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Sunday, January 11, 2015

Cheap Calphalon Contemporary Nonstick 3.5-qt. Pour and Strain Sauce Pan

Calphalon Contemporary Nonstick 3.5-qt. Pour and Strain Sauce Pan with Cover
Customer Ratings: 5 stars
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I've been a big fan of Calphalon products for years, they're built like tanks. As long as you're careful with the non-stick coating, these pots should work for a lifetime.

Purchased this model specifically for the pouring notches. With the cut-outs on the lid, this design works perfectly. And the cut-outs are centered with the direction of the handle, so you always know where they are, you can keep them closed to keep the inside sealed for heating, or turn them 90 degrees to vent/pour.

Highly recommended.

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This is my 7th Calphalon purchase and I'm hooked. Their pans are incredible, well made and easy to clean. This pan is thick, keeping a very uniform temperature and cooking everything just right. It's really nonstick, allowing me to decrease the amount of oil in my recipes, which is healthier. I love that it has the pour and strain feature, so l can use it for a lot of things: pasta, broths and sauces. It's very practical.

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The pour spouts and straining holes in the lid are fantastic! No more trying to strain my noodles and hoping I don't move the lid too far and lose them down the drain! I would defniitely recomment this pan. The only small drawback is that it is kind of heavy, like most of Calphalon's pans.

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Bought this piece for my wife to use on our gas range. Our old stainless cookware had handles that would get so hot you couldn't pick them up without a pot holder. These handles stay much cooler. The nonstick coating is great, and the strainer built into the lid is great for boiling vegetables, pasta, etc.

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I was looking for a larger sauce pan than came with my Calphalon set. This sauce pan is perfect for cooking pasta or large quantities of vegetables. It is definitely not one that I use every day, but one that comes in handy. This is the same great quality as the pots I bought for a lot more money.

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Saturday, January 10, 2015

Discount Nordic Ware Micowave 48-Ounce Round Casserole Dish with Cover

Nordic Ware Micowave 48-Ounce Round Casserole Dish with Cover
Customer Ratings: 4 stars
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This plate does the job, but the lids don't fit so securely, no matter how many times I put them on. It's safe for the microwave and dishwasher.

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I have used these for several years. I like them because I can take most frozen entrees/dinners out of the store carton and plastic tray and place the frozen food in this dish. I then add extra frozen veggies and/or frozen chicken strips for fiber and protein. Takes longer than the time on the store carton, but works well. However, I always put the dish on a microwave safe plate because the dish by itself is somewhat difficult to handle, especially when hot. Other reviewers are correct that the lid is not tight on the dish. This means that if you attempt to grab the dish by the edge handles when it contains freshly cooked food, the lid may slip and cause a serious steam burn to your fingers. Yesterday I used my microwave safe plate under another microwave dish. When it was finished I took off the dish with hot food, and placed this dish full of frozen entree and veggies on the hot plate and put it in the microwave to cook. I wasn't concerned since this is supposed to be freezer and microwave safe. However, when the entree was finished cooking, I discovered that this dish had a long and serious crack in the bottom. I can only speculate that this was caused by the difference in temperature between the hot underplate and the frozen food. I am ordering a replacement because I still think the dish serves my needs well, but I will be more careful to be sure my underplate is not too hot when placing this dish with frozen food on it.

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Dishes work really well in the microwave but do not put the lids in the dishwasher, not even top rack. The lids no long fit on to the dishes, they shrank. Disappointing that I will have to put left-overs into another container & then return them to these items to reheat.

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I ordered several Nordic Ware items and all the items had something wrong. Some items I received had cracked edges along the cover, other items the lids did not fit and this item the lid would not snap down. I bought this item to store leftovers. The edge of the lid was cracked and the lid doesn't snap down, then the leftovers would dry out or smell up the rest of the frig. I have bought Nordic Ware before at Target and other stores so I was able to verify that the item would seal. I highly suggest not to buy Nordic Ware online, buy it in a store so you can inspect it. When the items are not cracked and seal correctly, they actually work great.

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Love these for microwave use and easy to clean up. I've placed in the upper and lower rack of the dishwasher and had no problems.

