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The $8 Product That Totally Transformed My Cookware
I’ll confess: I like to cook over high heat. That means I get lots of burnt-on splatters on my stainless steel cookware. And they’re never easy to get out. In fact, a bunch of my skillets had marks on the outside that I just thought I’d have to learn to live with. Just by chance, when my regular cleaner wasn’t in stock at my supermarket, I picked up Brillo Cameo Aluminum & Stainless Steel Cleaner. And, well, now this is my regular cleaner.
May 1, 2019
Le Creuset Just Released the Dreamiest New Color
Whenever Le Creuset comes out with a new color, it makes me question my identity. After all, your choice of color says a lot about you. If you’re a Soleil gal, you have a bright and happy disposition. If you’re more of a Provence person, you’re romantic and whimsical and probably enjoy wear long caftans while cooking. If you’re obsessed with the Matte Sugar Pink color, you’re probably, well, a millennial.
May 1, 2019
We Went to the Staub Factory in France to Learn How the Cookware Gets Made
A few weeks ago, I got to go to France to get a behind-the-scenes tour of the Staub factory. (I swear this is not a humblebrag!) I was there to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the cocotte and the launch of the new Staub cookbook. I love seeing how stuff gets made — especially stuff that I actually use on an almost-daily basis. And I’m hoping you guys do, too, because I took a bunch of pictures and detailed notes to share the process with you.
May 1, 2019
Le Creuset Just Released an Iconic New Color That’s Going to Take Over Your Instagram Feed
If you get emails from Sur la Table, you may have heard that the retailer has a new, exclusive Le Creuset color. If you don’t get these emails, that’s okay, because you have Kitchn and it’s literally my job to monitor that sort of stuff. I saw the new color this morning and seriously can’t stop thinking about it. It’s quintessentially fall-y, neutral yet still brilliant, warm, and down-to-earth. Any guesses as to what this new hue may be? It’s mushroom!
May 1, 2019
The Best All-Clad Cookware Sale for Black Friday Is Happening Now at Williams Sonoma
While you’re reflecting on all of the wonderful things that you’re grateful for this week, your existing collection of pots and pans might not make the list. (My random assortment of scratched-up bargain nonstick pans certainly wont!) But one thing I am grateful for is my future collection of pots and pans — and Williams Sonoma. See, the retailer is currently hosting the best All-Clad Cookware sale we’ve seen this week. (It even beats out Sur la Table!
May 1, 2019
This Is the Most Popular Casserole Dish on Everyone’s Wedding Registry
You can learn a lot about a couple by stalking, I mean looking at, their wedding registry. How else are you going to find out if they prefer drip coffee to espresso, what color their fluffy bathroom hand towels will be, and if they ever plan to host a holiday? It’s an absolute gold mine of information. Recently while mining for even more information, we asked our friends at Zola, an online wedding registry platform, for some insider intel on the latest registry trends.
May 1, 2019
Le Creuset Is Launching a New Addition to Its Mickey Mouse Collection
If you’re a Mickey Mouse fan, you know that his 90th birthday is coming up. (You also probably know that the exact date is November 18.) And you’ll be excited to find out that in honor of the big day Le Creuset and Disney have teamed up to add another piece to their existing collaboration. The new piece is a cute 2-quart Dutch oven (shown above) with Mickey ears embossed on the lid.
May 1, 2019
10 Essential Gifts for a 2019-Ready Kitchen
With the new year fast approaching, we can't help but think about all the advancements and changes that are happening in American kitchens.
May 1, 2019
10 Gifts to Give to the Le Creuset Obsessives in Your Life
If they love Le Creuset, they'll love these gifts.
May 1, 2019
The $40 Pan That Ended My Quest for the Perfect Nonstick Skillet
I’m a firm believer that for most kitchen jobs, you only really need one good knife. And if the last six months are any proof, the same is true for pans. If I had to scrap all of the pans I’ve collected (and invested in) over the years, just this one 10-inch Ballarini Parma pan would remain. After my last nonstick pan’s coating started to ripple and flake off, I got a little nervous and knew it was time to find a replacement.
