Kitchen & Groceries

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    The Best Water Filters

    While the water supply in much of the United States is considered very safe (with notable exceptions making headlines), even “safe” levels of contaminants might be more than you and your family would prefer to be ingesting. That includes not…

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    12 Best Chain Restaurants for Family-Friendly Dining

    Family restaurants across the country have had a tough go of it lately. Theories abound as to why casual dining chains are in a slump compared with the rest of the industry, but the fact is that many customers would…

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    The Best Coffee Makers

    There is a vast array of coffee makers out there, from pour-over cones to French presses to espresso machines. In this report, we cover drip coffee makers — both with and without a removable carafe — and single-serve coffee makers…

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    Best Cheap Kitchen Knives

    Professional chefs who need professional-grade kitchen knives rely on internationally acclaimed knives that cost hundreds or even thousands of dollars. But if you’re a regular home cook shopping for the best knives to use in your kitchen, there’s no reason…

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    The Best Toasters

    These days, many people call on a  toaster oven to deliver crispy toast, bagels, English muffins, and toaster pastries, but it’s no match for a dedicated kitchen appliance. Even a cheap, compact plastic toaster can perfectly brown the foundation of…

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    Best Cheap Bread Makers

    Home-baked bread is more than just delicious; it’s also frugal and healthy. The price of a high-quality store-bought loaf easily tops $4, but you can take the DIY approach for about $1 and avoid ingesting the refined flours, sugars, and…

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    Best Cheap Coffee Grinders

    If you enjoy a good cup of coffee, making an investment in a coffee grinder is a small price to pay for fresh coffee at its best, brewed at home…

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    Cheap Dishwashers

    Frugal consumers have clear expectations for dishwashers: This essential kitchen appliance should leave dishes clean and shiny without making much noise, running up the utility bill, or straining the household…

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    Best Cheap Ranges

    Samsung NX58K3310S Review Pros: Large oven preheats quickly and cooks evenly; good heat levels on cooktop. Range feels solid and well-built, with a sleek design. Five burners, including a high-intensity…

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    Best Cheap Hand Mixers

    For the frugal baker, a key ingredient in a delicious dessert or savory side is a good, cheap mixer. Stand mixers, which are stationary and come with a dedicated bowl,…

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    Best Cheap Refrigerators

    Budget refrigerators may not be the feature-filled, stainless steel dazzlers that have become so popular in recent years, but they get the job done. For buyers who can look past…

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    Best Cheap Toaster Ovens

    A toaster oven is an energy-efficient, space-saving, multitasking alternative to a traditional toaster and a traditional oven. With a dizzying array of choices, sizes, and capabilities — from simple toasting,…

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    Best Budget Rice Cookers

    Even those fortunate few who never have a problem making rice on a stovetop can benefit from a good electric rice cooker: The rice that results is consistently cooked every…

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    Best Cheap Rice Cookers

    Rice is the most widely eaten food in the world but can be tricky to prepare. While some people swear the stovetop method is easy and a special machine is…

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    Best Cheap Slow Cookers

    The idea of slow cooking food has been around almost as long as humanity’s ability to make fire. Although taste for this technique diminished as technology and the domestic arts…

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    Best Cheap Ice Cream Makers

    Ice cream is a simple treat: cream, sugar, and some flavoring. And in an era when consumers increasingly are concerned about what goes into their food, this universally loved dessert…

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    Best Cheap Tortilla Chips

    Unlike some other foods, tortilla chips seem to deliver rich rewards to frugal consumers. The current zeitgeist considers high-end, restaurant-style tortilla chips to be the best. But both our own…

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    Best Cheap Salsa

    Salsa and chips — the dynamic duo of snack foods. Whether you’re watching sports, enjoying family movie night, or stocking up to binge a new season of a favorite show,…