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  • small appliances on a kitchen countertop

    10 Countertop Kitchen Appliances That Every Home Cook Needs

    While some gadgets are a waste of counter space and not needed, these kitchen appliances are worth every penny and square inch of space in your kitchen.

    By Kristina Vanni 6 days ago Read More
  • A person cooking in a 1970's-era kitchen

    The Versatile Cooktop From The 1970s That Deserves A Comeback

    This cooktop deserves a revival thanks to its sheer versatility, offering options that range from classic electric heating elements to indoor grilling.

    By Jack Rose 6 days ago Read More
  • crockpot preparing food on low setting

    How To Make Your Slow Cooker Useful At Parties, Even If You Don't Cook In It

    If you're hosting a party, a slow cooker is a great way to take some of the pressure off of your shoulders, even if you don't cook with it. Here's how.

    By Nikita Ephanov 7 days ago Read More
  • Chunks and rinds off a parmesan cheese wheel

    Don't Throw Away Parmesan Cheese Rinds, Put Them In The Microwave

    The outer layers of a parmesan wheel are packed with flavor, and you can actually turn those leftover rinds into a quick snack by popping them in the microwave

    By Jack Rose 9 days ago Read More
  • different types of sugar displayed

    This Old School Sugar Tool Dates Back To Medieval Times

    When we think of sugar these days, it's likely in a bag or box of granules; however, in the medieval period, people used it by the brick with a specific tool.

    By Nikita Ephanov 9 days ago Read More
  • A bowl being placed in the microwave

    How To Fry Food In The Microwave – If You Have No Other Options

    If you're in a pinch, your microwave can double as a fryer. While this isn't one of its more specialized functions, it can be effective in certain scenarios.

    By Max Dean 12 days ago Read More
  • Eggs in an egg carton

    The Old School Egg Tool That No One Uses Anymore

    This old school egg tool achieved peak usage in the first half of the 20th century, often utilized in domestic settings by small-scale poultry farmers.

    By Nikita Ephanov 13 days ago Read More
  • Vintage illustration of a 1950s kitchen.

    12 Retro Kitchen Gadgets And Utensils Hardly Anyone Has Used Since The 1950s

    The 1950s saw a technology and gadget boom, but with all the new bits and bobs, not all the tools that popped up had staying power (despite their usefulness).

    By Max Dean 13 days ago Read More
  • Woman placing plate of food in microwave

    10 Ways You Can Ruin Your Food In The Microwave

    While your microwave is a powerful tool, there are ways to mess things up with it. You should avoid making these mistakes with your food in the microwave.

    By Vicky Wanja 15 days ago Read More
  • Diced potatoes in a bowl in a microwave.

    The 6-Time James Beard Award Winning Chef That Swears By Cooking With His Microwave

    It may shock some, but there are plenty of highly renown chefs who swear by cooking with a microwave, including this six-time James Beard award winner.

    By Jennifer Waldera 16 days ago Read More
  • Ina Garten smiling with multicolored scarf

    Ina Garten Adores This Kitchen Appliance So Much She Wants To Give It A Holiday

    Many chefs have favorite tools they always use in the kitchen, and Ina Garten is no exception. This appliance is one she certainly can't live without.

    By Nikita Ephanov 1 month ago Read More
  • A microwave in a kitchen

    How To Use Your Microwave For Better Slow Cooker Recipes

    There are times when your slow cooker can't or shouldn't do everything on its own, and it needs an assist from its fellow appliance, the microwave.

    By Cara J Suppa 1 month ago Read More
  • A plate of roasted potatoes

    Does Reheating Roasted Potatoes In The Microwave Make Them Soggy?

    We get it — the microwave is the ultimate shortcut for leftovers. But will it turn last night’s perfectly crispy roast potatoes into a soggy mess?

    By Max Dean 1 month ago Read More
  • A Keurig coffee maker with a mug

    Can You Make Tea In A Keurig Coffee Maker?

    Brewing tea is an art. While a Keurig excels at delivering a quick, reliable cup of coffee, can the same machine truly produce a high-quality infusion?

