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Friday, January 10, 2020
Easy Homemade Hummus
Love hummus? It's so easy to make your own! Homemade hummus only takes 5 minutes, and it's so much better than store-bought. All you need are a few cans of chickpeas, some tahini, olive oil, some seasonings, and a food processor.
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Anthony Bourdain’s Iconic Bistro Manual & More of Our Most-Discussed Cookbooks
Cookbooks and recipes are probably the single-most discussed topics in the Chowhound community threads, with restaurants running a close second.
From the famous Cookbook of the Month archives—a digital book club where Chowhounds cook through and discuss some of the best new cookbook— to the always popular What’s for Dinner where home cooks share their favorite new recipes pulled from the pages of culinary compendiums new and old.
It’s tough to pinpoint what makes a cookbook good, or discussion-worthy but our list everything from old standbys like Anthony Bourdain’s wonderful “Les Halles Cookbook” to new interpretations, as in Yotam Ottolenghi collection of dessert recipes called “Sweet.”
In the spirit of all things cookbook along with the chatter they inspire, these are the top 25 most-discussed cookbooks on Chowhound.
“The Book of Greens” by Jenn Louis, $26.10 on Amazon
Amazon
If it’s greens you’re after, you can put your trust in chef Jenn Louis, a known entity in the Portland area where vegetarian cooking is as highly acclaimed—and criticized—as anywhere else in the world. Her compendium of 175 recipes covers 40 types of greens so you never run out of ideas for Meatless Monday.Buy Now
“Sweet: Desserts from London’s Ottolenghi” by Yotam Ottolenghi, $25 on Amazon
Amazon
Speaking of vegetables, Yotam Ottolenghi has made an international splash with his inventive and soulful vegetarian cuisine but he started his career as a pastry chef. In this book, Yotam and his collaborator Helen Goh go “sweet,” tackling baked goods and other confections with dazzling photos and Ottolenghi’s signature creativity, as in his Cinnamon Pavlova with Praline Cream.Buy Now
“BraveTart: Iconic American Desserts” by Stella Parks, $24.73 on Amazon
Amazon
This book won the 2018 James Beard Award for best baking cookbook and has a near-perfect score on Amazon, so it’s not a huge surprise Chowhounds have enjoyed Stella Parks’ cookbook celebrating classic American desserts like cherry pie, fudge brownies, and even chocolate chip cookie dough ice cream.Buy Now
“Cravings: Hungry for More” by Chrissy Teigen, $20 on Amazon
When Chrissy Teigen talks (or tweets) we listen, and when she writes a book we buy it. That includes the follow up to her hit cookbook “Cravings” entitled “Cravings: Hungry for More.” True to form, Teigen’s second book has approachable recipes that you really really want to eat like Banana Bread, and Shake n’ Bake Chicken with Hot Honey.Buy Now
“Nigella Kitchen” by Nigella Lawson, $16 on Amazon
Amazon
Nigella Lawson’s hit cookbook has lots of recipes but unlike most cookbooks, which are categorized by course or protein, these are broken up by moods and moments, as in “Hurry Up, I’m Hungry” for when there’s scarcely time to cook, or “Easy Does it” for feeding friends without losing your sanity.Buy Now
“The Malaysian Kitchen” by Christina Arokiasamy, $23 on Amazon
Amazon
Malaysian cuisine is a beautiful melting pot with familiar flavors, and a cookbook about it could probably go on forever. This popular recipe compendium has a whopping 150 recipes from appetizers to noodles, rice, and lots of hearty mains. Expect a good deal of heat and plenty of seafood, too.Buy Now
“Smith & Daughters: A Cookbook (That Happens to be Vegan)” by Shannon Martizen and Moe Wyse, $22 on Amazon
Amazon
This vegan cookbook hails from the iconic Australian restaurant which bears the same name, fit with ambitious dishes like Mexican meatless meatballs in a saffron sauce, and cashew cheese, tuna, and green pea croquettes.Buy Now
Related Reading: Smith & Daughter’s Tangy Vegan Potato Salad
“Smitten Kitchen Every Day” by Deb Perelman, $24 on Amazon
Amazon
Deb Perelman has built a bit of a recipe and cookbook empire from her small NYC kitchen. This book has a bit of everything from highbrow mango apple ceviche with sunflower seeds to downhome delights like everything drop biscuits with cream cheese.Buy Now
