What Happens If You Stop Changing Your Fridge's Water Filter?
It's easy to forget about changing your refrigerator's water filter, but your water can taste bad, become cloudy, or even become harmful if you don't.
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Skip Store-Bought And Make Crispy Fried Onions In The Air Fryer
You can make perfect super crisp onions in the air fryer that aren't loaded with oil and will have a much tastier and richer flavor than store-bought versions.
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You Don't Need Expensive Appliances To Froth Milk — Just Grab Your French Press
It's the little things that make mornings enjoyable, like a good cup of coffee. But to make frothed milk for it, all you need a French press and these tips.
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10 Money-Saving Tips To Cut Electricity Costs While Using Your Oven
These days, any money-saving advice is appreciated, and these tips will help you reduce electricity costs while still using the oven for tasty roasts and bakes.
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Forget Costco: The Best Place To Buy Small Kitchen Appliances, Per Consumer Reports
Costco may be a household name for buying in bulk and finding deals on appliances, but Consumer Reports says you're better off buying small appliances here.
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The Best Way To Make Waffles When You Don't Own A Waffle Maker
Without a waffle maker, homemade waffles are still possible if you have the right bakeware. Here's what you should try instead.
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Why You Should Rub Tomato Paste On Your Copper Cookware
Copper cookware is a gleaming status symbol in some kitchens but it suffers from wear and tear and the effects of water and oxygen over time. Here's what to do.
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The Highest-Rated Stainless Steel Pan On Consumer Reports Isn't Caraway Or Le Creuset
Legacy cookware brands like Caraway and Le Creuset may have prestige, but this modern brand cooks the competition when it comes to stainless steel pans.
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Stop Stuffing Cake Pans In Your Cabinets: A Better Way To Stack Awkward Bakeware
Cake pans can quickly accumulate, but with one easy storage trick, you can keep your shelves clean and tidy. Here's how.
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Deep Freezer Vs Fridge Freezer: Is There Really A Difference?
Deep freezers and fridge freezers both keep food frozen, but key differences can affect storage space, efficiency, and how you use them in the long-term.
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What That Fork And Plate Symbol Means On The Bottom Of Plastic Food Containers
Many plastic containers have different symbols on them, but some are a bit confusing to decipher. Find out what the fork and plate (or wine glass) symbol means.
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This Old-School Cast-Iron Meat Tool Was In Kitchens Everywhere (And Now It's Rarely Seen)
Once a kitchen staple, this old-school cast-iron meat tool helped tenderize cuts long before modern gadgets took over, though you can still find some today.
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This Is Why Certain Kitchen Appliances Last Forever, And Others Have Short Lifespans
It's been long said that older kitchen appliances were built to last, and there may be some truth to that. Here's why newer models have shorter lifespans.
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Carbon Steel Vs Stainless Steel: Which Pan Is Best For What You're Cooking?
With so many pans to choose from, it can be hard to find the best ones for your kitchen. Find out whether carbon steel or stainless steel is better for cooking.
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What's The Average Lifespan Of Le Creuset Ceramic Dutch Ovens?
If you want to invest in a Le Creuset Dutch oven, you might wonder if they are as durable as people claim. Find out how long it can last before you buy one.
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Everyone Had This In Their Kitchen 90 Years Ago — Now It Would Be Strange To See One
Although it hasn't been a regular feature in nearly a century, there was a time when this handy shaft was commonplace in every home.
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Forget Pots And Pans — Use One Bowl To Make Spaghetti In The Microwave
You may not have thought to use your microwave to turn dry spaghetti into a delicious dinner, but here's how you can utilize the kitchen appliance.
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Blast Stubborn Grill Grime Off Fast With This Easy Ice Cube Trick
Forget sketchy wire brushes or expensive, potentially hazardous chemicals to clean your barbecue grill or flattop and give this age-old ice trick a try.
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The 3 Types Of Cookware Andrew Zimmern Suggests To Keep Chemicals Out Of Your Food
Teflon and other nonstick materials may contain potentially harmful chemicals. Chef Andrew Zimmern recommends grabbing these pots and pans instead.
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Banish Cutting Board Cracks With This Easy Food-Safe Fix
Getting a crack in your wooden cutting board is frustrating, but there's a simple solution that can have your go-to cutting surface repaired in no time.
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13 Vintage Kitchen Items People Still Swear By Decades Later
Vintage kitchen items aren't just for display or collecting. Some of them still work great, if not better than their modern equivalent.
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The 3 Highest-Rated Refrigerators On Consumer Reports All Have These 2 Things In Common
The three top-rated refrigerators all have a few things in common that set them among the best options. Find out why and what to look for.
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What's The Average Lifespan Of A Keurig?
Before you go out and buy a new Keurig, there are some things you should know. We look at life expectancy and ways to make your machine last longer.
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Were Old-School Ovens Actually More Reliable?
Buying an oven is an investment, and one that will eventually come with repair costs. So, is an old-school, vintage option better? Maybe.
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Stop Making This Keurig Mistake If You Want Better Coffee And A Longer-Lasting Machine
If you've splashed out on a fancy Keurig coffee machine, you'll want to know the very best way to make the tastiest daily cups, and there's one thing not to do.
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This Is Why Your Pizza Stone Cracked Last Season — And Here's How To Prevent It This Year
If you've cracked your fair share of pizza stones over the years, then here's what you need to know about how to prevent it from happening again this year.
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The 2 Best Affordable Stand Mixer Models, According To Consumer Reports Testing
While a stand mixer isn't an essential appliance, it is a convenient, if often expensive one. Consumer Reports found two affordable options that perform well.
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