Review of Update International EC-15N Stainless Steel Slam-Resistant Roll Top

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We were looking for an upgrade to our chafers when we discovered just how expensive they can be. The Update International are solidly built and really are slam-resisitant. We are very happy we bought these!

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Kitchenaid Classic Silicone Scraper Spatula, Black Reviews

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It's tough to get excited about a spatula, but if you need one, this is the one you want. Sturdy, heat resistant, fairly cheap. Good for all kinds of cooking and scraping. You could probably even use this to scrape wet paint off a wall, but there's probably a better tool for that, not sure.

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The best spatula I've ever had. It's pricier than most, but worth every penny. The fatter handle makes it very comfortable to use & the high-heat tolerance is a plus.

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I gave this 5 stars because I do love it. I had one, a bit larger, for about 6 years and then it broke. I couldn't wait to get another since I used it all the time. It withstands high temps, and the rubber is very flexible. This gets used daily in my home and it is a terrific kitchen tool.

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I've been looking for this type of spatula for years. They used to make most of them like this, soft enough so you can really follow the curves of your mixing bowl and get every last drop of batter out of the bowl. It's wonderful and I highly recommend it. I'm going to order 3 more right now!

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These are very sturdy. We haven't broken one yet and we have a tradition of braking at least one during our cookie spree each year!

Best Prolectrix Pressure Cooker Deals

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I was not familiar with the Prolectrix brand it's made in China. Supposedly they make the same ones or components for other manufactures.

I have cooked 3 times in it and so far so good. Chicken and Beef turned out good and so did the beef stew. This is a stand-alone electric unit which adds a lot of safety to it as it controls its own temperature so less of a chance of boil over or overpressure. It also has some easy cook buttons like a microwave for Chicken, Vegetables , Rice and fish etc.

I am sure there are similar models made of more quality for substantially more costs.

-1 star for the following reasons:

Documentation Scant!

Water collector attachment feels a little loose. Works just doesnt fit as it should. May just be unique to the unit I bought.

Support I didnt see a red card or number to call for technical support.

Other than that it is definitely a good value. As this is a recent purchase and review I will update this in a few months after extended use.

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Cheap Norpro KRONA 8 Cup Multi Pot with Straining Lid

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Although I'm not old, I have mild arthritis, so it's great to find something that is convenient and cute in the kitchen.

I love it because it's lightweight, I can skip reaching down to get the strainer out of the cabinet or reaching up to get the liquid measuring cup, and the handle is easy to hold onto.

The extra height seems to make it easier to keep pasta boiling without it going over, too. Or maybe it's because of the good heat conductivity.

I'm not sure if it might get hard to clean inside the lid in the crevice where the glass meets the metal band with the straining holes. We've had ours about a month, and used it at least a dozen times, and it doesn't seem to be a problem, but we mostly cook pasta, rice and vegetables in it.

I didn't realize that I would really appreciate the glass lid, since I've never had one before and my cooking experience is limited. It's great for seeing how much moisture is left in the rice and to see if things are still simmering or about to boil over.

***Update 07 Nov 2007***

Still a 5-star product in my book! There is no hint of accumulation of yuck in any cracks or crevices. The lid is crystal clear and not scratched or chipped. Both the lid and pot handles are still firmly attached, nothing is loosening or going wobbly.

My grandma has been using the same pans for 50 years and they still look brand new. I think I'll be following in her footsteps with my Krona pots and pans! Very cool!

