Discount Wusthof Silverpoint II 4-Piece Steak Knife Set

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I did a lot of research on the popular, better knife brands before buying. I was torn between the two most well known: Wusthof and Henkels. I saw a lot of reviews regarding Henkels about them not lasting long or living up to expectations. According to Wusthof's website, all their knives have the same blades in them, in all their knife lines. Perhaps I misunderstood their descriptions, but this is the meaning I took away from their own website. That being said, the only difference between their cheaper and most expensive (Classic) lines is the handle. I purchased a set of the Classic line for cutting and chopping. They are definitely superior to these steak knives. However, since I am using the steak knives only for dining and not every day, these are more than adequate.

The blades are very sharp and cut easily through all meats. The only thing I can really say isn't perfect, are the handles. They could be better quality. I personally felt, for the amount of use I get from the knives, the handle quality vs. price is worth it. You can spend $100 on a set of Classic line steak knives that you use twice a week, but I think most people would be highly satisfied with this set.

As others have mentioned, nicer blades like these should be treated a little bit differently. Do not put these into dishwashers. They will bang around and become dull, quickly. The heat will also damage the handles. Hand wash and towel dry immediately after use. The steel will rust quickly, otherwise. These are great knives, and they need exceptional care to last.

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I have slowly been filling a knife block with Grand Prix II knives for my girlfriend, and it came time to get steak knives. We wanted a good quality knife, but when my girlfriend saw the price of the Grand Prix II steak knives, she said they were just too pricey. I came across these silverpoint knives and decided for the price, I'd give them a shot. If they're not that great, I didn't have a lot of money invested in them, so I ordered them.

We're not disappointed. They are extremely sharp and cut through steak like butter. The handles match the Grand Prix II handles, so they keep the look in the knife block. The only difference I've noticed so far is that they stain if you don't wash them right away, which hasn't been an issue with the Grand Prix II knives she has. I would recommend these knives for anyone who doesn't want to cough up the dough for the Grand Prix steak knives. Just make sure you wash them immediately after dinner.

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My wife has been using these knives for a couple of months now and she loves them! Not only are they light weight, but they are very sharp. She told me that we've been married 60 years and you finely bought me a set of knives that I can cut with.

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I have wusthof knives that are more expensive. They have the more expensive handles. I purchased the Wusthof Silverpoint II knife set and steak knives for my daughter and one for my son. They work great. They both appreciate having a nice steak knife set. The old ones were dull and worthless. Great knives! Stay sharp a long time. Get the steak sharpner and they will be just like new after using this sharpner. Be careful not to cut yourself, using new sharp knives are a hazard after having dull knives. They cut right through food, veggies and you want to be careful to keep your fingers out of the way!

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I love these knives and use them every day. They're worth every cent. I've recommended them to everyone I know.

IMUSA GAU-80300 Electric Arepa Maker Nonstick Surface, White Review

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While this product is well made, I did not feel the pre-set cooking time was sufficient to produce a properly cooked arepa. I had to cook the arepas for a second cycle which produced a tough exterior on the finished product.

Additionally, I feel that this arepa maker makes the arepas too thick and the wells for the dough should be shallower. Overall, I prefer the results I get when I make the arepas by hand where I can control the thickness of them.

I returned the Arepa Maker easily with Amazon's excellent return process. I wish I had been happier with this purchase.

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The arepas are toasty on the outside and soft on the inside, as they should be. However, when the lid is opened, the arepas squirt out some uncooked, hot Harina Pan. The lid has a bit of the "spring" to it when it is opened.

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I really like the Arepa maker. It give a great shape to the arepas, they are thinner than other that I tried before. I'm really glad to have this Arepa maker at home!

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I wanted this to be the one, the one that made perfectly grilled arepas.

But alas, it cooks them only partially, leaving a doughy center with just barely crisped shell.

Even when I bake it for double the time.

I wish I had returned it when I had the chance

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As another poster, I bought this to replace my older Oster "toasty arepa" maker. It wasn't broken, per se, but I was always a little worried about fires when I plugged it in. ;) This Imusa one is great! It makes the arepas much thinner than that Oster one which we like. Less "doughy." The light on the front that tells you when they're done is really convenient, too. I recommend it!