“Dutch Feast” by Emily Wright, $28 on Amazon
Amazon
Generally, one of the only silver linings of colonialism has been the fusion of global cuisines, and the Netherlands is a good example with its many Asian and European culinary influences. In this book, chef and author Emily Wright touches on that influence (and more) from one of the lesser celebrated but no less delicious European culinary traditions.Buy Now
Related Reading: Savory Cheese Cookies from Dutch Feast
“Cherry Bombe: The Cookbook” by Kerry Diamond & Claudia Wu, $26 on Amazon
Amazon
From the indie magazine sensation that shines a bright light on women in food comes the brand’s first cookbook. “Cherry Bombe: The Cookbook” includes favorite recipes from some of the biggest stars in cooking including Amanda Cohen (Dirt Candy), Melissa Clark (The New York Times), and Padma Lakshmi (Top Chef).Buy Now
“Food for Life: Delicious and Healthy Comfort Food” by Laila Ali, $17 on Amazon
Amazon
With rather big shoes to fill, Laila Ali—daughter of Mohammad Ali—has done well for herself both as a four-time boxing world champion, and a cookbook author. In this, her debut cookbook, Ali delivers a one-two combo of comforting recipes that won’t bust your training regimen, like oven “fried” chicken and southern greens.Buy Now
Related Reading: Baked Parmesan Zucchini Fries with Marinara Dipping Sauce
“Taste & Technique: Recipes to Elevate Your Home Cooking” by Naomi Pomeroy, $25 on Amazon
Amazon
This book, with recipes from James Beard winner Naomi Pomeroy, doesn’t presume you know everything about cooking and serves as equal parts recipe compendium and how-to manual arming the home chef with confidence to nail any one of them.Buy Now
“Polpo: A Venetian Cookbook (of sorts)” by Russel Norman, $28 on Amazon
Amazon
Russel Norman’s Venetian restaurant Polpo took on a life of its own as one of London’s best kept culinary secrets. Like any good secret, it didn’t stay under wraps for long. Norman’s 2012 publishing of these 140 recipes from or inspired by the restaurant is proof.Buy Now
“Phoenix Claws and Jade Trees” by Kian Lam Kho, $24 on Amazon
Amazon
Winner of multiple culinary awards this book on authentic Chinese cooking by Kiam Lima Ko offers recipes but also helpful techniques aimed to demystify and amplify this unique, and diverse cuisine.Buy Now
“How to Eat a Peach” by Diana Henry, $19 on Amazon
Amazon
The recipient of much acclaim from book critics and fellow chefs alike, this book breathes life into the curated menus created by author Diana Henry, transporting the reader to a specific time and place through her personal essays that illuminate these colorful culinary moments in her life.Buy Now
“Kachka: A Return to Russian Cooking” by Bonnie Frumpkin Morales, $24 on Amazon
Amazon
Vodka infusions, delicious dumplings, smoked fish; this cookbook has everything you’d hope for in a book about Russian food. Dive deep into Soviet fare with this bright and bubbly book from the mind of Bonnie Morales, owner of Kachka restaurant (Portland, Ore.).Buy Now
“Baking with Less Sugar” by Joanne Chang, $21 on Amazon
Amazon
Sugar and baked goods have so long gone hand in hand, it’s easy to take their association for granted. Not so fast, says Joanne Chang, author of the hit cookbook “Flour,” whose aptly titled “Baking with Less Sugar” speaks directly to those trying to whittle some of those residual carbohydrates from their daily diet by using more natural sweeteners like fruit juice and honey.Buy Now
Related Reading: 8 Healthy Low-Carb Desserts
“Adventures in Starry Kitchen” by Nguyen Tran, $16 on Amazon
Amazon
You might remember Starry Kitchen, the speakeasy-style restaurant run by Nguyen Tran and his wife Thi out of a Los Angeles apartment in the last decade. It quickly became a sensation, racking up critical acclaim and impossible-to-get reservations. The couple has since left those humble beginnings behind, but their successes have continued, including this collection of 88 Asian-inspired recipes from America’s most famous underground restaurant.Buy Now
“The Zuni Cafe Cookbook” by Judy Rodgers, $26 on Amazon
Amazon
