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Tuesday, December 16, 2014

Review of Bayou Classic 10-gal. Stainless Steel Stockpot with Spigot

Bayou Classic 10-gal. Stainless Steel Stockpot with Spigot
Customer Ratings: 5 stars
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Great brew kettle. The gallon indications on the side are great for getting the right amount wort set for the preboil.

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I bought this 10 gallon pot with valve assembly so that I could mash and sparge in the same pot without having to pour into another bucket or pot. I am satisfied with the purchase and quality except that the valve does not come welded to the pot. It's true that it's not stated that the valve is welded, but I assumed that it would be when I bought the pot based on the picture. If it came welded, then I would have given it 5 stars.

However, the pot is very durable, seems to be well constructed, and is a little cheaper than other pots with valves. It comes with a heat shield to protect the valve and O-rings. Even with the valve assembly screwed on, there's no to minimal leaking, which is more than adequate for brewing beer or boiling crawfish.

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This pot is great except for the valve locking mechanism. It doesn't lock it closed (its supposed to) but will still lock it open. Just what I need when I'm dumping a bunch of boiling liquid and forget that I have to touch a small hot piece of metal to close the valve. I guess i should just remove the little metal locking slider.

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There's more expensive "quality" stuff out there, but this pot is perfect. Maybe a little light on the stanless, but I'm hapopy with it. The price is great. The only thing I would recommend besides getting one with a thermometer built into it is....get at least two! For now I'm using a 6 gal stock pot (which is VERY versitile) but I would like to be able to drain into my boiler then into the fermenter. I'll get another soon.

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High quality materials that is well manufactured. I really like that it has a scale built into the back, easily visible from the front. The valve is very high quality and locks in place to prevent accidental opening. Very well thought out product.

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Saturday, December 13, 2014

Cheap Rachael Ray Tools 2-Piece Nylon Spoon Set, Orange

Rachael Ray Tools 2-Piece Nylon Spoon Set, Orange
Customer Ratings: 5 stars
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This set is a great find and I highly recommend it. At first, I was a little deterred from this item due to the size & color. Most of our cooking utensils are more 'subtle' in color and I felt this particular shade was a little bit, loud.

In the end, my wallet got the better of me and I'm glad we bought this set. Prior to having this, we were always gingerly scooping stuff out of our non-stick pots using a metal spoon or ladle. Not only was that a slow process, but metal spoons get quite hot.

These spoons on the other hand, don't heat up, are heat resistant, easy to clean up, and offer peace of mind that it won't scratch those non-stick surfaces. For that matter, it won't mar those expensive SS pots & pans either.

The spoons are all one-piece designs, so there is no place for small food fragments or sauces to get trapped, making for easy cleaning and less worry about bacteria and decaying food particles.

I don't know how we been able to survive this long without these spoons. I highly recommend this set for anyone looking for good cooking spoons.

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Rachael Ray's 2-piece spoon set (with slotted spoon) is one of the best spoon sets I have purchased. I use this set every time I cook anything that has to be stirred. I liked this set so well that I bought a second set for myself and another set for my daughter. This set is light-weight, easy to clean, and the long handles keep the spoons from sliding into the food in the pot. I searched other places for Rachael Ray products and found that Amazon has the best prices for these spoons as well as her cookware. Even with my having RA, I can use these spoons with ease. I highly recommend having at least one set in your kitchen.

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These spoons are great, they don't weigh much and are easy to use and wash. they are deep enough to stir any type of foods, not only do they look great, but they work great. I am very happy with the Rachael Ray products and look forward to purchasing more of her items. The colors are great, you never have a difficult time locating them.

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I bought the to match the cookware and they go together perfectly. I would recommend them and buy more of this brand.

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My wife and I love it! High quality and they look great! Love the color! Durable too! Highly recommend! You won't be sorry you bought this set!

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Friday, December 12, 2014

Review of Anolon Chef Clad Stainless Steel 10-Piece Cookware Set

Anolon Chef Clad Stainless Steel 10-Piece Cookware Set
Customer Ratings: 4.5 stars
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I wanted the Clad pans with the outer Anolon cover. LOVE the pans. Heavy, thick, nice looking, clean well and cook great. Was a little worried since I couldn't find but one review of these. But very pleased that they will last a long time.

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I have a couple Anolon Advanced pieces that I picked up at BB&B, the 8" skillet and the "Ultimate Pan" to be specific. I was impressed with the quality of these products, but noticed like on most teflon or non-stick coated surfaces they could be damaged by heat, using a metal spatula, or being washed in a dishwasher. Well, Capholon is typically overpriced and the quality doesn't seem much different. Others seem inferior or out of my price range of what I wanted to spend.

So, looking on Amazon and the Anolon website I found this set. An aluminum set with a stainless steel inner layer? I don't think I've ever seen that combination but it made a lot of sense. Aluminum is only surpassed by copper as far as cookware goes for distributing heat evenly. The steel inside acts as the protective layer, making it easy to clean and last for years to come. And, I can put them in the dishwasher!

If you are looking for a set that is reasonable in price, but don't like the fact your non-sticks are peeling and chipping and/or can't put them in the dishwasher: You cannot go wrong with this set!

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Customer review from the Amazon Vine Program Cookware is worth spending a lot of money on. Good cookware that's properly cared for will last a lifetime, if not longer. With the exception of cast iron, good cookware is typically expensive because the materials cost what they cost -everybody is paying the same price for metals; nobody can sell them cheaper than someone else.

Anolon keeps costs down by having only the cooking surface of the pans -the interior -be stainless steel. The outside of the pans -except the bottom which is stainless -is aluminum. The reason All-Clad stainless steel cookware is so expensive and praised is because the exterior is completely stainless steel (the interior is aluminum). That, combined with their construction, makes them pretty much indestructible. The aluminum exterior of the Anolon will be more susceptible to damage from impact with objects and especially heat than pans that are completely stainless. You must be very careful not to allow a heat source to come into direct contact with the aluminum sides of the pans -that means never using the smaller pots on large gas burners.