Best Wolfgangpuck 8 Piece Cast Iron Cocotte Set, Blue Porclain Enamel Deals

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I used them for Christmas dinner with individual sweet potatoes, some of my guests like theirs with more butter, sweeter, etc so it worked perfect. I am having another dinner party for 6 his time so I am ordering another set.

Great to reheat things in the oven when you have it on for something else.

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Great price and beautifully crafted. They are cast iron which won't break like porcelain. I would definitely recommend if you like individual sides.

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I purchased this cast iron set to use on an induction cook top,but it did not work. I can use it for a candy dish.

Cheap Cuisinart Chef's Classic Sauce Pans

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This is a good-sized pan. It comes with a nice lid that seals if desired (using steam to form the seal).

It heats evenly, and stays very warm even after sitting away from the burner for a while.

The quality of the stainless steel is great and the pot is easy to clean in that it is stainless steel.

But, it does have its flaws. The negatives have to do with the rivets, especially on the lid, which are large to the point of absurdity, especially for a pan of this size. I was raised with riveted pots and pans, and the rivets were never an intrusion back then.

The lid's rivets make it more difficult to clean. The way they're attached on the outside is sloppy, and unnecessarily bulky. They stick up, and catch on sponges and cloths. This irritates me no end.

This is not a cruel and unusual complaint, but a statement of fact. I am surprised that a company like Cuisinart would be so careless in design. I own another item from a different line of theirs, the Everyday line, and it's the best pot I've ever owned, and that includes my Le Creuset ware.

If it were the only pot available in this size and quality of material, I would buy it again...just because it's hard to find a one and a half-quart saucepan with a lid, for some unknown reason. There are myriad one-quart pans available all over the place.

The price is fabulous! Really fabulous!

Postscript to this comment: I use this saucepan nearly daily. I actually have come to like it very much. If I could rate it again, it would get a four. If it weren't for the annoying rivets, it would be a five star item. The overall quality is unquestionably excellent.

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Cuisinart Classic Stainless is the next best thing to All-Clad that you can get according to Cook's Illustrated (makers of the PBS show America's Test Kitchen). They're very beautiful, shiny, heavy, and best of all---they perform wonderfully. They hold a simmer very well, and my food doesn't burn.

Most of the Cuisinart Classic Stainless pots and pans go for WELL OVER $100 EACH at stores like Bed, Bath, and Beyond as well as Linens 'n Things. Buy these at Amazon! I was delighted to see most prices from Amazon were between $20-40 instead of $120-150 at the other stores. Then consider no tax, no shipping costs.... what a bargain!

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I have just about every piece in this line and I love it..the pans all cook evenly and with less heat than any other cookware I've used. Keeping it shiny and beautiful is easy..just follow the instructions that come with it. A little bit of white vinegar after washing keeps it sparkling. I don't have a dishwasher and it's easy to clean. The ONLY drawback is that you have to use a towel of pot holder to lift the lid when they're on the stovetop because they get hot. I've recommended it to friends and they love it, too. You can go from stove to oventop. It's very versatile. Buy it! You can't beat this price.

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I'm really glad to have replaced my non-stick with the Cuisinart pans. I have been increasingly concerned about the safety of non-stick. I was really scared that they would stick and I would have to scrub them, but they've been really good so far. I'm not crazy about the hazy look that the bottoms get inside, but I know it's because I cook on med-high heat and I need to get some Barkeeper's friend. Overall, really pleased with this purchase, and I'm still adding to my set.

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Like the Chef's Classic set I'd bought from Cuisinart through amazon.com, this is a BEAUTIFULLY made piece of cookware with a snug-fitting lid. The bottom is thicker than the walls. It's so beautiful out of the box you hate to use it! But when you get around to breaking it in, you'll find that the heat transfer is fast and EVEN. The snug-fitting lid is a genuine delight, after a lifetime of using crappy cookware I realize what I've been missing. If you love to cook, this saucepan will put a BIG smile on your face! Some of the best money I've ever spent.

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My mom absolutely loves this cup. It has her favorite team logo and it doesn't sweat. She no longer has to use a towel to hold a cup when she drinking her favorite cold drink.