May 1, 2019
Save Up to 65% Off Iconic Staub Cookware at Sur La Table
Sur La Table is currently offering huge discounts on one of our favorite, high-end French cookware brands, Staub — on nearly every piece they carry. And while these brand-specific sales can sometimes be deceptive, with the biggest discounts being on impractical things like giant cookware sets, one of our top picks is one of the most discounted at 65 percent off. Check out the entire sale here.
May 1, 2019
Staub’s Newest Color Couldn’t Be More Trendy (or Beautiful)
A few months ago I got to go to the Staub factory in Northern France to see how Staub cookware gets made. It’s a long process (taking up to a week to make a single pot) that calls for the personal attention of 10 to 20 different workers (and usually a robot, too!). I learned a lot while I was there (see: 5 Surprising Things I Learned at the Staub Factory in France). One of the most surprising things? The fact that white is the hardest color for the factory to produce.
May 1, 2019
The 3 Untraditional Kitchen Tools I Couldn’t Live Without
I have a major weakness for kitchen tools. While I don’t buy every single cool contraption I see, I do love browsing the aisles in a kitchen store. And when I can find a unique kitchen tool, gadget, or high-quality appliance that will help me eat better and enjoy being in the kitchen more, then I’m going to buy it. As I type that, three things come to mind. They have seriously changed my life in the last few months — and they’re all mini versions of themselves.
Apr 30, 2019
10 Buy-It-for-Life Kitchen Tools You Should Get Now and Enjoy Forever
Quick poll: Would you rather buy something that will last forever or fall apart after a few uses? Looks like we’re getting mostly “last forevers” here. No surprise! We get it! And so do the commenters on Reddit. That’s why they’ve started multiple “Buy It for Life” threads to discuss all the best stuff that’ll last nearly forever.
Apr 30, 2019
Le Creuset Just Launched Not One, but THREE New Colors!
We get very excited every time Le Creuset adds a new color to its line. It’s fun to see what the French brand dreams up and think about how a new introduction would mix and match with what we already have in our kitchens. And right now, we are very, very, very excited — yes, three verys — because Le Creuset just launched THREE new colors this morning! See, usually the brand only comes out with one color at a time.
Apr 30, 2019
Our Favorite All-Clad Sale Was Just Extended Through Friday
A few times a year, All-Clad offers truly deep discounts on their high-end cookware through Home & Cook Sales. The products all come directly from All-Clad, but are all factory seconds, meaning there are minor cosmetic dents and scratches that won’t affect their performance. (Skeptical? I will say this: Every much-loved piece of All-Clad cookware I personally own is from this sale, and I actually haven’t been able to even tell where the scratches are.
Apr 30, 2019
Samin Nosrat’s Must-Have Kitchen Essentials Won’t Cost You an Arm and a Leg
One of the best things about Samin Nosrat (author of Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat and host of its follow-up Netflix series) is her low-key, down-to-earth, and joyful approach to cooking. No matter what she’s making or talking about, she makes cooking seem fun and downright accessible. During a recent guest appearance on the Forever 35 Podcast (episode 54), Samin hopped on the phone with hosts Kate Spencer and Doree Shafrir to talk about the way she makes people feel in the kitchen.
Apr 30, 2019
The Best $100 I Spent During My Kitchen’s Gut Renovation
Our kitchens are where we can find some of the most expensive things in our homes. Appliances, cabinets, countertops — these things ring in at serious prices. But sometimes, it can be the (relatively) smallest purchases that have the biggest impact. When my husband and I renovated our kitchen last fall, out of all the expenditures (and there were some doozies!) the thing that had the most life-improvement per dollar spent was a hundred-dollar organizer for our pots and pans.