I spent a week using this set to make everything from sautéed vegetables, to risotto and soups. Overall the performance was pretty good. The pans heated pretty fast and fairly evenly; the benefit of the stainless steel interior is that you can stick sharp objects into the pan -it's very hard to damage the surface.

My main complaint is that these pans are fairly heavy -noticeably heavier than my All-Clad stainless and Calphalon hard-anodized. If you're cooking something that requires tossing or moving the pan around a lot, it could make things a bit more difficult. That's why I removed a star.

While the pans are advertised as being dishwasher safe, I would never do that because dishwasher detergent tends to be pretty abrasive. The easiest way to clean stainless steel is with Bar Keepers Friend. Just let the pans soak for a little, pour out the water, sprinkle some BKF in, and clean with a wet spong. They'll look brand new.

Overall this is a good entry-level set for someone who wants the benefits of cooking with a stainless steel interior. The price really is quite good for the quality. More experienced cooks will want to save up for All-Clad.

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Customer review from the Amazon Vine Program The brushed aluminum finish really makes these look great, but looks aren't everything...unless you don't plan on using them...then looks would be pretty important.

But if you do plan on using them, there are a few quirks.

We compared these against a nice Kitchen aid set, and the Anolon seem weighted heavy.

Well Balanced? -

Heavy cookware can mean quality, but it's not that the Anolon were heavier it's that the way the handles are placed, they just doesn't feel properly balanced between the handle and the pot. It was a very noticeable difference when we picked them up. Maybe the angle of the handles are too steep and don't distribute the weight very well. Not sure. They just are not as easy to hold as they should be.

Hot Handles? -

The lids are pretty good. They don't have the rubber along the edges which can actually make a seal and lock the top on to the pot. But, the handles do get hot, just FYI. Other pots will have a rubber or silicon grip to the underside of the handle. These don't.

Brushed Aluminum for show? -

The Cookware look great with the brushed aluminum, but I thought Aluminum was being removed from antiperspirants over health concerns.

Wanting to see what the fine print said in the notice that came with the pots, it looks like the aluminum is just a coating on the outside. But what's interesting is the warning that it states if you let a pot boil water until dry (not a good idea at all, but accidents do happen), and since the aluminum is just for the distinct look, it's interesting to see what the care information states for the Aluminum with stainless or copper base:

"In some cases, cookware with an aluminum core base or cookware with a base container copper that is allowed to boil dry, may melt and separate from the pan body resulting in severe personal injury and/or property damage. If your pan boils dry and you see molten aluminum, do not pick up your pan. Turn the burner off, allow the pan to cool, then remove from the burner and discard."

Doesn't give me a lot of confidence there. Maybe that can happen to any old pot or pan, but our old set is stainless steal, not covered in brushed aluminum.

Some people will care about that, and some won't but I wanted to mention it for those who might want to look into it before buying.

-A tip --

After a little bit of use, one thing we noticed were white spots in the base of the pan. Scrubbing didn't do much, but the care instructions said a little vinegar would do the trick, so we scrubbed with a little vinegar, and it worked.

So, if you're going for the look, they are elegant looking. They don't feel well balanced, but that's a matter of preference and will be different for each person.

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Customer review from the Amazon Vine Program I've been getting good use out of these and trying to get a sense of how they hold up. The company happened to send them to be reviewed just before Thanksgiving, so it was a good opportunity to test them out.

These have been extremely easy to use. They've been cooking things very evenly, and I've been impressed by how easy it's been to clean them up thus far. They don't have the bolts for the handles that are flush with the surface of the pot, so you occasionally have to scrub around that area with just a little extra care to make sure it's getting clean. Nothing that's especially troublesome though.

I've particularly liked how well the handles do at remaining cool even when something has been cooking for a long time. I was really paranoid about burning my hands for the first couple of days but it seems like they just aren't getting all that hot.

In person they look like they'd be very much at home sitting next to a computer or monitor made by Apple due to the finish. If that's an aesthetic you happen to enjoy, you're very likely to be pleased with them. They feel a bit heavy, but I suspect that's because I'm used to pots with plastic handles and the additional metal adds weight.

On the whole, you can obviously do better quality-wise if you get something like All-Clad, but I'm really impressed by how good these are given the price point they're sitting at. They're much better than the various pieces I've been using previously that are in about the same realm for cost.

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Thursday, November 13, 2014

Pyrex Advantage 9 x 13 Inch Rectangular Baking Dish with Cover Reviews

Pyrex Advantage 9 x 13 Inch Rectangular Baking Dish with Cover
Customer Ratings: 4.5 stars
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To me, Pyrex is synonomous with heat-proof tempered glass cookware. That's not what this baking dish is. Instead this is a stamped metal pan with a non-stick coating. While it appears like a little heavier gauge metal than the bargain basement pans, it's not what I'd call heavy duty either. My micrometer says that the material thickness is 0.02505" inclusive of the coatings on both sides.

The pan itself, once you get past the material not being what you expected, is a nice design. All of the inside corners are (rounded) at >1/4" radius which should make it easier to clean than a pan with sharp corner bends. It also has a 1 1/4" flange around to the top edges that extends outward and upward at about a 20 degree angle from horizontal. The outside edge of the flange is finished in a full roll which should give it considerable extra strength and eliminate any sharp edges. The flange also provides some slosh protection if you're carrying the pan with a liquid inside and makes the pan particularly easy to carry even if you're wearing oven mitts. There are two embossed marks on the inside of one of the long sides of the pan that indicate the levels at which the pan is 1/2 and 3/4 full. There are also tick marks embossed in the tops of the flanges on all four sides a tad less than 1 1/2" apart. These are there presumably for you to use as a guide when cutting the contents of the pan into portions.

The coating looks like a typical silver/gray non-stick material that probably won't stand up to metal utensils. So make sure you use non-stick safe plastic spatulas and knives with this pan if you want to preserve the integrity of the coating.

The top is pretty much like it looks in the picture. It is made of a moulded semi-transparent clear plastic with a snap catch on each end which secures it quite securely to the pan. Of course, this cover is meant as a storage cover and would not be suitable for any application hotter than warm water.

