David Watsky

3 days ago | cnet.com | David Watsky

Investing in the right cookware can make a big difference, no matter what you're cooking up. If you're going to buy a set of pots and pans, we recommend a smaller collection since the larger, expensive bundles have far more pieces than the average cook needs. As CNET's resident cookware expert -- and a fellow who famously doesn't like to pay for subpar kitchen gear -- I've tested everything from stainless and carbon steel to cast iron and nonstick to find the best cookware sets for every kitchen.

3 days ago | cnet.com | David Watsky

I love my grill but standing over hot flames in 90-degree heat isn't my idea of a good time. Cooking inside isn't ideal either, since the oven raises the temperature of the entire house and using your gas range with the windows closed raises serious air quality concerns. Enter the air fryer. These mighty machines cook fast and use less use less energy than ovens, making them an ideal candidate for cooking inside during a heat wave.

3 days ago | yahoo.com | David Watsky

The air fryer just may be the perfect summer cooking companion. I love my grill but standing over hot flames in 90-degree heat isn't my idea of a good time. Cooking inside isn't ideal either, since the oven raises the temperature of the entire house and using your gas range with the windows closed raises serious air quality concerns. Enter the air fryer. These mighty machines cook fast and use less use less energy than ovens, making them an ideal candidate for cooking inside during a heat wave.

3 days ago | cnet.com | David Watsky

Record-breaking heat has descended upon the Midwest and Northeast yet again. Scorching temps in spring and early summer are now the norm, not the exception, which makes keeping your home cool while cooking a daunting task. Before you reach for the takeout menu or delivery app, consider my bible for keeping the kitchen cool while cooking, even during a heat wave.

4 days ago | cnet.com | David Watsky

A good baked potato is one of those deceptively simple comfort foods -- crispy skin, fluffy interior and just begging to be smothered in toppings. But who has the patience to wait an hour for one to roast in the oven, especially when it's already 85 degrees outside and you'd rather not turn on the heat? If you're looking to skip the wait without sacrificing that steakhouse-style perfection, there's a faster way -- and all you need is an air fryer.