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I had been looking everywhere for a pot like this. My son lives in Germany and has one almost like it (without lid). It is used every day. I tried to find one in Germany, and so far have brought 2 home. Neither have been exactly what I wanted. I have also looked for this in many department and kitchen stores no luck. I found the same Multi-Pot on another web site without the lid and at twice the price before I found this one. (I ordered 2 from that site because I was so excited). When I found this one on the Amazon site, I ordered 2 more, then I ordered another 2 for wedding presents. This is a stainless steel pot with a bottom that distributes the heat evenly so you don't get the hot-spotting that can occur with just stainless steel. The pot is a good weight and the handle is sturdy and does not wobble when the pot is filled with water a problem I encountered with one of my German pots. I use the pot to heat up water, make sauces, hard or soft cook eggs, cook vegetables, and for many other things. The more I use this pot, the better I like it. The straining lid was an added bonus. I do clean the pot and lid by hand, and do notice that water sometimes stands under the hardware of the handle, taking a while for the lid to dry. Aside from that, this is really a neat little pot and, I keep finding new uses for it every day. Measuring lines are etched on the inside of the pot. Try it you really can't lose at this price.

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You know those packets of premixed noodles/pasta/rice that say measure two cups water add 1/2 cup milk etc? This pot allows you to measure while pouring the ingredients in as it has measure markings on the inside. It is bigger than it looks. It can easily hold two to three of those Lipton noodle packets.

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This is one of those items that you never knew existed. But once you discover it, you cant do without it. If you cook a lot of vegetables or pasta in regular pmots you need one of these pots. It makes life so much easier. Everything works well. The pot is the right weight and balance. The handle stays relatively cool. The lid fits perfectly.

As far as cooking things like pasta this pot is excellent. Its much simpler to take this pot to the sink and pour out the water through the small holes in the lid and leave the pasta in the pot. It'll make you wonder why you ever put a pasta strainer in the sink, dump scalding hot water/pasta into it, get a bunch of steam in your face,etc.

EDIT: The above was true of the older pot. The new pot is totally different and far inferior to the old precision made pot. The new one is made in China, and is substandard in all ways. The lid doesnt fit well, the lid in the old model fit snugly and precisely. The Chinese made one has the lid rattling around like any old cheap pot. Whats the point of strainer holes if the water comes streaming out even if you dont have the strainer holes opened?

My pot even had dark unsightly solder marks in the inside of the pot! Wait did I buy a $10 el cheapo Chinese pot without knowing? No I bought a $35 supposedly premium pot and this is what I get?

I'm tempted to sue for bait and switch this is corporate gamesmanship at its worst.

I encourage no one support this crummy corporation or buy their substandard cookware. If you have past experience with their cookware, these days are over they've totally sold out and only sell shoddy Chinese junk now.

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I've had the pot for about a month or so. I've used it about 4 or 5 times. It's very classy looking...a nice brushed metal and stands firm and the lid is secure. I make sure to wash it after every use. I wonder if I let it air dry if it would begin to spot. I've been using it to make family sized mac and cheese and other pasta dishes...The cup level indicators on the side are a nice touch. The holes on the side of the lid are effective to use as a strainer, however, if cooking pasta, you'll need to use another regular old strainer as well, b/c it doesn't get all the water out....it just can't, unless you sat there for like 20 minutes...I highly recommend this product b/c it doesn't take up alot of space, holds 8 cups of water, looks great, and is inexpensive...

Reviews of Granite Ware 6140-4 7-Quart Blancher

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I gave this blancher only 2 stars because of the poorly welded handles. I went to pick up the blancher (minus the colander insert) and pour out the very hot water left over from blanching peas and just happened to notice, thank goodness, that the handle was half off of the pot. Had I not noticed I would have been scalded when the handle broke and the water spilled all over me. Other than that (!) the blancher is fine. So be careful and inspect the handles of this product if you decide to buy one. No matter the price the handles should be safely adhered to the canner. Consumers are dealing with extremely hot water!

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I was very disappointed in this product. First of all, when it arrived, it was bent at the top so the lid doesn't fit good. The other thing is that there are large holes in the bottom of the insert which makes it impossible to use for blanching peas, etc. They will fall right through. About the only thing it's good for blanching is corn on the cob.

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A nice finish and just the right size for vegetables. I thought it was too small to cook vegetables for the holidays but I was wrong. Peas and squash worked perfectly in this pot for our big meals. I'm a first time blancher user and can see this little pot will belong right in front on the pots and pan shelf!

