Kristie Pryor

The best trifle bowls for layered desserts make every sponge, custard, fruit, and cream layer easy to see while keeping the bowl stable enough for serving. I look for clear glass, practical capacity, a balanced base, and a lid when the dessert needs to travel or chill. For another useful dessert-serving option, see my guide … Read more

A reliable carrier keeps a finished pie level, covered, and intact from the kitchen counter to the serving table. A locking lid and stable base suit most trips; an insulated tote helps with temperature and larger dishes, while a tall dome protects high toppings. For another dessert-tool comparison, see my guide to the best crepe … Read more

I started milling my own flour three years ago, and I’ll never go back to store-bought. The first hot, fragrant loaf I made with wheat berries ground that morning convinced me. Fresh flour tastes better and gives me direct control over texture and grain choice. The best electric grain mills for whole grain baking make … Read more

Steam and convection work together to keep vegetables tender, protect fish from drying out, and reheat leftovers without rubbery edges. A combi model also adds dry heat when you want browned chicken skin, roasted color, or a crisp crust. Steam ovens can cook with little added oil and avoid soaking vegetables in boiling water. The … Read more

Start by deciding whether you need a hands-off appliance for family-sized batches or a compact cooker for one fast side dish. The best countertop steamers for vegetables keep food above the water, circulate steam evenly, and match your usual portion size without taking over the counter. If you also cook delicate proteins, my guide to … Read more

The best nut milk makers for dairy-free milk combine reliable blending or filtration with a capacity and cleanup routine that fits how often you make almond, oat, cashew, or soy milk. I compare 10 models by batch size, programs, straining method, materials, and maintenance so you can choose without paying for features you will not … Read more

I recommend the best yogurt makers for probiotic yogurt with adjustable temperature and a long timer, because those controls let you follow the instructions for different starter cultures instead of relying on one fixed setting. If you are comparing other health-focused countertop appliances, my guide to the best cold press juicers for healthy juicing explains … Read more

I recommend choosing the best sous vide machines for lean proteins by temperature stability, water-bath capacity, and controls; for most home cooks, a reliable 1,000–1,100-watt circulator is the practical choice. For another dependable lean-protein method, I also recommend this guide to how to make air fryer chicken thighs. I use sous vide cooking when I … Read more