For over twenty years, the Energy Star program has incentivized appliance manufacturers to invest in energy-efficient home appliances. The nearly ubiquitous Energy Star label is a visible promise to consumers that a particular appliance—from dishwashers to refrigerators—meets strict energy guidelines.
There is a surprising array of dishwashers available on the market, each with its pros and cons. Different types of dishwashers boast different features, control panels, and flexible ways of organizing the internal rack system to suit your cleaning needs. Of course, you’ll also need to balance the right features with the right size dishwasher for your kitchen as well.
When it’s time to replace your oven, most homeowners default to replacing it with a model that runs on the same fuel source: electricity or gas. Less than half of US homes can use gas; the rest use electricity. Even when homeowners can use a gas stove, don’t overlook the benefits of electric models.
Turkey takes center stage on Thanksgiving and Christmas, but ham takes center stage every Easter. While ham on Easter may seem like a family tradition that stretches back generations, it’s a relatively new culinary trend.
Cleaning your oven is the least glamorous part of kitchen clean-up, but we all have to do it. A clean oven reduces fire risk and foul odors, improves the flavor of your dishes, and extends the lifespan of your oven. We have a few tips for cleaning your oven to make the job a little easier and a little safer.
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2017