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Looks like Amazon got a batch of dented pots. My first pot was dented, but Amazon replaced it without hassle. The replacement is fine. I purchased the pot for my mom because it is lighter than stainless for such a large capacity. I also purchased the pot b/c it's made in the U.S. As far as durability, only time will tell.

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Item delivered promptly. Blancher is designed with a few large holes in the bottom. This design makes it difficult to blanch small peas such as blackeyed peas or green peas since they easily slip through these holes.

Buy Imusa Espresso Set with Chrome Rack, 8 Piece, Orange

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Saucers and cups look quite nice on my counter, but like another reviewer, my first set included a chipped cup. But Amazon continues to impress with its above-and-beyond customer service: about an hour after I filled out my return request, I received an unsolicited e-mail from a CSA, telling me it wasn't necessary to ship the first set back, and that they would send a replacement set via Next Day shipping! (Think about that -it probably cost them more in UPS fees than the price of the product.) Admittedly, I noticed a hairline crack in one of the cups from the second set. But I wound up with six cups, eight plates, and two quaint rack things, all for the price of three specialty Starbucks drinks.

The cups and saucers that survived the journey are fine, and don't seem to mind the top rack of my dishwasher. Overall, I have no problem recommending this set.

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Loved the set, however, 2 of the cups had cracks, one of the cracks appeared to have been sealed. For $13 it just was not worth my time to go through the return process, i'm happy with my two cups, but wouldn't order from this vendor again.

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This is a very nice espresso set. The first set I got in the mail, one of the cups was shattered. It was so cheap though, I just decided to order another one so I would have spare parts because it seemed like all the pieces were bound to break sooner than later. The second set came with a broken cup and saucer. I also got different colors than pictured but the ones I received I actually like better than the one on the website so it worked out!

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What I received look more brown & cream; but the set arrived without any breakage, and I just don't have time to return it, so I'll keep & use it.

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I received this in the mail today. It was tarnished metal and one broken plate. Good price, but still, I am disappointed to only have three plates and a tarnished holder.

Cuisinart French Classic Tri-Ply Stainless Non-Stick Skillets Reviews

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I wrote this review on another product page Calphalon Unison Nonstick 8-Inch and 10-Inch Omelette Pan Set as I purchased them both specifically to compare them:

Nearly 10 months ago I purchased this item at the same time as another product, Cuisinart FCT22-20NS French Classic Tri-Ply Stainless 8-Inch Nonstick Skillet, specifically to compare them and guide my future purchases. After extensive daily usage of both products I can share my perspective and hope it helps others. I will be comparing only the 8 inch Calphalon pan to the 8 inch Cuisinart.

The Cuisinart product is a classic pro-style pan that seemed perfect for what I was after. That said, I was drawn to the Calphalon product by the attractive pricing and decent product reviews I found here on Amazon and elsewhere on the web. I am an avid appreciator of omelettes and there is no better task to test the sticky-factor of a pan than with omelettes especially as I am a flipper, not a folder.

I found both the Cuisinart and Calphalon pans to have good feel to them. The handle design and the weight of the pans is slightly different. The Cuisinart handle arcs higher which I preferred a bit more. The slope of the sides of the pan on the Calphalon is steeper leaving a larger cooking surface area on the bottom. For an omelette flipper the Cuisinart's less dramatic slope made it easier. That said, after a couple weeks of use I could achieve the same results with either.

Both pans perform well as a non-stick surface product. Very little effort to keep things from sticking and it required little to no butter or oil to get that result from both. These surfaces on both pans seemed to perform better once "broken in" even though that's not generally a characteristic of this material.

Now for durability. I invest way too much in cooking gear to use sharp tools on them. So I stick with just plastic tipped tongs or a silicone spatulas. Period. Regardless of my efforts, both pans are showing signs of scratches on the cooking surface a very disappointing finding. The Cuisinart looks to have held off scratches much better than the Calphalon. I expect that to start affecting the non-stick capabilities in a couple years as the scratches worsen. Both items are labeled as dishwasher safe and I did take advantage of that and it worked out well. The external surface of the Calphalon is easier to care for than the stainless surface on the Cuisinart.

