Buy JAZ Innovations Cool Touch Lid Handle Cover

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My All-Clad pans have long handles that stay cool, but the small lid handles get hot. These rubber gadgets fit tightly over those lid handles (and small side handles on stock pots) and allow you to handle them without potholders. While you can take the covers off for use on other lids, it's better to have several and just leave them on all the time. They happily travel through the dishwasher still attached to the handle and don't have to be removed at all.

I found myself using the same two lids all the time because they had these cool touch handle covers on them, but finally decided what I really needed to do was get more. I had to do some searching, but finally found them. I can't recommend them highly enough.

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These probably would cost $2 if you found them in a dollar store, but I don't get out much and added them to an order that qualified for free shipping.

They will fit handles from about 3/8" to 5/8". they aren't any good for 1/4" wire-like pot lids or side handles.

They are just the ticket for all-clad type pot lids and handles. I use them on a tri-ply Tremontina stock pot.

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Simple things these rubber covers yet I love them because hot side handles and hot lids are a big thing when I'm cooking and have lost my pot holders in the mess I just created or when I can't seem to find my pot holders even when they are in plain sight. These covers are not flimsy and you just slide them on they stay put and you just leave them on and forget them just wash the pots and lids by hand like normal. The only thing wrong with these covers for meis that they are too big or my pot handles and lid handles are smaller than normal. I am okay with this because they still do the job I'm just glad not to burn my hand or food. I plan on buying more of these as they come 3 to a package.

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It is an good idea, and I am glad I found these covers, but unfortunatly they do not fit propper and move around my stanless steel lid handles, even when I have a tight grip on them. I have to be very careful that the lid do not flip on me, and still burn me. I wish they would fit tigher.

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Have calphalon pots and pans and these handles fit perfectly on the covers so that I don't have to use a pot holder to pick up the covers. Is exactly what I needed.

Discount Oneida Hard Anodized Cookware Set

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This set is a Bargain at the price I paid, I was a little worried as it had no reviews but It is a great set at a even better price

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I love this cookware. Each piece is the right size. It's heavy and sturdy with easy cleanup. The handles (pots, pans, lids) do not heat up at all. Such a deal.

Cheap Dansk Christianshavn Blue 4-Piece Place Setting, Service for 1

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I had 8 sets for over 15 years, and wanted another 4 sets... They arrived timely and in perfect condition, tho the mugs were slightly rattling around when I opened them. No visible damage, all of them were in boxes made for the set, tho 3 of them were additionally wrapped in protective bubble wrap, the fourth one was not, and was placed on the outside instead of between two of the bubble wrapped ones... but they all made it OK. The newer ones are slightly whiter than the rest of the set, but you can only tell that when they are stacked together. Not sure if they've changed the makeup of the white, or if time and usage causes them to darken... but they arrived in great condition and we're loving using them now!

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The picture shows exactly what I received. I did not expect a tea cup and saucer since it was not shown in the picture and list. I ordered 6 place settings. The dishes came in a box that was very battered but everything was so well packed that nothing was broken. The dishes arrived in a timely manner and this was a great price. I am giving these as a present for Christmas and I am thrilled at what a nice gift this is for the amount of money I spent.

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Service was fine. Helpful, after an original big glitch. The dishes were not the quality of what I already have. Mine were made in Portugal, and the new Dansk place settings were made in Thailand. They are not as nice, the paint on edges not the same. Poor reproduction of earlier producd Dansk place settings. I will keep them, but not so pleased.

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I've always loved the Dansk dishes, but had only purchased items at the outlet store in Kittery, ME years ago. That store has been closed for quite awhile, so I gave up looking for them. I just rediscovered them and realized how much I like them, so decided to purchase. I'm very happy I found them!

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Theses dishes are great! Nice and heavy while still having an elegant look. They hold the heat well with hot foods as well as cool down when you put cold food on them. Great for a "Bistro" set, everyday or entertaining. Very happy with them.

Cheap Sushi mold / Musubi Maker

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I don't know why people advertise these molds as a sushi maker, since any person who actually knows how to make sushi would use their hands, finger molds, or bamboo rolling mats to shape the rice. Real sushi makers would not be caught dead with plastic molds, period.

This mold is meant and designed for making ONIGIRI, NOT SUSHI. It even says that on the packaging, so I don't know why there is so much confusion over this appliance.

That being said, I love this tool. I know how to make onigiri by hand, but this does yield cleaner and nicer looking results. It's very easy to get the onigiri out, too. If you want cuter designs, then I recommend buying flower and heart shapes too.

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I got this one as well as another one, and ended up liking the other Japanese Sushi Mold (Triangle, Pink)one better. The reason for that was the inside texture this one has very little, and the rice stuck inside too much. It was kind of a pain to get out, and pushing the little "button" on the one side to push it out put a divit into the onigiri that was dorky looking and showed the filling.

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Very Easy to use, and even easier to clean! Would recommend Gliding a knife around the inside edge of the rice mold to loosen the rice before trying to pop the mold out.

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It is simple to used. I made about 20 onigiris en a few minutes and they turn out perfect! Totally recommend it!

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I used this gizmo for the first time and I have found a spot for it next to the rectangular musubi maker. Just fill one or two cavities with calrose rice, compress with the lid and use the little pusher flap to pop them out. A bit of umeboshi in the middle while you're building it and sprinkled with furikake after you pop them out. You're off with a great bento box.