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Thursday, January 8, 2015

Review of Granite Ware 0730-2 Pressure Canner/Cooker/Steamer, 20-Quart

Granite Ware 0730-2 Pressure Canner/Cooker/Steamer, 20-Quart
Customer Ratings: 4.5 stars
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I had never had a pressure canner or cooker in the past. I do a lot of canning/preserving, but had always done the basic "hot bath" type for pickling & jellies. I needed a decent pressure canner so I could (safely) do low acid veggies & meats. This item was given to me as a gift. Just used it today and it is very easy to work with. The instruction manual was precise and to the point. So much so, I was glad to have my canning book and some other info on pressure canning from elsewhere as it seemed they assumed you had already used one in the past. But I won't mark it down in rating for that. Could just be me and my interpretation issues. This Granite Ware 0707-1 21-1/2-Quart Steel/Porcelain Water-Bath Canner with Rack is a heavy duty, quality made item. Looks to last me years of service.

Anyhow, if you want to pressure can some quality foods for storage, be that veggies from your garden or the local farmer's market; or make up your favorite baked bean or beef stew and can it for later use, this is a great cooker to invest in. This will hold up to 7 quart jars, OR up to 8 pint jars, OR up to 24 half-pint jars (using both the canning rack and the strainer rack).

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I bought this after seeing it advertised in a garden catalog and looking for a better price online. I have a regular pressure cooker and a canner, but I wanted to be able to can more fruits and veggies, and I was sold by the ad on the box (not shown here, shown on other product pages online for this model) that advertised you could steam 60 tamales in it. I'm still trying to find out how to do that, as the steamer comes with NO recipes and almost no information at all in the manual.

This is the first time I've used a pressure canner/steamer and there was a bit of a learning curve. My regular pressure cooker came with a great manual with precise instructions and cooking times, recipes, etc. and I expected that with this one. This barely has instructions on how to put it together and operate it, plus one chart about cooking times. I've had to research everything online to be sure I don't blow up the kitchen. :)

That said, it is a great product and we've used it a ton this week. My husband and I put up a lot of produce this time of year and we've canned 8 quarts of apple pie filling, 20 pints of applesauce, 2 quarts of condensed apple juice and 9 pints of pickles -and that's just in a few days. I'm sure we'll get our money's worth from it! Once you get the hang of it, it is easy to use and I love my new canning options.

One last note-I bought this less than a month ago and it was $20 cheaper than it is today. There were no reviews then and now there is a positive review, so I wonder if that and a few purchases triggered a price increase? You might want to watch the price for a short time and see if it continues to fluctuate.

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I have been canning for a few years now, and decided to take it to the next level, more foods more canning. The water bath method si not possible for a lot of foods so it was a necessary purchase. I looked at a bunch, as I am sure that you did and finally settled on this one. I could not be happier. The packaging was very well done, and shipped in just a few days. The cooker itself is very sturdy and well made. Cleans easy, loads easy, works great, heavy duty construction.

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This canner is big. It can fit 8 pints and 5 or 6 quart jars. It is very nice quality and the annodized bottom didn't discolor like my Presto pressure cooker did. The jar rack is very nice quality too and a nice bonus. This canner may come at a lower price but it is super-high quality.

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After my first use, the coating on the wire rack came out melted and almost burnt looking. There was plenty of water in it right up to the 3" mark. So for a "new" wire rack, it looks very old and worn. Also, the jars don't sit evenly on the rack without some wrangling around. I'm new to canning and enjoying it, but I found it strange that while this canner will hold 7 quart jars, using pint jars only allows for one more jar, 8. It seems that if this canner were manufactured just a tad taller, pint jars could be double-stacked and allow for a more productive use of pint jars. 16 pints or 7 quarts would be a nice option. Also, it would be nice if it came with a gauge.

But it does work. Still disappointed in the rubbery-coated rack melting and burnt-looking after the first use. And it's getting worse with each use. It doesn't affect the usability of the canner though. Someday, I would like to get one of those gasket-less cast ones....the expensive one.