So, it would seem that for half the price the Calphalon performed very well against the Cuisinart. The longevity of the Cuisinart will likely be the differenciator in the long run. But since I received two pans for pretty close to the same price in the Calphalon offering it really does win my vote in the end.

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First bought the 8", which really is too small--basically suitable for one-egg omelet. The 10" had a price drop since I first looked at it, so even though pricey for me, decided to treat myself. Glad I did. This makes perfect 2 or 3 egg omelets, even using egg white, every time. I do use a little olive oil spray. Cleans quickly. My first high-priced omelet pan and am happy with my purchase.

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I just love it. Doing eggs mixed with cheese is a breeze.The price can't be beat for the quality you get.I highly recomend it for anyone expert or not. It heats up and holds the heat at a lower temp. Clean up is no prob. since nothing sticks.

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We have had midrange pots/pans in the past. THese are our favorite series ever. The non stick works better than any nonstick we have used and looks great.

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I own three of the Cuisinart French Classic Tri-Play skillets but they are all stainless. This is my first non-stick skillet purchase from the brand. The quality of build and cooking experience met my expectations. I can finally cook eggs without a mess to clean-up afterwards.

Cheap Nordic Ware Cast-Aluminum Nonstick Baking Pan, Shortcake Baskets

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The first time I used this pan I tried a box of yellow cake mix (the kind with pudding in the mix). I followed the baking instructions for the "Butter Shortcake" recipe that came with the pan, 325 degrees for 20 minutes. I also put a baking sheet under the cake pan. I used Wilton "Cake Release" and let them cool for exactly 10 minutes before I easily removed them. Although they were fully baked, there was no browning on the outside so the basket definition just wasn't there. They looked more like the regular store bought shortcakes. Looking at the picture on the box it seemed to me they used a much denser cake recipe similar to a pound cake. So, for effort #2 I tried the "Butter shortcake" recipe that came with the pan. DISASTER!!! They stuck badly, and again, seemed underdone and pale in color. I finally decided to try my no fail Rum Bundtcake recipe (just google Bacardi Rum Cake) which always produces a nice brown crust. Instead of rum I used Grand Marnier. Baked it at 325 for 20-25 minutes, until the tops were a nice dark golden brown (unlike the previous attempts). I did not use a baking sheet underneath this time. Although the basket pattern is still not as smoothly defined as the photo on the box, they turned out nicely browned and I am satisfied enough to serve them for Mother's Day. I plan to glaze prior to filling them which I hope will help bring out the basket pattern some more. I probably would have given this product more stars had it not taken 3 attempts to get a satisfactory result. Has anybody out there produced a finished product that looks like the one on the box? If so, I would love to hear how you did it!

By the way, I have used the Nordic Ware mini bundt pans with the Rum cake recipe and they always turn out great.

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A bit pricey but after using them I am definitely glad I made the purchase. Make with chocolate cake and fill with chocolate mousse or white cake and fill with chocolate pudding and top with whipped cream and your guests will marvel. Of course, the usualfill with berries, etc., and pipe on a little whipped cream ...all make for spectacular desserts.

A few tips: Make sure to spray well with a flour cooking spray for easy release. Just cover the flat surface with batter if you want a little smaller cake (not as high). If you don't have one buy a large pastry bag and a large head for piping in mousse, whipped cream, etc.. Alsouse half steam pan aluminum trays with the edges twisted up for easy storage of 6 muffins if you like to pipe filling on high.

These will get tons of use. You might want to buy 2 for convenience.