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Discount Brabantia Roll Top Matte Steel Bread Bin

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I have a small galley kitchen and didn't think I had enough room for a bread box. But the Brabantia Compact Bread Box came in a great small size that allows for two loaves of bread or several rolls, muffins, wraps, etc. You can also put some items on top. I am very happy with its size, functionality and looks. It's pricey but there's no other one available in a petite size. Believe me. I have checked!

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The "stainless" steel it aint...

I saw the bigger, made in Belgium, version of the Brabantia bread box at local store, and it felt like a well-made product.

The stainless-steel material was strong and did not retain any fingerprints.

This Chinese-made, smaller version of the "the real thing", is another story. While it gets the job done in keeping the bread fresher than it would be if left on a kitchen counter, it better not be touched or your fingerprints will be proudly imprinted on its surface. It looks terrible, and I don't feel like cleaning it every day. I am returning this one and getting something else. Hopefully, you won't make the same mistake I made.

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I find it puzzling that some other reviewers feel this box is too small... Based on those reviews, I worried until it was delivered only to learn that it is the perfect size for our household which includes a kindergartner who eats 3-4 slices of bread per day so I keep 2 loaves in this box at all times. Admittedly, I do need to place one of the loaves on its side to fit both. However, it is worth including that the loaf I place on its side is from the local bakery, and quite wide. I imagine that two commercially prepared loaves would fit in the box with ample room (considering I'm storing one of these along with the aforementioned wide bakery loaf and experience no trouble closing the box.) It is a beautiful bread box that provided an instant upgrade to the look of our counter. I am now able to place my Mac Book on top of the box while cooking (so that I may glance at a recipe online. Prior, I was placing it somewhere on the counter where it took up additional space.) Of course, a computer need not sit atop the box as in our house; my point is: this box has a little shelf that could be quite useful for many purposes... Little fingerprints (and large ones) wipe off easily with a damp cloth sprayed with a small amount of vinegar. Most probably, glass cleaner would work just as well... Overall, I can't state enough positive things about this 'compact' box that is seemingly compact, yet stores 2 loaves easily.

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My objective in looking for a breadbox was primarily to keep our counter top tidy, without having to resort to keeping bread in the cupboards, which are already filled with other pantry items. This bread box meets my needs perfectly. Most bread boxes are a lot larger than this one, and I thought that they would be somewhat of an eyesore. This one is shallow enough to run fairly flush with our cookbooks, which we keep next to it -and it fits within the overhang of the cabinets. Also, the design (matte stainless steel, with just a small row of black for a handle) is low-key and blends in so you don't really see it. Definitely reduces clutter rather than adding to it!

You can't keep a full size baguette in it (unless you cut it in half), but it is roomy enough to fit at least one loaf of fresh bread from the farmers market, plus a few additional items. In addition, although it is a roll-top, there is a small flat surface at the top where I have put a few pastries that might get crushed if I put them in the breadbox with everything else. Although they are 'visible', I think that having them on top of the breadbox still makes for a more tidy appearance.

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When the space for your large bread box suddenly becomes unavailable and you must adapt, then this small bread box is the answer. It is small but it will hold a box of Club Crackers and a small loaf of bread or two small loaves of different kinds of bread.

It seems well constructed, the roll back cover works smoothly and, other than its diminutive size, is a great product.

Universal Replacement Cookware Pot Glass Lid Cover Knob 2pcs Reviews

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Dear people, Just buy one metal cabinet knob from Home Depot, you can even choose one designer's knob to your liking. That is what my husband did on my universal lid. Solved my problem.

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This product was easy to install and I was so happy, but the screw rusted and was dripping rust in my food.

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I used this knob once and it rusted. I was concerned because I did not want the rust dropping into my food. I hope its not made of lead. I won't be using this knob and I am taking if off of my crockpot

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These are very light weight, cheaply made replacements, but in the end, functional. A pair was less than $5 with shipping. The material looks stainless, but the nut in the knob or the weld spot rusted after a day in the water. Bolt head is little small so I provided own stainless washer.

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I broke my glass lid knob from a large skillet cover. These new knobs fit fine, I just wish they were a bit heavier; don't know how long they will last.

Reviews of World Cuisine Rectangular Paper Loaf Pan Molds, Set of 18

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Very good, will continue to use it. Would like to see a wider selection of this product, specific larger sizes.

