Cheap Alessi 9093 B Replacement Bird Shaped Whistle Black

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I had a Le Crueset whistling kettle with a broken stopper. I looked all over for a replacement but couldn't find one. This item looked similar in size, but I couldn't find dimensions posted anywhere. It's slightly smaller than my original, but fits well enough to whistle. In case you have the same problem with a slightly different kettle, here are the relevant dimensions. It is 3/4" in diameter and sinks 15/16" into the kettle. The widest point of the stopper (not counting the bird) is slightly larger than 7/8" in diameter.

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I bought this for my white Le Creuset kettle and it works! The fit is functional, though less than perfectly snug--if I could find a little rubber washer of the correct size then it would be perfect. I worry a little that the little metal friction wires it uses to keep it secured in will damage the spout insides after a while, I'm planning on bending them so they're a little less taught and easier to go in and out.

Amazingly, you can remove the whistler with your hands without getting burned, as long as you catch it soon after it starts whistling and you turn off the gas or remove it from heat first so that the steam isn't coming out! The wings and tail make a perfect grip, and it hasn't been hot yet--just don't put your hands in a stream of hot steam! Also, the whistle can be balanced upside down on the wings and tail while you pour your tea, if you have a flat surface. (You probably don't care, but I don't want the 'inside' part to touch my stove.)

If this were a whistle for Le Creuset, I'd give it 4 stars, but it gets 5 since it's beautiful, functional, and so well made that it works well even for the wrong kettle!

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I had initially written a not-too-happy review here; I ordered the whistle to replace a melted/useless one for a Le Creuset kettle, and another review suggested it would fit. That first whistle that arrived did fit -but didn't whistle! When I went to return it, the vendor immediately instead sent out a replacement, free of charge. The replacement *does* whistle. It's not an incredible, shrill whistle that will beckon me from the other side of the house, unfortunately, but it works. And I was very pleased with the service -communication was fast and friendly, and the remedy was immediate. If the replacement had still not worked, I've got no doubt they'd have courteously accepted the return.

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The black bird looks so great on the kettle but the replacement is hard to attach in the spout. I have to maneuver the metal side prongs to put it into the spout. The most disappointing is that the bird does not whistle. It only steams. I am now considering a different kettle.

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Just what I was looking for to revitalize an old teapot I had found at an estate sale....was just as described. Thank you Got it really fast too

Oneida Gourmet Pro Hard Anodized Saute Pan Review

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I purchased this pan because I already owned the 8 inch pan and loved it. So easy to clean and you don't need to use a lot of oil or butter to saute because nothing sticks to this pan. It is also not very heavy so it is easy to handle and the cushioned handle makes it a pleasure to use. I cook a all the time and this pan is a must have in my collection of cookware.

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After going through many teflon coated pans (my kids NEVER would take proper care of them, throwing them in the sink with forks and knives on top, storing them with other pots in them), I broke down and tried this one.

WOW! Very non-stick, and very durable!

I saw some reviews that said it was not very non-stick. My works great! I cook eggs every day, without any problems whatsoever. I would recommend a light "curing" (heat with some oil in it) before your first use.

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I purchased this pan and kept it for about a month, having used it two times. The first time (I used it both times for a fried egg) if carefully placed on a gas burner, was okay. The nonstick surface worked well. The second time I used it the handle being so much heavier than the pan tipped over when the pan is not exactly centered on the gas burner. I actually find it hard to believe that this pan was ever actually used in a kitchen before being manufactured. It is totally off-balanced. The handle is much too heavy for the light weight pan. Or as my husband concluded, the pan is much too light for the handle! In any event, I did return it to BB&Y. And I might addno questions asked.

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I cook a lot, and I'm happy with the pan (weight, handle, cost).

Only con is the base of the pan is a touch smaller than it should be, resulting, on my stove top, the pan sitting at an angle if not positioned 'just so.'

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This pan is indeed very useful, especially when you cook small portions for kids.

Non stick and easy to clean.

Can be used in the oven up to 400F degrees.

But (the reason for 3 and not 5 stars) it is hand wash only...

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You can cook and then keep them on warm all day if you like and not be limited to a stupid timer that shuts off too soon.. You can make Hot Dogs right from the freezer with this awesome griller...