Buy paula deen 12 piece cookware set red color

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They r the best pans ever I had! Paula deena is so awesome lady and everyone should give her a second chance. To keep her busy stay business as long as she still live. Thanks for wonderful pans ever I order and buy then love it already and my daughters try used mine and they love it . Want me to get my daughter's Christmas gifts it is sound good ideas for me doing tht. Have a wonderful day Paula deena

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Buy Browne Foodservice R23 Stainless Steel Footed Colander, 8-1/2-Inch

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I already had a bigger version of this type of colander, and decided it would be good to have a smaller one, too. While I like the bowl of this colander, the handles are not nice and smooth and curved like the photo shows, they are more angular and the edges are a raw version of the steel and not polished/finished like the bowl, and definitely not shaped like the handles on the polished bowl as shown in the photo. If rinsing and 'shaking' this colander, the edges are 'rough/unsmooth' enough to hurt your hands/fingers they are more like a slightly angled rectangle coming of the sides of the colander than the nice curve and smooth appearance in the photo. I was disappointed in this colander in that respect, as my bigger colander, which cost less, has nicely curved, rolled, polished & smooth handles like this photo DOES show. The bigger colander is an unknown brand, purchased at a grocery store. The photo of this colander shows it with the type of smooth, less angular curve of the bigger colander I already have, not this smaller one I ordered. The photos should show EXACTLY what you are a getting, not a facsimile that is not true to ALL the elements of the item. I would not have purchased this item had it been truly shown as what I ended up receiving, as I know that type of handles would hurt my hands when using it.

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Reviews of Le Creuset Enameled Cast-Iron 7-1/2-Quart Bouillabaisse Pots

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The design of Le Creuset's "bouillabaisse pan" is highly desirable for long simmered broths and stocks because the design of the rounded base gently and evenly circulates heat without inclining towards hot spots. This is the only large capacity-cooking vessel that allows me enough peace of mind to slip in a nap during cooking without any fear of the contents taking off in a roaring boil, or scorching the contents while I rest.

This is a product from the French who some believe have created more soups than any other cuisine. Soup is the satisfying dish that can be made in any kitchen, and in any country. The construction of Le Creuset's bouillabaisse pan will champion excellent results due to its excellent shape and design.

This is the pot for a celebration of spring, with Vegetable Minestrone. On the other hand, Chioppino, the San Francisco favorite, a Genoese fish stew, originally made from small whole fish. Don't forget to use pasta water, a restaurant "secret" that frugal traditional housewife's broth that revived the spirit of early chioppinos and minestrone. Remember too, to save the rinds from Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, as they will greatly enhance many soups with their rich flavors.

Le Creuset's bouillabaisse pan is great for caramelizing onions when making the classic Baked French Onion Soup (Gratinee des Halles) I use this pan for everything from pinto beans, to pre-cooking Haricot Tarbais for cassoulet.

Le Creuset's bouillabaisse pan will accommodate a whole five-pound fryer and enough water for a rich stock. The oven-to-table pan also accommodates a whole chicken and many vegetables, enough to serve six persons. Toss a few fresh grapes in with the chicken before roasting, the grapes reduce and concentrate in flavor imparting a delicious piquant note to the dish.

The size and tight fitting lid, makes this the pan to use for preparing two uncooked pounds of "fried" basmati saffron rice that I freeze for later uses.

Cooking tip: Allowing any meat stock or broth containing fat to boil will produce a cloudy product. The boiling causes the fat to emulsify with the liquid in an irreversible chemical event. Too much agitation of the stock will also create a tendency towards murky soup stock.

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Make no mistake about it, this thing is humongous. 32 centimeters wide, 17 pounds empty, and about THIRTY pounds full. Forget about bringing it to the table to serve from just leave it on the stove with a ladle in it.

That said, I've had mine for about three years, and I love it. The small bottom diameter makes it easy to sweat onions, celery, and carrots to start out a soup or stew recipe. If you're browning meat, I've found what works best is to treat the pot like a wok brown the meat in the center, right over the heat, and then stack the already-browned or waiting pieces around and up the sides to get them out of the way until you add the liquid. Once you've added the liquid, the tapered sides will reduce the dish quickly. If you dont' want evaporation, the heavy (HEAVY!) lid fits snugly, and lets the pot maintain a slow simmer for hours (I've let mine go overnight with no problems).

I regularly make triple batches of chili and spaghetti sauce in this, and occasionally use it for apple butter. (Six quarts of apples [peeled & cored], a pint of sweet wine or grape juice, and a quarter teaspoon of ground allspice down to one quart of butter in six hours. No fuss, no mess, no trouble). It's a wonderful addition to any serious kitchen.

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I've had this 7+ Qt. soup pot for a little over a week and I have made several soups with it. These were soup recipes I had been making in an old non-stick pot. The only thing that changed was the pot and I couldn't believe the difference the Le Creuset made! It was like I had used a completely different and gourmet recipe!!! It cooks thouroughly and completely and with a 101 year warranty, who can beat it?

It may be a bit heavy, but if you want good iron that retains heat well, it has to be heavy.

As an added comment, the time it takes to decide which one of the brilliant colors you want, might be the only real downside to this cookware!

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The Le Creuset 7 1/4-quart Bouillabaisse pot is a wonderful addition to any home cook's collection of speciality cookware. I have fixed great bouillabaisse recipes in this pot, making substitutions for some of the shellfish, firm whitefish, and eel as best as I could, not being in Provence. The shape of this pot is quite traditional for bouillabaisse, and this French stew simmers in it beautifully on gas or electric burners, or on induction range tops. It is also a good pot for gumbo. You do not have to add any liquid while your fish stew is simmering because of the close-fitting top.

The only drawback to using Le Creuset cookware is that, since it is made from cast iron, it can be quite heavy to lift when full. The Bouillabaisse pot can be brought directly to the table for serving. I place mine on a matching Le Creuset trivet. Clean-up is so easy because the pot is enamel-coated. I hand-wash mine, but the pot is also dishwasher-safe. You will love this pot and find many uses for it!

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yes this is great on the stove top. The chili that comes out of this tastes better than the same recipe in different pots. soups too, especially those recipes that call for long slow simmering.

But I also want to point out that the shape of this pan is less cornered, more rounded and flat. I find it great for roasting meats like whole poultry or braising a leg of lamb, too.

It is big, but very useful and versatile.

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It works great for cooking and baking! A reusable substitute for wax and parchment paper. I recommend reading the instructions and details that come on the package. You don't need to oil or spray down before putting food on it. I sometimes sprinkle flour first if I'm baking something like pizza or bread on the surface. Just place food on the mat on a tray, and pop it in the oven. Don't exceed the temperature range, don't scrub it with the back side of a sponge, and don't cut on it in fact, avoid using anything near it that could potentially cut it, because once it's cut you can't use it anymore.