I'm torn on how to rate this pan. It's not what you would probably expect and nowhere in the product description is it mentioned that this is not a Pyrex glass pan, but instead stamped metal. This is deceptive since I think it's natural that you would expect a smoke colored glass pan after reading the description and looking at the picture. However, if you want a medium duty non-stick metal pan this is a well-designed pan and will probably serve you well. That's why I've given it a 4. If the metal was a bit heavier gauge I'd have given it a 5.

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I bought two of these for my mother who makes us breakfast casseroles every Christmas. I thought I was ordering glass pyrex baking dishes with covers and had them shipped directly to her. I was surprised when she gave them to me full and they were metal. Nevertheless, after our brunch of baked on eggs, cheese, sausage, etc... I put them in the sink to soak for an hour or so. You seriously could have wiped them clean with a paper towel! One swipe with the sponge and the pan was clean! No scrubbing required at all. As the edges are rounded, there is no scouring tight corners. I am concerned that over time the non-stick coating may degrade, but hopefully with use of plastic utensils they will last for awhile. I may order a few for myself and toss all my old Baker's Secret pans! I wouldn't trust the handle on the plastic lid unless you are carrying something very lightweight.

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This is the best no stick pan I have ever owned, and the great tight fitting cover makes it even better. The cover has a handle recessed in it and makes it so easy to transport without worry of the cover coming off. It even has lines inside to make even cutting very easy to achieve. I had to go to Amazon to find it after my neighbor saw mine and wanted one. I was surprised it was "pyrex" brand, as I associate pyrex with glass products which I also have.

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Bakes and carries well, easy to use lid. Be careful with handle, I carry it holding onto base and not handle, it seems like the side clips would give way easily. They should try to improve the fasteners.

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Our old pans were scratched and rusted. These pans replaced those and are great! They extra wide lips on each edge work well to contain anything from spilling over. The pans are very easy to clean! I'd highly recommend these!

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Sunday, November 2, 2014

Cuisinart Kitchen Choice 17-Piece Stainless-Steel Forged Cutlery Set Review

Cuisinart Kitchen Choice 17-Piece Stainless-Steel Forged Cutlery Set
Customer Ratings: 3.5 stars
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This is a gorgeous knife set. I was really happy with the knives over all. However, they do rust easily. I do handwash and dry them, but still have rust spots on both the blades and handles. Rust spots have developed even when cleaning immediately after usewaiting causes more problems. I have used stainless cleaner, but have been unable to remove all the rust spots.

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My husband and I bought this set of knives with money from our wedding and I LOVED them at first. It seemed like a great set of knives at a great price. Wrong. We havent even had them for 2 months and several of the knives already have several rust spots. The spots won't come off with anything. I have emailed cuisinart to see if this is covered under warranty.... no response. If notBed Bath & Beyond will take them back. Very disappointing.

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Great cutlery set a must have in any kitchen! They are light weight with comfortable to hold handles! This set comes with two paring knives and a smaller set of siccors(that don't fit in block, not a problem for me but for some I know this would be a con). I haven't had any problems with rust and they sharpen up really nice with just a couple swipes on the sharpening rod! We do not put them in the dishwasher and wash them all by hand, being as that none of them are sariated it makes cleaning them a sinch.

We enjoy our set so much we bought a set for our parents as a Christmas gift.

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I would give 0 stars if possible. I received this as a wedding present from my cousin, from my wedding list in amazon. I picked them, and I loved them at first, they are suposed to be STAINLESS STEEL, but no... I just received them 3 months ago and the rust is almost fully covering some of them, it's a shame cause they're really sharp, but I'll have to throw them away :(, I wonder if I can get a refund from amazon or a change...

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My husband got me this set after the previous so called stainless steel set we got rusted after the first wash and use. Well I thought this set would be better given the name but I was wrong. They too rusted and now have spots all over them!! Stainless Steel DOES NOT do this!!! These are not 100% Stainless Steel. They shouldn't be allowed to sell them this way, it's false advertising!

I have found that buying knives second hand to be the best, that is when they actually stood behind their products. After much research I found it is NO LONGER the Cuisinart you probably knew in the 80s. It was bought out by Conair in the late 80s which is a multinational company. Meaning it's not made by the same people and the quality is NOT the same. It still has the name but it's not the same product. They are selling these based on the name NOT product quality! Sadly many big companies are in the same boat.

These knives look good and that is about it. They cut ok but the fact they get brown spots after a few uses is just unacceptable.

You are better off buying each knife individually and spending the money on actual stainless steel!

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Friday, October 17, 2014

Reviews of Trudeau Paige Stainless Steel Travel Mug

Trudeau Paige 16-Ounce Stainless Steel Travel Mug, Metallic
Customer Ratings: 4 stars
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All I wanted was a travel coffee mug with a handle. That's all. Unfortunately, I just could not find one in my town, so I finally bit the bullet and ordered one on-line. Boy, am I happy I did!

The Trudeau has a lid that can withstand, well, me! The first day I used it I accidentally dropped the durn thing down a flight of stairs. IT DIDN'T LEAK OR BREAK!!! That INSTANTLY makes it the best travel coffee mug I've ever used. It just doesn't leak!!!

Now, I do feel I should warn everyone that it doesn't keep my coffee hot for hours. It starts cooling off about an hour after I fill it. That's not a big issue for me (I'm WAY more concerned about leakage than temperature) but I saw that other folks were really annoyed by that.

All in all, this is the best travel coffee mug I've ever had. I wish I had a dozen!

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I ordered two of these mugs and they arrived very fast and keep my coffee hot for about two hours. The main reason I bought these is because I got tired of washing those complicated 8hr mugs with their fancy lids. So far I am happy with this mug. The downside is that it is plastic inside, not stainless steel.

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This is by far the best travel mug I've ever purchased. It does not leak. Seriously. I've turned it upside down, and no leakage. It's amazing, and I am going to buy another one.

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I've read close to 20 different mug reviews before ordering this one. I needed an insulated, easy to hold, lightweight mug that would fit in a car cup-holder.