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I wanted a hot dog maker for a long time but didn't want to spend the $ because of all the mixed reviews on the different hot dog makers Amazon offers. But I wanted one so bad I took a chance on this on and let me tell you HOT DOG ! I do not like frying or boiling hot dogs I want them just like you get at a convenience store and places like that. Now I have that. Some reviews on different machines said if its round it will cook. So I tried sausage and bratwurst. Hmmmmmm GOOD. I don't like frying those either because I am not the world's best cook probably second worst (there has to be somebody out there worse than me). Because these items are curvy in shape I make sure they are straight when I prepare them for freezing (I buy in bulk at BJ's) with the Food Saver sealer I bought from Amazon. There was absolutely no problem making these 3 items. I will not comment on cooking time because I preheat the machine then after putting whatever I am making on the machine I just keep coming back to see if they look done to me. (Inexperience retired male beginner and too old to start learning).

Cleaning the machine is very simple which is what I depended on from the reviews. The tray pulls out and I just wash it with the rest of my dishes (by hand I have a dishwasher and all I use it for is a place for my frying pans to be near me in the kitchen and as a drying rack when the other is full). I clean the rollers and unit as suggested in the owner's manual. SO SIMPLE !

I have used this machine a number of times and am VERY HAPPY with it. I am considering putting those little meats balls for spaghetti on the machine but since I cut them into halves that wouldn't work. Maybe next time I use the machine I will put ONE meat ball on it for a laugh to see what happens.

If any of you would be so kind; if there is something else I can make on this machine please sent me ideas in the comments.

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It's all I Expected and more. Not only can you make old tasting hot dogs , BUT you can also do sausage' s too.

IT'S A GREAT PRODUCT, HAVE TOLD EVERYONE I KNOW ABOUT IT. THEY TO CAN ' T WAIT TO GET THEIR OWN.

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Excellent for cooking Brauts, but it take a little longer time to cook (about 1 hour). We will also use it in our camper when we go on our vacation this summer. I shopped around by looking at different models, and this unit turned out the best. I would highly recommend it.

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I AM VERY HAPPY WITH ITS PERFORMANCE AND QUALITY. JUST WHAT I HAVE WANTED FOR MANY YEARS. EASY TO CLEAN AS WELL.

Lodge L17SK3 Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron Skillet, 17-inch Reviews

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It's big, it's black, it's cast iron! I had the 15in skillet in my wish list for a long time when this one showed up in my gold box. I didn't even mind paying the higher price for a pre-seasoned piece which is a bonus for a skillet of this size. The two smaller handles on this one make it even easier to get in and out of the oven, not to mention giving it a better fit. It works just find on the stove top but will over hang the side a bit. A damp towell on the counter will help if your counter is not high heat proof. If you cook big meals for big crowds you're probably already in love with cast iron. Put this one on your list. And thank you Amazon; not many companies will wave shipping on somthing as heavy as cast iron.

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With proper care this pan will last more than a lifetime. Most of the Cast Iron pans made in the late 1800's are still floating around. This pan can last that long too. While this pan is hugh and can cook lots and lots of food. It is better suited for outdoor cooking on a Campfire or a Turkey fryer base than useing in a kitchen. It is pretty big for a stove as you can have two burners heating it at once. I am glad I bought this pan. I also bought a smaller skillet for use on my home stove.

But for campfire cooking this is one of the most versitle pieces out there, you can fry in it, use it a a griddle and make monster pancakes. You can even whip up a big batch of Chili. If you like camping or even backyard cooking this is a must have. I like to use mine with a Turkey deepfryer base as the heating element it works great.

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I bought this specifically for making my homemade pizza. I've found that baking pizza in a cast iron skillet that was generously coated with shortening yielded wonderful results, whether one preferred thick (my choice), or thin crust (my wife's choice). It turns out a pastry-like crust that my extended family raves over. (Be sure to use a generous amount of olive oil in the dough..4 tablespoons per two cups of flour..)Baking it at 500+ degrees is also part of the secret. This big boy lets me make a hearty pizza main course for four to five hungry adults. The cast iron also retained heat for quite a while, once out of the oven, so that my pizza stayed warm until the last slice had been eaten. Clean-up was a breeze..just wipe the pan out with a paper towel and give it a spray of cooking oil.