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I used this pan for the first time today I almost forgot I had it until my boyfriend brought over some strawberries and suggested shortcake. The pan came with a recipe but I already had a white cake mix I wanted to use up. I checked everywhere on-line for tips on using the pan with a mix but to no avail. Here's what happened. I baked the first batch at 350 degrees for 21 minutes a little overdone, but edible. I put a little too much batter and it ran over the top. As suggested here, I used ALOT of floured cooking spray and they popped right out of the pan, but they didn't look much like the picture. The second batch, I used regular cooking spray and didn't put as much batter in, and only left them in for 19 minutes. They came out much better, but still the shape left a little to be desired. I think if I bang the pan down on the counter a couple of times to get rid of the air pockets, they will probably come out much better shape-wise. All in all, I'm please with the pan and hope my review helps others in my situation.

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I can"t tell you how much money I have spent on pre-made shortcake cups! This Pan Makes it very easy! Just make sure to grease it well or they will stick! Arrived Very fast!

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I have made several batches of cakes & shortcakes and the basket definition does not come out on the cakes. You can't even tell that it is a basket which is disappointing to me since the picture on the advertisement of this pan is so cute. Any suggestions would be helpful.

Discount Zojirushi Stainless-Steel Easy-Serve Airpot

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This was a gift for my mother for Christmas. My parents always have the whole family over to their house for Christmas and they are coffee drinkers. This has always been a problem because space limitations and lack of availability of larger coffee makers that would fit in has always been a problem. She'd always have to make 2 pots and eventually, people would wind up with cool coffee since not everyone wanted it at the same time. In comes this Zojirushi SRAG30 Airpot. Now, not being a coffee drinker myself, I did a lot of research in advance. As there wasn't a lot of feedback available for this particular product, I don't know if I just got lucky in picking it or if the limited information was just that accurate, but this thing is literally almost unbelievable. Not only was the coffee made 3 hours before the first cup was pourted still hot when the last cup was poured, but it was hot the next morning, 20 hour later...and still steaming hot the next evening, 30 hours later. This morning, the coffee coming out of it is still apparently steaming. Now while I'm sure it's much cooler than it was when it first went in, the fact that I can still see visible steam rising from what's coming out of it coming up on 2 days later is just amazing. I couldn't be happier with this purchase.

Now, the scientist in me knows not everyone will get these same results as some external factors most likely played a part in this. For starters, when preparing it for it's first use, I boiled water (raging boil, not just hot tap water) and filled it. I then proceeded to close it up and pump out the hot water which would have increased the pressure of the hot air inside, warming it more. Then after the coffee was put into it, I put it on top of the stove, on which the oven was running periodically throughout the day. I'm sure this helped to keep it hot. However, this was during the winter and a nearby window was open much of the time, so there was also a cooling factor as well.

Overall, I can't say enough good about this product. While not the most extravagant gift I purchased this year, it may turn out to be the best as far as doing what it's meant to do.

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I bought this pumper to replace one manufactured by the same company I have had and used for about fourteen years. The earlier model has a glass reservoir. The Zojirushi Stainless Steel Easy Serve (pumper) has a stainless steel reservoir, not all of their models have a stainless reservoir. I perk a pot of coffee, the old fashioned style, every morning and put the coffee into a pre-heated pumper. I drink coffee throughout the day and the pumper keeps the coffee hot all day long. The older model kept fluids hot only about half a day. The unit is easy to take apart and clean. My grandmother had a restaurant in San Francisco for over forty years. We purchased our coffee and coffee related equipment from "Farmers Brothers" and the salesman gave me a great hint about cleaning stainless and glass coffee ware. Use "Seventh Generation" "powdered" Dishwasher soap. It is the same stuff that the commercial coffee suppliers sell as coffee equipment cleaning powder and is much less expensive. You can find it at the following grocery stores: Raley's, Bel Air, and Nob Hill stores. I have also found it at some health food stores as it is considered a "Green" cleaning detergent. Be sure to thoroughly rinse the pot and the pumper tube before using the pumper after you wash it! The bottom line, I REALLY like the pumper and I think you will too!

