Best Stockpots for Soup, Stock, and Pasta Lovers (2026 Tested Picks)
I tested 7 stockpots for soup, stock, and pasta. Here’s the size that actually fits your kitchen, where construction money matters, and an honest downside for every pick.
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Best Cast Iron Skillets in 2026 (Tested for Smoothness and Heat)
I cooked 100+ meals in five cast iron skillets — Lodge, Stargazer, Field, Victoria, and Utopia — to see which stayed smooth and heated evenly.
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Baking Sheets vs. Pizza Stones: When to Use Which
A baking sheet and a pizza stone solve different problems. Here’s exactly when to use each — for pizza, cookies, bread, and roasting — plus four tested picks.
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Best Sheet Pans for Roasting and Baking (Tested Over 100 Uses)
I tested five sheet pans across 100+ uses for even browning, warp resistance, and easy cleanup. Here are my picks for roasting, baking, budget, and small kitchens.
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The Real Cost of Cheap Cookware: The Truth After 12 Months of Testing
I tracked cheap cookware for 12 months. Here’s the real cost of cheap cookware once replacement is factored in, and what actually lasts.
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Best Dutch Ovens Under $100: Le Creuset Alternatives I Actually Tested
I tested 5 enameled cast iron Dutch ovens under $100 for a month of braises, bread, and soup. Here’s which one beats the price of a Le Creuset, and which to skip.
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Best Budget Cookware Sets Under $100 in 2026: Tested Picks That Actually Last
I tested 5 cookware sets under $100 for a month of daily cooking. Here’s which ones hold up, which to skip, and what actually matters at this price.
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Best Cast Iron Grill Pans Under $40: Tested Budget Picks
Tested: the 5 best cast iron grill pans under $40, what each does best, and how to make a budget pan last for decades.
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Best Non-Stick Pans That Actually Last (Tested 12 Months)
The best non-stick pans I tested over 12 months in my Portland kitchen — which coatings lasted, PTFE vs. ceramic, and the 4 habits that quietly destroy them.
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Why Tri-Ply Cookware Heats More Evenly (The Science Behind the Price)
Tri-ply cookware heats evenly because an aluminum core conducts heat about 15x faster than stainless steel. Here’s the science behind the even heat — and whether it’s worth the price.
