Kitchen & Culinary Tools: Guides, Reviews, Care & Recipes

Every chef needs kitchen tools. And this library of cooking tool recommendations, reviews, techniques and more will help you make the most of your kitchen equipment.

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    8 Ways You’re Abusing Your Kitchen Knives Without Knowing It

    From the wrong cutting boards to improper sharpening to the dreaded dishwasher, here are some of the most common mistakes...


    How to Make Your Own Ground Beef Using a Food Processor

    Here's how to grind beef without a grinder—it yields the same tasty result in half the time.


    How to Clean and Care for a Food Processor

    Chop chop! Learn how to clean a food processor so you can keep your favorite kitchen gadget working the way...


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    Find out Why This Knife Sharpener Is Loved by Kitchen Pros

    The secret to success in the kitchen: sharp knives. Keep your knives performing like new with the best knife sharpener...


    Root Vegetable Pave

    5 Reviews

    This is a stunning side dish to serve company. The robust blend features earthy root vegetables in a lightly herbed...


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    33 Recipes to Make Using a Food Processor

    These food processor recipes prove that the kitchen gadget is much more versatile than you think. Learn how to make...


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    Macarons

    8 Reviews

    These cookies are a French classic, but you don't need to rush to a patisserie. Learn how to make macarons...


    Nutella Banana Cream Pie

    2 Reviews

    Here’s a banana cream pie with a little Italian flair. The chocolate and hazelnut
    go well with the banana,...

    How to Make Homemade Potato Chips with a Spiralizer

    Caution: It might be TOO easy to make potato chips.


    Creamy Layered Blueberry Ice Pops

    2 Reviews

    These delicious ice pops can also be made with raspberries or blackberries. The rosemary sprig and lemon zest bring another...


    How to Make Curly Fries Using a Spiralizer

    All it takes is a spiralizer and a potato!


    How to Juice Lemons (the Easy Way!)

    Love fresh-squeezed lemonade but not a huge fan of squeezing lemons? Here's the trick you need.


    Why You (Truly) Need an Instant-Read Meat Thermometer

    Want to make sure your meats are always perfectly done?


    Beet Hummus

    3 Reviews

    Break out of the plain hummus rut with this beet hummus recipe. Earthy, sweet beets are a vibrant, wholesome addition...


    Shaved Fennel Salad

    3 Reviews

    This salad tastes even more impressive than it looks. It has an incredible crunch thanks to the cucumbers, radishes and...


    Ceramic, Stainless Steel or Carbon Steel: Which Knife is Best for You?

    Here's our sharp look at three top knife options: ceramic, stainless steel and carbon steel.


    Arrabbiata Sauce with Zucchini Noodles

    1 Reviews

    This popular Italian dish is flavorful and spicy. We decided to re-create one of our favorite jarred sauces and serve...

    9 Smart Ways to Use a Microplane

    If you thought a microplane was just for zesting lemons, think again.


    Caramel Candy

    56 Reviews

    Caramel candies are homemade treats that can be stored long-term to give as gifts or whenever you have a sweet...


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    Chocolate Eclair

    11 Reviews

    You will feel like a French baker when you make our classic chocolate eclair.


    Orange Buttermilk Gelatin Salad Mold

    5 Reviews

    A dear friend shared this recipe with me years ago. Now it's my favorite dish to take to a church...


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    Butter Cookies

    9 Reviews

    Learn the basics and perfect the art of making the best-ever butter cookies with this step-by-step guide.


    No-Bake Cornflake Cookies

    1 Reviews

    I grew up on a farm where we hand-milked cows and had plenty of milk and cream to use for...

    Grilled Steak

    5 Reviews

    These perfectly grilled steaks are finished with a robust garlic mixture that releases an incredible aroma. Whether you're cooking with...


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    Old-Time Butter Crunch Candy

    4 Reviews

    Both my children and my grandchildren say the season wouldn't be the same without the big tray of candies and...


    Cucumber Canapes

    4 Reviews

    These cucumber canapes layer bread rounds with a seasoned cream cheese spread, crisp cucumbers and sweet pimientos for a fresh,...


    Almond Spritz Cookies

    11 Reviews

    Indulge in the sweet, nutty flavor of almond spritz cookies—delicate, buttery treats that are as fun to make as they...


    Dump Truck Cake

    5 Reviews

    Gearing up to host a construction-themed birthday? This hauler will get your party on a roll! Using packaged cake mix,...


    Treasure Chest Birthday Cake

    6 Reviews

    Swashbucklers of all ages were eager to seize a chocolaty piece of this birthday cake, although some guests thought it...