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Wednesday, December 31, 2014

Global GSF-4023 - 4 Piece Steak Knife Set Review

Global GSF-4023 - 4 Piece Steak Knife Set
Customer Ratings: 5 stars
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These knives are quite sharp. They are heavier than most steak knives. They have a nice feel to them.

However, they have these fine serrations. I contacted Global and asked about the serrations and sharpening.... they replied.

"It is quite typical to have it to have it with the steak knife to cut the stringy meat. However, it is not available to sharpen the edge."

I love my Global knives, but I am not so sure how I feel about not being able to sharpen the knives, as I would expect to keep knives of this nature forever. I am contemplating purchasing an electric sharpener that can sharpen knives with serrations.....

I gave 4 stars because of my ambivalence about the serrations. The knives are more than capable of cutting steak.

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I have about 20 global knives and love them all, these are high quality knives...When it comes to steak knives to be honest you probably can cut a steak equally well with $5 knives, but when you want all your knives to match you gotta pony up the cash!

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These are the best steak knives we have ever owned. All of our "good knives" are Global Knives. You can't beat them.

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Monday, December 1, 2014

Cheap Le Creuset Stoneware 12-Ounce Mini Oval Cocotte, White

Le Creuset Stoneware 12-Ounce Mini Oval Cocotte, White
Customer Ratings: 4.5 stars
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Researching mini cocottes, I was annoyed by many reviewers complaining that they are small, and if you've read as many of these complaints as I have, you are probably writing me off right now as someone who doesn't bother to read the provided information about capacity and dimensions. I, however, am complaining because I did read and consider carefully, and I decided on this one because it was listed as a "12-Ounce Mini Oval Cocotte."

I am a huge fan of Le Creuset enameled cast iron, but think Le Creuset stoneware is overpriced and far less useful, so I was at first inclined to buy Le Creuset Enameled Cast-Iron 1/3-Quart Mini Cocotte, Red but I decided that its listed size (1/3 quart) wasn't enough larger than my 8 oz. Staub mini cocotte to make much difference; I was looking for something slightly larger.

I decided on this, despite its being overpriced stoneware, because 12 ounces sounded about right, so imagine my disappointment when it arrived and right on the box it says its capacity is 1/3 quart, the exact size of the enameled cast iron mini-cocotte I had rejected as too small.

Of course, it was the box that was correct and the Amazon description that was misleading. I am now trying to decide whether to return it. It's a nice enough 1/3 quart mini casserole but not worth Le Creuset prices.

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what a pretty pretty item to give as a hostess gift. It's tiny but so pretty! I'm proud to give them as gifts--great "stocking stuffers" filled with treats. !!

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Shipped quickly and was what I expected. I love the white color, very clean. I usually keep my butter in it, it has a tight fitting lid and I can microwave it if I need to. It was a good deal!

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Wednesday, November 26, 2014

Reviews of Frieling Gold Coffee Filter # 4

Frieling Gold Coffee Filter # 4
Customer Ratings: 4.5 stars
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I had a Swiss Gold coffee filter a few years ago, and I used it several times w/ regular grind coffee. I always had grounds/sludge in the bottom of the pot.

I gave away the Swiss Gold and went back to paper filters, but I'm trying to economize and "go green," so I thought I would try one of these again and just learn to live with the grounds in the pot, or maybe strain them out with a tea strainer when I poured from the carafe or something.

So, I ordered this Frieling Gold Coffee Filter last week, and the holes in it are smaller than on the Swiss Gold. Guess what: NO GROUNDS IN THE POT! NO SLUDGE!

If you use a fine grind, I would guess you MIGHT have some grounds get through, but with a regular, commercial grind, no problems. In the morning, I just want my coffee quick, and I either use commercially prepared regular grind coffee or grind my own on medium.

I have a Krups coffee / espresso "combo" machine.

Submitted by "Mrs. Neighbor John"

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Paper filters, #4 in this case, do one thing well for drip and pour-over coffee brewing methods: They keep the grounds separate from the brewed coffee very well. The downside is that the absorbency and density of the paper also filters out coffee oils and collagens that deliver prime flavors. A reduced amount of the true coffee bean flavor survives the filtering process.