Apr 30, 2019
The Best Things You Can Do for Your Kitchen for Less than $100 This Year
Do you love your kitchen 100 percent and not want to change a thing? If so, you might be one of the lucky few. Most of us have a least something that drives us bonkers, and that something is usually storage. If you could address this one thing and spend under $100, do you know what it would be? We have a suggestion for you. If you are concerned about kitchen storage, turns out, you are not alone. According to the Houzz 2018 Kitchen and Bath Study, clutter is at the forefront of our minds.
Apr 30, 2019
The $5 Organizer That Made Me Love My Kitchen Again
Whenever I worry about the possibility of dying alone, my mom’s best attempts at calming me down usually start with the phrase, “There’s a lid for every pot.” She’s not talking about the most harrowing cabinet in my kitchen (the one that holds my pots and lids), but honestly that’s another thing that keeps me up at night. I live in an itty-bitty New York City apartment, which I share with two roommates.
Apr 30, 2019
Our Favorite New Le Creuset Color Is on Sale at Sur La Table
Sur La Table’s President’s Day sale is live, and while that means discounts on everything from blenders to sheet pans, one thing caught our eye: Le Creuset is up to 45 percent off, including items in one of their newest colors, Sea Salt. We wrote about the new color launch back in January, and Sea Salt just happened to be our favorite of the latest additions.
Apr 30, 2019
The 3 Biggest Trends for Kitchen Tools in 2019 Are Exactly What You Need
Tuesday just marked the fourth and final day of the Housewares show. Officially known as the International Home + Housewares show, it’s a huge annual convention in Chicago. Major kitchen brands (like OXO, All-Clad, Keurig, and KitchenAid) along with newer and smaller companies come to show off their latest and upcoming products and win (they hope) space on retailers’ shelves. I saw nearly every single spatula, toaster oven, and water bottle on display.
Apr 30, 2019
All-Clad Just Extended Its Huge Factory Sale Through Friday
Update: All-Clad has extended its 48-hour sale three more days, meaning you now have until Saturday, March 16, at 9 a.m. to shop. Home & Cook Sales is also offering 20% off a single item using code THANKYOU. Only one item can be in your cart at checkout for the code to apply. Classics like the stainless cookware are still in stock, and you can read about our three favorite unexpected finds below.
Apr 30, 2019
Spring Black Friday Is Apparently a Thing  – & It’s Happening at Home Depot Right Now
Black Friday was months ago, but it sure feels like discount season is making a comeback. More and more retailers are coming up with huge spring sales to celebrate the end of winter and the start of spring home refreshes, and we’re definitely not mad about it. Starting today, Home Depot is bringing back their Spring Black Friday deals, an online-only sale that will go on through April 14. Expect discounts across a range of categories, including furniture, appliances, and decor.
Apr 4, 2019
3 Reasons You Absolutely Need to Buy This $4 Staple Right Now
Hosting Thanksgiving this year? Just making brownie bars to bring to someone else’s house? Between the turkey, the containers for leftovers, the hostess gifts, and all the other key things, there’s a lot to buy this time of year. And we haven’t even started thinking about all those people you have to shop for. So we get that you might not want to hear about one more thing you have to spend money on, but this $4 thing is oh-so worth it.
Nov 5, 2018
What’s the Deal with Copper Nonstick Pans?
You’ve probably seen copper nonstick cookware on late-night infomercials and thought it looks too good to be true! On TV, food glides out and even burnt-on cheese doesn’t stick. You’re led to believe there’s absolutely nothing like it. So what’s the deal? It’s a well-established fact that copper is the best conductor of heat. However, copper cookware, while amazingly beautiful, is prohibitively expensive for most home cooks.