Pros:

easy to clean

lightweight

spill proof

fits into a standard cup-holder

comfortable handle

non-skid bottom

Cons:

mug has to be tipped over almost vertically when it's half full for the liquid to come out

the pink paint already came of from contact with cup-holder after being in the car 3 times

the insulation keeps tea hot for 30 mins or so

you need to use both hands to open the cover

seal needs to be aligned perfectly if you're planning on drinking while holding the mug by it's handle.

I will keep this one for at home use and keep looking for another alternative.

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After hand washing this mug just once and leaving it to dry, I picked it up to put away ... and heard a substantial amount of water trapped, rattling around somewhere inside the inner chambers of the mug (a perfect breeding ground for pathogenic microorganisms).

Fortunately Amazon was very gracious and accommodating in accepting the return.

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Sunday, October 5, 2014

Discount Kalorik Coordinates 8-Cup Coffee Maker, White/Red

Kalorik Coordinates 8-Cup Coffee Maker, White/Red
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The carafe cracked on the third usage. As if that wasn't enough to discard product integrity. I return and ordered a second brewer and that carafe cracked on the fourth usage. So there you have! I would be a bit leery in considering this product. Now I have been brewing coffee for a solid 55 years and have never had this happen on any other brewer.

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I received my Karolik 8 cup coffee maker and used it for 3 weeks when the carafe broke on the bottom while the coffee was brewing. I contacted Abe's of Maine. The customer service rep was immediately defensive, spewed a bunch of reasons it was not their responsibility and ultimately said they were not responsible because carafes break all the time. A clean dry carafe should not break while the coffee is brewing, especially after a few weeks. I read a review after I purchased that others have had the same issue with this product. In the end he said they do not carry the item anymore and could not help me. So wasted my money buying from this company; they would not support the products they represent.

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The 8-cup coffee maker comes exactly as described. It's just your basic drip automatic coffee maker and works really well.

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I bought this because it was inexpensive, I didn't have high expectations.

It is really cute. The red is kind of shiny. I like the appearance.

I am scared to leave it on though. When I use it I smell burning plastic. I noticed that the plate is extremely hot compared to my other one.

It hasn't broken on me, because I had read the other reviews before purchase and I have been extremely mindful to shut it off. Today I left it on for an hour and no tragedies occurred, so I am not 100 per cent sure if that is what causes the problems with broken carafes, but with the burning plastic smell, I am pretty sure.

It uses cone shaped filters, and I don't have any, but I have been getting by with regular basket filters. I want to use them up first. I have never had a cone filter machine before.

I really like the appearance of it, so I hope I don't break it.

I got it at a better price with prime shipping, I think I paid about $15, so for 15 bucks if it lasts a little while then I will be happy.

It is cute, so I hope I don't have the breakage problems other people have had, because the color is really nice.

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This is an inexpensive, good looking product that works as well as any of the more expensive brands.

When I discovered that, in this industry, a cup is only four ounces I went looking for something that would fill two sixteen ounce mugs like real people use. This was perfect. I may buy more for gifts.

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Tuesday, September 30, 2014

Scanpan IQ Fry Pan Reviews

Scanpan IQ 8-Inch Fry Pan
Customer Ratings: 5 stars
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Customer review from the Amazon Vine Program This pan has been very very good. It is very well constructed and has an even heat inductance. It's heavy, but has a very comfortable handle and the non-stick surface has been the best I've ever used. This is certainly the most expensive pan I've ever owned, so I cannot comment on its performance next to other pans in it's price range, but it FAR out performs my previous fry pan (a $50 Calphalon pan from Target). In the end, my only real concern is the price. So far, I really do feel it's been worth it, but only time will tell. If the pan holds up well under extended use then it will prove to be a wonderful product worth the high price.

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Customer review from the Amazon Vine Program I've owned a few Scanpan pans over the years. I also recently purchased a new ceramic glass top range and have slowly been replacing my cookware. Scanpan makes some of the best, long-lasting pans on the market. The IQ 10.25-inch fry pan is no different.

Quality and craftsmanship is something that Scanpan takes seriously. The pan is Pfoa-free and while it's safe for metal utensils, I've never used them on my non-stick skillets. I always use silicon or plastic utensils and I always hand wash them. Even though they almost always say dishwasher safe I just never like putting expensive items like this in the dishwasher. If you keep care of it, the pan will last a long time. With that said, the pan has gotten a bunch of use and has cooked all types of food. It has held up considerably well. It's not easily scratched and surface (inside and outside) maintains its finish.

I've not had any problems with food sticking in this pan or any other Scanpan that I've owned. Cooks evenly and works on smooth glass top surfaces (as well as most other cooking surfaces). Clean up is a snap.

The fry pan is oven safe up to 500 degrees. I find the weight of this particular pan to be of medium weight. Certainly not heavy, but not the lightest I've ever held. On the lighter end, somewhere in the middle. Of course, something of this quality is bound to have some weight to it, but it's still easy to handle and use. My only gripe with Scanpan are the sizes of some of their pans. At 10.25-inch, you'll likely find that most of your existing lids are not going to work.

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Customer review from the Amazon Vine Program This is a solid, heavy pan. Strange instructions to heat first then add oil. Not sure why. Heats very fast. Handle is comfortable but I don't love the plastic feel. Although heavy, I did acquire a dent pretty quickly...maybe one of the kids dropped it. The non-stick is excellent. I would highly recommend this.

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Customer review from the Amazon Vine Program Love this pan!

Heats evenly, cooks beautifully with oil or dry -even made pancakes to test the heat conductivity, cooked them perfectly! Even better than my griddle designed to cook pancakes. This pan would be ideal for crepes also.

This is a fairly shallow pan, lower edges/sides than any other saute pan I have ever owned, I really love it -easier to remove eggs, pancakes and other delicate items. While the sides of pan are not deep enough to stir fry large amounts of veggies like fresh spinach or chard, it works great for most everything else including onions, asparagus, bell peppers, eggs and sauces.