How much is lost? I do notice it, but I have no verifiable data to support my reduced flavor claim other than my taste buds. Not only that, but everyone's tastes are different. Some people like the thinner, more delicate flavors produced by paper filters. Others say that an undesirable paper taste is detectable when using paper filters. To make things more complex, some brands of paper filter are much better at eliminating paper taste, or even almost entirely eliminating paper tastes. Moreover, it must be admitted that the ingestion of a small amount of paper fibers will not kill you. Nothing seems to be simple in life, does it? Unless things are unexamined.

For many coffee lovers, that loss of flavor caused by paper filters is unacceptable. A good solution is a metal mesh, or Screen Filter. Some are even electroplated gold such as the Frieling model under discussion, in order to prevent rust and off flavors from contaminating coffee flavor (a stainless steel model might be much more expensive to make). Such a device must have an extremely fine screen to reduce the amount of fine particles ("fines") from passing through the screen and into the cup. Avoiding the point of near solidity, regardless of mesh fineness, some ultra fine coffee grind particulates, "fines," inevitably and invariably WILL pass through any wire mesh screen. Setting your grinder to medium grind helps to reduce the amount of fines passing through the filter, but not 100%.

There is a trade off similar to what occurs when brewing French press with its metal mesh filter screen on the plunger assembly: If the screen is too fine it can be difficult or even impossible for the coffee/water solution to pass through the filter, and if too porous then the amount of "fines" passing through the filter will increase, and end up in your cup. So all you can hope for is a good balance.

I chose the the Frieling Gold Filter #4 for my Technivorm Moccamaster drip brewer, as the quality of this filter matches that of my brewer (The costly Technivorm Moccamaster, BonaVita BV, and one or two others, are the ONLY drip-brewers accredited by the Specialty Coffee Association of America to brew at the correct 195-205 degree temperature during the entire brew cycle producing the best flavor available! See the SCAA website).

The mesh of the Frieling's screen works well, balancing the variables of coffee particle filtration versus flavor development. My experience is that only a few fines make it through to become silt in the cup, and they do ALWAYS appear, as I finely grind my freshly roasted coffee beans for drip-brewing with the excellent Baratza Virtuoso burr grinder (The less expensive Encore model is also excellent for drip or pour-over brewing). The flavor allowed is remarkably good. A bit of silt at the bottom of your cup is the price you pay, as in French press brewing, for a remarkable increase in flavor intensity. Never take that last sip, grit haters, or grind on medium.

Summary: A metal mesh filter is very green compared to the destruction of the number of trees needed to produce the amount of paper coffee filters one would consume over a lifetime, times the number of people using them. As a conscionable alternative, and on its own merits, The Frieling Gold Filter #4 is highly recommended, not perfect, but as good as it gets based on my incomplete experience. It is very, very good at achieving excellent results in a game where it is almost impossible to win, not 100% anyway...just as in French press brewing. This is the best filter of its type I have used, as my first one was a cheap off-brand. The product is top rack dishwasher-safe...a big plus.

I have NOT tested the one or two other competing respectable brands of metal mesh filter so this review is flawed in that respect. A controlled, empirical test of such filters would establish which filter brand is better, and would do so better than this comparatively subjective review. Here is hoping that someone actually does so. Until then, for me, one can pay less for such a filter, yet the Frieling name and its performance are just superb. In my estimation, you will not go wrong with this Frieling Gold Filter #4.

I hope this was helpful to you. If you have questions, please reply in the Comment section below...I would be glad to help.

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I ordered this to pair with a Bonavita BV1800 8-Cup Coffee Maker with Glass Carafe, Brushed Aluminum after I got tired of messing with paper filters' cost and waste.

The filter fits perfectly in the Bonavita (and presumably other #4 filter holders), and seems to be reasonably sturdy. I alternate washing it by hand and dishwashing (top rack), and it looks as good after three months as it did when new.

As for the grind, I use freshly ground beans, ground on a medium fine setting with a Jura-Capresso 560 Infinity Conical Burr Grinder, Brushed Silver, 8.5-Ounce grinder.