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The item description says Set of 18, but they only sent me 16 pans. There was no option to contact them to ask them to send the rest of the order. I could have returned the whole order, but I needed them and unfortunately I didn't leave enough time to order from another place. It's a great product, but I would recommend getting them from King Arthur Flour company or another vendor, or you might get ripped off, too.

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I like these loaf pans because they are larger than a mini loaf, but smaller than a full size loaf (a nice medium size, perfect for gifts). They also held up well, even with my thicker batters.

Anolon Advanced Hard Anodized Nonstick 9-Piece Cookware Review

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Customer review from the Amazon Vine Program This is our second Anolon set and we are very pleased with the quality of the product. The first set his running strong since last 6 years. The non-stick quality of Anolon is nowhere less than the other top brand names which are a lot more expensive. The coating is consistent all across and it provides a uniform heat to the food inside.

The weight of each of them is appropriate for their size and doesn't feel too heavy in everyday use.

Overall, it is a great value for money if you are looking for a long-lasting product and don't want to spend on it again and again as with the cheaper store brands.

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Customer review from the Amazon Vine Program I'm really pleased overall with the quality of this set. It's thick and has a weighty feel to it, unlike cheaper sets I've used (such as Rachael Ray 87593 Hard Anodized II Nonstick Dishwasher Safe 12-Piece Cookware Set, Orange). Food releases easily, no scratches yet, and I've had no problems washing everything in the dishwasher.

If I have one complaint it's that the set doesn't include a small frying pan, and I don't care for how tall the 8-quart covered stockpot is (I prefer something shorter and wider). Nevertheless, it's worth it to spend a little more and buy this set over cheaper brands.

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Customer review from the Amazon Vine Program I had a set of Meyer pots and pans that were sold via infomercial, and they didn't last within a year or so, they warped and handles became loose. This set is MUCH better. The pans are nice and heavy, and so nonstick that food practically rinses off and water beads right up.

I love the tall handles even if it means the fry pan lid won't fit upside down in the pan as a result (I hang the lids up instead). The silicone part is quite grippy and the metal ends of the pan handles don't get hot.

All the pans are very useful for my cooking needs. The flat-bottomed fry pan is a tad small for family-sized meals; I use the larger T-fal A9108274 Specialty Nonstick 5-Quart Jumbo Cooker with Glass Lid Fry Pan Dishwasher Safe Cookware, Black for that purpose, but the smaller Anolon pan is fine for couples or singles and is easier to store.

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Customer review from the Amazon Vine Program We have used this set for about a month now and my family is very impressed with the quality. The quality of the non-stick surface is great. I have reviewed cheaper sets that had issues with melted cheese or other creamy textures. The Anolon set works flawlessly.

I like the heavier weight of the cookware. Many sets I have seen feel very lightweight. These guys feel heavier, which usually translates into longer heat retention and more even cooking.

The handles are comfortable and the set is asthetically pleasing. If I had one gripe it would be that I wish the saute pan was larger. A 5 quart saute pan would be nice. But since no cookware set provides that I really can't complain. While the set is not cheap, I believe it represents a good value when you look at the quality you are getting.

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Customer review from the Amazon Vine Program I was pleasantly surprised by the quality of this cookware set! I've stayed away from nonstick cookware for close to a decade now as I was constantly frustrated by how frequently they needed to be thrown out and replaced. My Stainless Steel cookware i still going strong and look good as new; however, I've come to accept that there are times where having some nonstick cookware would be ideal.

To start; each piece in this set is of solid construction and posess a nice weighty feel. The nonstick surface seems to be of excellent quality and I have high hopes that it will last longer than sets from my past. The nonstick surface is supposed to be metal utensil safe, which is a huge plus for someone like me who occassionally uses the odd metal spoon to stir/scramble/saute(probably why I so quickly destroyed so many cookware sets in the past). I've used the skillet and covered saute pan about a dozen times now and even with my rough handling, the nonstick surface is not showing any signs of even minor wear and tear. I've also cooked sticky rice in one of the smaller sauce pans and it was a breeze getting the browned rice from the bottom out without having to chip away at it.