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Yes, it's heavy, doesn't fit on a regular stove, & heats unevenly with small burners. I bought it to use on a large high output outdoor burner, it's perfect for my use. I can cook a whole pound of bacon at once and deep fry enough crab rangoon at once to actually enjoy the party. Not a pan that I use very often, but when I do, nothing else comes close to it's utility.

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I have all cast iron and I needed a larger pan for deep dish pizza. This big boy is great. Made pizza last night it was so good! One problem, I can't close the door all the way on the oven. I have a viking wall oven. It cooked great anyway, but I was shocked when it wouldn't fit. I told my husband I now need a commercial size oven.

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The Paula Deen Signature 2-quart teakettle in Butter color is very pretty sitting on the stove. It is quite sturdy maybe just a little too heavy when filled with water. The lid is a thin aluminum, but in my opinion, not too thin, well made, and fits securely into the kettle. With a porcelin exterior, and a spout that stays open when pressed, this kettle heats water fairly quickly, and has a loud, beautiful-sounding whistle when the water boils. The handle is heat resistant and comfortable to hold, and the only problem I have found is that the thumb rest used to open the spout is a little hard to reach when holding the handle. Maybe larger hands would have no such problem. I love using the teakettle and listening to the pretty whistle when the water is ready. A nice addition to my kitchen.

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This is a beautiful tea kettle and looks great sitting on my stove. It isn't the best quality, but you can't ask for much based on the price. The lid is a little flimsy and cheap feeling, but the kettle itself is sturdy. Also, it has to be at an aggressive boil for the whistle to work. But I do love that the lever that flips the spout open also holds down the pot lid--very clever, and functional, design! Overall, this is a good tea kettle for the money.

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I redecorated/repainted and needed a red teapot. I had been watching prices of ones that I thought I might want when I saw this one. It is just the color I wanted deep red and I love the pebbly texture. I leave it on the stove all the time because it just looks great. Previously I had RevereWare teapot which was funtional and durable not not much to look at and was hard to keep clean. The design on the red one is different than I am used to, but it works ok with the lever. Whistle works great too. The price was wonderful too. Great deal all the way around and it is just what I wanted.

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Holds a good amount of liquid and lets you know when water is boiling without making a mess. very attractive and sits nice and flat against a flat top electric stove,

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We bought the Paula Deen red speckled teapot -it's pretty. That's about all we can say nice about it.

The handle doesn't move so you best watch when you go to pick it up -if it's steaming, you'll get burned.

Takes forever for the water to boil.

The spout makes dribbles, so again, watch out for hot water!

If you wait until you hear the whistle, all the water will be gone -it's the quietest whistling teapot we've ever owned.

I just hope we can return it. Not worth $10 much less $24.99.

Discount NuWave 20326 Pro Digital-Controlled Infrared Tabletop Oven, Black

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I was first introduced to the NuWave oven by my sister's boyfriend's grandfather. His grandfather needed to get rid of a lot of personal items because he was moving into an old folks home because he could no longer take care of himself. So we put his NuWave oven to use by cooking a lot of different things in it. Being a person who doesn't trust much infomercials I was skeptical at how well the NuWave oven works at first. I even saw the local news reporting on how quickly the NuWave oven makes meals but was still skeptical till I used it myself. I found that it cooked most meals pretty well and you really didn't have to watch it. You just set the cooking time and leave and come back when it's finished. I was so impressed by this that I bought one myself and used it at my apartment going to college. This thing was a life saver because I wouldn't have time to get food ready because I worked, had to do school work, and had to get ready for school. Which gives me absolutely little time to prepare food. It works well if you don't have a lot of time on your hands.

I cooked chicken thighs/legs/quarters/drumsticks, pork steaks, beef steaks, pork loins, pork chops, pork ribs, linguica sausage, smoke sausage, bratwurst, pizza (frozen and home made), frozen burritos, sasauge links, muffins, spam, vienna sausages, tater tots, salmon, tilapia, and practically anything you could think of in it. Most of the time it came out pretty good. Just make sure you turn it over because sometimes the other side of the food is unevenly cooked. It's very good for reheating certain types of food though.