I have not had issues with sludge or coffee that is weak: it has been well brewed every time, perhaps a bit on the strong side. You can easily tell that it's not a paper filter, too: the coffee oils are (slightly) visible in the brewed coffee. If you worry about those, then you should stick with paper.

For the price and quality of the coffee so far, I can recommend it. Cheers!

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To be fair, this is the first one I've had, so I don't know how this compares to other metal/reusable coffee filters.

About 50% of the time, Coffee drains through too fast unless you preform some sort of voodoo ritual and have the grind and water temperature at just the right size-maybe, still not sure what size that should be. Even with a perfect paper filteresque drain, You get a fair amount of sludge in the bottom of the pot.

HOWEVER, its worth it to know we'll never have to worry about running out of or buying filters again, and it makes perfectly drinkable coffee. Though I've got into the British habit of leaving the last 1/4" of liquid at the bottom to avoid the sludge.

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I use my Frieling Gold filter every day and am VERY happy with it. The mesh is very fine much finer than the mesh I had with my old Braun machine. A very fine mesh makes for less sediment while still allowing some of the coffee oils to pass through. So if you are wondering if you should pay $20 instead of $5 for your gold filter my answer is a definite YES.

That said, it is not a paper filter. Some oils will come through to your coffee if you like a bit of oil/flavor/bitterness in your coffee that is a good thing. If not, you should stick with paper filters. Also, even with the Frieling there will be some fine dust/sediment in the bottom of your mug. I prefer the flavor a gold filter allows to pass into the coffee so I am willing to not drink the bottom 1/4" of my cup. Again if not, you should stick with paper filters.

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Monday, November 17, 2014

Best Concord 12 Piece Eco Friendly Ceramic Nonstick Healthy Cookware Set Deals

Concord 12 Piece Eco Friendly Ceramic Nonstick Healthy Cookware Set
Customer Ratings: 4.5 stars
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Great set. Wonderful price for ceramic and I like the white more than I thought I would. Very helpful to see the food you are cooking.

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I bought these from ebay...just because the shipping was cheaper...I was very skeptical. but these are great. they aren't the BEST ceramic coated pans...but they are very nice.......no sticking at all.......

use them as it says....no high heat, no abrasive cleaning tools......

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The pan is too small that have. I used for eggs and bacon. After high heat it left a mark on pan. No happy w that since it is ceramic and suppose to be so durable. LOw costs so u get what u paid for

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Wednesday, November 5, 2014

Reviews of Le Creuset Stoneware 2-Quart Covered Round Casserole, Cobalt Blue

Le Creuset Stoneware 2-Quart Covered Round Casserole, Cobalt Blue
Customer Ratings: 5 stars
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Love this casserole. One of the most surprising things is how easy it is to clean. We have had for three months and use it to replace our Pyrex.

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I love anything Le Creuset, especially in cobalt blue. This is a wonderful piece.

Thursday, October 2, 2014

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Japanese Plastic Microwave Oven Rack Tray #0007
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nice item but it tends to warp. then again i put food directly on it when i cooked in the microwave, so the heat in the food (oil) probably caused it to bend.

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We found this item to be less than useful. We had hoped that it would replace a tray that allowed two items to be microwaved at the same time with covers on each item. Unfortunately, this item has insufficient clearance on the lower level to allow this to happen, and is too narrow to fully support our plates.

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This rack allows me to use less space and microwave multiple dishes at the same time.. It saves time, and heats food simultaneously..

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My New microwave is smaller than old one, this tray works great ! can heat up 2 dinners at once now

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This is very poor quality. Save your money. Not worth the $6. Half afraid to even set anything on it.

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Tuesday, September 30, 2014

Discount Dansk Torun 5-Piece Place Setting, Service for 1

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I recently ordered four additional place settings as well as a few replacement forks/spoons of Dansk Torun. I have an original set from the mid 1980's. The new pieces were much lighter in weight, the spoons had different bowl shapes (both soup and teaspoon) and stamps on the back of each piece (including the 'made in China') were obnoxiously large and made the silverware ugly. I purchased these with a 'buy three get one free offe'r. Had I been aware of the poor quality of this recent edition of Dansk silverware I would not have purchased it new. I would have purchased used place settings from a replacement source.

