Most technologies start out getting pooh-poohed by people in the field. There’s usually a good reason — they don’t match up to the established tech. Sometimes the new technology works its way past the hurdles and finds a niche; other times it never turns the corner and just fades away. For years, I’ve seen cookbooks and shows dismiss ceramic knives with a quick paragraph, but … [Read more...]
Best Kitchen Knife Sets for 2021 – Tested & Rated
Choosing the best set of knives for your kitchen can be a tricky problem. You can save time and money by simply purchasing a premade knife set. The potential downside to this is that you can end up with a cheap collection of knives that serve better as a decoration than for cutting. Your knives are the backbone of your kitchen, and they deserve careful consideration, … [Read more...]
Best Instant Read Thermometers – Tested, Reviewed, & Ranked
Salt Fat Acid Heat by Samin Nosrat. I’m Just Here for the Food: Food + Heat = Cooking by Alton Brown. We measure the salt, fat, acid, and food with spoons and cups and scales, but all too often we just eyeball the heat. An instant-read thermometer is a kitchen essential for the twenty-first century, and your path towards better cooking. About Instant-Read … [Read more...]
Best Electric Skillet for 2021 – Buying Guide, Testing, & Reviews
Electric skillets are making a comeback from their heyday in the 60s. An article published in 1955 by Good Housekeeping said, Today, the popularity of these skillets has picked up enough that manufacturers like Faberware are releasing vintage-style models. Why Own an Electric Skillet? When it comes to cooking for a crowd or within the confines of a limited space, or if … [Read more...]