The handle has a nice padded grip, easy to hold and the overall weight of the pan is very good, not so heavy it gives me carpel tunnel, but sturdy and solid quality -the thickness of the bottom of the pan keeps the base perfectly flat, even tho my oven burner isn't! And the non-stick coating may be the best quality I have ever used.

Excellent!

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Customer review from the Amazon Vine Program This has got to be the nicest non-stick surface I've ever used. I am not a master chef by any means. I like a lot of things extra well done and sometimes I accidentally burn stuff and have to scrub the charred food from my pans. The non-stick surface is like something that arrived from another planet. I can practically use one pass of a paper towel and get all the crud out of the pan. Unlike other non-stick surfaces, it's fairly easy to brown your food without adding a ton of butter. It's the only non-stick cookware I've ever used that advertises that the use of metal utensils is fine. We don't have an induction stove, so I cannot review that functionality but I've been very impressed with this light weight, but very durable pan. My other pans' lids fit this one perfectly as well. A fine piece of cookware for any kitchen.

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Monday, September 8, 2014

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Breville BES840XL the Infuser Espresso Machine
Customer Ratings: 4.5 stars
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Customer review from the Amazon Vine Program Bottom line: I was expecting the Double Boiler to blow the BES840XL out of the water when it came to shot quality. That was not the case at all. While the milk texturing capability of the 840 is a pale shadow of the DB, and it lacks the multitude of convenience features of the DB, the 840 absolutely holds its own with regards to shot quality.

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I've been using the Breville Double Boiler espresso machine for nearly a year and have been very pleased with it. I was hesitant at first, but great shots and the many, many convenience features won me over. So, when the opportunity came up to compare their top of the line Double Boiler (DB) with their new machine (I'll call it the 840) I thought it wouldn't be a fair fight. Well, I was wrong.

I've never been a fan of thermoblock machines since the temperature stability is just not there. Breville seems to have solved that using two methods. First, the thermoblock is really a thermocoil -it's a solid block of metal that has two channels machined through it: one for water, the other for the heating element. Cold water enters at one end and emerges heated at the other. They also added a PID for temperature control. Collectively, these techniques produce excellent temperature stability for shots, and very fast recovery time.

The machine itself is classic Breville design -lots of stainless and high quality plastic. It has a small footprint, and looks much like the baby brother of the DB.

But it's the shots that count. I started with an easy test: Lavazza Super Crema. It's not a high-end bean, but tasty, and one that I've found is very forgiving of less than perfect prep. After a few test shots to get the new machine dialed in, I pulled a double shot from both machines. I could not taste the difference. Did it again and had others taste it, and they agreed with me -no appreciable difference in taste, mouth feel, crema, you name it.

The next test was a little more challenging -Lavazza Dek decaf. Decafs in general are (to my palette) more sensitive to temperature variations, and the Dek is especially sensitive. Again, both machines produced the same quality shot. The 840 seemed a just a bit less consistent when I did back-to-back shots quickly, but the difference was very minimal.

My final test was with one of my favorite beans Red Bird. This is where I did taste a difference between the 840 and the DB, but it was subtle. The shot from the DB was more creamy and full-bodied. But the 840 shot was quite good as well. The small differences became almost nil when I made Americanos from Red Bird.

For my tests I used my Baratza Vario grinder for both machines. While I have a Breville Smart Grinder it does not pair well with the DB (although it is excellent for any non-espresso use). I tried it with the 840 and got better results, but still much prefer the Vario to the Smart Grinder for espresso. Still, the 840 appears more tolerant of lower-level grinders. I also found I needed to go slighly coarser with the grind for the 840 than the DB.

The DB does pull ahead strongly in two areas -milk foaming and convenience. The thermocoil just can't match the steam production of a dedicated boiler. It did a decent job with milk (albeit with the annoying thump-thump-thump sound that every thermoblock design makes), but it was much slower than the DB and the steam was a lot wetter. Functional, but not at all impressive.

As expected given the price, many of the DB's convenience features are not found on the 840. However, the 840 does have a few of the DB features such as a dedicated hot water dispenser. This is operated with a knob (turn one way for steam, the other for hot water). It splatters more than the DB when dispensing, but the temperature is spot on: I got 197 with the 840 and 197.5 with the DB (same thermometer held in the water stream for 10 seconds).

The 840 also appears to have the same excellent quality head gasket as the DB. The portafilter is well made, although I was really disappointed to see that it was 54mm, which means I can't use my 58mm VST baskets, tamper or the bottomless portafilter I have for the DB. The included tamper is decent quality, and stores easily in the machine. The shot volume is programmable and can be overridden in manual mode. It has a three-way valve so you can backflush (plus it keeps the puck dry). It has an automated cleaning cycle and a "clean me" light, which is handy.

Misses are often related to convenience issues. I wish it was a bit heavier or had better gripping feet, since it's relatively easy to jar when you're putting on the portafilter. A bigger water tank would also be nice. The thing I missed the most was a water level indicator. I didn't expect it to have all the bells and whistles of the DB, but no water level indicator? That seems to be a basic feature that should have been included.

My concerns are two-fold. Breville does not seem to have mastered the reliability issue with their espresso machines. I'm on my second DB, and it is again starting to act up. The Breville customer service has been great in replacing machines, but I'd rather not have to deal with that at all. Plus, with only a one year warranty and no local service centers, I don't have the warm fuzzies about getting years of service out of either of these machines.

My second concern is about scale build-up. It's harmful in any machine, but truly deadly in a thermoblock/coil design. Breville includes their water filters (the same as with the DB) and recommends a descaling every month and a filter change every 2 months. The fact that they are taking such precautions tells me that they are concerned as well. If you get this, don't skimp on descaling!

But those concerns aside, I'm really impressed with the performance of this machine given the price. While it is not perfect, it holds its own where it counts: what's in the cup. This is definitely a machine that should be on your short list in the under $600 category don't let the thermocoil design scare you off in favor of a SBDU design. At this price point it's a 5-star machine. I'll update this should reliability issues warrant a revision in the score.

Sorry for such a long review, but feel free to post a question if there's something I didn't cover.