I really appreciate the silicone handles for stove top cooking. This is something that is lacking from my stainless steel set and mits are needed when lifting the lids or transporting pots over to the sink for straining out hot water. It's so much more convenient to simply be able to lift the lid with my hand to stir, or simply grasp the pot directly in order to transfer. I do wish the lids had a built in vent (helpful when cooking rice) but they do seem to vent just fine on their own from around the rim.

Overall, I think this is an excellent buy for anyone in the market for a nonstick set. This would also make a lovely gift for a new couple, assuming they have no qualms about nonstick cookware. Personally, I see myself getting the most use out of the skillet and saute pan and would have likely purchased those separately for specific use (like for cooking eggs) but overall, I am pleased to have this entire set as part of my collection and would recommend it to family and friends.

Buy Calphalon Tri-Ply Stainless Steel 2 1/2 qt. Shallow Sauce & Cover

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Of 6 or 7 Calphalon pots and pans I own, this is the one I use daily.

I find it particularly useful for cooking rice. Ordinary white and brown rice is a snap, and the pot does well with tricky wild rice blends, such as Lundberg Wild Blend, Gourmet Blend of Wild and Whole Grain Brown Rice, 16-Ounce Bags (Pack of 6) which I cook several times a week.

What makes it my best "rice pot"? The flat 8" bottom seems to make for particularly uniform cooking. The sides are high enough that even starchy white rice does not boil over. The glass lid is especially useful for keeping a watch on the rice (If you take the lid off a cooking pot of rice, you loose the steam, and may ruin the rice. Just extending the time is not a solution, because then you get gloppy rice). My ceramic-top range cycles on and off, but the heavy steel of the pot seems to hold a steady cooking temperature through the cycles.

To see my "How to Cook Rice" guide, click on "" above, then click on "So you'd like to know" guides on the left side of the page

Other than rice, the clear lid is particularly useful when you want to maintain a light boil. Such as when boiling stew-bones for stock. In a pot with an opaque lid, if you adjust the burner to a light boil, and put on the lid, the extra heat that the lid captures may cause it to boil over. If the burner happens to be adjusted perfectly for a light boil with the lid on---the instant you take the lid off to check, it stops boiling. With the clear glass lid it is easy to adjust to a light boil, because you can see the contents.

Cleanup is generally fast and easy. With other pots and pans, food may be burnt-on to the upper sides, and be hard to remove. The thick steel of the Calphalon seems to spread the heat evenly, so burnt-on food is uncommon. Of course there is no need to hesitate taking a stainless steel pad to the pot if food is badly burnt on.

The stainless steel is particular compatible with my ceramic-top range (On which copper and aluminum should be avoided.) I've been using mine heavily for many years. There's no need to worry about the glass top, is as robust as the steel pan. I've even used steel wool on the lid---and it doesn't scratch.

The only caveat is that the pan is heavy, even empty. Children or the elderly may find it too heavy.

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Even if you find the Calphalon pots and pans too expensive, this one is worth buying, even if it is your only Caphalon. For the same reason, as a wedding gift---for us middle-class folks---this is the gift which will be remembered, because it will be treasured and used daily. $40 (the Amazon price at the time of this writing) is a good price.

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Love this pan. It is beautiful, and the glass lid is fun since I am one of those who always likes to peek at what I'm cooking.

Pros: Looks, functions beautifully, fantastic value for the price.

Cons: It is a bit heavy when full, which might be a concern for people with less strength. I can see why larger ones have helper handles. Also the mirror-like finish on the bottom did scratch on first use, I think from sliding it while full on the over rack.

I've been wanting to get the Calphalon Tri-Ply set, but I decided I should try it out first, and maybe a few other similar brands before I commit to a set. So far, I love this pan. I used it to make a small batch of stew, browned on stove and baked very slowly in the oven. So far, so good!

Update Nov. 2012: 2 years later and this is still by far my favorite, go-to pan for nearly everything!

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I'm looking to replace my non-stick pans with stainless steel. This was my first and it's a great sauce pan, no sticking, no hot spots, even simmering throughout the pan. It cleans up really well in the dishwasher and stays very shiny. One complaint, the lid does not fit tight enough to avoid steam from seeping out when on a low simmer. Besides that, it's sturdy and a really nice size; it's a small pot that covers a large burner.