I am pleasantly surprised that it has not blackened like all other mats do and that the quality has remained the same since I bought it (probably used them about 30 times in the oven since). I also use it for rolling out dough and fondant Not an ideal surface, because it gets sticky, but at least it's cleaner than using my kitchen countertop. I have yet to try it with chocolate and candy making, but I'll update once I have.

3 Month update: Still awesome, I use these about twice a week. The only thing that's stained has been a tomato-oil sauce. I have now tried the mats w candy making (ie, pipe melted chocolate on it, and throw it in the fridge or freezer), and it worked really well. Only problem is if you're gonna roll up the mat to make a curved 3D piece, note the candy/chocolate will stick to both sides and you'll need parchment paper on one side. Alternatively, potentially try corn starch to avoid sticking? I have yet to try this technique.

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I have always hated greasing the pans, when baking, so, about five years ago, I purchased made in France, silicone baking sheets, from Amazon. This year, I decided that I needed two more sheets, but when I looked for them, the price had increased by almost double per sheet! Well, I kept looking and I found these wonderful sheets that are made in the U.S.A. They work just as well as the imported ones. Cookies never stick, and cleanup is so easy! In addition, they were a great price. A set of two costs less than one, of the imported sheets! This was a great buy and I recommend them highly!

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I was wary of buying these because they look thin in the photo and I know my mother paid four times this price for two regular sized silicone mats. However they're very high quality and they work well. I'm very happy with them and I'll probably buy some more to give away as wedding/bridal shower gifts.

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Having known about silicone bake ware for years, but having never used it, I was skeptical about how well it would work as a non-stick material and as a way to reduce the long term wear and tear on baking sheets (lots of scrapping and scrubbing can be torturous on metal baking sheets after a couple years of use). I have purchased many non-stick baking sheets over the years, and have been extremely unhappy with them. None of them are really all that non-stick and the non-stick coating has always started flaking off after a year or two of use.

After using these a couple times, all I can say is wow, I am sold on silicone bake ware.

The non-stick-ability of these silicone mats is top notch. The first thing I cooked with them is a homemade pizza. The pizza and any misplaced toppings (such as cheese, which usually bakes on as a brown/black cement when it touches a metal pan) did not stick to the silicone at all. The pizza literally slid around on the mat a little as I was taking it out of the oven. I was thoroughly impressed with how well it worked.

There was a slight chemical smell the first time I used the mats. I expected this. It did not affect the smell or the flavor of the food that cooked on it and was not over powering. If you are worried about this affecting your food, I would bake the mat by itself in the oven for like half an hour to an hour.

This product can hold on to grease a bit. I baked bacon on one of the mats, and mat felt slightly greasy/oily until after a couple more baking/handwash cycles. I almost consider this a bonus as bacon is awesome, and I would like to think that the greasy feeling flavored foods cooked on it flavored them with bacon. Sadly, I did not notice that all of my food tasted like bacon (0/5 stars, all food cooked on these mats does not taste like bacon :-P).

The product description does not give a temperature rating, but if you contact the manufacturer, they will say 480F. As far as I can tell, this is the standard maximum temperature for silicone bake ware.

I bought the baking mat set with 2 baking sheets Nordic Ware Bakers Half Sheet, 13 by 18 by 1 Inch. The mat nearly fits the pan perfectly, and as best as I could expect it to, with the products coming from different manufacturers. The mat is probably a couple millimeters longer than perfect and probably a half a centimeter too narrow from perfect.

Overall, I am extremely satisfied with my purchase and would recommend these to anyone seeking a better baking experience.

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I was a bit hesitant to buy these since they were so much cheaper than the name brand baking mats. I figured for the price I'd give them a shot. They work great!

Reviews of Circulon Premier Professional 13-piece Hard-anodized Cookware Set

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I've been waiting a long time to purchase a really nice cookware set. I've had my eyes on this set for a very long time and after much debate, i finally purchased on amazon. When it arrived, I was so impressed. I anxiously took everything out of the box and rush to the kitchen to start cooking (also, I must say that the way the company packaged this 13 piece set in the box was amazing). After I finished cooking, I had food that "appeared" to have been stuck on...but to my surprise, it was just an illusion. Cleaning these pots were amazing and were like magic. I simply had to wipe away my mess with very little pressure or effort. I don't know how else to describe this cookware set other than saying this is in fact the best investment I've made this month. The seller shipped this out asap and I received it in a timely manner. The seller also answered some questions that I had in a timely fashion and was very friendly and professional. Overall I love this set. It's a very "sophisticated" and fancy looking set of cookware. The quality is amazing and it was worth every cent. Unfortunately, there are only 5 stars because I would definitely rate this with 10 stars...

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I got this set for my birthday and I am in love. The set is durable, handles don't heat up during cooking and the pots and pans heat up so high, you may have to slightly adjust you cooking settings. My old pots and pans were T-Fal. I have never seen water boil so vigorously and quickly as they do in the Circulon pots and pans. The non-stick feature is also much better. I cooked ground turkey in the pan and forgot to spray the pan with cooking spray. I cooked the turkey without any oil or spray and didn't realize what I had done until the turkey was fully cooked! No negatives to report thus far.

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I LOVE MY NEW PANS...WE HAD WAITED QUITE A WHILE TO PURCHASE NEW PANS AND AFTER WE BOUGHT A NEW FLAT TOP STOVE IT WAS ADVISED TO GET NEW PANS...SO WE DID. I LOVE THE COLOR AND COOKING IN THEM IS LIKE A DREAM COME TRUE.

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I was ready for a new set of pans and started my search, I looked at everything on line. I have a glass range top and you do need to be careful with what the pan bottoms are made of. I've had my 13 pc set of the Circulon Premier Professional for a couple months.

This set is wonderful quality a very good feel to the weight not heavy but solid feeling. Wipes clean with soap and water nothing sticks! The bottoms are perfect for any stove top especially for glass. The color is so different it brings style to cooking.

I do wish the made more of the smaller quart sizes ie: 2, 3, quarts sizes in open stock. You'll love cooking in this set.