Aug 28, 2018
How To Clean a Nonstick Pan
I’ve had this one little Calphalon nonstick pan since college. In those early days, it was the perfect size for toasting garlic in olive oil to eat over spaghetti, my favorite budget meal. Now, I’m more likely to use it in the morning to fry an egg for one of my kids. And after more than a decade of use, it’s still mostly nonstick, although I can see some signs of wear — a few scratches from the occasional metal-edged utensil (whoops!
Aug 8, 2018
The Absolute Beginner’s Guide to Cast Iron Care
This pan is kind of like a Tamagotchi that never dies.
Jul 7, 2018
3 Things You Need If You Really Love Your Cast Iron Skillet
Once you and your skillet have these three things, you guys will wonder how you ever did without them.
Jun 29, 2018
3 Surprising Things That Are Totally Better in a Cast Iron Skillet
As a cast iron-loving cook, I sometimes get weary of all the rumors about things you should not cook in cast iron pans (spoiler: there is nothing you can’t cook in your cast iron if it is well-seasoned). Cast iron skillets are classic cookware, often passed down through generations because they are nearly indestructible and get better the more you use them.
Jun 24, 2018
The Best Time to Buy Cast Iron Is in the Summer
No-cook recipes might be the darlings of summer cooking, but we’re also big on cast iron during the warmer months. We love using our cast iron on the grill (like in these delicious recipes) or making simple summer cobblers on the stove (like this tomato one). So, if you’re thinking about adding (or starting) your collection of cast iron cookware, now is definitely the time. Right now Sur La Table is running a cast iron sale that also includes enameled cast iron from Le Creuset.
Jun 15, 2018
4 Signs It’s Time to Let Go of an Old Cast Iron Pan
Here's how you'll know.
Jun 12, 2018
The Absurd On-Again, Off-Again Relationship I Developed with My Cast Iron Skillet
I had a crush for several months before ever making a move. I’d scroll through the feeds of my favorite food bloggers, daydreaming of what the future could hold: stove-to-oven creations like eggplant Parm and mac and cheese, hearty breakfasts, cozy dinners, stories and recipes to share with the next generation. Then one day, my dreams came true. My crush entered my life, and at last I held a shiny and new (and shockingly heavy) 12-inch Lodge cast iron skillet in my hands.
Jun 5, 2018
This Is My Absolute Favorite Pan for Better Risotto
By now, risotto has finally managed to shake that myth that it’s a fussy, restaurant-only dinner. Once you have the hang of the technique —it’s pretty easy to make and doesn’t require a single special tool. I’ve cooked risotto in everything from a Dutch oven to an Instant Pot with great success but I have one pan that I love best for cooking risotto. This one pan helps me cook risotto faster, with greater ease, and more regularly — here’s why.
Apr 3, 2018
How To Get Scorch Marks Off the Outside of Your Dutch Oven
The outside of our Dutch ovens can take a beating. That’s where food goes when it bubbles over or splatters — and then it bakes on hard. And let’s say you accidentally left your Le Creuset on the stove a little too long (who, you?) and now there are brown scorch marks on the bottom and/or side. Ugh, don’t worry — you haven’t ruined a $300 piece of cookware. You just need to be gentle (no steel wool!) and grab the baking soda.
Mar 2, 2018
What’s the Difference Between Enameled and Cast Iron Dutch Ovens?
When it comes to outfitting your cookware collection with a Dutch oven (a total workhorse and truly worthwhile investment for any kitchen), you’ve got a choice to make: Will you go for an enameled Dutch oven (technically a French oven) or the traditional cast iron version? They can be used in just about all the same ways, and both move seamlessly between the stovetop and oven, but there are a few distinctions that set them apart.
Feb 22, 2018
This Cleaner Should Be Your Dutch Oven’s New BFF
I’m a huge fan of my Dutch oven. I break it out so often in the wintertime for hearty foods like delicious stews and braised meats that by the end of the season it’s ready to hibernate! And every once in a while I abuse the poor thing by making something without enough liquid, or leaving it on the stove for so long that I end up with burnt bits everywhere.
