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Blade Style (Ninja CREAMi, Cuisinart Fast Freeze): Quick and convenient but can be noisy, producing a softer, sometimes gritty texture that requires specialized recipes. Canister Style (Cuisinart): Budget-friendly and churns in 20 minutes, though the coolant bowl must be pre-frozen for 24 hours. Self-Refrigerating Style (Whynter): Premium built-in compressor models that eliminate pre-freezing and allow…

Want to learn how to make great restaurant-quality burgers right in your own kitchen? In this step-by-step video, Lan Lam demonstrates the exact science behind making the ultimate juicy, pub-style burger from scratch. From selecting the perfect balance of beef cuts to mastering the grind, Lan shares the essential techniques required to season, shape, and…

Looking for a vegetarian sandwich that’s full of flavor? Let us introduce to you a new Boston classic, the Eggplant Spuckie from Cutty’s sandwich shop in Brookline, MA. Bryan Roof shows Julia Collin Davison how to make this artisanal sandwich at home, which stars roasted eggplant with a zesty and vibrant olive salad. Layered onto…

Making cold-brew coffee is traditionally a slow, mostly hands-off process that yields a smooth body and rounded taste. Hannah Crowley joins Bridget Lancaster to see which cold-brew maker is the best for your kitchen. After testing 10 different models, Hannah shares the performance of rapid electric centrifuges, basket-style infusers, and draw-down models to see which…

Nik Sharna explains how liquid smoke is actually made. To see how you can use liquid smoke for indoor barbecue ribs, click the related video. Subscribe to America’s Test Kitchen: ​ Watch full episodes of America’s Test Kitchen and Cook’s Country for free on our new YouTube channel: Watch More! ​ In The Test Kitchen:…

A carrot that snaps, chars, and tastes like a hot dog? Eric shares how we made it happen. Would you try this at your next cookout? Subscribe to America’s Test Kitchen: ​ Watch full episodes of America’s Test Kitchen and Cook’s Country for free on our new YouTube channel: Watch More! ​ In The Test…

We break down what “the mother” is on some vinegar products and explain how it works. Subscribe to America’s Test Kitchen: ​ Watch full episodes of America’s Test Kitchen and Cook’s Country for free on our new YouTube channel: Watch More! ​ In The Test Kitchen: ​ The Taste Test: ​ Techniquely With Lan Lam:…

Nik Sharna explains how you can achieve smoky flavor and tender meat for your ribs even if you’re not cooking them on a smoker. Subscribe to America’s Test Kitchen: ​ Watch full episodes of America’s Test Kitchen and Cook’s Country for free on our new YouTube channel: Watch More! ​ In The Test Kitchen: ​…

No more hours of simmering for the perfect caramelized onions. Kelly Song shares four tricks that cut cooking time in half. Subscribe to America’s Test Kitchen: ​ Watch full episodes of America’s Test Kitchen and Cook’s Country for free on our new YouTube channel: Watch More! ​ In The Test Kitchen: ​ The Taste Test:…

Want your ribs to look competition level? Nik Sharna explains what kitchen ingredient you can use to achieve the elusive “smoke ring” on your ribs. Subscribe to America’s Test Kitchen: ​ Watch full episodes of America’s Test Kitchen and Cook’s Country for free on our new YouTube channel: Watch More! ​ In The Test Kitchen:…