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I've tried the Emeril cookware... this surpasses it in non-stick. Bought several other pieces to go with it. Fantastic value, fantastic quality!

Review of MIU France Stainless Steel Pasta Cooker and Steamer with Glass Lid

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I bought this pot specifically for making chicken stock, and it did the job perfectly. The contents heated up quickly and evenly on my glass top stove. I was able to bring a full pot to a boil within a few minutes. With my old 4 quart RevereWare pot, it would take 15-20 minutes to bring water to a boil. This MIU pot obviously has good heat retention and distribution. The bottom is thick and heavy and the entire pot has a good solid feel to it. The lid fits properly, and there were no problems with sputtering or dripping from the lid. The glass is a nice bonus. You can check on your food without having to the lift the lid and lose heat. I have not used the steamer basket or pasta insert. Both fit well, though. The pasta cooker, when inserted, sits about 1 inch from the bottom of the pot, but I cannot comment on its performance. The steamer basket has a handle for lifting that's hard to see in the photo. It's unlikely that I'll use the pasta cooker or steamer basket any time soon, but if I do, I'll update this review.

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Recently re-did and updated the kitchen and decided to update and organize the cookware. The two stock pots I had bought at a department store while servicable were really not much more than big tin cans with lids.

Saw this unit advertised as the weekly special at a higher end cutlery supply outfit and liked idea of combining a stock pot with a pasta cooker/strainer as my old strainer was out of a counter fryer and also getting a steamer. There was a couple of similair items I looked at some lower in price and some higher but this was a really good price and I did not see this store selling sub par products.

Arrived today and they do not sell sub par. I don't know where the other reviewer's pot came from but there is no comparsion in what he/she described and I got. The steamer is a heavy one piece stamped stainless steel piece with very well rolled edges like they should be with no gaps and the handles are the same size and are fitted well. Also must add the metal has a good ring to it when rapped.

The stock pot is very heavy with highly polished mirrlored (yes you can see yourself) sides and the encapsulated bottom is centered and attached well. It almost looks like one piece. Sides are not enscapulated but are thick enough to conduct heat while resisting dings. You can tell this would heat well and quickly and hold enough heat to not need a lot of bottom temp to cook which should cut down on potential burning. The inside is not shiny polished but is attractive and finished in a matt polish.

The pasta cooker is made the same way and fits well into the stock pot as does the steamer and the lid fits all three pieces like it should. Oh by the way all three pieces outside is a mirrorpolished finish.

The handles did I mention the handless. Well made comfortable and attached firmly. The have a smooth polished texture and are big enough to get a good grip.

Found out a little more about MIU France and they make quite a bit of metal culinary items including a clad stainless steel set that is said to be comparable to All Clad.

Now I have not fired them up but you can tell the manafacturing quality or lack of and this quality is above average. Yep they are made in China which a lot of things sadly are but it is what it is and I can remember when Made in Japan carried the same stigma.

If you need a good heavy stock pot heavy in like the pasta cooker insert probably weighs more than my old two pots with some nice extras this is a item worth considering. The store I got mine from usual price is $149 if you would like to compare. I luckily got for $69 a real steal especially considering good collnaders/strainers can run in the thirty buck range.

Man I gotta make some chili this weekend.

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Just so you know, MIU France is made in CHINA and the quality of the product is what could be expected from the low quality control standards of China. The Pasta Strainer insert has a seam in the metal which is very obvious and will attract bad stuff which can't be cleaned, unless you use a dental tool or something to scrape out the groove/seam. Also, the Steamer insert handles are of different lengths, one rests against the upper rim of the insert (which is the correct location) while the other one drops down into the steamer, all the way to the bottom (into the food you're steaming). These are just the first two things that jumped out at me when I opened the product, I'm sure I could find many more quality issues if I had the time. Not at all the quality I expected for the price and the deceptive name of the manufacturer "MIU France". Don't waste your money on this low quality product.

I'll admit, I'm not the easiest customer to please but that is why I paid the high price of this product and also was fooled by the manufacturers name...it should be "MIU China" which explains the poor quality of this product.

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I just returned the item and realized that since I opened it (which is when I discovered the poor quality and defects) I had to pay to ship it back. Using the cheapest available service though USPS it cost me almost $22 bucks! Save yourself time and money and purchase from a well-known manufacturer that has high quality control standards.

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Customer review from the Amazon Vine Program OK, I am a bachelor, I live alone with the cat. OTOH, I am actually a fair hand in the kitchen. However, my pots and pans are a collection of thriftshop bargains and hand-me-downs, no two of which match, and several of which aren't in very good shape.

So, when I had a chance to get this cool new cookware set from the famed KitchenAid folks, I jumped on it.

And, I am glad I did. This is a pretty "cool" set (and "cool" has a double-meaning here). Each piece is well crafted and solid. No thin cheapo stuff here.

You get two saucepans, a stockpot and a sauté panall with good solid glass covers with the neatest silicon rubber seals I have seen. And, two fry pans.

The glass covers allow you to watch your food, while sealing in the heat and steam when needed. They also don't rattle.

They also come with a silicon rubber pad under the heavy handle. This means that a heavy pot doesn't cut into your hand when lifting, it decreases fatigue. It also protected my hand from getting burnt when I forgot the potholderNICE! That's the other "cool" part.

(Still, one should always use hand protection anyway. "Important safety tip. Thanks, Egon.").

They also clean up just fine, just about as well as "non-stick". Just a spritz of oil spray and they were spotless with little effort. I even "torture tested" one, leaving stuff overnite and it still cleaned up spotless.

Now, in this paean of praise, I do want to say one thingI still like my old inherited cast iron frypan (It's older than I am!). I think it does a better job even than these stainless steel & aluminum marvels for certain fry jobs, like steaks (And I do like a good steak!). But of course, seasoning and maintaining good cast iron is a long term process, and not for everyone. However, for me, for this set, I would have preferred one more saucepan and one less frypan.

Gorgeous set, perfect for as a giftwedding, housewarming or that bachelor you may know.

I have dropped off all my old stuff to the Salvation Army folks.... except my cast iron, of course!