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Does a great job keeping tea or coffee hot. Second day beverage is still warm. Third day, lukewarm. As good as what's in the coffee shops. Only improvement I would like is a wider mouth to make cleaning easier. Would highly recommend buying this product.

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I don't think this airport keeps the coffee very hot unless it is filled to the brim each time. It takes almost 20 cups to fill to the top. Maybe I should have looked for a smaller version.

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My wife really loves this coffee pot. It keeps the coffee hot for the entire evening.

Review of World Cuisine 10.25-Inch Non-Stick Aluminum Crepe Pan

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The non-stick surface, even heating and low, sloping edges of this pan make perfect crepes. The biggest downside is the handle, which has a slightly akward to hold flat design and heats up quickly, making it impossible to hold without a towel or an oven mitten.

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The crepes came amazing! Still need a little butter for some crepe recipes. But, after three crepes, the handle was so friggin' hot, I would not hold it to slid off crepes! It MUST be purchased with a sleeve, or what ever else they want to call it. Other wise, the pan is great. Measure your handle, and order appropriate sleeve. the seller should suggest the best fit one, as who wants to wait to receive pan to measure and order correct sleeve....?

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I love it. Very durable, very good quality. Makes crepe making very easy (light in weight. Great nonstick surface. Handle can get hot (I use gas) but just use a pot holder

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Purchased this crepe pan in hopes that it would be well suited to make thin crepes. I am so pleased with this item that I am sad that I had not purchased before now. It makes perfect crepes every time, once I learned the right measure of liquid to use. I use 1/4 cup for each crepe and they come out the perfect thickness each time. I have also cooked several omelets in this pan and am in love with it. I would recommend this pan to anyone who likes to cook crepes or omelets.

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Good pan. the handle does get hot but it still holdable. not sure how long the nonstick will last but so far so good! cooked at least 10 crepe' and no need to put oil. Spray it the first time and you all set to go.

Simax Glassware 6666/6676 Deep Rounded Casserole Pan with Lid Review

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Good quality glassware, right size for our small family. Not seen this brand and its quality exceeded expectations. Will buy Simax again from amazon for hassle-free order/delivery.

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Last night the wife remarked we've had our Simax 6666 for ten to 20 years, and it's still going strong. The glass is thick and strong, the piece well designed: its side handles and down-curved top mean it fits between even our closest refrigerator shelves. Ours is scratched only a bit on the inside bottom by knives and frosted in a patch on one side, probably by scouring too vigorously. I'm looking for a larger one, for our anniversary. Had to look hard to find the name: where is Simax made?

GSI Outdoors 5.75-Quart Stock Pot (Blue) Reviews

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I was very surprised at how light weight this large stock pot was. It was also a lovely blue color. So I expected a less than stellar performance. But I was again surprised at how well it withstood high temperatures in boiling pasta. it also cleans up very quickly and efficiently, as enamel does. I'm very pleased with this purchase.

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Purchased as a gift because you can't really find the blue granite ware in the stores except for the basic camping gear. Recipient loved it.

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Everything arrived on time and the lid was NOT warped at the date i have posted. Maybe there was a defect before this date or it had to do with packaging or delivery. Very few complained about it, so i'm not sure. I'm just ready to get to camping and use this to make my favorite thing....Soups!

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love the blue granite....inexpensive, long lasting, great cooking kitchen tool....am now trying out other versions of the same product ...like the results and the price

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I returned it because the lid did not sit flush with the pot; it was considerably eschew and would not lay flat.

Reviews of Vision Amber 7.25" Round Lid

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I purchased the lid as a replacement for one that I had broken. The description stated that there were no dings, etc. When it arrived, not only was it dirty, but there is a 2-3 inch chip on the inside rim of the lid. There was no matching piece of glass in the box, so I assumed that it was chipped before it was sold. I kept it because it does fit my pot, but also because I wasn't going to pay the exorbitant shipping cost to return it.