Feb 20, 2018
I Got One of Those Expensive Holiday-Themed Le Creusets, and Here’s What I Used It For
The year was 2013. Hanukkah was upon us and people everywhere were losing their minds over the fact that the Festival of Lights would coincide with Thanksgiving for the first time since the 1800s. They called it Thanksgivukkah, and the Internet was abuzz with dishes that incorporated scrumptious traditions from both holidays: challah bread stuffing, cranberry applesauce, Manischewitz-brined turkey.
Feb 14, 2018
The 10 Cleaning Stories Everyone (Besides You) Has Read
We typically run some sort of cleaning (or organizing story) every single day. Turns out, you guys love reading about how to scrub things! There’s just something super satisfying about learning how to do a chore and then actually doing it — with visible results that make your efforts worth it! A once-gross coffee maker that now looks like it just came out of the box? Yes, please! A five-year-old stainless steel fridge that doesn’t have a single a finger print? Bring it!
Jan 1, 2018
This Unexpected Way to Clean a Burned Pan Is Ridiculously Simple
Sometimes you read about these hacks on the internet, and while some part of you desperately wants to believe they’re real, there’s another part of you that is certain that it’s all a fabrication and will never work. This hack rang both of those bells for me. Here’s the premise: If you put a dryer sheet into the water while you’re soaking a scorched pan, the burnt bits will magically lift from the pan, no scrubbing required. Yeah, right, I thought.
Nov 26, 2017
The Scary Reason I’ll Never Cook with Glass Pans Again
Chief among the sounds you never want to hear in your kitchen is an explosive shattering of glass. I’m here to tell you that the stuff of urban legend sometimes is true. Picture a cozy Sunday supper underway: my husband, Brian, is making his mom’s Yorkshire pudding to go with a beef roast and carrots and buttermilk-poached cauliflower. Our neighbors are over with their sweet toddler.
Nov 16, 2017
You Need This Roasting Pan — Even If You’re Not Hosting Thanksgiving
As soon as there’s even the slightest chill in the air, it’s just basic human nature to get a hankering for roasts. Why? Roasting is best during the fall and winter months, when you don’t mind the heat that leaving your oven on at 350°F for two hours brings to the house. Hearty meals like beef stew and roast chicken with all the trimmings also taste best when it’s a little cold out. So if you’re going to be making a lot of roasts this season (we bet you are!
Nov 3, 2017
Le Creuset Just Launched a New Line of Millennial Pink Cookware
2017 is undoubtedly the year of millenial pink. It’s a powdery yet bold shade of pink that has found its way into our clothing, our kitchens, and even our chocolate. And now it’s coming for your favorite cookware. Last week Le Creuset launched a line called “Sugar Pink Matte” which looks a whole lot like millennial pink to me. That’s right, you could be the proud owner of the trendiest kitchen on the planet!
Sep 6, 2017
The Griddle Is the Key to Everyday Baking
People change and feelings flow, but griddles are forever. My parents still have the shiny aluminum griddle that began my lifelong devotion to pancakes. I’ve had my own favorite griddle for 25 years, and I use it all day long. I start with pancakes or English muffins, and often end the day with pancakes too. You could steal my plates and cutting boards and nearly everything in my kitchen, but please don’t touch my griddle.
Oct 25, 2016
The Best Place to Buy Carbon Steel Pans
If you’re a fan of cast iron, then you’ll want to try carbon steel The difference between the two (and the main benefit of carbon steel) is that carbon steel pans tend to be thinner and lighter than their cast iron cousins. They can also be cheaper than cast iron pans to buy — especially if you know where to look. Restaurant supply stores are a hidden secret for home cooks. You can get everything you need to feel just like a chef in a restaurant, including carbon steel pans.