    By Jack Rose 2 months ago Read More
  • Hand opening a retro blue fridge

    How Mid-Century Fridges Were Actually Smarter Than Today's Versions

    In the 1800s, the groundwork for modern refrigeration was laid — and some might say it was perfected not with modern smart fridges, but in the 1950s.

    By Audrey Freedman 2 months ago Read More
  • Old-fashioned looking kitchen

    The Retro Kitchen Appliance No One Has Used Since The 1950s

    While air fryers and microwaves are de rigueur in modern American households, there was a time when this retro appliance was the height of kitchen innovation.

    By Cara J Suppa 2 months ago Read More
  • Cosori air frying toaster oven in a kitchen

    Costco Sells A Nearly Identical Pricey Cosori Toaster Oven For A Discount

    This Cosori appliance air fries, bakes, roasts, and more, and considering its current price, it might just become your Costco deal of the season.

    By Nikita Ephanov 2 months ago Read More
  • Fridge in a garage surrounded by tools

    How Your Garage Fridge Is Affected By Cold Weather

    Appliance experts say the garage might not actually be the best place for a second refrigerator if you live in an area that experiences real cold.

    By Cara J Suppa 2 months ago Read More
  • Close up of an induction and gas stove top set in white counter with blue cabinets

    Is A Gas Or Induction Stove Actually More Affordable In The Long Term?

    When you're a serious cook, you want a serious stove, but you don't necessarily want a serious price tag. Which type of stove is more affordable for you?

    By Jack Rose 2 months ago Read More
  • Chicken drumsticks in the air fryer, beside it is a copping board with a bunch of cherry tomatoes

    You've Been Making Some Serious Mistakes With Your Air Fryer

    Air fryers are more popular than ever, but many owners forget the best ways to take care of them so they continue to deliver crispy, delicious food for years.

    By Clare Mooney 2 months ago Read More
  • Huge pile of Honeycrisp apples

    The Old-School Apple Kitchen Item We Don't See People Use Anymore

    There's a vintage item that deserves some recognition for how quickly it makes delicious apple recipes a breeze, though many people no longer use it.

    By Paige Novak-Goberville 3 months ago Read More
  • A plate of beef pot roast with fresh thyme and mashed potatoes.

    Skip The Slow Cooker And Make Pot Roast Better And Quicker With This Method

    The slow cooker may have been the preferred method of cooking a pot roast for decades now, but a relative newcomer in the kitchen does it better and faster.

    By Max Dean 3 months ago Read More
  • Woman holding glasses while shipping in thrift store

    The 10 Best Kitchen Items To Buy Secondhand

    From wine glasses to table sets to slow cookers, these are the best kitchen items to buy secondhand for good quality and even better prices.

    By Emily M Alexander 3 months ago Read More
  • A cast iron skillet, a steak knife, and box of maldon sea salt.

    12 Best Gifts For The Steak Lover In Your Life

    Finding the perfect gift for someone is never easy, but if you are searching for something special for the steak lover in your life, here are our top picks.

    By Max Dean 3 months ago Read More
  • A very unorganized kitchen drawer with utensils, knives and can opener

    This Costco Storage Find Is The Key To Organized Kitchen Drawers

    Discover why this Costco storage find will help organize kitchen drawers, keeping your utensils, gadgets, and everyday tools neat and easy to access.

    By Paige Novak-Goberville 3 months ago Read More
  • Two people cooking a pasta meal together in a kitchen

    5 Little Luxuries From Amazon For Weeknight Cooking

    Upgrade your weeknight dinners using these five little luxuries from Amazon that make cooking easier, tastier, and a whole lot more enjoyable.

    By Paige Novak-Goberville 4 months ago Read More
  • Various plastic dishwashing pods

    Do Plastic Dishwasher Pods Fully Break Down?

    There's no denying that dishwasher pods make our lives easier, but are they really plastic free and do they fully dissolve in the water of our dishwashers?

    By Creshonda A. Smith 4 months ago Read More
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