Pros:

Saved time

Very convenient

Little effort

Didn't have to constantly monitor it

Easy to clean

Cons:

Sometimes the food was cooked unevenly because there is only one heat source

The dome eventually cracks and breaks (no one tells you this)

NuWave doesn't offer any replacement parts

It will not replace certain microwave items or the need to deep fry certain things

Cooking fatty foods will make it explode oil all over your plastic dome

The dome eventually gets stained and is difficult to remove

They don't offer a glass dome

*TIPS*

Always make sure you flip your food so it cooks evenly

Follow the suggested temperature power setting for the food you are cooking

Make sure you line the pan with aluminum foil so you don't have to scrub the pan

The plastic dome will slowly crack, I wish they would offer it with a heavy duty glass dome but it would cost them too much money to send you a NuWave with a glass dome. I guarantee the dome will crack first before the heating element will give out on your NuWave. But after 8 months of usage, the dome is cracked. I used this thing daily but it will not replace the need to fry chicken in a deep fryer or the convenience of microwaving food in a microwave safe container. I am now outsourcing to a glass blower who will manufacture me a replacement dome.

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This is one of the very few items that you see on a info-commecial that really works. The other afternoon, my son and family stopped in unexpectedly. So I invided them to stay for supper. Now what to serve them? I remembered I had a 4 pound pork roast, about 3" thick, in the freezer. I got it out, along with some potatoes a put the NuWave Pro to the test. I put the frozen pork roast on the 4"shelf. I cut the potatoes in half lengthwise and surrounded the roast with potato halves. The rest of the potatoes I put on the lowwer rack. Set the Power level on "Hi" and the timer at 2 hours and relaxed with the family. In 2 hours the roast and potatoes werer done. The roast was perfect, a roasted look on the outside and nice and juicey on the inside. I've also done steaks, up to 2" thick, and hamburgers that came out the same. The easy cook guide instructions are just about right on the money as far as cooking time goes.

The NuWave I bought, model 20326, comes with the entender ring and extra racks.It's well worth the extra money over the standard model. It gives you so many different option for use. I'm sure you'll enjoy your new NuWave as much as I do mine.

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I purchased one of these ovens for myself and my sister after watching the infomercial numerous times. It is truly amazing to say the least. Since receiving mine for $139.99 using the super saver shipping method, I have used it almost daily and have cooked cornish hens, leg of lamb, pork loin roast, chicken leg quarters, whole duckling, toasted bagels and english muffins. Everything has cooked perfectly using the included cooking chart and have tried the cornish hens and chicken quarters frozen and fresh. It is best to thaw meats before cooking as it tastes better and saves time and energy as well. My favorite meal so far has been cornish hen cooked whole after rubbing all over with about a tablespoon of olive oil and sprinkling with McCormick rotisserie chicken seasoning. This only takes a total of 30 minutes as recommended by the included cooking chart and is the best overall $3.00 meal so far. This oven will definitely save you time and money and you'll be impressed with how juicy and grease free your food turns out. I like to watch the food as it cooks as it does so with a maximum of 1500 watts using the highest of ten power levels which is what is recommended by the cooking chart unless reheating previously cooked food. The clean up has been very easy as this model is the black and stainless upgraded model and includes the extender ring kit which would sell together for $184.92 plus very costly shipping and handling if ordered directly from Hearthware which makes the price around $200.00. Amazon.com has the lowest price including shipping that is available for this oven so you can't go wrong ordering one from them. I only wish that I had purchased one of these when they first hit the market. Thanks Amazon.com for carrying this amazing cooking appliance and offering it at the best price!!!

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What a joy this is! Haven't used my reular oven since this was received. EVERYTHING cooks up exactly as required from FROZEN!

Takes some getting used to in establishing how much cooking time is actually needed as their chart & cookbooks are mostly useless.

Steaks, chicken, salmon, even baking rolls all come out tasting great and retain their juciness much more than regular oven cooking.

Put me down as being really impressed--Will probably buy a couple for Christmas presents later this year!

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I was doubtful this product was going to work, but from the other reviews and recommendations I decided to give it a try. This product is awesome! It works as advertised. It cooks meals in half the time and with half the effort of a conventional oven. I can't believe this oven cooks frozen foods to well done in only minutes. If I hadn't seen it, I would not had believed it. This product is a lifesaver for individuals who live in areas where a convention oven would be impractical. This is a must have product for individuals who don't have time to thaw and slave over an oven for food to cook. Thanks NuWave.

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The dinner bell is big and has a loud distinctive sound which is what we were looking for. Assembling the dinner bell was easy if you are creative as there were not any instructions. Our only disappointment was the bell does not move smoothly as the swivel points are rough and will need grinding and sanding. Good value for the price but expect to do some work.

