Review of Kuhn Rikon Kochblume Spill Stopper

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I really love this spill stopper, but while it works very well in certain conditions, it doesn't work in others and there are problems with its usage even working perfectly.

Yesterday I boiled a pot of kluski noodles that was filled nearly to the brim, and the spill stopper prevented it from boiling over, so it really does do what it says. The problem lies in when you go to test one of your noodles, or to otherwise view the contents of your pot. First of all, if you have your pot really full, it will sometimes boil over immediately when you remove the spill stopper. This can be remedied by perfecting the amount of heat you're using on the pot. Typically, my pots only boil over once and then settle down, but whatever temperature I was using the one time this happened to me must have been too high because the water was apparently in a constant state of boiling over. So that's one problem be aware that it may sometimes happen if the heat is too high.

The next is just getting the thing off the pot to test a noodle or when you're done cooking it's holding back lots of hot steam, so you have to be very careful when you remove it or you'll burn yourself. One reviewer mentioned using tongs, which to me is too fiddly. I usually grab both little handles with my hands and quickly bring them up to the center and pull it off. That way my hands are mostly protected by the silicone. It's worked so far, but be aware that you need to come up with some safe, easy method of removing it from your pot.

Additionally, it does not work on pots that have pouring spouts. This only makes sense as the pouring spout will allow boil over beneath the spill stopper, but it's something to be aware of if you haven't considered that possibility, as I had not. I only have one pot with a spout and I hate it anyway, so I'll just avoid using it with this. If your entire set of pots has spouts, though, this won't be a good buy for you.

The final issue I have with this spill stopper is that it's hard to clean. All the starch wants to stick to the silicone and you have to scrub pretty hard to get it off. The starch also wants to get stuck in the little ridges that form the pretty textured design on the top. There is also a ridge running down the center of the bottom of the supports that keep the little removable flower from wilting into the pot. This is the part that really bugs me because I can't understand why that ridge is even there. It seems to me like they could have just designed the supports to be flat, which would make them much easier to clean. Perhaps these cleaning issues are not a problem if you use a dishwasher to clean it, but I don't have a dishwasher, so I can only tell you how annoying it is to hand wash it.

Overall, I would definitely buy this again and would recommend it to others just as long as they're aware of the issues described above. To me, none of those issues are deal breakers, and they're worth it to have a product that does work at its intended purpose very well preventing boil over.

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I tried this lid for the first time tonight on potatoes. I was able to cook them on a little higher temperature than normally used with no boil over. Everything contained on the lid. It does spit a little on the stove, but very minimal and not a problem Really happy with it and can't wait to try pasta next. Just be careful lifting the lid, use both handles and lift the whole lid. If you just peek under one side, steam burns, ouch!

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I am so happy with both the small and large one. These are the best products for my pans. I had so so many spillovers and they really do work. You just leave the center in there when boiling things etc.

I have also used it for splatter guards (frying things) in which I remove the inside flower looking thing so now I can get rid of my old splatter guard I have now with the handle.

They store right on top of the pots so they do not even take up any extra space. I know they are little pricey but worth every penny.

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I purchased these from a different retailer. My mistake, I should have looked on Amazon first. Since I'm a Prime member I could've gotten it cheaper AND shipped for free. I'll cut to the chase, the Kuhn Rikon Spill Stopper just works. Check out YouTube.com to see a video of how it works & how it is constructed.

I got ours just in time. We prepare pasta salad quite often during the summer months to bring for pot luck or as a quick meal. The worst part about it is having to clean up my cooktop from the inevitable boil over mess. It takes longer to clean-up than to prepare a batch or two of pasta salad. Who wants to clean if you don't have to? I have tried vented lids, putting the lid on with a wide gap over the pot but NOTHING prevented a mess. Who actually stands at a pot and waits for it to boil? I don't and I doubt you do either. It only takes a few seconds to go from just boiling to boiling mess. If you boil water or cook soups & stews on the stovetop, buy these. You will never have to clean-up a boil over mess again. Since it is silicone, you can fold it up and store it in the pot you use it in. I haven't done it yet, but I plan to use it in the microwave when reheating food. It stores easily folded/rolled up in any drawer even in the pot you use it on. It also has little handles you can use to hang it on a pot rack.