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Customer review from the Amazon Vine Program We were really excited to get this set.

Unpacking them, we thought these will be great to use:

The handles are sturdy and easy to grip

The handles have hard-rubber like material underneath that make them easy to grab and not so hot

The steel is brilliant and the finishing fantastic

The thickness of the metal makes them feel high class and very sturdy

The problem...

We were cooking some vegetables and put the lid on the skillet. Not an uncommon thing to do, but when we checked the pot, the lid was stuck!

It wasn't that easy to work with when the pan was so hot, so we let it cool thinking that the pan and the lid would come unstuck. Nope.

Big problem, we were going out of town the next day. So not only did we not have the food we cooked, we had to put the pan in the fridge to try to work on it when we got back from our trip.

This was not a good way to get going with the set.

Even when the pan was completely cooled, we couldn't get the lid off. We tried running it under cold water, hot water, we were pulling very hard to try to get the lid off, and no go.

Finally after getting back from our trip, we were able to fit the edge of a spoon between the rubber part of the lid and the pan and pry the lid off.

Whew. We'd be careful to not let that happen again...right?

Well, it happened again with one of the pots and the lid. The lid got stuck and wouldn't come off and we were trying to watch for to prevent it from happening!

The trick to getting the pans and lids unstuck, in case it happens to you, is to get the edge of a sturdy spoon, and to place it at the rubber part of the lid just over the handle of the pot, then you can use the pot's handle for leverage to pop the top off.

It wouldn't be such a big deal, but these are very nice cookware pieces. You'd think that this sort of thing would have been tested for.

So if lids suctioned to their pans is something you don't mind, go for. If not, get ready to pump some iron, er, steel.

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Customer review from the Amazon Vine Program I couldn't be more pleased with this cook set. As I continue to use it I will update this review. There are a couple other sets out there that are close competition so I wanted to be clear on what makes this set different for me. I'm a single guy who doesn't always cook daily, but is not afraid to tackle "advanced" cooking techniques and real homemade from scratch food when I get the urge. I want to give a complete review so you understand what kind of cooking I do and how I use the cookware to best understand if it may fit your needs.

My background with cookware:

I'm normally a Farberware and T-Fal user, not the cheapest, not the most expensive and I've been eyeing upgrading my essential cookware for some time. Specifically-as my cooking skills advance I could use pans that can also go in the oven-which my current T Fal and Farberware cannot. Doing dicing in the pan is a no-go on the nonstick surfaces (I've ruined some, knowing I shouldn't do it, but needing to), so the French skillets in stainless in this kit was very welcomed.

What you get:

The description is accurate on "what & how many", but I wanted to outline the experience. From opening the box I was struck by the beauty of this cookware-very visually appealing, and could easily be displayed in your kitchen. If you have no option than to hang pans, these look really really nice. It's all very thick and durable, but at the same time does not feel too heavy at all. The weight seems just right, and well balanced from side to side. Even from sight, a pan on pan comparison left me ready to donate my old cookware for this set. Of course I didn't, and will continue to use th new set to see how well I like it.

The aluminum disc in the bottom of the pans is really a step up from what I'm used to (I attached a picture)-quite thick, and does do a great job of even heating. The handles and lids have silicone rubber seals and grips, which not only looks but feels premium and keeps the lid from "rattling" during heavy boils. Looking back, the T-Fal and Farberware were quite basic with hard plastic handles and lid handles that couldn't go in the oven. I guess you don't know what you're missing until you've experienced better!

The handles are extremely comfortable to use (picture attached), and I hadn't realized how this would make a difference over what I am using currently. The curve evenly distributes the weight of the pan across the whole palm of your hand as you grip it, as opposed to my current T-Fal which puts most of the weight at one end of your hand due to the straight through construction. With a straight handle you pick your shoulder up in the air so your hand accommodates the handle, instead of the handle accommodating to you. Very appreciated and easily overlooked feature.

The sauce pan and stock pan are wide topped to make it easy for in-pan whisking, as well as quicker reductions. I believe the kit calls this "windsor shape" which I wasn't familiar with.

Cleanup has been great so far, and as a kit you can fit every piece in a standard sized dishwasher in one washing (picture attached). I always say the real test of a pan is how well it cleans up when something gets a bit burnt on, or potatoes fog up the bottom of a stock pot. Neither has happened to me yet, so I'll have to report back in after that happens.

Comparison to other close matched 10 piece kits Amazon sells:

The Cuisinart 77 kit is 10 piece also, and can go 150 degrees higher in the oven, but does not have silicone grips or lid seals and windsor leans.

The Farberware Classic set is similar 10 piece, and is essentially what I own. The non stick pans scrape easily, handles are hard and can only oven to 350 degrees. Pans are thinner and lids rattle.

The Cuisinart Chef kit is well rated, but doesn't have premium handles, as deep of a frying pan, or rattle free lids.

The Rachel Ray kit is really nice, but hand washing is recommended. Major bummer in my book.

Warranty & Value:

The warranty with this kit is similar to others-to your door replacement first year, and send in for a similar replacement for life. A normal expectation with premium cookware. An interesting bit of research I did-the instruction and warranty envelope said "Thank you for purchasing Meyer Gourmet Cookware". Meyer Manufacturing makes Anolon brand cookware, which, if you compare, would yield this to be the best value Anolon cookware set available!

In summary, I've been pleased with the set and some premium features it includes over my existing collection of cookware. It looks nice, cooks well and cleans up well. It would make a great kit for the aspiring cook, for your first set of cookware if the price is ok for you, as a gift, or for someone who really needs to replace several items in your cookware collection. Of course if you're a professional chef, you'll probably prefer to build your cookware set piece by piece, but if you're in the market for a really nice set, I couldn't recommend any other options more than this one.

*I've attached several photos that have additional comments beyond the review.

Update 1: After some use, two new discoveries: The large stock pot and the skillets use the same size lids, so that's one less "trial" you have to do when reaching for one plus a lid. On the downside, the "tops" of the metal handles don't stay as cool as I want, and actually can get pretty hot. The normal grip of a lid is around the handle, so you have to learn to lift with the flat part of your hand and not grip around it. I disliked this feature enough that I docked it a star, down to 4 stars.