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How do you assemble it? No directions and random parts thrown in the box? Like 5 nuts that don't fit any bolts? No idea!

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This was a perfect example of what I feel was a bait and switch. Will always wonder what the Cajun Dinner Bell would of been like. Once burnt by that seller I will never know. I did not receive the Cajun dinner bell. Was switched to the Independence Bell 1776. If I would have wanted that bell I would of ordered it over the Cajun bell. (Independence Bell) Which is a cheaper bell, very poor quality, was bought for a gift and no way could you give this bell as a gift. The bell hung at a 15 degree list (tilt) in the cradle and the paint is coming off the product.

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My girl friend has wanted a large diner bell now she has one thanks to you at amazon. She just loves it, It makes me feel good when she is happy again thank you Tom Barlow

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Gave it to my mother as a Christmas present. She is using it as a doorbell while they are building their house. It is a very loud doorbell, but a doorbell anyway.

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I started learning about sausage stuffing in order to make a good andouille for jambalaya, gumbo, etc. Most decent equipment out there will run anywhere from $-$ for a decent stuffer. Double that total and you can get a grinder as well. If you're going to make consistently large batches (25 lbs or more at a time) then you're probably going to want to invest in those.

However, if you're just learning and starting out and already have a KitchenAid and the associated grinder, then the stuffing attachment for less than $10 is a no-brainer. I've used it a couple of times now and I can say that it makes high-quality sausage without a problem.

I have noted a couple of negative reviews for this product. Not knowing the specifics of how those people used the product, I can note some things I learned on my own, and from a site. That is an excellent site about andouille and sausage stuffing in general (especially with a KitchenAid).

1. When grinding, make sure the blade is in. I forgot to do this on my first batch and it turned the meat into paste and was impossible to get the grinder to work properly (which is why they include it).

2. Make sure you keep the meat very cold. I haven't had to cool the attachments, although that might help, especially when the meat isn't the coldest.

3. Use the coarse grind plate for sausage. You can the fine grind plate (for hot dogs for example), but I would recommend just using the coarse plate and running the meat through multiple times for a finer grind on your sausage. The grinder can get some tissue wrapped around the feeder and it could require some disassembly and cleaning (might take 3-5 minutes), especially with the fine grind plate. After the first grind, the mixture moves through the grinder pretty quickly anyway.

4. Make sure the screw cap is tight. Meat can escape through the cap if you're not careful. It shouldn't in most cases though. If it is, this is a sign something else is probably wrong.

5. I bought the KitchenAid FT Food Tray Attachment for Stand Mixers as well. It's fairly handy for larger batches and I recommend it, but it's not necessary. I ground 15 lbs the other night and it was helpful in holding the larger amounts.

6. You'll see this other places, but I'll reiterate that natural casings are worth the extra (minimal) effort. There's not much to it once you've used them. Collagen is ok and are less likely to break, but natural aren't as fragile as you might think and they look and taste way better. I was a little leery of natural and bought collagen initially, but haven't used them since my first batch. I don't think I'll go back if I don't have to.

I've stuffed andouille and Italian sausage both with the larger of the two stuffer attachments. If I make some breakfast sausage, I imagine the smaller one will come in handy. If you're like me and you've gotten to this point, next on your list will probably be a smoker. I haven't taken that plunge yet, but it's coming soon.

Good luck and happy stuffing!

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Once you realize how it properly is assembled for stuffing, you realize how great a product it is. TAKE OUT THE BLADE AND GRINDING PLATE. If you don't remove these, it will seem impossible to stuff a full length casing. It took me an hour doing this. I dissembled, and removed the blade and plate, replacing it with the plastic spinner in the box, and once I did that, the auger did its job and started pulling the meat through, instead of the vicious plunger stuffing that was needed before.

Once this was done, I stuffed 10lbs in about 30 minutes (50 links). My recipe:

10 lbs pork shoulder

2 lbs bacon (unsliced)

2 lbs ultra-sharp cheddar (shredded)

2 tbs ground fennel

2 tbs ground corriander

2 tbs ginger

1 tbs ground mustard

1 tbs chili powder

2 tbs red flake pepper

1/4 cup water

sprinkling of salt

Use natural hog casings and your all set.