To call The Zuni Cafe a staple of the San Francisco restaurant scene would be a dramatic understatement. With this compendium of recipes, chef and owner Judy Rodgers brings her beloved food into your home with recipes like the famous Zuni roast chicken and espresso granita.Buy Now
“Anthony Bourdain’s Les Halles Cookbook” by Anthony Bourdain, $26 on Amazon
Amazon
The late, great Anthony Bourdain first helmed the kitchen at New York’s no-nonsense French brasserie, Les Halles. The beloved restaurant has since closed but its legacy—and that of its most famous chef de cuisine—live on in this collection of recipes and guide for French classics like roasted veal short ribs, steak frites, escargots aux noix, and foie gras au pruneaux. All written with Bourdain’s undeniable wit and wisdom.Buy Now
“The Breakfast Book” by Marion Cunningham, $19 on Amazon
Amazon
First published in 1987, this book by author Marion Cunningham celebrates that first meal of the day with over 280 recipes ranging from the sweet to the savory, and including breakfast ideas for every sort of occasion, from casual to chichi.Buy Now
“Lucky Peach Presents 101 Easy Asian Recipes” by Peter Meehan (& Editors), $20 on Amazon
Amazon
Though it is now defunct, the legacy of Lucky Peach—a cult food magazine which captivated the culinary world for years—lives on in its many editorial works, including this compendium of easy Asian recipes (they would later publish both and egg- and vegetable-centric cookbooks) which hit stores and online retailers in 2015. The collection was compiled by Peter Meehan along with the rest of the Lucky Peach editorial gang, and ranges from the simple to the more intricate.Buy Now
“Shaya: An Odyssey of Food, My Jurney back to Israel” by Alon Shaya, $15 on Amazon
Amazon
In this book, which reads both as a memoir and recipe collection, you’ll follow Alon Shaya as he winds his way from Israel through the American south (New Orleans, to be specific) and back again (to Israel) and discover how this journey informed Shaya’s unique and much-celebrated Israeli-Creole style of cooking.Buy Now
“Golden” by Itamar Srulovich and Sarit Packer, $19 on Amazon
Amazon
In a city not always thought of for its culinary prowess, there are still plenty of shining, dare I say golden, examples of excellence. Golden restaurant is one of them, famous in part for the wonderful sweet and savory pastries which emerge from the London restaurant’s kitchen over the course of a day. In this cookbook, you’ll find recipes for favorites like sticky buns, and spiced lamb en croute.Buy Now
“The Pho Cookbook” by Andrea Nguyen, $20 on Amazon
Amazon
Before Andrew Nguyen joined us for a Chowhound Table Talk celebrating her book “Vietnamese Food Any Day” she snagged a single subject James Beard award for this comprehensive pho cookbook. This book looks at the storied past of the warming soup, which helps tell the story of the country it originated, as well as some helpful know-how for making good pho at home.Buy Now
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I Finally Tried the Low-Carb Cereal Everyone’s Talking About
I’ve learned to regard any diet version of a guilty pleasure food with a healthy dose of skepticism. I’ve just been burned too many times (looking at you low-carb chocolate). I’m down with mashed cauliflower as a substitute for potatoes from time to time, and Halo Top low-calorie ice cream is actually pretty spot on (if you can afford it). But sweet breakfast cereal seemed like one of those things we’d just have to accept as mostly bad for us and consume in moderation, leaving the Sunday morning cartoon and cereal binges of our youth behind.
That notion was rattled a bit upon discovery of a new-ish line of kid- and adult-friendly low-carb keto cereals from a company called Magic Spoon. Packaged in brightly-colored boxes, Magic Spoon claims to be the first keto-friendly low carb, high protein cereal for adults, but with flavors like fruity (think Fruit Loops) cocoa (Cocoa Krispies), frosted (Frosted Flakes), and blueberry, they are definitely making a play for kids, too (or at least the kid inside us).
As it turns out, this old dog can still be surprised once in a while because I genuinely liked it. All four flavors I tasted worked well—frosted and fruity were my favorites—with a formidable, and mostly normal-tasting sweetness and a crunch that held, even when submerged in milk for a few minutes.