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...except for the handle. The eye is a bit too small to easily hang it from a pot rack.

I used believe it was frivolous to pay professional cookware prices for Teflon-based non-stick since the coating wears off no matter the calibre. But this is a great pan at a very reasonable price and Calphalon's multi-layer non-stick should last two or three times longer than a comparable Revereware or Farberware stir-fry, justifying the investment. And trust me, the pressional-weight anodized aluminum base makes a huge difference performance-wise. It heats hotter and more evenly and maintains its temperature even filled with lots of ingredients.

Though its great for stir-frying delicate or stick-prone items like eggs, fish, and rice, I uee it for lots of other preparations. I use it as a general-purpose saute pan. It's great for browning high-fat items like sliced sausages and bacon. However, I use it most of the time for making pasta sauce. Once the sauce is done I toss it with the pasta right in the pan. The wok shape makes tossing and pouring the contents easy. I also found out recently that the round shape makes browning large pieces of meat for braising much easier than a flat bottomed fry pan since it won't tip.

Since the nonstick is Teflon-based, avoid using uncoated metal utensils. You can spend a small fortune on nylon or silicone coated tools that eventually melt or peel, or five or six bucks for wooden or bamboo utensils that will last a couple of decades.

Also, it's not a good idea to heat Telflon-based pans empty. Overheating both damages the surface and supposedly releases toxic gases. Unlike conventional pans which should be pre-heated dry to minimize sticking, pour in a little oil first. In addition to protecting the pan, you also know when the pan is hot enough to stir-fry or saute when the oil just starts smoking.

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I've been desperately looking for a durable, non-stick wok and never found one satisfying my need until this. I tried various brands such as Circulon(sp?) and Analon. Circulon is good but not very durable because residues are easily trapped in the grooves and not get cleaned, therefore the Teflon layer would peel off over years. And Analon is not really non-stick. So far this Calphalon works well for me; I don't know how long it can last though. The only cons are the heavy weight and the bottom are too narrow.It'd be better if they can reshape it to have wider bottom and offer a 13"-er.

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This is a pricey wok. The quality and ergonomics are good. The size is adequate enough for most cooking needs. JUST BE CAREFUL OF THE NON STICK INTERIOR. You may easily confuse the inside to be anodized aluminum and treat it as such. Reading the fine details, you'll find that the interior is just regular non-stick. So using any metal utensils will scratch the interior VERY easily. One wonders why use anodized aluminum if it's only on the outside. Totally defeats the purpose of anodized aluminum.

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There are so many reasons to love this pan. It is easily my favorite piece of cooking equipment that I've ever owned and I use it virtually every time I cook. I also own the 10-piece Calphallon pan set, but it is the Wok that I always turn for most meals.

This is a very solidly constructed pan. The metal is thick, probably 6-8mm including the nonstick treatment. This means the pan holds its heat and maintains even temperatures whether flash searing vegetables or slow roasting garlic. The precision control offered over temperature is excellent. The handle is also heavy duty. This is a pan that if cared for, will last a lifetime.

Asian cooking purists will argue that a non-stick wok defeats the point of stir frying, the creation of "Wak Hay" or Breath of the Wok, created by the accumulated residue that builds up on the inside of a carbon steel wok and that adds its own distinctive flavor to the food cooked inside it. While that might be nice as a quasi-religious concept, it is less desirable from a food safety perspective. Carcinogens are a real problem with any burned food, as the layering referred to by purists who use steel woks is nothing more than charred bits of former meals. For me, a nonstick pan is the way to go for a wok as it requires using much less oil, and hence the food it produces is both carcinogen free & better for you.

This is simply a must have if you are used to non stick pans and use a wok at all. I upgraded from an Annie Chen non-stick wok I had owned for many, many years, and I am so glad that I did. Calpalon makes extremely high quality pans, and this 12-inch wok is among their best in my opinion.

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Nice size, sits well on stove and cleans up very well, just like my other Calphalon pans. So far the finish is holding up.