Featured Taste TestThick-Cut BaconWe wanted a thick-cut bacon that would give us something to chew on.Read the Review
Published: November 2018
Crunchy Peanut ButterEver wonder how many peanut pieces are actually in a jar of crunchy peanut butte…
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Published: September 2018
White Miso PasteWhich fermented soybean paste strikes the right balance between salty, sweet, an…
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Published: September 2018
Basmati RiceFrom its extra-long, slender grains to its distinctive nutty flavor and popcorn-…
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Published: September 2018
Quick-Cooking Basmati RiceAre convenience versions of basmati rice any good?
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Published: July 2018
Fresh MozzarellaWhat makes the best fresh mozzarella? It's all about balance.
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Published: July 2018
Supermarket BurrataMozzarella's creamier, more glamorous cousin might just be the wow-factor cheese…
Published: May 2018
Ground TurmericThe popularity of this ancient spice has recently skyrocketed. For the most vibr…
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Published: May 2018
Cocoa PowderThe big debate in cocoa powder has always been Dutch-processed versus natural. I…
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Published: March 2018
Pecorino Romano CheeseIs Pecorino Romano from Italy worth seeking out, or can domestic options do the …
Published: March 2018
Turkey BaconWhat exactly is it? And can it compete with traditional pork bacon?
Published: January 2018
Dark Chocolate ChipsWith chocolate chips now coming in different shapes, sizes, and even cacao perce…
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Published: January 2018
Canned ChickpeasWhen it comes to choosing canned chickpeas, the secret’s in the salt.
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Published: November 2017
Dry VermouthCould we find a bottle that would do double duty for cooking and cocktails?
Published: November 2017
Supermarket TurkeyThe holidays are no time to gamble on a bird that cooks up dry and bland—or, wor…
Published: September 2017
Feta CheeseAfter sorting through three different milks, three countries, and eight products…
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Published: July 2017
White Wine VinegarVersatility can seem boring, but it’s an asset for this pantry staple.
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Published: July 2017
MascarponeTiramisù is just the tip of the iceberg for this creamy Italian cheese. But does…
Published: June 2017
Single-Varietal White Wine VinegarsSome markets now carry wine vinegars made from a specific variety of wine, such …
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Published: May 2017
Coconut MilkWe were shocked by the dramatic differences among canned coconut milks.
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Published: May 2017
Gruyère CheeseThe right Gruyère is buttery and complex, is pleasantly firm and dense, and melt…
Published: March 2017
Premium Extra-Virgin Olive OilHigh-end extra-virgin olive oils offer a world of flavor beyond grocery-store op…
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Published: January 2017
Vegan MayonnaiseVegan mayo can’t be very good, can it? Read on for a shocking surprise.
Published: January 2017
Crushed TomatoesSometimes smooth like puree and sometimes chock-full of chunks, crushed
tomatoe…
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Published: November 2016
Whole-Milk Ricotta CheeseAs any Italian grandmother knows, the importance of good ricotta cannot be overs…
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Published: November 2016
CinnamonLabels touting origin imply there’s more to this standby spice
than there once …
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Published: November 2016
Ceylon CinnamonWe tasted three nationally available Ceylon cinnamon products against our favori…
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Published: September 2016
AnchoviesEven if you’d never put anchovies on a pizza or a salad, a tin of these little f…
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Published: September 2016
Soy SauceSavory, fragrant, umami-rich soy sauce is a staple in American kitchens.
But ch…
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Published: July 2016
Supermarket ParmesanFor a cheese with all the nutty, savory flavor and crumbly, crystalline
texture…
Published: July 2016
Almond ButterThe best almond butter contains more than just ground almonds.
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Published: May 2016
Sherry VinegarThe woodsy yet vibrant taste of sherry vinegar makes it such a standout that it …
Published: May 2016
Smoked PaprikaWe tasted seven products, rating them on their flavor, level of smokiness, and o…
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Published: March 2016
Nonfat Greek YogurtWe tasted eight nationally available supermarket plain-flavor nonfat Greek yogur…
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Published: March 2016
Prepared PestoWe scooped up seven traditional basil pestos (also called pesto Genovese), price…
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