By comparison, Magic Spoon cereal averages just three net carbs per bowl versus 20 or more from sweet cereals, like Frosted Flakes or Fruit Loops. One serving also contains 12 grams of protein (mostly from whey protein). For reference, an egg has just six. How do they do it? The cereal itself is made with low-carb, gluten-free tapioca flour and whey protein, while each cereal gets its sweet blast from a trinity of low-glycemic sweeteners: monk fruit, stevia, and allulose.
Does it taste exactly like the sweet cereals many of us grew up on? The short answer is no. And I contend, sadly, that there will never be anything that tastes as good as O.G. sugar, but the Magic Spoon formula is darn close, and the full line of sweet cereals is worth trying out for a lower-carb, sweet snack, reminiscent of the good old days.
Magic Spoon Variety Pack (4 boxes), $39 from Magic Spoon
The Magic Spoon variety pack includes frosted, fruity, cocoa, and blueberry.Buy Now
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This Cheese Fondue Will Keep You Warm All Winter
The delirious wonderlands of Italy, Austria, Switzerland, and France all hold one thing in common: The four countries make up half of the Alpine territories, parts of Europe that surround the soaring Alps. This area is known for its mountains, a world-famous ski season, and most importantly here at Chowhound, a legendary food scene.
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A new book, “Alpine Cooking,” tracks the food, stories, and recipes found in these four countries, helmed by food writer Meredith Erickson. This Alpine tome features 80 recipes—everything from wiener schnitzel to cheesy spaetzle—accompanied by hundreds of photographs and stories told through the lens of locals and Meredith’s own experiences. The book serves as both a cookbook and a travel guide, and sits in perfect company with cooking lovers, travelers, skiers, and anyone who simply likes to curl up by the fire and nosh on cheese.
Here, Meredith shares a recipe for perhaps the most Swiss dish around: cheese fondue. This classic dish is just begging to be made on a cold winter night, ready to be mopped up with crusty baguette, cornichons, and pickled onions. This version calls for a heaping of emmental and gruyere cheeses, which are melted along with white wine, kirsch, and a grinding of nutmeg and white pepper. It comes together easily in a caquelon (a traditional cast iron fondue pot), but if you don’t have one, a slow cooker or double boiler will do in a pinch.
Reprinted with permission from Alpine Cooking, by Meredith Erickson, copyright © 2019. Published by Ten Speed Press, a division of Penguin Random House, LLC. Photographs copyright © 2019 by Christina Holmes.
Fondue
I’m not sure when a Swiss person first dipped into flavorsome, melted cheese, but wedding registries haven’t been the same since. Relatively speaking, fondue is still fairly new in North America. As the story goes, fondue was first marketed to Americans during the 1964 World’s Fair in New York via the Swiss Pavilion’s Alpine restaurant. From there, North Americans embraced the caquelon (fondue pot), especially in the 1970s when sharing food (and your partner) became more popular.
But let’s get to the cheese. Fondue can be as highbrow (see variation) or as casual as you want. This is our baseline fondue; if someone says fondue, assume this is what they’re talking about. Neuchâtel is a city in the Vaud region, which covers a teeny-tiny area between France’s Jura and the larger Valais canton. The cheese in a Neuchâtel is a mix of Gruyère and Emmental.
In Switzerland, boutique cheeses are often used as a stamp of quality. For example, at Chesery restaurant in Gstaad, the cheese fondue is made from L’Etivaz and Vacherin Fribourgeois. L’Etivaz is made by a small cheese co-op in a town of 150 people; it’s essentially a Gruyère made as it was 100 years ago: a creamier, less sharp version of its newer self. Vacherin Fribourgeois is produced by a very small number of cheese artisans and, consequently, is very difficult to find. There is fun to be had tasting fondues around Switzerland, because you’re likely to come across cheeses from local dairies that are rare and fresh from the alpage (high mountain pasture), reflecting local flavors.
In France, you’re more likely to come across either Fondue Savoyarde (half Beaufort or Comté, half Emmental) or Fondue Jurassienne (100 percent Comté). In the French chapter, I included a “take-away” fondue housed in a brioche. Apologies to my terre d’adoption (adopted land), but I’m not including Montreal-favorite Fondue Chinoise here (nor a Bourguignonne); neither dish is Alpine, and I’ve never loved the idea of dipping meat into an open vat of hot oil on my dining-room tablecloth.