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Customer review from the Amazon Vine Program If you can't decide between the two, maybe I can help. I've owned the Breville Barista Express BES860XL Machine with Grinder almost 2 years. Eleven months into my 1-year warranty, I woke up to find water all over the counter. Breville has superior customer service and replaced my leaking Barista Express within a week. Two weeks ago I woke up to the same thing with the warranty replacement. It turns out that the Barista Express has a 2 piece ThermoBLOCK heater and the gasket where the 2 pieces join together eventually leaks.

This new Infuser has a one-piece ThermoCOIL heater. Will this one last longer? Only time will tell and I will update this review if I have a leak with this model.

Where the new Infuser excels:

-Smaller footprint, the Infuser measures slightly over 10" wide

-Hotter espresso, 5 degrees hotter according to my thermometer

-Quieter pump

-Drip tray is easier to clean

-Instant hot water feature (The Barista Express has only a steam wand)

-Around $100 less expensive than the Express, but you are lacking a grinder

Of course, the new Infuser also has its shortcomings:

-No grinder either buy a separate grinder or use ground beans

-Smaller water tank (61 oz. vs. 67 oz)

-Not as "beefy" as the Barista Express, so you need to hold it stationary when inserting/removing the Portafilter or it slides across the counter

So which model has the better tasting coffee? I can't tell any difference both are/were just as good as what I used to pay for at the coffee shop.

My only complaint is for what these machines cost, a one-year warranty is almost a joke.

Added on 1/4/2013: This ground espresso is VERY good: Lavazza Crema e Gusto Ground Coffee, Italian Espresso, 8.8-Ounce Brick

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First and foremost, this is an absolutely fantastic home espresso machine for the price. It definitely takes some practice to learn how to get the most out of and find the sweet spot (which i've learned always differs depending on the type of beans & grinder you are using). But now after 3 months and a LOT of researching/learning/practice/more practice, I am now consistently making absolutely fantastic espresso drinks.

If you are new to the world of espresso, or have some knowledge, I wanted to write about my experience buying this machine 3 months ago knowing little to nothing about espresso, to now consistently pulling absolutely delicious espresso drinks on a daily basis with this machine. Here we go:

I waited 3 months after purchasing this unit to write a proper review, and I wanted to give a lot of information I have learned and discovered to help others looking into buying a home espresso setup. I honestly knew little to nothing about espresso before purchasing this machine, and have done A LOT of research, reading, testing, and barista questioning in order to learn how the art of making quality espresso is done. I now make 2-3 espresso drinks a day with the Infuser and am EXTREMELY satisfied with its performance. It's not easy to make a high quality espresso by any means, but once you figure out how to manage all the important espresso variables (type of beans, grind coarseness, dose, tamp pressure), this machine produces truly remarkable results that any professional barista will be highly impressed with (yes I did receive this feedback).

The most important aspects of making this machine work well (and any espresso machine for that matter) are having a quality grinder and fresh, quality beans.

When I first got this machine, I was under the impression you wanted to grind as fine as possible for making espresso. I set my Infinity Burr Grinder to its finest setting, using some peet's espresso beans, and immediately the machine clogged up, not producing any espresso. I tried again, dialing the grind a little coarser, and again the machine clogged up. Same thing with the third time, although this time I was able to produce a few drops of espresso. After about 5 tries I was able to pull an actual shot of espresso which tasted incredibly strong to me but good (at this point in time I didnt really know what to look for in a quality shot of espresso).

Long story short I realized the beans I was using were INCREDIBLY oily and played a huge factor in easily clogging up my machine. Next I purchased some Blue Bottle espresso beans, which got along with my machine MUCH better. Now I was making some great progress, tasting more like espresso, but still not close to what the baristas at Blue Bottle were serving.

I went through a lot of beans & brands playing with the grind coarseness, and soon became familiar of the "sweet spot" settings on my grinder where the espresso came out tasting best. I was now becoming more familiar with what a good shot of espresso was supposed to taste like after spending a bunch of time at Four Barrel & Blue Bottle cafes in San Francisco. I also learned to start timing my shot times and that also helped me immensely improve the quality of my espresso (typically between 24-30 seconds depending on the type of beans you are using).

So now I soon learned my Capressa Infinity burr grinder did not have nearly the adjustability I would need to lock in the perfect grind setting for espresso, so I decided to upgrade to the Breville Smart Grinder. The Smart grinder ended up being a much better grinder, but again long story short, it also seemed to lack the real "fine tuning" ability that I was learning is truly needed with espresso. After using the Smart Grinder for 3 weeks, I decided to pull the trigger on a much higher quality grinder, the very highly recommended Baratza Vario. After getting familiar with the Vario by some trial & error, I must say this was the ultimate step (and proved to be most important) towards producing amazing quality espresso. I've also ground for drip coffee with it a few times and the taste was truly amazing compared to both of the other grinders I had tried.

So, back to the Infuser. After much more research into the art of espresso, I purchased a gram scale in order to weigh my doses of coffee & amount of liquid being extracted from my shots, which also have helped a LOT in improving the quality of my shots.

Now after a couple solid months with all of the above in my home espresso setup, I believe I have dialed in this machine to its maximum potential, and it is really producing fantastic results which I get excited about drinking every morning as soon as I wake up.

Some notes I would like to share which I have discovered that may or may not relate directly to this machine, or to every espresso machine:

-The type of beans used almost always require a different coarseness setting in order to pull the perfect shot. For example, beans like Four Barrel & Blue Bottle always require much more fine grind settings, where beans like Stumptown & Barefoot require much coarser grinds. This seems to be hard to get used to, but now that I have tried many different quality espresso roasts and have narrowed down my favorites (Sightglass is #1, Stumptown #2, Barefoot #3) I know what setting to use ahead of time and I can almost always nail a perfect shot on command.