I have other silicone products and they vary in quality and thickness. These Spill Stoppers are well-constructed and sturdy. The center portion (looks like a flower petal shape) is thinner gauge than the rest of the product, but it has to be able to flip up to let the boiling water through & prevent the boil over.

As a previous reviewer has mentioned, be careful removing it from the pot. I use tongs to lift it off and have a plate within reach so I have somewhere to place the Spill Stopper when I remove it.

I will update after a more extended period of use to report on its longevity but so far, I'm completely satisfied. I've already ordered a set as a gift & plan to order more for upcoming birthdays and Christmas gifts.

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Item is more or less useless because it makes a mess every time you remove it to check your food items for doneness. If you remove it to look you end up with water and foam all over the stove top.

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It has thick sturdy walls. It's a little larger than it looks in the picture. The surfaces come clean easily. Comes with lid that doesn't seal over the top, but rather sits on the top (not as unevenly as a set of Cuisinart that I have). I would recommend it.

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Great pot, haven't had problems with scorching or burning but Andes get unbearably hot. Love matching inserts for pasta or steaming veggies

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I like the quality and finish of the pot , it is great for smaller families, and works great with my induction cook top .....

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Great size and shape and it works perfectly with my induction cook top. It's just right for a pot of soup for three of us.

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Good quality pot. Used it frequent. I needed something in between a 2 and 5 quart and this is it. A bit expensive but still worth it if you cook a lot. Heats up quickly and easy to clean.

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Reviews of Bialetti Trends 5-Quart Pasta Pot, Turquoise

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I've had pasta pots in the past, and while I've liked them, I LOVE this one. The top is secure and I don't need to search for pot-holders to drain it because the handles stay cool!! It holds a pound of spaghetti without breaking, and without having to add oil. And even better, it cleans effortlessly! I recommend it.

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I was apprehensive about purchasing this product because a couple of people said that the lid didn't fit...It fits fine. There is a trick to the lid and it explains why it is made this way, so that the lid doesn't come flying off when you tip it upside down. It isn't a type of lid that you just flop on top and tip over. It has a lip on each side of the lid and you must line those up with the side of the pot and almost twist the lid into locking/secure position. Anyone that says the lid doesn't fit on these reviews didn't read the instructions or they are completely clueless. As soon as I opened the package I saw those on each side and it took me 2 minutes how to figure out how the lid goes on. Easy Peasy.

The color is SO PRETTY too! Much nicer in person. I am very very happy with my purchase. I haven't used it yet. It's almost too pretty to put on the stove and use. But it is very lightweight and I'm sure it will be perfect.

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This is a quality pot. It replaces our own, very similar one, which we had for over ten years...and which we compromised by not always using the proper teflon tools. . The color is brighter than I would like...but it was the pot that I was after not the color...and its size and design and top with drain holes makes making pasta so much eaiser and safer too.

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The lid did not open and close properly. it got stuck and the last thing I wanted to be doing is struggling with a pot of boiling hot water. The 2nd one I got had the same problem so it must be an issue from the manufacturer. Unfortunately this seems to be the only brand of pasta pot on the market. So i jut bought a new pot and kept my old strainer top that fits it.

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I've had mine for several months now, and while I find it useful for doing what it's designed for, it's not a well-made item. The lid is difficult to lock on and get off, and the handle construction is shoddy. After only a few uses, the pressure necessary to unscrew the lid after boiling cut through the internal post, and the handle can't screw on tight enough to keep from spinning. I now have to put the lid on loosely or it won't come off using the handle alone. Quite a headache with a hot pot. The non-stick surface is also wearing off where the lid comes in contact with it. Not a great design.

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My original set of Bialetti pans purchased seven years ago at Costco were made in Italy, and I love them. This pan was ordered to replace one of the pans that is used frequently and is showing its age. Unfortunately, not only is the new pan made in CHINA, but the side wall and base plate thickness is thinner. My email inquiries to Bialetti remain unanswered to this day, so I have no choice but to believe that their quality appears to have degraded. Looks like another corporation has succumbed to farming out their product manufacturing, as well as zero customer service. Makes me wonder how they would back up their so called Lifetime Warranty if put to the test when they don't even bother to respond to a simple inquiry. Good news is that Amazon quickly refunded my money when I sent this cheap product back.