Notes: Fondue sets are more versatile than you think—they are the perfect vessel, in fact, for any kind of low-and-slow melting or tempered sauce making. I like to whip up a béarnaise sauce in mine, while pan-frying sirloin steaks for two. Bring the pot to the table and dip your steak directly in the warm sauce.
Just because you are gluten-sensitive doesn’t mean you should miss out. Replace the bread with slices of apple (I sometimes prefer this to bread).
I like to begin cooking the fondue on the stove top until a bit of the liquid has evaporated and then move to the set above the fuel burner.
Fondue Neuchâtel Recipe
Fondue Neuchâtel
Serves: 4
Ingredients
- 1 garlic clove
- 11⁄2 cups (360ml) dry white wine, such as Chablis or dry Riesling
- 1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 3 tablespoons kirsch
- 2 cups (230g) grated Emmental cheese
- 2 cups (230g) grated Gruyère cheese
- Freshly ground white pepper
- Freshly grated nutmeg
- Sweet paprika
- Day-old French bread or country loaf, cut into 1-inch cubes, or apple slices for serving
- Cornichon pickles for serving
- Pickled onions for serving
Instructions
- Rub the inside of the fondue pot with the garlic. With the caquelon over stove-top medium heat, warm the wine with the lemon juice.
- In a small bowl, use a fork to whisk the cornstarch and kirsch until smooth.
- Gradually add both cheeses to the pot, stirring continuously in a figure-eight motion. When the mixture begins to bubble, stir in the kirsch-cornstarch paste. Continue to cook for another 3 to 5 minutes, and season with a little white pepper, nutmeg, and paprika.
- Should your melted cheese begin to separate, increase the heat and whisk or stir the mixture quickly to bring it together again.
- Carefully light the flame on your fondue set, following the manufacturer’s instructions. Turn off the stove-top heat and carefully transfer the pot to your fondue set.
- Serve the fondue with bread cubes or sliced apples, cornichon pickles, and pickled onions.
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The 9 Best Waffle Makers of 2020
Waffles are a classic breakfast food, and you can make restaurant-quality waffles at home if you have your very own waffle maker. No matter if you like round or square, Belgian or traditional, there’s a gadget to make you the perfect breakfast or brunch treat in mere minutes. And, as an added bonus, many are quite affordable.
If you want to elevate your breakfast game, here are the best waffle makers you can buy:
- Best Overall: Breville No-Mess Waffle Round Waffle Maker
- Best Budget: Presto Ceramic FlipSide Belgian Waffle Maker
- Best Splurge: Breville Smart Waffle
- Best Small: Dash Mini Waffle Maker
- Best for Families: Cuisinart Double Belgian Waffle Maker
- Best Shapes: Holstein Housewares Heart Waffle Maker
- Best with Removable Plates: KRUPS Belgian Waffle Maker
- Most Versatile: Cuisinart Breakfast Central 4-Slice Belgian Waffle and Pancake Maker
- Best Design: All-Clad Stainless Steel Classic Round Waffle Maker
What to Look for When Buying a Waffle Maker
There are a few aspects you’ll want to consider as you hunt for the perfect waffle maker. For instance, do you prefer thick, fluffy Belgian waffles? Or just traditional waffles? Are you making waffles for one, or feeding the whole family? Today’s waffle makers can serve up anywhere from one to four waffles at a time, and they come in all different shapes and sizes. Many also have various browning settings that let you adjust how well-done they are.
Related Reading: Where Did Chicken and Waffles Come From?
In addition to your waffle preferences, you’ll want to think about how much cabinet space you have to spare. Full-size waffle makers take up a lot of room, but certain models have space-saving features that are beneficial for small homes.
With these factors in mind, we scoured the internet to find the absolute best waffle makers out there. We read dozens of reviews, watched hands-on videos, and compared specs to narrow the wide range of choices down to nine amazing products. That said, here are the products we’ve deemed to be our absolute favorite waffle makers.