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Sausage making is an artform. It can be difficult to get the hang of, but with the right info you can make wonderful, fresh sausage and feel good about the ingredients inside. This sausage attachment works pretty well. The hopper is a little small, but unless you are making a ton at a time, it's not a deal breaker. It's important to keep the meat really cold throughout the process though or the fat will melt and could hurt your mixer engine. I picked up The Mixer Bible which has about 35 sausage recipes along with 300 other recipes for the mixer and it's other attachments. I really like the book and it walks you through the ins and outs of working with all the attachments.

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I purchased this kit along with the food grinder attachment so that I could make sausage without spending a ton on a separate stuffer. I'm now going to buy a separate stuffer. The kit worked, after a fashion, however...

Being a conversion kit to the grinder, it naturally is elevated about a foot or so above the counter. The means that you cannot allow the stuffed casings rest on the counter as you stuff. The weight pulls the casing off the horn.

Also, trying to feed the ground meat through the machine was messy and difficult. You had to feed meat in, add more meat periodically, control the feeding of the casing, hold the sausage as it filled and, since you're doing all this stuff at once, start and stop the machine periodically. It's nearing impossible and very frustrating for one person to do alone.

Also, depending on the consistency, much of the meat came back up the feeder neck as I pulled the plastic plunger out. This means re-feeding the meat 3 or 4 times before it actually gets through the machine. A /very/ slow process.

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If you have a Kitchenaid mixer with the food grinder attachment, this sausage maker attachment is a neccesity! It is very easy to attach to the grinder. Get some casings from your supermarket butcher department, slip them onto the sausage tube, put the meat mixture in the grinder and turn it on. Sausage comes out of the tube with ease. It never sticks. Just slide the casings off as the meat extrudes. Twist the casing to size the sausages. There is nothing easier. Beats a hand grinder sausage extruder. Get this!

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I just washed a pot that I had burned. Boiled all of the water out, and the pot was black. I just knew I had ruined it I was shocked!it came out just like new! I have been so pleased with these pots,but now even more so. I would never have any other pots than these.

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Loved the cookware. Great color true to the picture. And yes I would and have told everyone I know about it .

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Gave this as a Christmas gift and she loved it. She was surprised that they were as lightweight as they are. Loves using them

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We love the cookware set. The pear was unavailable in our area so thankfully we were able to get them.

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This is THE brand to use if you use a French press. You will never have any trouble with coffee grounds in your coffee. The press fits perfectly and the screen is fine enough to keep even the smallest grinds from leaking through. Only one caution, 4 cups means 4 small cups of coffee. If you use a mug, its 2 1/2 to 3.

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This wasn't the first french press I tried, so I was well-aware that the french press method makes a fuller, superior coffee to an electric drip setup. The temperature of the water is more controlled (I tend to simply wait sixty seconds with the kettle off of heat before pouring), the lack of a filter, which allows the grounds to be in direct contact with the coffee for an extended period, makes for a thick, satisfying cup. With the right grind (and fresh beans ground immediately before brewing), this makes better coffee than I've ever had inside or outside of my own home.

And if you're already aware of the wonders of pressed coffee, the Chambord in particular is a superior press. The stainless steel frame gives it an indestructible feel and makes it quite attractive on one's countertop. Also, the actual plunger is a much more snug fit than other presses I've encountered, minimizing the sludge in the coffee. Strangely, though, the plunger doesn't extend down completely, so make sure you serve it immediately if your coffee doesn't quite fill up the bottom space (to avoid having some overextracted coffee at the bottom). The short, wide dimensions also make it easier to store and lowers the center of balance (good for not knocking it over). Also, it comes with a handy measuring spoon that is of bizarre dimensions (7 grams), but somehow, when level, is the perfect measurement. 1 scoop to one (European) cup of coffee (so 4 for a full press). I'm incredibly happy with the whole ordeal, especially for the price. I'll probably also invest in a larger one for entertaining purposes, since this is only enough for myself or one other person.

It's worth noting a few things that should be considered, though I don't think they are drawbacks: the glass will not hold heat long, so the coffee should be served right away (which is when it is best anyway. Coffee should never be put on heat to keep warm, it'll start to take on unpleasant flavors like restaurant coffee). Also, a "4-Cup" press is measured in a rather obscure measurement: the four ounce European coffee cup. Thus, this press makes 16-17 ounces of coffee. This is far from four hefty American mugs, and is more like one oversized or two medium mugs. If you are planning on serving yourself and three guests, I'd opt for the eight or ten cup models.