Oct 14, 2016
5 Best Foods to Cook in a Carbon Steel Pan
You’ve made the leap and bought a carbon steel pan. (If you haven’t, you should definitely give them a try.) They’re a versatile kitchen pan that can go from stovetop to oven without problems. They hold their heat well and over time you can create a nonstick surface much like cast iron. Plus, they’re relatively inexpensive. Now it’s time to get into the kitchen and get familiar with what this pan can do.
Oct 12, 2016
All the Things I Never Do to My Cast Iron Skillet
My love for cast iron is so deep and abiding that I won’t even let my own husband clean my beloved cast iron skillet. While there are myths aplenty about the curing, caring, and cleaning of cast iron, I subscribe to very few of them. In fact, here are six things that I will never do to a cast iron skillet.
Oct 2, 2016
Why I Don’t Let Anyone Else Clean My Cast Iron Pan
In the South, cast iron skillets are treated as family heirlooms. Folks bestow their well-loved, well-seasoned skillets in their wills and it’s not surprising that there are bitter family feuds born from the bequeathed skillet’s placement. You see, Southern cooks treat their cast iron skillet as a beloved friend. Caring tenderly for these skillets through regular cooking, cleaning, and curing means that some of us spend more time with the pan than our family.
Sep 30, 2016
The Kitchn’s Guide to Buying Vintage Cast Iron Cookware
I have loved my newly made cast iron pan; it has served me well for many years. But now that I have immersed myself in the world of vintage cast iron, I am sold — hook, line, and sinker. The good news is that you don’t need to fork over a monthly paycheck to experience the joys of cooking on an heirloom piece. Here’s our guide to buying vintage cast iron. Any pan made before 1957 is considered vintage.
Sep 29, 2016
What’s the Best Way to Clean a Glass Baking Dish?
Q: What’s the best way to get my glass baking dish to look like new? I clean it after every use, but over time it’s developed a baked-on layer of cooking spray/olive oil. No matter how much soap or how many Brillo pads I use, it looks awful! Help! Sent by Alyssa Editor: I know exactly what you’re talking about, and completely agree on how hard it is to get that oily film removed.
Nov 17, 2015
Can I Rescue My Cast Iron Skillet?
Q: I left my cast iron skillet on the stove top too long. The damage caused about half of the top layer to be burnt off, so there are parts that are dark black and other parts that are lighter. None of it is “flaking,” but when I try to scrub either the dark or light parts with steel wool and vinegar, or even just water and a paper towel, a black residue (almost tar-like) comes off.
Nov 5, 2015
Can I Use a Dutch Oven in Place of a Slow Cooker?
Q: Does a Dutch oven take the place of a slow cooker? I already own a slow cooker that I love and am looking at purchasing a Dutch oven, but I’m not sure if it makes sense to have both. Also, can I do stove to oven with an old coil burner stove, as I’m in a rental? Sent by Jennifer Editor: While these are two different types of cookware, Dutch ovens and slow cookers actually have a lot in common.
Oct 12, 2015
5 Alternative Ways to Use a Wok
I invested in a wok a few years ago, mainly to stir-fry and do high-heat cooking. I didn’t make the decision lightly, though, since a wok takes up a fair amount of room and needs care and maintenance to work at its best. I was worried it would only be able to do one thing well, but it’s actually a really versatile piece of cookware!
Sep 28, 2015
10 Smart Places to Put a Pot Rack
When storage space is at a premium in the kitchen (or any room, for that matter), you’ve got to think vertically. We love hanging racks for pots and pans; they ensure your cookware doesn’t take up valuable cabinet or drawer space, and give purpose to spaces that would otherwise likely go unused. If you’re unsure where a hanging rack would fit in your kitchen, take a look at these 10 hot spots where a rack just fits.
Sep 24, 2015
How Do You Clean a Self-Basting Cast Iron Lid?
Q: How do you clean and season a self-basting cast iron lid? Our pan is in great shape, but the lid is full of sticky cooked-on gunk, and the tips of the little spikes are totally unseasoned. What can we do to get it back in good shape and then maintain it? Sent by Liz Editor: Have you tried soaking it in some warm water to loosen the gunk first? I would then try scrubbing it with a soft brush or perhaps even an extra toothbrush.
