Kitchen scales are a must even for casual cooks. A kitchen scale is considered a necessity by professional bakers and many home bakers, but you don't have to be making elaborate creations to justify ...

Consider the Parmesan problem: Imagine that you’re making lasagna with a recipe that calls for topping it with “a cup of grated cheese.” This was a straightforward instruction when the box grater was ...

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The Standard's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. A set of scales are without a doubt a kitchen staple. Whether ...

The best kitchen scale comes close to making measuring cups obsolete. It’s the kind of gadget that streamlines recipes and eliminates guesswork, so you know you’re not overpouring one ingredient or ...