Bottom line: everyone I serve coffee to since getting this press and a nice burr grinder says it's amazingly good, and my old drip machine is unplugged and in a box.

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Pros: Great tasting coffee, easy to use, very stylish.

Cons: A bit troublesome to clean by hand.

BEWARE, though! French Presses generate a sludge at the bottom of every cup. It's part of the charm, but increases in volume with a decrease in the quality grind! If you're serious about coffee, spend the extra $$$ and buy a good burr grinder!

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This is my first coffee press and I am very pleased with the coffee I can brew with it. It is well worth the price and the quality is very good. Your results will be good as long as you follow the directions and use coarse ground coffee. It is rated as a 4-cup unit with 6 oz. cups, but with the coffee mugs we use here in the midwest it is only a 2 cup unit. So, if you really want a 4 cup unit get the 8 cup press. If you want to try a press for coffee this is an excellent way to begin.

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I got the 4-cup model. It makes 1 "big cup" of coffee, with a little room for cream, if I'm in the mood. (my big cup is about 2x the size of a standard American coffee cup)

My wife does not drink coffee, so the smaller model was perfect for me. I may purchase a larger model at some point, for entertaining guests.

Pros

-Makes fantastic coffee, if you follow some easy rules: coarse grind (reduce sediment), don't use too little grounds (over-extraction = bitter coffee), grind your own beans (GRIND YOUR OWN BEANS!!!), if not back-to-back... wash between uses (oil buildup = bitter coffee), don't leave extra coffee in the press (it will continue to steep, which is bad)

-Simple to use, simple to clean. Everything comes apart with little hassle

-Dishwasher safe (Though I use it too much to ever let it sit in the dishwasher.)

-Sturdy (The commenter who mentioned busting the bottom out was probably using Hulk strength when pressing, stirring with metal (which creates micro-fractures in the glass), or possibly cleaning with cold water too soon after having the hot coffee in the press. (which is also bad for glass... duh))

-You will experience flavors you never knew coffee had before.

Cons

-More work to clean up than a filter-brew machine (but worth it)

-Glass is breakable, don't drop it or hand it to a 2 year old. (They make unbreakable plastic models, but the oils that buildup to make coffee bitter cling to plastic, and don't cling to glass. It's a chemistry thing, according my Chemical Engineer brother.)

-It has ruined me for other coffee. I used to tolerate the bad office coffee, now I can't stand the smell of it. When I travel, I miss the french press but buy coffee from a chain of some sort, but it's still not as good as my own press.

Fantastic press!

Side Note: I have heard that the Aero-press makes a great cup of coffee too, but I'm hesitant to try, because it still uses a filter, and you lose certain flavor components of the coffee to the filter, no matter what you do.

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I love this pan! As someone who truly enjoys cooking, I have several types of 'skillets;' cast iron, non stick annodized, and enameled cast iron. Each has its particular talents in the kitchen.

I wanted a grill pan. After doing some research, I decided on this Cuisinart for two reasons: reputation and weight. I was also lucky to find it at a time when special pricing was featured.

The weight issue is important for me as I have lung disease that fatigues me rather quickly. This pan is managable! But of course, the object of buying it was grilling. I have done steaks, chicken, pork and salmon in this pan, and it conducts heat beautifully. The initial sear is exquisite. It is the grill pan for which I was hoping, and I could not be more pleased.

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My main reason for purchasing a grill pan was for things like tuna steak and grilled vegetables. I don't eat greasy foods, so I'm not so concerned about draining off fat, but more interested in dry-cooking and blackening. Although a big, heavy cast iron pan is best for this purpose, I didn't want to lift anything that heavy all the time.

This pan really works well for what I need. So well that I find I use it for EVERYTHING, EVERY DAY, not just for grilling! It has replaced my other non-stick fry pans for all purposes.

Pros: Incredible cleanup--much better than my Calphalon non-stick pans. Handle is longer and does not get as hot as Calphalon, so you can actually pick it up without a potholder. Pan is very light, considering its size--it's HUGE!(see cons).

