We’re living in a golden age of small kitchen appliances (see: slow cookers, Instant Pots, and air fryers). We’re also in a not-so-golden age of abundant counter space. So what’s a home cook to do?

Tender morsels of beef are simmered in the most delicious, made from scratch sauce, and served over egg noodles in this ...

Now that the viral craze surrounding the Instant Pot has quieted down a bit, let’s look at whether it really is an appliance you should add to your kitchen, or whether the classic slow cooker will do ...

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Chicken can anchor many weeknight meals because it can be prepared in numerous, diverse ways, seasoned however you want, and it's relatively simple to work with. However, sometimes you just can't be ...

Help me decide which to buy. I used a slow cooker for years, so it’s a known quantity. At the same time, it usually required additional cookware (browning meat, sauces, etc.). And cleaning that heavy ...

The Instant Pot has a cult following for a reason — one appliance can make perfect polenta (no stirring required), homemade yogurt and pork shoulder that falls apart the moment it meets your fork. It ...

That's why we're such big fans of appliance-based cooking — or recipes that call for a slow cooker or Instant Pot to do all the hard work. Below you'll find a ton of our favorite easy Crock Pot and ...

Have you tried making Instant Pot oatmeal? It’s easy to set up overnight for a delicious breakfast the next morning or any time. Scott Suchman The Washington Post Just making a big batch of beans ...

Just had roast beef and vegetables, pressure cooked. Honestly, it's OK. Maybe roast beef was a little too ambitious for a first attempt. Partly at fault is the cut of meat. It ended up having a pretty ...