Best Overall: Breville No-Mess Waffle Round Waffle Maker, $129.90 on Amazon
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One of the best waffle makers out there today is the Breville No-Mess Round Waffle Maker. This appliance is made by a well-known and respected brand, and it has a number of features that will make cooking breakfast a breeze. This waffle maker features stainless steel housing and aluminum cooking plates, and it has a unique wrap-around moat that catches batter overflow and then cooks it for easy removal.
The Breville Waffle Maker has seven brownness settings, letting you pick how well-done you want your waffle, and there’s a doneness indicator, too. The thick plates distribute heat evenly for a perfectly cooked waffle every time, and reviewers say it heats up quickly and “makes the perfect, crispy outside, fluffy inside waffle every single time.” Yum!
Best Budget: Presto Ceramic FlipSide Belgian Waffle Maker, $39.99 on Amazon
Amazon
Waffle makers can get quite pricey, but the Presto FlipSide Belgian Waffle Maker will be easy on your wallet. This unique gadget does a 180-degree flip to ensure the batter spreads evenly across the cooking plates. It has a brushed stainless steel housing and a ceramic nonstick interior that’s easy to wipe clean after use, and the base locks in a vertical position for compact storage.
After you pour batter into this waffle maker, you can close the lid and use the handle to flip the plates over. You can then use the built-in countdown timer to set the baking time. The end result is a delicious Belgian waffle that crunchy on the outside and tender inside. This waffle maker has more than 6,000 reviews and a high average rating, and reviewers love that it’s super easy to use and delivers perfect results every time. (At press time, stock is low on Amazon, so you can also buy at Walmart.)
Best Splurge: Breville Smart Waffle Maker, 4-Slice, $199.95 from Sur La Table
Sur La Table
For the ultimate waffle-making experience, try the Breville Smart Waffle Maker. This machine comes in two sizes—four-slice and two-slice—and it pretty much makes the perfect waffle for you. All you have to do is supply the batter.
This machine has settings for Belgian, classic, chocolate, and buttermilk waffles, and it automatically calculates the ideal cooking time for each variety. It includes five browning settings that range from light and fluffy to crispy golden brown, and it has a wrap-around moat to catch and cook overflow batter. The waffle maker has Thermal Pro optimized heat distribution to ensure every waffle is cooked to perfection, and it beeps to indicate when your waffles have finished cooking. People say their “family raves about the waffles that come out of this waffle maker,” and many note that the gadget is well-designed and easy to clean.
Best Small: Dash Mini Waffle Maker, $9.99 from Amazon (normally $14.99)
Amazon
If you or your kids don’t need a full-size waffle, you can make smaller servings with the adorable Dash Mini Waffle Maker. The entire unit weighs just 1 pound, and it cooks up 4-inch waffles in less than three minutes.
The mini waffle maker is perfect for small homes or apartments, and you can use it to make paninis, hash browns, and more—basically anything that you’d like warmed up. The plates are nonstick for easy clean up, and reviewers say “this silly little thing is perfect.” Plus, it comes in 10 cute colors!
Best for Families: Cuisinart Double Belgian Waffle Maker, $69.99 from Amazon
Amazon
If your family regularly argues about who gets the first waffle, you can stop the squabbling with this Double Belgian Waffle Maker from Cuisinart. As its name implies, this machine makes two waffles at once, letting you spend less time cooking and more time enjoying your meal. It turns out two deep-pocket Belgian waffles, and you can select your desired level of doneness from the six-setting browning knob.
This professional-grade waffle maker is incredibly easy to use. Just pour in the batter, then use the handle to flip the pan 180-degrees and fill the other pocket. The nonstick waffle grids make it easy to clean, and reviewers say it has a sturdy construction and makes delicious waffles.
Best Shapes: Holstein Housewares Heart Waffle Maker, $24 from Amazon
Amazon
Make breakfast time more fun with heart-shaped waffles—perfect for a romantic breakfast in bed or Valentine’s Day brunch. The Holstein Housewares Heart Waffle Maker turns out four sweet heart-shaped waffles in a matter of minutes, and it has a pretty magenta (or red) exterior and nonstick waffle grids for easy cleanup. When you’re done, you can store the machine upright to save space. People say it’s totally adorable and easy to clean, and many note it’s the perfect way to make a romantic gesture for someone special. Buy Now
Best with Removable Plates: KRUPS Belgian Waffle Maker, $59.22 from Amazon
Krups
One of the biggest complaints about waffle makers is that they’re tricky to clean. Even if they have nonstick surfaces, little waffle flecks can get stuck in the grooves. That’s why the KRUPS Belgian Waffle Maker is so appealing—it has removable plates that you can simply put in the dishwasher to make cleanup a frustration-free task.
