Cook's Illustrated Annual Edition : 2006

Eureka! In 2006 our test cooks developed a method for a great pepper-crusted filet mignon recipe that adds a bold punch of flavor without a blast of painful heat. Our rating of grill pans uncovered a 40 winner, while some of its competitors cost more than 100! Our test kitchen staff developed an invaluable, reliable guide to knowing when food is done"“cookies, for example, should be slightly undercooked when pulled from the oven, as they continue to bake when cooling. Did you know that the best place to store carrots and ginger is in a pot of sand? How about using your old hot-air popcorn popper to toast nuts? Perfect for long-term reference, the Cook"™s Illustrated 2006 Annual contains all six of the 2006 issues, in their original form, and bound along with a 2006 Master Recipe and Article Index. The sturdy cloth cover is durable and kitchen-friendly"“sure to keep your favorite recipes safe and sauce spatter free for years to come"“and its distinctive gold stamping make it an attractive addition to your cookbook library.