Update 2: Some more weeks in, I've had some food stick and it washed right away... no stains, no problems. Still just as pleased as I was originally. After update 1 above, I've mad just a tiny adjustment to how I grab the lids, and it's proven no problem again at all. I've left the review at 4 stars instead of 5 because I'd suggest a design modification for the handle style but other than that I'm still far more pleased with this kit than the Farberware stuff I had before.

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(2008 HOLIDAY TEAM) Customer review from the Amazon Vine Program This KitchenAid Gourmet Stainless Steel 10-Piece Cookware Set is a good solid product and a good value for what you get. Over the past year I have evaluated a lot of cookware and used pots and pans from 3 new cookware sets. Good cookware is a big investment. While this set is reasonable, it will be worth it for some people to invest a little more on an alternative.

PROS:

++ Good value for a stainless steel set

++ Variety of pots allow you to prepare many types of meals

++ Glass lids allow you to monitor your food without slowing down the cooking

++ Handle grips are cushioned to add some comfort when moving skillets or pots

++ Skillets have high walls for splatter or for turning omelets

++ Riveted handles provide greater strength and durability than the screws used in many entry level sets

++ Saucepans are functional

++ Awesome oversized stock pot is great for stews and soups

++ Non-stick surface heats up quickly and cleans easily, though clad performs better

++ Warrantee allows for free replacement within the first year

++ After the first year, you have to send in the cookware at your own expense if it fails

CONS:

-Does not specify the grade of stainless steel, which means it's likely not 18/10

-Thick aluminum core bases add a lot of weight

-For a little more, an entry level clad set offers much more in terms of quality and features

-Alternatives have metal lids instead of silicone ringed glass (could be a positive if you like this feature)

-Skillets are on the smaller side, limiting functionality

-While functional, saucepans are on the smaller side as well

-Pan walls are on the thin side

-Touted as "dishwasher safe," but the fine-print states dishwasher use voids the warrantee

-Many other warrantee limitations, so read carefully before first use

-Also touted as "oven-safe" though I advise against this (low heat rating, handle grips, etc.)

PERFORMANCE VS PRODUCT CLAIMS

Only a quick clean-up was required before the initial use. I found that cleaning up the pots and pans took longer after each use than my clad cookware. But the pans all heated up evenly, if a little slowly. One other note about this product is that despite the product description, plan to clean every piece by hand if you don't want to void your warrantee. While the set is technically "dishwasher safe," the fine-print on the included pamphlet states in no uncertain terms that they are not responsible for damage caused by dishwashers.

The skillets worked well, though the 8.5 inch skillet is a little small for my use. Even the 10 inch is about the smallest I would ideally use. An ideal set would include one 10 inch skillet and one 12 inch. The 8 inch is good for preparing single portions at a time, and is certainly good enough for omelets or small portions of pan seared meats. But I try to make as many meals using single pans, which is why I would tend towards larger skillets. Just one note: the product description includes the claim that these are perfect for making crepes. If anybody has the skill to make a decent crepe in a skillet, I bow down to you.

The large stock pot is really the nicest pot in this set. It's normal for sets to include slightly smaller stock pots, and the added size means this will be immediately useful as an addition to my many different pots. It's not oversized, but this is a great size for stews and soups.

THE ALTERNATIVES

This set is aluminum core cookware, which is why there are thick disks at the base of each piece. That helps them to heat evenly, but it also adds a lot of weight.

There are many advantages to a fully clad set such as the Cuisinart MCP-12 MultiClad Pro Stainless Steel 12-Piece Cookware Set I've been using over the past 6 months. Clad cookware heats up much quicker, has a higher temperature threshold, and is lighter to use. It's also a little bit easier to clean, though that distinction only shows up over long term use. The Cuisinart 77-10 Chef's Classic Stainless-Steel 10-Piece Cookware Set or Cuisinart 77-17 Chef's Classic Stainless 17-Piece Cookware Set are also worth consideration, though I don't own that version.

Also, there is bound to be some concern about leaching from the silicone rings on the glass tops. I am not super concerned about that, as this material has come a long way. There is tons of silicone bake-ware that has to withstand much higher temperatures than this set. Still, Kitchen Aid has a number of similar sets that have metal rimmed glass or stainless steel lids. The KitchenAid Gourmet Distinctions Stainless Steel 10-Piece Cookware Set, KitchenAid 75826 Gourmet Essentials 10-Piece Brushed Stainless Steel Cookware Set and KitchenAid Gourmet Essentials Stainless Steel 12-Piece Cookware Set all deserve consideration. I would definitely review them if that is an issue for you.

CONCLUSION

If you are looking for a gift for a housewarming or a young graduate getting their first apartment, this has to be high on the list of sets to be considered. But if you are looking for yourself and this is your first foray into stainless steel cookware, you may want to evaluate your options. Paying a little more now can help you avoid having to buy another set in the future. The Cuisinart Multiclad Pro is my favorite.

Happy shopping.

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I didn't buy this set on amazon. As others have noted, the lids can stick due to the formation of a vacuum. A reviewer even had a lid shatter, but another counters that it only happens if a pot lid is used on a frying pan. NOT SO! If cooking pasta in any of the pans with a lid, the water can foam up. To avoid a boil-over, I took the pan off the stove and it instantly cooled forming a vacuum preventing the lid from being removed! I pryed the lid off with a screwdriver and placed the lid on the counter and instantly the lid is vacuum-locked onto the counter! Yikes! Not only is this super annoying, it can be dangerous. The distracted cook could pull hard causing a spill of hot liquid.

Update Partial Solution:

I love the set otherwise and would give it 5 stars, but this is a major issue. Kitchen-Aid could have a steam hole in the lid as does T-Fal. If you are handy, there is a homemade solution to modify the rubber lid edge. The rubber is easily cut with a razor, but this will leave an ugly cut mark. Instead, take a wood dowel and wrap with 150 grit sandpaper.