Cons: It's light in weight. If you are looking for something heavy this is not it--get a cast iron. For me, this is a plus. Also, I wish I had looked further and gotten the 10-inch. I have an electric stove and my burners are not big enough for the 12-inch pan. I still use it but move it off the burner a little. I recommend the 10-inch to get better use of the heat if you have electric.

Bottom line: I would buy this pan again, but probably the 10-inch.

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I chose this Cuisinart Grill for 4 reasons. Cuisinart's reputation, price, weight and the fact that the entire grill can actually be placed in the oven.

I use my grill almost daily and it is so lightweight and easy to clean.

I love it!

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I am a serious cook for 30 years. This is by far the best grill pan I have ever owned.

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I've only used this pan a handful of times maybe less than 10 times for steaks and burgers. The nonstick part of one side of the pan is already partially showing the metal part of the pan. It's the outer part of the pan that's coming off which I don't scrub hard when I'm cleaning it. I would even normally soak my pans for a few hours to ease up the cleaning. I would expect the center part to come off if anything from the scrubbing. I just use a regular sponge pad that's normally used for dishes. I must have gotten a defective one.

I'm already beyond amazon's return policy so my only option is to return it to cuisinart. I called cuisinart and they said that I have to ship this pan to them so they can look at the item. I also have to send a $7 check for shipping costs to mail the replacement item if they think it's a manufacturer's defect. Otherwise they'll just return the old pan. I don't know if I want to waste any more time and money with this pan.

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I love this item. I used it to place coffee in! It is made out of a hard plastic material. It seems hard for it to crack, because I have accidentally dropped this item many of times by accident. It is a great item to own. I received many compliments for this item. Shipping was very fast! I recommend this item for Bruce Lee fans!

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My boyfriend loves it. Sometimes it steams the inside, but that is to be expected in travel mugs.

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This product is advertised as being a 6 quart fryer but it only holds 3 quarts. Totally false labeling/advertising. I wouldn't have ordered it if I had known it only held 3 qts. NOT A HAPPY CAMPER!!!!

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I took a chance on this, but as the other reviewer noted, this is a 3 quart fryer, not 6 quart. Aside from the size, the pan and lid I received were terrible. Both were badly cast (lid edge uneven, metal thicker in some spots than others), there was a gouge in the inside bottom of the pot and a divot in the lid, plus cardboard and gunge stuck to the outside of the lid and pan. Worst of all, was the exceedingly poor quality of the interior finish and the "pre-seasoning". As far as I can tell, this pot was coated in tallow or some other sort of wax, to give the illusion of a smoother interior finish and was NOT properly pre-seasoned OR finished inside I couldn't even begin to remove the wax (I tried) and there is no way I would want to ingest it. And despite the weird coating, there was still some rust on the inside of the pot. Additionally there were tons of little metal particles inside the pan. I tried wiping them out but the interior of the pan seems to be deeply coated with them. There is just no way that this could possibly be safe to cook in. This pan was made in China, clearly with little to no quality control. I also suspect the metal used is some sort of weird alloy and not proper cast iron (or the worst quality cast iron ever) just didn't look right and weight didn't seem right and seemed brittle. I had originally rejected buying a Lodge chicken fryer because I thought the interior finish on it was too rough, but the Lodge was a thousand times better than this piece of garbage. Returned.

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I've had it for a little while but it was unseasoned, so I've waited to write a review -but still have yet to use it to cook in. The seasoning process suggested by the manufacturer isn't as good as an old fashioned, lard shortening season, which I used after the first attempt [made my house smell dreadful!] Second time, I seasoned it near an open fire pit which gave it a really great patina.

One more open fire seasoning and it should be good to go. I'll return to write more after I've cooked my first batch of local fish or campfire chili in this fryer.

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I bought two of these to use as smoke generators in large smokers. Works well for the purpose to hold wood chunks over the burner.

Very heavy pans that might be too heavy for regular use on a stove, especially with the lid on when loaded with chicken. Not seasoned (bare cast iron), so will need seasoning before use.

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Received the skillet. A little surprised that they recommended veg. oil to temper as I always used lard, but I did it their way. It turned out wonderfully. The temper was excellent, the size was excellent and the chicken turned out perfectly, as did the fries, beans, donuts and corn bread subsequently made in it. Just like the old pots we used to get & have, and I expect to be able to give this to my daughter as Mom gave hers. Highest recommend.