This article is part of the Basically Guide to Better Baking, a 10-week, 10-recipe series designed to help you become a cooler, smarter, more confident baker. My mom—who is, for the record, an ...

Double boilers are handy to have in the kitchen for making delicate sauces like hollandaise, preparing custards or stretchy doughs and melting chocolate for sweet treats. You need a double boiler when ...

Whether you’re melting chocolate, making delicate sauces, or concocting homemade cosmetics, knowing how to set up a DIY double boiler can be a valuable kitchen skill. This setup allows you to heat ...