1. Prevent lid from sticking to the counter. Observe where the lid contacts the counter top. Abrade a small section removing about 1/16 inch. Check by placing the lid on the counter to see if there is now a small opening to allow air in. The result is invisible.

2. Prevent the lid from sticking to the pan. Observe where the lid touches the pan edge. Using the sandpaper abrade a small depression in the rubber at that point. This a little more awkward, but can be done with patience. The result is almost invisible.

3. Although the same process can be used to prevent the lids from sticking to the frying pans, a larger cut is necessary which will be easily visible. Or just remember to not use the lids there.

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Was a great dish but unfortunately smashed for no reason when removing it from the oven. Was cooking at 400F, opened oven door, slid tray out that the dish was on and, bang! Dish now in multiple parts and off to the bin. This was only the third or fourth time this dish was used. It was always hand washed and nothing came into contact with it on removal from the oven. Picking this was faulty but hard to prove. Still gave it 4/5 and would recommend to all. I'm sure this wont happen to everyone.

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I was looking for a nice lasagna pan, preferably with a lid. I already have some of the other pieces in RR's stoneware collection, have been happy with them, so I went with this one. It's a little smaller than the Rachael Ray Stoneware 9-Inch by 13-Inch Rectangular Lasagna Lover Pan, Red, which I was also considering. But I am usually only cooking for two, plus, I wanted one with a lid, which the larger pan does not have. Still, you can make a decent-sized casserole in this one.

I love the way these pieces look; such a fun look and so much nicer than some boring metal or plain Pyrex pan. The stoneware retains the heat very well. They are also super-easy to clean, and are dishwasher-safe. I use thick welding gloves as oven mitts, and the handles on these pans are big enough so I can get a good grip while wearing those gloves.

Highly recommended.

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I really enjoy this product and would recommend it to most anyone. The size is great and can be used for many different dishes from lasagna to casseroles and roasts. The color is great and the overall look is very attractive. This product is very versatile and can go from oven to table and then straight to the fridge for leftovers. I love that! As others have stated this really is a non-stick pan. It is extremely easy to clean as well. I wash mine by hand but it is dishwasher safe as well.

The product is very heavy but I expect that with stoneware. Just be aware that if you are looking for a lighter weight product this is not it.

I also love that the lid fits very snuggly into the main casserole dish. It doesn't slip or slide around and keeps a nice tight fit.

The only thing I would change is the handle on the lid. It is a solid piece and I feel like it will easily slip from my hand if I am not extremely careful. I would much prefer a handle that is open like the side handles on the main pan.

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Gorgeous color. Lasagna fits wonderfully. Goes from oven to table. Then, it goes back to frig IF you have leftovers.

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This is terrific! I love the looks, the ergonomics are great and it is quite large! What a lovely item with which to work and in which to serve! Very pleased!!

Reviews of Edgeware Edge Grip 2 Stage Knife Sharpener

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I purchased this knife sharpener because the price was right. I wanted a spare knife sharpener to keep at my camper. It will sharpen knives just as well as more expensive two stage sharpeners do. The cutters are fixed so you can't replace them. At the price who cares, buy a new one and save the aggravation of replacing cutters at $7 a pop.

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I bought this specifically for some inexpensive "Farberware Pro" knives, for which it matched the factory bevel very well. I have not tried it with any other knives, but I imagine Farberware's grind is fairly typical of most kitchen knives being sold today.

This sharpener is not comparable to a stone or similar systems when faced with varied or more complex grinds, and is not going anywhere near the cleaver, for example. However, the carbide bits are very aggressive, much better than typical "coarse" ceramic sharpeners, and could probably regrind a knife fairly quickly. The "fine" ceramic rods are standard fare.

The grip looked small in the picture but, combined with the traction from the rubber bottom, proved comfortable and completely secure. Of the fixed angle, countertop sharpeners I have encountered, this is the best designed and I expect to replace it with same model when it wears out.

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I recently bought this to sharpen all of my kitchen knives which had gone dull over the years. At first, I didn't think it worked too well. But then I went to the Edgeware website and watched their YouTube video on how to use it, and realized that you may have to pull the knife throught the sharpener up to 10 times to get it sharp. (I was initially only pulling it through a couple times.)

After pulling through the knives about 5 times, the knives did indeed get very sharp. For my knives, I pulled them through the "course" side 5-6 times, then through the "fine" side about 4 times. Seemed to work well for me.

Another tip I learned by watching Edgeware's YouTube video, was to set the sharpener on the edge of the counter at a 45 degree angle. (That's apparently what the v-shaped groove is for on the bottom of the sharpener.) When the sharpener is on the edge, you can pull the knives straight through and down without worrying about hitting the countertop and scratching it or breaking the tip off your knife.

Lastly, I'm not sure why some reviewers say that this only works on small knives. I used it on small knives, as well as all of my larger chef style knives. The process is exactly the same no matter the size of the knife. So it should work the same, and indeed it worked just fine on all of my small and large knives.

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This is a fantastic product. It's inexpensive, ergonomically friendly, and sharpens very well. Because it is both small and attractive, I can leave it on the kitchen counter beside my knife block for very quick, easy touch-up sharpening (use the ceramic slot for this purpose).

You may or may not want to buy an expensive electric sharpener to sharpen all your knives a couple of times a year, but you definitely want to have a Smith's Edge Grip handy so you can easily keep your edges sharp on a day-to-day basis.

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This is a magnificent little sharpener. As a former professional chef, I can honestly say if this product had been available twenty years ago I would have had one. When the blade dulls the work is slower and more likely to result in inferior cuts and accidental cuts. If you follow the instructions you'll have a razor sharp knife in about one minute. For the money, this is the BEST product for the kitchen I've seen in years! Thank you for making my food prep easier & better.

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I've been cooking aebleskivers for several years in an excellent no-name cast iron pan that I bought in Solvang ten years ago. It is very well broken in with a smooth non-stick patina in all seven indents. I want to teach my sons how to cook aebleskivers themselves because they will be out on their own soon, and it never hurts to be able to attract a woman who loves Danish delicacies!