Sep 16, 2015
What’s the Best Way to Clean a Cast Iron Grill Pan?
Q: Does anyone have a good strategy for cleaning a ridged grill pan? Particularly a cast iron one? I don’t want to take off the seasoning, but I really hate the lacquer of accumulated fat that collects at the base of the ridges and around the perimeter of the pan. Sent by Lorraine Editor: I’ll confess this is the one piece of cookware I really hate cleaning.
Sep 3, 2015
Can I Use a Le Creuset Grill Pan on a Glass Stovetop?
Q: I just signed a lease for a new apartment, which I’m very excited about. I love the place, but the kitchen comes with a glass electric stovetop. I’ve invested in some good Le Creuset pieces over the last few years and they’ve become my go-to cookware. I use my grill pan alone three to four times a week sometimes! What are the rules surrounding using this cookware on a glass stovetop?
Jul 20, 2015
Can I Use an Immersion Blender in a Le Creuset?
Q: Can I use an immersion blender in my Le Creuset pans, or will it scratch the finish? Sent by Tonya Editor: Because there is usually a guard at the end of the immersion blender, the blades usually cannot hit the bottom of a pot or pan. I’ve never had any problems using an immersion blender in my Le Creuset Dutch ovens. Readers, do you use an immersion blender in your Le Creusets? What’s the Difference Between a Dutch Oven and a French Oven?
Jul 17, 2015
What Else Can I Cook in a Paella Pan?
Q: What are some uses for a paella pan, other than just making paella? Sent by Zack Editor: I’m all about multi-use kitchen tools, and a paella pan can absolutely pull double duty; there’s no reason they should be reserved for just one dish. The alternative use that comes to mind is using your paella pan to make roast chicken with vegetables. If you don’t have a wok, consider using it to make a stir-fry.
Jun 26, 2015
Where Can I Find a Replacement Knob for My Dutch Oven?
Q: I dropped the lid to my five-quart round black enamel Cuisinart Dutch oven, smashing the knob but doing no other damage. Cuisinart does not have replacement knobs. Without a replacement, this renders a $100 pot useless. Had I not acknowledged dropping it, they seemed ready to replace the entire item, which is as silly as not selling replacement knobs. Any advice?
Jun 17, 2015
A Tip for Cooking with Cast Iron on an Electric Stove
Do you worry about cooking with your cast iron skillet on a flat-top electric stove? It’s actually perfectly fine, but it can take a little bit of adjustment to learn how to get the best results from this thoroughly useful pan on an electric stove. Here’s a discussion about overall cast iron skillet care Do you have other tips for using a cast iron skillet on an electric stove?
May 19, 2015
Here’s How to Buy a Sheet Pan You’ll Use Forever
As someone who wrote an entire book on sheet pan cooking, I’m often asked what kind of sheet pan is best for the job. For something as simple as a sheet pan, there are a surprising number of choices! Here is my advice for finding a sheet pan you’ll love and use forever.
Apr 30, 2015
What’s the Difference Between a Dutch Oven and a French Oven?
What’s not to love about Dutch ovens? They come in bright, beautiful colors; they can go straight from the oven to the tabletop; and you can braise, deep-fry, or even bake bread in them. This kitchen workhorse is usually a sign of a serious cook, and lots of recipes call for using a Dutch oven — but then what is a French oven? Are a Dutch oven and French oven the same thing with different names?
Apr 28, 2015
4 Tips for Using a Sheet Pan to Make Quick & Easy Dinners
With the right tools and mindset, getting a good dinner on the table doesn’t have to be stressful. Pull out your trusty sheet pan, and a beautiful — and mostly hands-off — meal is just a few simple steps away! I love using my sheet pans to orchestrate wholesome and flavorful meals without fuss. Here are my favorite tips for cooking the best sheet pan dinners. A sheet pan for home cooking measures 18×13 inches, with a 1-inch lip around the sides.