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We got a set of Dansk Torun in 1999; it was a beautiful and functional set We wanted to get some additional sets, so we got this.

These are amazingly inferior. Some of it is just quality: the spoons are shallower and have sharp edges. That's just cheaper forging. To add insult to inury, they also have a new shape which I don't like as well. The knife is similar to the original, but not as elegant.

If I'd known Dansk was going to do this I don't think I would have bought from them 10 years ago. I certainly can't recommend this set now.

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I had the EXACT same experience as the previous reviewers. I purchased this beautiful, and not cheap, flatware in the late 1980's. I loved it. After years of "kids", many pieces had "walked away" so I ordered some replacements. The difference in quality was truly stunning. This was the first time I really began to understand that the flight to Chinese manufacturing (read: cheaper manufacturing costs), was also a flight to inferior products. The spoons were not rounded on the edges; they were flat and sharp. The luster was not there, the weight was lighter, and overall the flatware had a "cheap" look to it when compared to the original. Honestly, you should get what you pay for. I replaced it all with Ricci and have not been disappointed. Caveat Emptor buyer beware.

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I'd like to address some of the other reviewer's complaints with my own experiences:

1) Quality. I admit this is my first set of Dansk or Torun silverware, so I can't compare the quality to the product in the 1980s, but I will say I think this is very nice quality. It is 18/10 stainless steel, which is the highest quality grade. Also, it feels heavy, substantial, and expensive. And it's dishwasher safe, which is non negotiable for me.

2) Sharp edges on the spoons. I have no clue what that reviewer is talking about. Perhaps you had a defective set? I think the spoon edges are just a smooth as any other quality set.

3) Knives falling off. I disagree the whole reason why I purchased this set was because I was so impressed with a seeing a friend's set and the way all the pieces were made to balance....especially the knife. Nothing flops or falls on your plate and the place setting presentation is beautifully symmetrical with all pieces balancing upright. The product picture shows the knife resting on its side, but check out the Dansk Torun Stainless-Steel 3-Piece Hostess Set to see how it balances.

The Amazon price of $39 is the best around -it still beats Bed, Bath & Beyond with the 20% off coupon plus sales tax.

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At $29.99 per place setting, Amazon is offering this pattern at outlet prices for Torun. I have owned this silverware for over 10 years, and it looks as good today as when I purchased it. The stainless is of the highest grade, 18/10, and this ensures that it will tolerate the dishwasher very well. Instructions that came with mine said to polish it once a year, but I have not found this necessary. The stainless is of a quality that it doesn't show scratches either. The design is timeless; it will be as contemporary 25 years from now as today. It is also versatile enough to use for every day and formal occasions. The only thing that takes getting used to is the knife; the curved handle allows for positioning the knife with the blade down. Also be aware that complementary and serving pieces are going to be expensive and hard to find. These can be located on Ebay or in any remaining outlet stores that Dansk may have.

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Tuesday, September 23, 2014

19 Pc Surgical Stainless Steel Cookware Set Reviews

19 Pc Surgical Stainless Steel Cookware Set
Customer Ratings: 4.5 stars
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The set is at a terrific price maybe is because even if you get it new its been in a warehouse long time ago and it is not the newest set you can get. I recieved one piece damaged from a handled but even with that it is a good alternative to the current expensive sets. It does not have a valve but an indicator of current pressure but without making noise when ready. Still I would buy a nother set for $200 USD or less.

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We have not used them yet as they are a Christmas present for my husband as he is an avid cook. I know that he will love them, just has to learn how to use them.

Sunday, August 17, 2014

Futura by Hawkins F10-16 Gasket Sealing Ring for 3.5 to 7-Liter Reviews

Futura by Hawkins F10-16 Gasket Sealing Ring for 3.5 to 7-Liter Pressure Cooker
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I have a 5 ltr. Futuro Pressure cooker. It does fit--the description is correct! I love this pressure cooker. I have had it for many year. It's a wonderful time and energy saver. I also have a 7 ltr. cooker by Futura, so you know I depend on them. My aluminum cooker warped.

