Cook's Country

Cook's Country magazine is dedicated to honest-to-goodness American home cooking, offering quick, easy and satisfying meals that don't take hours to put on the table. Every recipe we publish has been tested and retested 20, 30, sometimes 50 times until we come up with a recipe that will work the first time and every time you make it. And each issue of Cook's Country is 100% ADVERTISING FREE, so you get unbiased and objective information on every page.

INSIDE THE TEST KITCHEN

Cook’s Country

LETTER FROM THE EDITOR

QUICK BITES: TEST KITCHEN TIPS, RECS, AND OTHER TIDBITS TO CHEW ON

THE BEST PORTABLE GAS BURNERS

Tradition and Chorizo in the Heart of Basque Idaho • One man’s search for the perfect cure.

Grilled Scallions with Romesco • Make scallions the star of your next outdoor party with this Catalan-inspired combination.

Sweet Tea–Brined Fried Chicken • We interview the creator of the dish to find out why you should be frying this chicken at home.

Key Discoveries

Giardiniera Coleslaw • All this bright, lively slaw requires is a head of cabbage and a handful of pantry ingredients.

Tomato and Lemongrass Salad • A bold dressing brings out the sweetness in peak-season tomatoes.

Grilled Tri-Tip with Cilantro Sauce • A little know-how and technique turn this casual cut into special-occasion fare.

New Orleans Brabant Potatoes • Once you try these butter-fried potatoes, you won’t know how you ever lived without them.

Zucchini Ribbon Horiatiki (Greek Salad) Two • An easy late-summer twist on a familiar classic.

Ultimate Grilled Vegetable Sandwich • Smoky grilled vegetables, melted mozzarella, and basil mayo take this sandwich over the top.

Cast-Iron Skillet Corn Dip • A party hit inspired by a classic Mexican dish.

DINNER TONIGHT

Loaded Bagel Salad • Same great flavors. Fresher, more vegetable-forward presentation.

TOMATOES • Perfectly ripe tomatoes are arguably one of summer’s best gifts. Here’s how to get the most out of them.

Hui Guo Rou (Twice-Cooked Pork) • Tender-crisp pork belly is the star of this vibrant Sichuan dish.

Peach Fritters • A fruit-packed treat that doesn’t skimp on the peach flavor.

Cherries Jubilee • A dessert that’s fit for a queen … and also your dinner-party guests.

Buttery Almond Thins • A beautiful, snappy, slice-and-bake cookie with staying power.

Spaghetti Aglio e Olio • A handful of ingredients and a simple cooking technique make a satisfying meal.

How to Break Down a Whole Chicken • Custom chicken parts can be yours with these simple steps.

Chicken with Spinach and Beans • Skip the oven and try this stovetop chicken cooking method.

Spiced Green-Tomato Chutney • This sweet and spicy condiment brings out the best in green tomatoes.

Southern-Style Collard Greens • The pressure of an Instant Pot makes silky collards and porky pot liquor in an hour.

Why We Love KC-Style Barbecue Sauce • We tasted 11 products to showcase the range of this classic sticky-sweet condiment.

The Best Soft Coolers • Soft coolers are lighter and more portable than hard coolers, but can they compete in cold-retention?

Mint Simple Syrup • A refreshing addition to summer beverages.

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