-The milk steamer does a great job, but now after trying so many quality cappuccinos & lattes through the area, I feel like this steamer does the milk more on the creamy side. I believe I understand the technique for creating quality microfoam to use for cappuccinos & latte's, and im using the same Clover Organic whole milk that almost all cafe's use, and mine always seems to turn out a bit sweeter & creamier. It seems hard to get the microfoam as velvety thin as Sightglass/Four Barrel/Blue Bottle does, and because of this, my cappuccinos dont have quite the "intense coffee bite" but its getting pretty close. I believe this is as good as I can ask for again using a $500 home espresso machine.

-The hot water dispenser is great. One trick I figured out a while back was when I pulled OK shots and didnt want to waste them, I would just instantly make them into Americano's, since its a bit harder to taste a bad shot in an Americano than it is in a Cappuccino or Latte.

And thus has been my experience with the Breville Infuser since purchasing about 3 months ago. I'm sure I will be updating this review further as time goes on, but so far it has been an incredibly positive experience and I would HIGHLY recommend this machine to anyone looking for a semi-automatic machine in this price range. Hopefully this was helpful and not just me rambling.

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I have this machine for more than 8 months now. What can I say..? I wake up to drink espresso, rather than drink espresso to wake up!

I am a guy that comes from Greece, a place where coffee drinking is a culture and not a morning routine. I have also been many times to Italy and tried almost every coffee blend (Brazilian, Colombian, Guatemalan, Kenyan, Ethiopian, Nicaraguan you name it...) Staying in Chicago, IL for the last 5 years, I couldn't stand going to a coffee shop and watch the barista having no clue on how to pull an espresso shot or "expresso" as they most call it for Christ sake. With that, I decided to "invest" on a good coffee machine and give myself a break.

My friends reaction when they saw the piece was like I bought a Lamborghini!

It is indeed a fantastic machine with very elegant design.

Long story short,

Pros:

a) magnetic tamper (keeps it in place and you 'll never lose it)

b) hot water dispenser (very useful to warm up the portafilter and the coffee cup prior pulling shots)

c) 4 different filters (2 x single wall + 2 x double wall)

d) pressure gauge (very helpful especially in the beginning when you experiment a lot)

e) warms up quickly (less than 5 mins!)

f) look the price again! You will never find a professional machine in this price.

h) espresso shot flavor is exactly like you are drinking it in Italy! (buy Lavazza Gold Selection ground coffee and you can start a business!)

Cons:

a) shots are indeed not as warm as they suppose to be (but this can be easily fixed if you let the machine warm up for little longer, or pull a shot of water before you actually make your coffee)

b) frothing jug is big and useless (except if you want to make 4 lattes at the same time, you ll not use the jug. If you want to make one or two cappuccino or latte, simply go and buy a Motta Europa no matter the bucks and you 'll see the difference in frothing milk quality right away)

c) comes with one water filter and two cleaning tablets (that means that you have to be prepared to spend some extra bucks in few months when the "clean me" button will flash on..)

d) lacks grinder (if you really want to see the power of this machine, do yourself a favor and buy the Breville Smart Grinder. No matter what you do with your previous $20 grinder, you haven't seen anything yet)

e) yes, you might have to hold the machine a bit once you try to turn the portafilter in place, but this is not a reason not to buy this machine.

If you are not convinced yet, stop reading reviews cuz you will never be!

I highly recommend this product. End of story.-

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Got this machine from Amazon about two weeks ago now. Setup was a breeze and the machine works very well. Overall very satisfied.

Pros:

-Looks great

-Pressure gauge is very helpful though good shots are usually pulled on the high end of the pressure range

-Pre-infusion has generated good results

-Pre-programmed shot amounts are really helpful

-Machine prepares quickly

-Quiet operation

-Steam arm is long and on a great ball joint

-hot water dispenser is nice

-Great tamper holder built into machine

-large water tank

-Includes both pressurized and non-pressurized baskets

-Uses a thermocoil instead of a thermoblock

-Easy cleaning cycle

Cons:

-Shots pull fine, but come out not as hot as expected (when pulled stand alone). I haven't measured temp on them but if cups and porta-filter are warmed as suggested in instructions i'm sure I would have better results.

-In-spite of built in feature to cool water down to make a shot after steaming, the water stays too hot for a good shot. You have to wait a min or run a bit of water through it first to get the right temperature for the shot. This makes it difficult for latte art purposes because you can't swirl your milk forever. I usually just pull my shots first and then steam last. Shot looses a little but when drinking the latte you couldn't tell the difference if you tried. This problem is not as much of a problem as it is just the limitation of single boiler machine. I just didn't like how it was advertised as being able to pull a shot very quickly after steaming. I mean...you can pull one....just not a good one.

Overall very good machine and I'm very happy with it. I would recommend it. I use it in conjunction with the Breville Smart Grinder which has also been a great product. 1 year warranty on all Breville products

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Thursday, July 31, 2014

Review of Frieling USA Zenker Flan/Tart Pan, Tin Plated

Zenker 11-Inch Flan/Tart Pan, Tin Plated
Customer Ratings: 4.5 stars
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i searched the internet through and through for a Torten Boden pan, this is very close and works great for a phenomenal price

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This Flan Panis wonderful! It does not stick. I lived in Germany for three years and bought one of these pans before I left. That was 30 years ago. However, my old one was all banged up and rusty. So I searched to find a new one and this was exactly the size and the type I wanted. I had no idea what the name of the pan was. I just searched for German cake pan. I am now making German cakes again in strawberry season.

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I purchased these pans in Germany 52 years ago and have plain "wore" them out! Have been searching for about 5 years to replace them, was sooooooo happy when i finally found them. Much to my surprise they are made out of the same metal~thought for sure by now they would be stainless steel. I have made these special cakes for many occasions and everyone wanted a pan like mine, but I couldn't tell them where they could get them. Thank you !

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This tart pan is perfect! Within days I received it, I made a apple tart with great results. I did spray the bottom and sides lightly with oil,which maybe i didn't need to. You can make healthy tarts with fresh fruits. After checking local stores, I could not find 11 inch size but of course amazon.com had it. The price was good too!

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Hard to remove the tart from pan because of the dip on the side of the bottom. I thought the pan had a removable bottom when I purchased it.