Therefore, I have been looking to buy some additional aebleskiver pans and I was excited to see this new pan from Lodge, so I ordered one to give it a try. I like the design a lot and am impressed with how it heats up quickly and holds it's temperature nicely. The first batch of aebleskivers had some sticking, but I expected that. I will need to use it a lot more before it has the same non-stick surfaces as my old pan (no, it's not for sale!), but I can tell that this pan will get there with use.

By the way, I've found that there are many recipes for aebleskivers and several different techniques for cooking them. I'm sure that they all will work well with some practice, but I'll describe the one that I've settled on, because it is so easy:

Heat the pan at a medium-low setting. Take about two cups of prepared pancake mix (I use Krusteaz Buttermilk) and add a couple of teaspoons of sugar. Mix it in and stir in enough cold water to make the consistency about the same as you would for drop bisquits. Don't overmix it and let it sit for awhile to rise a bit before you cook it. Put a little butter or margerine in each indent and add about a teaspoonful of batter to each indent (If you're new to aebleskivers, I recommend trying only three at once.) I then drizzle a little butter on the edges of each indent. After about a minute, I use a knitting needle (or chopstick) to turn each aebleskiver one quarter turn. I add a little more butter and then turn them so the round side is up. I keep turning them with a spoon until they're done. (You'll just have to break one of them open to check, because it's dependent on your batter and temperature.)

Once you get it down (usually after a few rejects), serve them in threes on a small plate with thinned out raspberry jam and powdered sugar. Once you eat them, you'll understand why people go through all this just to make a pancake that looks like a racquetball!

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The pre-seasoning of this pan really does work! It gives you about a year or two head start on the seasoning. My first use, I just brushed the wells of the hot pan with butter and put the batter in. No sticking at all. The price on Amazon is great, too!

Ingredients

○ 2 cups all-purpose flour

○ 1 teaspoon kosher salt

○ 1/2 teaspoon baking soda

○ 2 eggs, separated

○ 1 3/4 cups buttermilk

○ 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (more melted butter to brush in the pan)

○ cardamom or cinnamon to taste (optional)

Directions

a. Put the aebleskiver pan on a medium-to-high heat.

b. Whisk the dry ingredients together. Whisk the egg yolks with the buttermilk and melted butter in a separate bowl.

c. Beat the egg whites until they just hold a 2-inch peak. (don't over beat.)

d. Add the liquid buttermilk-butter-yolk mixture to the dry ingredients in a slow, steady stream while gently mixing with a rubber spatula. You should still have large patches of dry ingredients by the time you finish, this is more wetting of the batter than mixing.

e. Fold in the egg whites, again with a light touch.

f. Brush one of the hollows with some melted butter. Then take a small ladle or big spoon and fill the hollow not-quite-to-the-top with batter. Depending on how hot your pan is, you may need to add batter quickly so the butter doesn't hit its smoke point. Fill the other hollows the same way.

g. By the time you've finished filling the last hollow, the first one should be just about ready for turning. Take your knitting needle (or wooden skewer) poke it into the crust with your poker and pull upward. The idea is to pull the semi-spherical shell up out of the hollow. Push it so it caps off the hollow, allowing the uncooked dough from the center of the shell to fall into the hollow. Repeat for the other hollows.

h. Now it's just about turning the balls every now and then to give them an even heat. Remove from pan when a toothpick comes out clean, usually about 5 or 6 minutes. The aebleskiver should be brown (not just tan).

i. Serve immediately with some thinned raspberry jam.

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This Aebleskiver pan does double duty in our house. First, of course, it does wonderful aebleskivers. However, I do not make them all of the time but I do make muffins quite often so the pan also serves as a little muffin pan. The pan will hold one package of muffin mix like a Martha White and it will get you seven nice little golden-crusted muffins. My son calls what comes out "cute little mushroom muffins." I am tempted to get a real cast-iron muffin pan because this one does so well.

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I grew up making and eating Aebleskiver and I have used several different styles of pans to do so. The one thing that all the best cooking pans have had in common is that they are ringed in cast iron. This pan is not ringed in cast iron. Look at several different styles of these pans and you will see the difference. You need a heavy, heavy cast iron pan, and it really needs to have the extra ring of cast iron. This has held true for me whether I've been cooking on a gas stove or an electric.

I've seen this question here, and yes, these pans work on gas stoves or on electric. I have a glass top electric stove and I use cast iron on it all the time. I called the manufacturer of my stove to be sure that it was ok.

You must season cast iron before you use it.

There seem to be a million variations on Aebleskiver recipes, and all have their place, but the one thing to be sure of is to pre-heat the pan properly, and to use enough grease in each little pocket! Use a teaspoon of butter in each pocket for the first round. Be sure it's well heated, but not too hot that the butter will burn. This is just the right temperature to cook perfectly. Butter is best and I do not use anything else any more. Watch them, and when they start to puff up a bit, check them. I turn them with a fork because I don't knit, but a knitting needle is what all the old women use.

According to my grandmother and mother, a proper recipe has the egg whites separated and beaten stiffly, then folded in to the rest of the batter. If you want to put the work in for the real deal, look for a recipe like that and pick your favorite.

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I'm a big foodie, yet I've never had an aebleskiver before. But they looked like a fun, tasty item to make, so when my wife asked if I wanted anything to help her get free shipping, I had her add one of these pans on while it was on sale.

It arrived with basically no instructions, so I went off to the internet for recipes, all of which required ingredients I didn't have. So I noticed that someone had used a Krusteaz pancake mix with a little sugar added...so I decided to wing it.

I rinsed the pan with hot water and scrubbed it a bit (the pan is pre-seasoned with a pretty good coating already), put it on an electric burner to preheat for a bit (it looks like it would work better on a gas stove, but with some preheating time, electric works just fine), added about a teaspoon of oil to each divet, and added some Krusteaz mixture. The first three were pretty much a disaster leaving little chunks behind in the pan. For some reason (more preheating? a little more oil?) the next batch came out better, and the final batch of 3 or 4 came out in perfectly shaped little balls. And EXTREMELY tasty. The pan cleaned up easily, and I've made at least one batch every day since (however I'm almost out of mix now!).