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I received this pan as a birthday gift about 6 months ago and when I looked at it I thought "OK this is a rather odd shaped sauce pan." I soon discovered that this wide an semi-deep shape borderlines on perfection. This is by far the best risotto pan you can possibly have. It provides a wide enough surface to sweat down the shallots and toast the rice, and the depth is just right for comfortably adding stirring in the liquid but not sloping anything over the side (not to mention vigorously whipping in some butter at the end.

Shortly after discovering this to be the best risotto pan ever, I was watching an episode of Next Foodnetwork star where Wolfgang Puck "schooled" a contestant on the proper way to make risotto. His first statement was you must start with the right size pan and this one was the one he chose.

This is also a perfect pan for making custards and curds and blanching long vegetables such as beans and asparagus.

This "odd shaped sauce pan" quickly became my go to pan.

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I have been updating my cookware with All Clad, Cuisinart Pro and now the Calphalon.

In my opinion the Calphalon is a really good buy and the lid is great as you can watch the pot simmer without removing the lid as in the others.

I will be buying more soon.

Amico Kitchen Replacement Cooker Pan Pot Kettle Lids Knob Review

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It fits my crock pot lid perfectly. I should have ordered it sooner. Hesitated because did not know if it would fit the hole in the glass. It does and is great!

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So closely matches the original that not many people can tell the difference. Fits very well and is very secure.

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The knob was cheap. It lasted approximatly two months before the plastic broke off. I wouldn't recommend it to anyone.

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This is not worth spending your money on. As soon as I tried to install the knob it came apart. It has a plastic hub inside to screw the bolt into which dismantles . Therefore it never tightened to be secure.

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Had trouble getting this attached to a lid with a slight dome to it. Had to flatten the base of the knob out for it to fit properly on our lid. Other than that it works great!

Review of Shun DM0741 Classic U2 (Ultimate Utility) Knife

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I believe if you're serious about cooking, you should own great cookware and excellent knives. I finally stepped up and got excellent knives. For those who haven't heard the hype, Shun is one of the most respected knife brands in the world.

Great features of the entire line include these cool "D" shaped handles that fit your hand better. Each knife is made in a rightand left-handed version ( for lefties). The steel used for the blades is harder than what you would find in most other knives. The knives are EXTREMELY sharp.

If you're building your set and want to take care of the must-haves first. Move this down on your priority list. Get the chef's, paring and bread knives first. With that said, there is a place for this knife in your kitchen. As with all of my other Shun knives, this one is extremely sharp and it's relatively light.

This is great for sandwiches; you can use one knife to do everything well. I like the wider blade on this better than the narrow utility and tomato blades. This knife does not replace the bread knife, but it is good for small quantities of bread. I quickly tired of it when I used it to prep French bread for bread pudding.

This is an expensive, but lifetime investment. I encourage you to visit stores and feel the knives in your hand to make sure you are comfortable with them. For more info on Shun, check out Alton Brown's website. For ratings on various brands and types of knives, check out Cooks llustrated's equipment ratings.

Unless you are a daily sandwich fiend, make this one of the last knives you get to complete your set. It is certainly a nice knife, but not as crucial as other knives. My only regret is that I already own the tomato and utility knives.

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I thought I was going to have at least 2 guests at a party try to steal this knife!

After getting a gift certificate at a kitchen store I wasn't sure what to get...but knives always grab me. The young lady who helped me kept pointing me to this Shun knife. The folded steel blade really got me and I could bring it back if it was a bust. My husband loves knives as well and does the sharpening.

One slice with this knife and I was hooked. Then a friend helped prep a party and she immediately picked it up and used it...and started raving about it without any input from me. Then a second friend arrived to help and grabbed the knife and couldn't believe how good it was.

I haven't found anything it doesn't slice well. I'd love a longer version for those bigger bread jobs...though it did 4 loaves of crusty french without a sore hand. Tomatoes don't stand a chance and never lose their shape in the cutting.

This knife is worth every penny and I'll buy another Shun knife when I'm ready....the Chicago cutlery is on its way out for sure now...I'm in my 50's and buying my lifetime knives.

