Make Smoky Barbecued Ribs—No Grill Needed

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[START FREE TRIAL]( or [LOG IN]( [America's Test Kitchen: Notes from the Test Kitchen]( [America's Test Kitchen: Notes from the Test Kitchen]( [FIND RECIPES ›]( February 3, 2023 [A collection of recipes from this newsletter]( [A collection of recipes from this newsletter]( What’s New at ATK [Indoor Barbecued Ribs]( Make Smoky Barbecued Ribs—No Grill Needed Yes, you can get smoky, succulent “barbecued” ribs from the convenience of your kitchen (no puffer coat necessary).[Make indoor barbecued ribs. →]( 10 Confidence-Building Recipes for New Bakers Novices can pull off these staff-recommended favorites, and more-experienced cooks will also love their impressive results.[Build your baking confidence. →]( Read the Recap of Episode 8 of America’s Test Kitchen: The Next Generation Before [diving into the newest episode]( catch up on last week’s challenge.[Read the recap of episode 8. →]( A Note From Our Test Cooks [Crème Brûlée for Two; Sam Block's Headshot]( Date Night From Sam Block, Digital Test Cook A romantic evening for two in your own kitchen makes for an ideal date night. It’s less expensive than a fancy night out. There’s no waitlist. And you can wear sweatpants. Talk about a win-win-win. Like any date night, the point is to enjoy yourselves. We’ve all succumbed to date night jitters, but there’s no need to stress over the menu. It can be as simplistic or as extravagant as you want. You make the rules. I suggest starting with a romantic playlist and a cocktail. Pop some bubbly and make yourselves a [Champagne Cocktail](. Stir up a [Manhattan]( (be sure to use the really good [cherries](. A [Celery Gimlet]( pairs herbal gin and zippy lime with the delicate flavors of celery. Plus, it makes for good conversation: You’re doing what with celery? If the bartender in you feels a little shy, make your cocktail ahead of time. Shake, pour, and store it in a Mason jar in your fridge until you’re ready to sip. When it comes to the menu, we’ve got you covered. I suggest our [Eggplant Parmesan]( or [Chicken Cacciatore](. Or maybe go for [Spicy Sichuan Noodles]( or our delicious [Shaking Beef](. If you really want to knock someone’s socks off, opt for [Indian Butter Chicken](. It’s a roller coaster of exciting flavors. Plus, the sauce can be made up to four days ahead. Say goodbye to kitchen stress. Nothing says classic date night like a steakhouse dinner. [Filets Mignons and Asparagus with Blue Cheese and Shallot]( paired with a [perfect baked potato]( Yum. I’m telling you, it tastes even better at home. Don’t forget about dessert! Finish your meal with [Chocolate Mug Cakes]( [Crème Brûlée]( or even a [Cherry Almond Crisp](. Go ahead and eat the crisp straight from the skillet. The restaurant police aren’t on duty. And if all else fails, have a takeout menu at the ready. It’ll at least make for a good story. The recipes in this newsletter are free for two days Want access to every recipe, review, and video? [Start your 2-week free trial](. Cheers! 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