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The Hamilton Beach Consumer Test Kitchen comprises a team of multi-tasking, multi-talented individuals whose expertise extends well beyond recipes. They collaborate with our engineers, test new products, develop product literature and much more.

Easy as pie: How to make the perfect pie crust

Easy as pie: How to make the perfect pie crust

When it comes to a homemade pie, what's on the outside matters just as much as what’s on the inside. A perfectly golden homemade pie crust sets the stage for the whole dessert. Here are some expert tips from our Test Kitchen for each step—or...

How to peel, core and chop apples

How to peel, core and chop apples

Pumpkin spice might be the latest autumn staple, but there’s one fall-favorite that continues to stand the test of time: apples. Whether they’re coated in caramel for a Halloween party, or roasted with a pork loin for dinner, this versatile...

Apple tips: How to pick the best of the barrel

Apple tips: How to pick the best of the barrel

From a quick, healthy snack, to a pork roast side dish, to a classic apple pie–it’s not hard to put your crop of apples to good use. We’ve put together our best tips, and a breakdown of varieties and how to use them, so you can enjoy an apple...

How to clean your coffee maker

How to clean your coffee maker

A hot cup of coffee straight from your coffee maker is the best way to get your day off to a great start. Make your morning cup as delicious as possible by avoiding weak and bitter coffee—brew your coffee in a clean coffee maker. ...

Top 10 coffee tips

Top 10 coffee tips

Coffee. It’s the drink that wakes us up, gets us through long meetings and makes a piece of pie complete. Every great cup begins with some basic brewing techniques. So whether you like yours black, or with two creams, two sugars, these tips can...

Blend, mix and purée your way to better cooking

Blend, mix and purée your way to better cooking

A blender is an essential appliance for any home cook. It’s the multitasker of the kitchen—your trusted sous-chef that helps get things done and bring your recipes to life. Post-workout protein smoothies. Milkshakes for family movie night (or...

How to blend (almost) everything

How to blend (almost) everything

Using a blender seems pretty straightforward—put your ingredients in and turn it on. But blenders are capable of so much more than mixing icy drinks and blending smoothies. If you’ve ever wondered if your blender is up for something a little...

Top 10 slow cooker questions, answered

Top 10 slow cooker questions, answered

Slow cookers are a staple small kitchen appliance, and while they seem straightforward, they can stir up quite a few questions. Since a lot of the design, engineering and testing of our slow cookers is done right here at Hamilton Beach headquarters,...