Eric Haessler

Spring produce is here, and it’s time to revisit the reel about cleaning pesticides using baking soda in place of harsh chemicals. Easy to do with what you already have in your kitchen. Stay healthy friends, and happy spring! #pesticidefree #kitchenhacks #atkgrams @cooksillustrated

Here’s how to make restaurant-quality pancakes at home! Once you realize your oil (or butter) is a different temperature than your pan, the rest is easy! Video shot and edited by the Cooks Illustrated video team. #pancakes #syrup #brunch #easy

Poaching eggs is easier than you think. All you need is a little egg knowledge and a colander! Here is a repeat reel from a year or so ago for my new followers. Time to make a big weekend brunch! Reel edited by @spiffsphotos #eggs #poachedeggs #breakfast #brunch #kitchenhacks #atkgrams @cooksillustrated

The holiday season is here, and if you only make one type of cookie this year, make these Chocolate Crinkle Cookies! #yum #dessert #cookies #baking #chocolate #holidays #atkgrams @cooksillustrated

Last minute cranberry relish. It couldn’t be any simpler. Not cooking the cranberries results in brighter, more vibrant flavor and soft but crisp texture. This one’s a keeper! Happy Thanksgiving, friends! #turkey #thanksgiving #cranberries #cranberry #sauce #thanksgivingdinner #atkgrams @cooksillustrated

As the assigned gravy-maker for my family, I offer you this easy way to make a big difference to your gravy, just by adjusting what you already do. Also, let me take a moment to sing the praises of gravy made with home made chicken or turkey stock. Browned roux and homemade stock will make you into the assigned gravy maker for your own family! Video shot and edited by the @cooksillustrated social media team. #thanksgiving #turkey #gravy #roux #food #homemade #letseat #atkgrams

It takes longer for the turkey’s thighs to reach their doneness than it takes the turkey’s breast. To avoid overcooking the breast while waiting for the thighs, protect it with a foil shield. This is the second in a barrage of Thanksgiving reels I’m posting leading up to the day! All created by the social media team at @cooksillustrated. Happy Thanksgiving, friends! #thanksgiving #turkey #gravy #stuffing #bronzeskin #perfectlycooked kitchenhacks #atkgrams

Here is the first of a flurry of Thanksgiving reels I’ll post over the next few days. This one is a technique for sealing your pie crust when it cracks in the oven. Follow along for more! Happy Thanksgiving, friends! #thanksgiving #pie #baking #kitchenhacks #atkgrams @cooksillustrated

Understanding the grain direction of proteins allows you to maximize their tenderness. Here we look at the most popular cut of meat in the US, the chicken breast. Reel shot and edited by the Cooks Illustrated social media team. #chicken #slicedchickenbreast #kitchenhacks #foodknowledge #tenderness #atkgrams @cooksillustrated

Just a little silliness with the window light in the kitchen today. #BreakfastwithBogart #atkgrams

The warm weather this week gave me a flush of flowers on my dahlias. The last of the summer, as it’s supposed to freeze tonight. Brrr. I’m not ready for another winter! ❄️❄️❄️ #flowers #dahlias #boquet #winteriscoming #enjoyitwhileitlasts

Sorting out all the different cuts of pork can be a daunting task. What’s best used for what! Here’s a short video explaining the difference between two of the most popular (and similar) cuts of pork. Video created by the social media team at Cooks Illustrated. #pork #porkshoulder #porkbutt #roast #stew #braise #whatsthedifference