I've been a restaurant critic for 15 years. I love making these 10 things in an air fryer when I eat at home.

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round sliced cheese pizza on cutting board
An air fryer is great for heating up leftover pizza.

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I made hot dogs on the grill and in my air fryer, and one appliance took less than half the time

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cooked hot dog on a seasoned bun
The perfect hot dog has a crisp, juicy exterior.

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I cooked meatballs in 4 different appliances, and I won't use my air fryer again

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I used the same frozen meatballs in all four appliances.

Steven John

I'm a private chef who loves my air fryer. Here are 8 of my favorite things to make in it.

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plate of crispy scallion pancakes with sauce on the side and a kitchen towel on a cutting board with green onions in the background
Scallion pancakes are great in the air fryer.

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I cooked bacon with 4 different appliances, and I'll never make it on a stovetop again

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eggs bacon and a bagel on a plate
Only one appliance made perfect strips of bacon.

Steven John

The 17 best Cyber Monday air fryer deals to shop before sales end tonight

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The best Black Friday air fryer deals you can still shop

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Best Black Friday air fryer deals of 2023: Up to 40% off our top picks from Ninja, Instant Pot, Gourmia

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