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I really like the style of this pan. I also like that you can use it in the oven. I have a recipe for Cajun chicken that calls for browning and then baking in the oven and this is perfect for it. You do have to be careful when you take it out of the oven though because the metal part on the handle gets too hot to handle. The metal part of the handle does not get hot when you cook on top of the stove. It is definitely non stick and very easy to clean.I always hand clean them. The ad says you can use metal utensils but the warnings on the wrapper it comes in does state otherwise and warns against using metal utensils. So, I won't use metal utensils. It has a nice hefty weight to it but not so much since I am a senior and don't like to use very heavy pans anymore. I now have all three sizes of Bialetti Arte Collection frying pans and am using them on a daily basis. The only con I can think of is that they don't come with a lid. I happen to have all three sizes of the lids (Glass) that I purchased for some other cookware that I have. I would have given a five star rating if it were not for the lack of a lid and the difference in the ad features and the warnings on the actual wrapper.

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This is a great pan. My friend bought me this set awhile back and it has been perfect. My son recently bought his first house so I went searching online to find the same set years later. I found it only from one vendor on Amazon, so I snatched it quickly! This pan didn't come with the set so I purchased it separately because I knew it would come in handy. Make sure to buy the 8inch pan as well, that is the one we use the most for eggs, grilled cheese, pancakes, etc.

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The product cleans easily, is very nono-stick, and is dishwasher safe. As for being metal utensil safe: I would not believe it nor would I ever use metal utensils on any cookware.

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This says it is a metal safe nonstick pan but what came clearly says it is not for use with metal utensils.

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Danesco Gastronome Pro cookware is made in China. They advertise that they are made of "Japanese steel" (whatever that implies...I really don't know, but HAVE had some bad experiences w some Chinese "stainless" cookware) ...but just for your information-if you want to know those types of things .... all 5 of the cookware products I have in the Gastronome Pro line were made in China. That said, they were worth what I paid for them. Your worth may vary as to the price you paid. Much better than average, this skillet cleans up very well and cooks well with the encapsulated thick base. Unlike some other gastronome pro pieces, the handle is riveted through into the skillet with 4 rivets instead of welded like some other gastronome pro cookware. It's possible this is riveted because of the nonstick but I don't know that for a fact. I personally prefer their welded handles-leaving a totally smooth surface inside...but the other pieces I have are stainless, not nonstick.

The hollow handle is long the way I like a handle and the skillet looks good and polishes up very well with some bar keeper's friend. It also hangs properly w/ the flattened end... much like a lot of restaurant-type cookware can be hung on almost any size hook. Keep in mind the handle IS long (about 10.5"-yes, just the handle) so you can choose your own preference on that aspect. I like the skillet just fine for what I paid for it. I have no idea how good the nonstick surface will perform over time and the tag on the (plain white box packed) skillet told me nothing of what kind of nonstick it is. This seems to be a well-made, sturdy skillet; not heavy, but w/ some heft.

I don't think you would be unhappy w/ the purchase of it on initial receipt. I will try and let those who may be interested how this cookware holds up over time ...at some time in the future. Hope this answers some questions for those who are like me and had never seen Danesco products before and knew (previously) nothing about them.

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These cups are excellent for raising fruit flies. The price is very low, and shipping was cheap. If you buy more than one, they combine shipping for you. The fabric that covers the holes in the top was of good quality, and the overall thickness of the plastic on the cup and lid was what I was expecting.

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i am very satisfied with these cups and lids to culture fruit flies. they are sturdy and just the right size.

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I recently bought a Swiss Diamond Saute Pan on the basis of a limited lifetime warranty and this claim in the product description:

"Swiss Diamond cookware features a revolutionary new non-stick incorporating diamond crystals ... to form a virtually indestructible non-stick cooking surface that will not crack, blister or peel. So durable its metal utensil safe."