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Monday, July 28, 2014

Reviews of Small 2-screw Replacement Handle for Vintage Revere Ware Pans

Small 2-screw Replacement Handle for Vintage Revere Ware Pans
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My Revere pans are 43 years old and the old handles were falling apart. These new replacements make the pans look brand new. I am very pleased with these replacement handles.

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This is supposed to be for vintage Revereware but it did not fit. The two screw holes do not line up; they are misaligned by 1/8" so both screws won't go in. There is also a channel inside the handle where the tang of the pot is to fit. It is too narrow; it should be 5/8" wide but this one is only 3/8". It would also be helpful in the product description if actual handle sizes would be stated in inches rather than small/medium/large and/or state the distance between screws. I guessed right and got the small but it still didn't fit as mentioned above. If "vintage" refers to certain dates, perhaps some reference such as pre-1950, or a range of dates if production changes were made as our little pot clearly shows. Sent an email stating these issues but never received a response. Back to the drawing board to find a handle that fits.

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NO! THIS HANDLE DID NOT EXACTLY FIT MY REVERE POT. I USED THE HANDLE & IMPROVISED THE SCREWS / BOLTS.

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Had high hopes, having replaced the handles before on these terrific pans, many times. must have been various styles of Revere Ware Pans, over the years.

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It's great to have these new handles on the old pots. The old bakelite gets smooth and makes the pot hard to handle. These new handles are easy to grip and allow greater pot control. They fit like a charm.

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Wednesday, July 16, 2014

Le Creuset Enameled Cast-Iron 2-3/4-Quart Soup Pot Reviews

Le Creuset Enameled Cast-Iron 2-3/4-Quart Soup Pot, Flame
Customer Ratings: 5 stars
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I've used my LeCreuset for many years and find it excellent for making dishes that require long slow cooking because of its ability to keep an even temperature w/o hotspots. Although I confess a bias towards unenamaled cast iron pots, they can't be used for acidic dishes such as tomato sauces. When I cook acidic foods, I happily rely upon my LeCreuset pans for good results.

My only reason for not giving this product 5 stars is that the enamel has a small susceptability to chipping. This is a minor annoyance and shouldn't discourage anyone.

Last I agree with another reviewer who said this brand it the best. Imitiations I have used have not performed as well.

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If you are thinking of buying this soup pot don't think twice. Pricey but VERY nice. It's a perfect size for soup for two. I have a smooth electric stove top. Maybe some of you have noticed, with this type stove, it's hard to keep a simmer going if you lift the lid to peek. This pan holds a steady heat creating delicious soups and stews.My husband loved the results so much, he had me order the round French oven.I'll buy more of this cookware and throw out 28 years of accumulated stainless steel and non-stick pans. I'd suggest looking at your current cookware, decide what you use the MOST (daily?) and start replacing those pieces today. You won't regret it.As for looks and design,it's beautiful. I have Chestnut Brown and Flame pieces.It's too pretty to hide in the cupboard! Amazon has the best prices on this cookware.

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I simply love Le Creuset's entire line of items, and this soup pot is no exception. it is the perfect size for curries, soups, and sauces, and clean-up is almost a pleasure. if you price this cookware anywhere else, you'll quickly recognize what a great deal amazon offers. i'll keep using amazon to add to my collection.

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My wife loves this cookware. It keeps the heat very well and it is excellent at browning meat (as opposed to burning the meat). She also loves that it cooks the food evenly, which other pots have not done well (She has tried teflon and copper pots and they do not do a good job in this area). She heartily recommends this product.

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We use this soup pot for just about everything. It's the perfect size for making a sauce or cooking vegetables. We have a small minimalist kitchen with only 3 pots (2 LeCreuset and 1 Lodge)and probably use this one most often. It cleans up easily. For food that adheres or even burns, just soak it in water for about 1/2 hour and it comes clean with a regular sponge, soap, and water. The drawbacks are the price and the inability to use metal utensils with it. Every few months we clean the outside with a scouring pad to retain its beautiful glaze.

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