This waffle maker turns out four square Belgian waffles, and you can choose from five adjustable browning settings. It has a steam-release system that ensures your waffles are light and fluffy, and the indicator lights will let you know when your waffles are cooked to perfection. The sleek stainless steel exterior will look modern in your kitchen, and the appliance even has a cord wrap for easier storage.
Most Versatile: Cuisinart Breakfast Central 4-Slice Belgian Waffle and Pancake Maker, $99.99 from Target
Target
Some people don’t like “unitasker” appliances, but the Cuisinart Breakfast Central makes both waffles and pancakes. It has two sets of removable plates that you can swap out depending on what you want for breakfast, and as an added bonus, the plates are dishwasher-safe for easy cleanup.
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The waffle plates let you make four slices of Belgian waffles, while the pancake plate has four slots. There’s a temperature dial with six browning settings, and the ready-to-eat indicator light lets you know when your meal is cooked to your liking. This Cuisinart waffle maker has a brushed stainless steel cover, and it even stands upright for easier storage. People rave about how nice this gadget is, saying it’s easy to use and even easier to clean.
Best Design: All-Clad Stainless Steel Classic Round Waffle Maker, $124.95
Amazon
Do you like you appliances to be beautiful and functional? Then the All-Clad Waffle Maker, which could easily be mistaken for a piece of artwork, may be the one for you. (Maybe that’s an exaggeration, but it’s still pretty as appliances go.) It features a sophisticated polished stainless steel exterior, complete with a riveted handle, and it cooks up delicious round waffles that are 1/2-inch thick.
This waffle maker has seven browning levels, and it features a steam-release system to ensure your waffles are perfectly crispy. The grids are nonstick to make cleanup easier, and there’s a ready indicator light to let you know when your breakfast is cooked. Happy buyers say this waffle maker works great—even with daily use—and some note it “could easily be an heirloom piece.”
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An All-Clad Fry Pan Set for Just $60—Only though Monday
It’s winter and I’m not going anywhere, so don’t ask. Not your birthday party. Not your kid’s birthday party. Not even your aunt’s dog’s christening. No, it’s winter and I’m staying in and cooking and Sur La Table totally gets that, which is why we’re fighting seasonal affective disorder with a little kitchen retail therapy via SLT’s Winter Sale, on now and through the weekend.
So what are the best gets? You can snatch up bargains on kitchen appliances and cookware from a nifty $25 immersion blender to this handsome Le Creuset cast iron skillet for less than $100. Or nab two chef- and fan-favorite All-Clad nonstick skillets for half off the sticker price, down to just $60 for the set.
Related Reading: Is This Really a Perfect Pan? Plus More of Our Most-Discussed Cookware Ever
Many of these sale prices are for today only with others running through the weekend, and Sur La Table will ship any order of more than $59 for free. See below for our top picks from the Sur La Table winter sale happening now.