After my experience using this pan I take issue with the terms "virtually indestructible" and "metal utensil safe" and feel that I have been deceived.

I've followed Swiss Diamond use and care instructions *to the letter* but not long after I started using the pan the surface became pockmarked. I would submit that the product is certainly neither "virtually indestructible" nor "metal utensil safe."

Interestingly their lifetime warranty does not cover "scratch marks," which is puzzling because they've just claimed it's "virtually indestructible" and "metal utensil safe." How is a "virtually indestructible" and "metal utensil safe" surface going to get scratch marks on it? Maybe they know something we don't?

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I am a serious cook, and I have tried just about every non-stick cookware available, and been disappointed--it either didn't work, or it didn't last.

The Swiss Diamond cookware is miraculous. It is so non-stick that you can almost get it dry with a shake or two-the water doesn't stay on it! I have probably used the pots and pans in my collection over 500 times, and nothing has taken more than a few swishes with a brush and a finish swipe with a plastic scrubber if I had cooked something on. And the non-stick covers the entire pan inside and out, except for the bottom that contacts the heat source.

One warning, which is made in the instructions: you must be careful to clean the pan thoroughly before using it again. Food left on the pan can cook into a permanent stain. This is true of every non-stick surface I have every used. My pans look like new after most of a year, and it hasn't taken more than a little extra care.

Unless you need to use very high heat, or just have to bang your pans around, I wouldn't buy anything else.

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I really liked this pot when new. The distribution of heat is excellent, the nonstick coating was great, and it even had the neat feature that butter spreads out (usually on nonstick pots the butter sort of beads up. In this one it makes a lovely smooth coating you can fry on).

I still like the vented glass lid, which I have kept although I threw the pot in the trash.

After six months it was noticeably less "nonstick" needed a little extra work to get it clean.

After a year it was not "nonstick" at all.

After 15 months, it has nasty brown bits of unknown material that are very hard to clean off it. I don't know if it's burned food or some part of the pot itself that is peeling off yuck.

Sorry too expensive for a pot that only lasts a year. I'm back to my 20-year-old Revereware (but, alas, I see in the reviews that the Revereware brand is now cheesy Asian import junk instead of real quality American product. Sorry, I don't know what to recommend anymore, except maybe trying to find some old Revereware at Goodwill)

Update (2009) consider the ScanPan. It's working well for me.

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The saucepan is the perfect, rugged, non-stick addition to our better quality kitchen items. It is wide enough to get the most efficiency out of the small smooth top range element. The selective vent cover-knob deters boil-over. We keep it on the range because it is frequently used and is attractive.[[ASIN:B0006GAIDM Swiss Diamond Cast-Aluminum Nonstick 1-2/5-Quart Saucepan with Lid))

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I destroy cooking pots. I'm especially lethal to the light-weight teflon lined variety you'll find at the supermarket. My secret is simple: I like to cook on high heat and I get easily distracted. That guarantees that I'll forget what's on the stove and produce a scorched (and warped) utensil. If a lightweight teflon pot lasts me two years, it's extraordinarily lucky.

I now own four (different) Swiss Diamond pots. And even my brutal habits leave them unimpressed. Despite regular disasters, they seem to shrug off what would vanquish a lesser pot. (Admittedly, I do avoid metal spoons and spatulas and clean them with non-abrasive means.) They have excellent non-stick characteristics, superb heat-spreading, and -love it -are approved for very hot oven use. Adding up to ESSENTIAL cooking tools!

And when you factor the price of regularly replacing "cheaper" pots, their cost becomes more than bearable.

HIGHLY recommended!

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IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR A GREAT PAN THIS IS IT, HEAVY NOT CHEAP AT ALL AND THE PRICE IS RIGHT. COOKS WELL AND EVEN, AND I JUST LOVE THE COLOR. GO FOR IT.........

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It is black inside, which is different from that of the other pans. However it's easy to use and clean! I am using it everyday with satisfaction!

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I wanted a new canning pot to replace the steal enamel pot my grandma bought in the 1960's. The old pot was a little bigger which was to big and didn't have an insert so removing jars were always a little scary. Also I got the new induction stove and love how it works on my stove.