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The Shun utility knife is an oddball and you will have to give yourself plenty of time to get used to it. It is indeed a sandwich knife best for cutting bread and vegetables, good for spreading mustard and mayo. The weight is pretty heavy for a knife this size. The blade is thick. Luckily at six inches it is not too heavy for me to use. So what's the competition? I have an ancient set of Chicago Cutlery, the best my long ago student budget could afford. Out of sheer politeness, we must ignore this comparison. Then I have the set of Global knives, worthy of comparison: a paring knife, utility knife and Santuko 7" chef's knife. Great knives, sharp, light knives. It took time but the Shun blew them away. Then the lone finalist in the field another Shun utility knife, a 6" straight model light and razor sharp. Nope, the Shun ultimate utility knife wins hands down. It's something about the curved edge and the scallops that gives it the ability to take on everything at just the right angle. No more groping around for another knife because you're switching to another veggie. The wide blade lets you pick up stuff almost like a chef's knife and transfer to a bowl the scallops do make this tougher than a chef's knife, but hey, I'm lazy.

What's awkward about this knife? It's kinda short. Cutting a large watermelon is gonna be a challenge. Cheese well, none of these knives work with cheese. Any delicate cutting tasks, like dicing olives, is just too awkward because the blade is thick and now the scallops are too big in comparison.

I read somewhere at a knife aficionado's website that while the metal of the Global and the Shun are pretty similar, the Shun's are tweaked so the blade can hold the sharper edge. Unfortunately, this also means the metal is slightly more brittle than the Globals. So don't drop your blade.

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Why is it that most kitchen knives come to sharp points? How often does one really use that point? Most of the time it just prevents the front third of the knife from being used for spreading, and presents a handling danger.

I LOVE this funny looking alternative design. Highly recommended. Like a giant sandwich spreader with a wicked sharp serrated edge. Brilliant. Find myself using it for everything.

But one thing to know impossible to sharpen yourself due to the serrations the maker recommends returning it to the factory once a year, where they will sharpen and return it for no charge.

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This Shun product is a beautful well made knife. The layers of stainless steel in the Damascus style blade form an interesting pattern resembling growth rings in wood. Shun refers to it as the U2 utility knife and while it is balanced, comfortable, and extremely sharp; it probaly won't replace your chefs or santoku kife. It will slice like crazy but because of the curve in the blade dicing or chopping are limited. Consider it a good knife for making sandwiches.

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This sharpener is the best made. It matches my $700 wet honing equipment with ease. Follow the instructions and you will be very satisfied.Watch out for your fingers!

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it restored the factory edge on our knifes and is very easy to use a lot better than our wusthof hand sharpener

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I really like this sharpener and would have given it 5 stars except for one thing... It is silly that the area in front of the slots where you drag the knife through are made of such a soft plastic. I know why it is soft and not made of metal and that is to preserve the sharp edge you just created on your knife. However, I just wish it were replaceable.

Other than that, it does exactly what it says and your knives will be RAZOR sharp. It really did make my Chef's knife, which already seemed sharp, exceptionally sharp. Same thing for my Wusthof steak knives. It is great to have these little knives slice through steak like hot butter, especially with all the abuse they get constantly cutting on people's plates.

It's a bit pricey, but worth it. After all, if you take care of your Wusthof's, you'll probably never have to buy another knife in your lifetime.

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The Wusthof sharpener is easy to use, and the directions easy to follow. The result is a very sharp knife! However, our sharpener arrived with only three rubber feet and we had to put a towel under the other corner to keep it from wobbling during use. I emailed Wusthof customer service to order the missing foot, and about 10 days later got a generic reply back that "they were sorry to hear about problems with my knife", along with a detailed attachment specifying how to package, insure, and send my knife back to them. I then called customer service to tell them it was a sharpener issue (not a knife) and was told that they don't supply parts and that my only options were to package and ship the whole sharpener assembly back to either Wusthof or to Amazon. The missing rubber foot is at most a $0.50 cent part that simply pushes into place, and I think it ridiculous that their fix to this problem is a complicated and expensive re-packaging and shipment.

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Foolproof. Instructions are explicit and easy to follow. The "feel" of the proper stroke for each stage only takes a short time to acquire. Having the third stage be a stropping wheel is brilliant. Knives have never been sharper.