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Monday, June 23, 2014

Reviews of Maxam Vegetable Chopper

Maxam Vegetable Chopper
Customer Ratings: 4.5 stars
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We had a SaladMaster demonstrator come to our house this week and I loved the cookware, but couldn't even think about letting go of $4000 for a set. I found several pieces on Amazon that seem to be comparable and one of them is this food processor. I got it yesterday and love it. We actually made the same salad the SaladMaster chef made and it was easy to use, easy to clean for a much better price. The SaladMaster food processor sells for $400, this one works just as well for way less and comes with a Limited Lifetime warranty as well. Great product.

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I bought this handy/manual cutter about a month ago. My wife didn't liked at that time because she wanted an electrical cutter. So I used it to cut potatoes, carrots, onions and everything else around the kitchen. After a couple of weeks my wife was convinced that this simple machine was so easy to use and take seconds to clean, and now I am the smart one again. She loves this cutter it cuts so simple and easy and cleaning it takes secods not kidding. The top comes off the base for easy storage. I highly recommend this product.

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I was very excited to get this piece of equipment to add to my list of kitchen gadgets as a raw vegan. Being that I work and go to school, I wanted something that would make preparing my meals a little easier than it presently is. However, after a few uses I noticed that the pusher plate would scrape on the suction cup scratching it and removing the chome. I did not like what was happening so I returned it to the seller. I did not buy it from Amazon. The reason why I am writing a review here is to help others. Please note that I used this thing every day for about 2 weeks to prepare my meals before all the scraping of the chrome started happening. I wished I had known about this problem with the machine before I spent so much money. The suction legs are great and they give a very tight grip, the handle is cheap and I was scared it will eventually break. The pusher plate scrapes the chrome off the suction cup as it presses the food in the cup. The problem is this..I don't know what material is under the chrome so I don't know if it will rust overtime. Now I have to go shopping for another.

This is what's included plus the manual:

*Stand (with Pusher Plate, Crank and attached Suction Cups)

*5 Cutting Cones

'Shredder/Grater

'Stringer/Medium Grater

'French Fryer/Slicer

'Thin Slicer

'Waffler

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We (wife and I) got our Maxam Vegetable Chopper in the same bundle as the cookbook and Maxam 17pc Waterless cookware.

First off, this is very sharp and easy to use. Did I say sharp? I mean extremely sharp! So, CAUTION cannot be overstated. This is very much like a chopper my grandmother had back in the 1950's, with an improved design. It is also a specialty item because it gives you those grates, chops, and slices that you cant get with Food Processors, or Veg-I-matic style choppers. This machine does perfect potato chip cuts (smooth and crinkle). It makes quick work of HARD foods and can zest an orange in seconds. Also, it's great for hard cheeses, making coleslaw, etc.

My wife and I LOVE this chopper ... But, there is a drawback that forced me to eliminate a star. All the following cautions center on the same draw back ...

º DO NOT let children under the age of 13 use this item. I slivered a very slim layer of the tip of a finger and I thought I was taking precautions. The error was MY FAULT and not the products.

º Use Thimbles, or Shark Gloves to protect your fingertips.

º Leave enough product as a cushion and/or to use in different recipes ... Potato Skins are a good example.

º Wash blades by hand and dry immediately. Treat them as though they are high quality Chef knives.

º Make sure you press down on the chopper to gain adequate suction to hold the chopper stationary

This device is superb at what it is designed to do, but there is no room for user error.

I highly recommend this chopper for any serious cook.

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This is the SAME food chopper my mother used to have!! After my second food processer ceased I went searching and ordered it immediately. This thing is a BEAST!! My 11yr old son loves to use it, it chops and shreds quickly and with little effort. There are some minor differences from Mom's: the body is chrome not stainless, (all chopping cones are stainless however.) There is a fingergaurd now, wish it were not plastic. You can remove the vertical portion of the stand from the horizontal portion for easy storing!!! Mom's did not do that. I love this thing and wipe down the chrome to keep it pretty. The order was filled quickly so I am a happy camper all the way around. Shoot, with no electricity required, you COULD take it camping.....

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Sunday, June 1, 2014

Buy Paula Deen Signature Stainless Steel 4-Quart Covered Saute Pan

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When I was married 48 years ago, I was given a set of Farberware pots and pans. While still using them, I have been adding here and there. This Paula Deen pan is the perfect combination of two pros.

It is a great size, does not leak, heats evenly and I love that it is not coated with a non-stick

finish. I find it easy to clean.

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I love these pans. Such value for the price! They heat up super fast, look great, and cook evenly. As long as you follow the instructions about cleaning it before you use them, the copper will stay beautiful! Also GET the free shipping!!! My pan still came in just a few days and I saved ten bucks!!

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These copper bottom stainless steel pans are probably the best cooking pans we've ever purchased. We have a premium glass top stove and the flat copper bottoms on these pans transfer the heat so efficiently that we've cut our time at the stove considerably. Excellent quality and very attractive with the copper knobs and black handles. Cleaning is a breeze!

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It distibutes the heat evenly, is easy to clean, the extra handle is a real boon, the transparent cover is great. So far I found nothing that I feel distracts from this pan, and don't expect to.

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I love Paula Deen cookware. The heavy copper bottom distributes the heat evenly. The skillets heat up fast and cooking time is reduced. Bacon cooks really fast and is golden and crispy, just like I like it. We purchased a 12" skillet at Sears and after using it we ordered the 10 inch and 8.5 inch skillets from Amazon. Cooking is fun again!!! I will continue to build my inventory of cookware with Paula Deen Products.

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Sunday, May 18, 2014

Reviews of Silit Fresh 2-1/2-Quart Low Casserole with Lid, Polar White

Silit Fresh 2-1/2-Quart Low Casserole with Lid, Polar White
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Everything about this casserole is quality. It has a lovely smooth enameled finish inside and out. The handles stay cool to the touch when used on the stove top and food cooks evenly. There is a small steam vent in the lid which stops a build up of steam. However I would have liked the casserole to be a little deeper. This saucepan is expensive but would suit anybody who wants cookware to last.

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