Apr 27, 2015
Another Genius Way to Store Pot Lids, and It May Be the Best Yet
We’ve heard the cries from the crowds: How can I neatly store my pot lids? They are driving me crazy! We’ve offered suggestions before, but this solution, shown in Tamasyn’s London kitchen, may be the best one yet. It’s neat, organized, really kind of cool-looking, and yes, that’s the GRUNDTAL rail from IKEA. What’s not to love? I’m not sure why I’ve never thought to slide lids behind the pot rail on the wall.
Apr 17, 2015
5 Ways to Use a Baking Stone Beyond Making Pizza
During my childhood, one of the mainstays in our kitchen was a well-seasoned baking stone. Actually, we had two. And soon after I moved into my own apartment, my mother gifted a brand-new baking stone to me. If there’s just one thing I’ve learned about these baking stones, from being a young kitchen observer to a regular home cook, it’s that they’re more than a single-use tool. Baking stones go above and beyond making a good pizza.
Apr 17, 2015
5 Ways to Use Your Dutch Oven (Besides Braising)
While Dutch ovens are designed to do the tasks of browning meat and vegetables and then slowly braising them into deliciousness, they should be hauled out for more than just stews and soups. If you own a Dutch oven, put it to work from morning until night. Here are five ways to get the most out of your Dutch oven — besides braising! Since casseroles usually require stove and oven cooking, a Dutch oven is the perfect pot since it can be used in both places.
Mar 13, 2015
The Pyrex Bug: How Two Sisters Share Their Pyrex Quest
When the Pyrex bug bites, it bites hard. One offhand thrift store purchase turns into a house brimming with Crayola-colored bowls and casserole dishes, as Andrea Lutz knows all too well. Andrea, a reporter for KTVB in Boise, Idaho, spends her off hours hunting down Pyrex in local antique shops and flea markets.
Mar 12, 2015
How Do I Clean My Ceramic Nonstick Pot?
Q: My ceramic nonstick pot is white on the inside. I have cooked several foods in it and now it is getting brownish. I noticed it got even more brown after I cooked black beans in it. But if it is a pot, I presume that I should be able to cook anything with it! So, my question is: Is there anything that should not be cooked in this type of pot? Also, how can I clean it up so that the inside gets back to white? I just read that baking soda with water is a good way of cleaning the pots.
Mar 11, 2015
How Do I Downsize My Kitchen Utensils and Cookware?
Q: I recently remodeled my kitchen, and need to downsize the amount of utensils and cookware due to lack of space. How do I decide what to keep? Sent by Kathy Editor: Well, it really depends on what you cook the most! And while you’re not setting up a kitchen from scratch, here’s some helpful posts that talk about essential cookware and utensils that all cooks should have.
Mar 4, 2015
The Most Important Box to Pack Next Time You Move
Everybody knows that pizza is the moving-day meal of choice — pizza shops are everywhere, open continuously, and deliver. Bonus: You don’t need plates or silverware to eat pizza, and everyone loves it! But what about the first morning in your new place? If your boxes haven’t arrived yet or you just haven’t gotten around to unpacking (moving day was stressful enough!), you’ll need some basic-as-it-gets kitchen supplies so you don’t have to turn to takeout.
Mar 4, 2015
The Best Pan for Stir-Frying When You Don’t Have a Wok
If you think you can’t make a good stir-fry without a wok, think again. It’s possible, and I’ve been doing it for years. All you need is one tool, and I’m sure you already have it in your kitchen. Living in New York City, storage space in the kitchen is at a premium. It’s forced me to be selective about the appliances, tools, and cookware I buy. Even though I love stir-fry and make it regularly, one piece of cookware that hasn’t made the cut is a wok.
Feb 26, 2015