Le Creuset Cast Iron Skillet, $100 on Sur La Table
Sur La Table
The only thing better than cast iron is cast iron made by one of our all-time favorite French legacy kitchen brands. This lovely Le Creuset skillet is a manageable 10.25-inches and the sloped sides and spout make pouring sauce or residual cooking fats easy. And don’t get me started on the colors it comes in. I dream in sea salt blue.Buy Now
All-Clad 8- and 10-Inch Nonstick Skillets, $60 on Sur La Table
Sur La Table
All-Clad is near the top of the list of our favorite kitchen brands, and this set of two nonstick frying pans is about as cheap as you’ll find them anywhere. Built with All-Clad’s signature sturdy construction and the tough PFOA-free nonstick coating resists most scratches.Buy Now
GreenPan 13-piece nonstick cookware set, $400 on Sur La Table
Sur La Table
If it’s a full set of cookware you’re after, this GreenPan 13-piece nonstick cookware set is over half off the showroom price during the limited-time sale. The set includes an 8-inch skillet, 9.5-inch skillet, 11-inch skillet, 1.7-quart saucepan with lid, 2.2-quart saucepan with lid, 3.3-quart saucepan with lid, 3-quart sauté pan with lid and 6-quart stockpot with lid.Buy Now
Bonavita Metropolitan One-Touch Coffee Maker, $75 on Sur La Table
Sur La Table
I don’t know about you but my coffee maker never leaves the counter so I want it to look good, in addition to brewing consistently tasty java. This Bonavita one-touch brewer does both and receives high marks in purchase reviews.Buy Now
Cuisinart Smart Stick Hand Blender, $25 (originally $65) on Sur La Table
Sur La Table
No more messy ladle transfers of hot soup into an upright blender (ouch). Use an immersion blender instead for pureed soups, mashed potatoes, sauces and a whole lot more.Buy Now
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Our Favorite Trusty Cast Iron Is Just $20 Right Now
The biggest sales of 2019 may be just a memory, but 2020 is starting off strong, thanks to Walmart’s Winter Savings Event—which is happening right now. Save big on a number of tools and appliances from name brands—from KitchenAid to Lodge and Cuisinart—with many of the items eligible for free or next day shipping. Ahead you’ll find the best of the bunch. So get shopping!
Related Reading: What to Do With Your New Cast Iron Pan
Lodge Pre-Seasoned 12-Inch Cast Iron Skillet, $19.92
Walmart
This trusty cast iron pan is nearly 50% off (down from $39.50), already seasoned and prepped for all your future searing, sautéing, baking, broiling, braising, frying, and grilling. Buy Now
Wilton Nonstick Bakeware Starter Set, $11.98
Walmart
Need some new bakeware? Look no further than this nonstick set from Wilton, complete with four nonstick pans, six cookie cutters, and 100 baking cups. Buy Now
12-Piece Copper-Plated Knife Set with Acrylic Block, $24.99
Walmart
Upgrade your knives with this pretty 12-piece knife set, which includes its own translucent knife block. The set has an 8-inch chef’s knife, 8-inch bread knife, 8-inch slicer, 5-inch utility knife, 4-inch paring knife, and six 4.5-inch steak knives. Buy Now
Cuisinart Ice Cream Maker, $39.99
Walmart
Why purchase subpar pints of ice cream when you can make your own at home? That can totally be a reality with this ice cream maker by Cuisinart, a machine so powerful it can make 1.5 quarts of ice cream, frozen yogurt, sherbet, or sorbet in just 20 minutes. Buy Now
4.8-Quart Air Fryer, $64.99
Walmart
Using rapid air circulation, this sleek air fryer can fry, roast, bake, and grill food—all in a healthy way with limited oil. Buy Now
Keurig K-Classic Single Serve K-Cup Pod Coffee Maker, $79
Walmart
The morning is hardly the morning without a steaming cup of coffee. Wake up with this Keurig coffee machine, which brews coffee, tea, hot chocolate, and iced drinks in under a minute. Buy Now
Instant Pot Ultra, $119
Walmart
Normally $159, the Instant Pot Ultra has been greatly marked down. This appliance is a step up for the basic Instant Pot, and it can do a whole lot more. It’s a pressure cooker, slow cooker, rice cooker, yogurt maker, cake maker, egg cooker, steamer, warmer, sterilizer, and can sauté, all rolled up into one machine. Plus, it comes with a bevy of accessories: a steam rack with handles, recipe booklet, two spoons, a measuring cup, and a user manual. Buy Now
Cuisinart 12-Cup Food Processor, $149.95
Walmart
Every kitchen requires a food processor, and this powerhouse of one by Cuisinart will do the trick. Complete with a dough blade, shredding disc, slicing disc, and chopping blade, the food processor is ready to chop even the most difficult of ingredients. Buy Now
KitchenAid Artisan Mini Tilt-Head Stand Mixer, $169
Walmart
Become baking royalty with this stand mixer, which, though mini, can still churn out five dozen cookies at once. The machine comes with the requisite flex edge beater, dough hook, and wire whisk, with any other attachments purchased separately. Buy Now
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