Testers' Choice is our way of pointing up recipes that have been cooked, poked, and prodded to perfection by our crackerjack team of nearly 100 testers. These dishes deliver above and beyond expectation. Eat with confidence.
Roasted Cherry Tomatoes
Jul 24, 2011 by Heidi Swanson
“Little explosions of flavor” is how the author describes these luscious little orbs of yellow, orange, or red goodness. We don’t disagree. Neither will you.
Rhubarb and Tequila Cocktail
Jul 23, 2011 by Melissa Hamilton
Stunning and sophisticated, this cocktail relies on rhubarb for tartness, orange for intrigue, sugar for sweetness, and tequila for an afternoon nap.
- Quick Glance
- 10 M
- 1 H, 30 M
- 8
Frozen Chocolate-Covered Bananas
Jul 21, 2011 by Matt Armendariz
We’re not sure what The King would say about this frozen riff on his fave sandwich. But with all due respect—as well as banana, chocolate, peanuts, and bacon—does it really matter?
Chicken Yakitori with Honey Sauce
Jul 19, 2011 by William Cooper
Japanese grilling at its sweetest–and simplest, with just a quick turn over the coals and a happy little sauce of soy, sake, honey, and ginger for dipping and drizzling.
Peaches and Cream Ice Cream
Jul 18, 2011 by Antony Worrall Thompson
We’ve a confession. This melding of peaches and cream isn’t quite ice cream. Nor is it frozen yogurt. It falls somewhere perfectly in between.
- Quick Glance
- 20 M
- 40 M
- 7
Boardwalk Fries
Jul 18, 2011 by Zac Williams
The defining aroma of an Atlantic boardwalk comprises three things: salty sea air, peanut oil, and Old Bay. You’ll find two out of three in these fries. Not bad.
Spicy Mango Ice Pops
Jul 17, 2011 by Fany Gerson
Yup. Ice pops. But forget about pleasing the kids. These lovelies have refined flavors—spicy mango with a lick of lime–sure to woo the sophisticate in you.
Cherry Spritzer
Jul 13, 2011 by Reyna Sinmegar
This simple elixir, er, spritzer draws on sweet cherries, tart lime, and sugar syrup. Splash into sparkling wine or seltzer as needed throughout the dog days of summer.
Michael Schlow Burger with Crispy Onions
Jul 13, 2011 by Lee Brian Schrager
Grab your appetite, your beer, and napkins galore, ‘cuz this burger melds Cheddar, crisped onions, and a horseradish-spiked sauce to messy, if great, effect.
- Quick Glance
- 20 M
- 35 M
- 5
Strawberry Ice Pops | Paletas de Fresa
Jul 11, 2011 by Fany Gerson
These popsicles are just as satisfying as you’d expect from that strawberry-smudged face and its expression of unabashed happiness.
- Quick Glance
- 10 M
- 45 M
- 26
Grilled Greek Chicken
Jul 10, 2011 by Fred Thompson
Fresh herbs, a squeeze of lemon, and a foolproof grilling technique lend this unforgettable chicken its effusive Greek accent.
- Quick Glance
- 15 M
- 55 M
- 21
Bitter Chocolate and Buttermilk Ice Cream
Jul 07, 2011 by Micah Carr-Hill
You haven’t had chocolate ice cream until you’ve had chocolate ice cream infused with two different percentages of dark chocolate.
- Quick Glance
- 30 M
- 30 M
- 18
Vietnamese Beef and Rice Noodle Salad
Jul 05, 2011 by Pauline Nguyen
A jumble of tastes and textures and temperatures, this towering number will jolt you to your senses in a manner that only classic Vietnamese cuisine can muster.
Green Gazpacho
Jul 04, 2011 by Yotam Ottolenghi
Though this cool, creamy, don’t-turn-on-the-stove soup is hardly penance, it certainly makes amends for all those burgers and brats. Summer detox, anyone?
Peach and Crème Fraîche Pie
Jun 30, 2011 by Martha Stewart
A haute yet humble peach pie that draws inspiration from the classic. Whether you seek convention or innovation, you’ll find it here.
Appalachian Cider Baked Beans
Jun 27, 2011 by Joan E Aller
A good old mountain recipe in which plain pinto beans are doctored up with apple cider, onion, salt pork, molasses, and mustard. Amen.
- Quick Glance
- 15 M
- 6 H, 15 M
- 19
Momofuku’s Fried Chicken
Jun 26, 2011 by David Chang
Wow! Everything about this flour-free fried bird is contrary to everything you know about fried chicken. Or think you know. And that’s exactly what makes it so darn genius.
Sydney Meers’ Fried Chicken
Jun 26, 2011 by Sydney Meers
This recipe from the owner of the quaint and quirky Stove restaurant makes us want to say grace after the meal as well as before.
Cajun Fried Chicken
Jun 26, 2011 by Donald Link
Being bathed in buttermilk and lightly spiced with pepper and hot sauce makes this bird memorably moist within, superlatively crisp without.
- Quick Glance
- 35 M
- 35 M
- 6
Crispy Fried Chicken
Jun 26, 2011 by Padma Lakshmi
Snap, crackle, pop goes this fried chicken, which relies on more than just flour and cayenne for its coating’s beguiling taste and texture.



















