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Great quality pot. I love it! Good looking, heavy, definitely recommend it. Although I purchased the wrong size, I am not returning it as It it too good of a piece! It will be perfect to cook corn on the cob.

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I like the Cinsa enamal on steel stock pot. It is just the richt size for the amount that Ihave to cookfor my family. It is easy to clean, and looks nice.

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Very happy with the quality and design. I have used this saute paddle for a number of cooking methods. I always wash/dry by hand immediately after use. This is heavier than other wooden utensils I own but that has proven to good.

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I like the design of this wooden sautee spoon. I have used many times and the spoon still looks like new. Other sautee spoons I had in the past have cracked, but not this one so far.

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Have always used OXO when I could...Bought this because of having good wood utensils in past and was ready to use them again in my non-stick pans

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I was very excited to try out this saute paddle, as I love how ergonomic OXO products are. The handle is very, very rough and chafes my hand. The rough texture of the handle gives me the feeling of nails on a chalkboard and I cannot stand to use it. It's in the bottom of drawer and will stay there.

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I received these as a gift chosen from my Amazon Wish List. I was happy with them for a few days until an odd hard lump formed in the 1 cup beaker after using it in the microwave. Hoping that was a fluke, I continued using the others. Then the 2 cup beaker melted into a deformed mess in the microwave. Quite disappointed, I returned them. I want to try another set, but what are the odds that 2 out of 3 were simply defective? For now, I will continue using my old favorites the nesting Pyrex measuring cups.

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I like these measuring cups for the most part. I do question their accuracy as I have checked them against both my Pyrex measuring glass and a tupperware measuring cup I have had forever and the Chef'n are a little off. I did have to return the first set because a section of the two cup measure seperated in the microwave while I was heating water. I heated 12 oz of water for two minutes, which is not very long or very warm at all so I can only assume the cup was defective. I haven't had any issues with the second set but I generally keep them out of the microwave now. My only wish it that they came in more colors.

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Really like these, the poor spouts work great, i run them through the dish washer, no problem. Heavy for their size, but easy to group, so no problem.

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Bought these cups because I needed shakers for fresh made lemonade. I sell fresh squeezed lemonade at fairs, festivals and farmers markets. I use 20 or 24 ounce cups, so the standard martini shakers aren't big enough. And I thought the fact these had measurements on them would help us be consistent with the lemonade strength. I also bought the matching lids (Chef'n SleekStor Pinch + Pour Measuring Beaker Lids, Set of 3. The little cup is cute, but too small. The four cup size is just perfect for us. I make the lemonade in the 20/24 ounce cup, adding the lemon juice, sweetener, water and ice. Pour it into the 4 cup, put the lid on, shake it up, pour it back in the cup and give it to them with straw. They are happy, and so am I. I love happy customers.

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It is nice to have the 3 sizes, but I find myself still using my old glass measuring cups.

Pros: Stackable, so they are easy to store. Squishy, so they are easy to pour from.

Cons: Harder to read than glass cups. Says do not microwave empty. Not sure why you would, but this made me a bit nervous.

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The box arrived in beat up condition, but it was double boxed and the steamer was not damaged at all. It worked perfectly for a clam & lobster back yard party for 15 people.

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What a nice big steamer--steamed the clams excellent and holds the juice below so if you'd like to make chowder, you have natural ingredients. I would highly recommend this product.

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This item is hard to find. It is not readily available in stores. This was a great price

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Very good steamer. Came with a dent on the bottom. No big deal. Does hold 200 Medium neck clams. With room to go.

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I took a chance ordering eventhough some of the reviews were not the best. I absolutely love the Lobster/Clam Steamer Pot. It is very functional and looks pretty on display when not in use. Nice big size, good quality and the spout is great for the broth. I have to admit that I was lucky that mine came undamaged because I have to agree that the packaging is not sufficient to protect the pot from damage in shipping if the package gets "man-handled" at all. It appears to be shipped in its original box with no additional packing material just a fragile warning label. None-the-less, mine is perfect and I am glad I took the chance and ordered it. Hopefully the seller will listen to the feedback and start using a sturdy shipping box. Also comes with recipes which I am looking forward to trying.