• Kitchen Gadgets & Appliances

    The Cuisinart Grind And Brew Produces Fresh And Flavorful Coffee

    April 7th, 2019

    Product review of cuisinart grind and brew.

    For many, there is nothing like that first cup of hot coffee to get going in the morning. The Cuisinart Grind-and-Brew Twelve-Cup Automatic Coffeemaker can take the at-home coffee experience to the next step by freshly grinding coffee beans right before brewing them. From a trusted name in America’s kitchens comes a coffeemaker with grinder that will grind your choice of beans before brewing them. Program when you’d like your pot of coffee to brew up to twenty-four hours ahead of time. Once the coffee starts brewing, you can easily “pause” the process to grab a cup of coffee before the whole pot is finished.

    This coffeemaker grinder includes a sixty-ounce carafe which features a knuckle guard and drip less spout. The grinding aspect of this coffeemaker, while housed in the same unit, is separate from the brewing process for easy clean up. This home coffee maker Cuisinart Grind And Brew also features an auto-shutoff function that is adjustable up to four hours. Overall, reviews on Amazon were positive. Customers appeared to enjoy the coffee produced by the coffee maker machine and the included thermal carafe. A few drawbacks for some customers were the difficulty of cleaning the grinding area, the noise of the coffee grinder, and the limited four-cup capacity for grounds.

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    Discover The Heavy Aluminum Presto Pressure Canner

    March 31st, 2019

    Product review of presto pressure canner.

    Some enjoy giving, and for some, cooking. Combine both with the Presto Pressure Canner. Use it to prepare cans of your famous salsa for giving, then use it to cook up a great stew for fun company. The Presto Pressure Canner will hold up to twenty pint jars or seven quart jars at one time. It is constructed of heavy aluminum which resists warping and encourages even heat distribution. Safety features of this model include a pop up pressure indicator, a steam release mechinism and an overpressure plug to let off excessive steam build up if needed. There is also a pressure dial gauge that lets you see the pressure reading.

    To ensure quality canning, the lid locks down tight and an inner seal keeps steam inside the canner. Another nice feature of this canner is an included rack that will fit inside and keep jars off the bottom, allowing for water circulation. This canner also does double duty and serves as a pressure cooker. An included recipe book will give you ideas for easy dishes to prepare, including basic soups to breads and desserts. Overall reviews online for this electric pressure canner were positive. Most consumers reported the canner and cooker aspects worked well with easy set up and use. One consistent potential negative was that the unit takes a while to heat up, but that seems fairly common in canners.

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    This Electric Brinkmann Smoker Offers 50 Pound Cooking Capacity

    March 31st, 2019

    Small product picture of a brinkmann smoker review.

    There are a few things that Americans are undeniably great at, and one of those things is crafting a great tasting meal with the help of a grill. Those who want to take the challenge even further may enjoy learning to use a smoker to cook extremely tasty meats and fish. The Brinkmann Gourmet Electric Smoker and Grill is a great tool for those looking to start smoking meats and fish for the first time. The electric smoker and grill from Brinkman is a great two in one tool for those who enjoy a good cooking challenge. The Brinkmann Smoker comes with a front-hinged door, porcelain-coated steel water pan, and two chrome-plated cooking grills.

    With a 1500-watt heating element, the Brinkmann smoker grill is capable of tackling all your smoking needs. This particular model comes with stay-cool wooden handles and a protective vinyl cover. Customers in search of a smoker and grill combo unit will find a handful of models to choose from on the market. Traditionalists might prefer a true smoker that relies on burning wood for fuel, but among the electric models the Brinkmann is on par with the competition.

    Although the majority of online reviewers were happy with the Brinkmann electric smoker, there were complaints from a minority of users. Some complained of design flaws and cheap construction, but the other major complaint was a lack of ability to control the temperature inside the smoker. Smoking is a time consuming task, and an electric smoker provides a reliable stream of fuel for the process. While experienced smokers may not choose this model, the Brinkmann Gourmet Electric Smoker and Grill is a good option for beginners and casual users.

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    The George Foreman Griddle Is An Effective Electric Countertop Grill

    March 30th, 2019

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    Enjoy delicious grilled food without having to leave your kitchen! With the George Foreman Griddle, you can cook up burgers, vegetables and steaks. With a sleek design that fits on any countertop, the electric griddle has a 72 inch cooking surface, a stay cool handle and “ready” indicator light. The drip tray keeps fat away from food and the nonstick coating allows for easy cleaning. The griddle also comes with an extra griddle plate and spatula. George Foreman products have made grilling foods healthier and easier, especially for those who lack a grill, such as dorm or apartment dwellers or those that desire an electric grill rather than natural gas.

    The George Foreman Griddle is also a great alternative during the winter months when the grill isn’t in use. These inventive products are some of the most popular on the market, especially with their consistent cooking results. The Black and Decker Nonstick Griddle for example, has received very poor reviews, with customers saying the product was poorly made and allowed the food to stick. Presto Griddles have received much better reviews, yet customers still felt that these griddles didn’t cook evenly and instead of a convenient drip tray as with the George Foreman, the Presto griddles are tilt and drain. Fortunately, online reviewers have been happy with their George Foreman GRP54G Family Griddle, saying that it’s a dependable griddle that is perfect for grilling up small quantities of food. The only downside is that the grill is a bit smaller than most expected it to be, making it ideal for small families or couples. Overall, this is an excellent addition to any kitchen, preparing healthy grilled foods any time of the day!

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    Presto Electric Slicer SaladShooter Slices Vegetables And Fruits

    March 25th, 2019

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    When it comes to slicing and shredding foods, there’s no need to waste time with hand slicers. The Presto Professional Electric Slicer takes the work out of shredding and slicing foods, maximizing time and efficiency. This professional model has 114 watts of power, a large food chamber and an adjustable food guide. Best of all, no work is needed on your part. Simply point and shoot and out comes professionally sliced foods, such as vegetables, cheeses and fruits. If you’re looking for that special touch, the electric slicer kitchen tool also comes with accessories for making thick and ripple cuts, perfect for presentation purposes.

    When it’s time to clean up, the parts detach and can be placed in the dishwasher, while the base wipes clean with a wet cloth. With the ease of electric slicers, there are many on the market for consumers to browse through. Some slicers have the capability of slicing meats, while others are simpler in design. Yet even with all the choices on the market, product owners agree that the Presto slicer is an excellent buy. The tool is not too big, not too small and comes at an affordable price with options for shredding cheeses and making chocolate shreds. Ratings from owners are positive and reviews are in harmony with each other, focusing on the ease and efficiency of the product. Although there are a few negative complaints, all have to do with personal preferences and not the quality of the product.

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    The Presto Griddle Cooks Up To 12 Pancakes At A Time

    February 9th, 2019

    Product review of presto griddle.

    Need to cook a pound of bacon? Looking to cook stacks of flapjacks? A large electric griddle can help whip up a tasty breakfast and more. The Presto Tilt ‘N Drain Big Griddle Cool Touch Electric Griddle can help you cook large amounts of food. With this griddle you will have over 440 square inches of cooking surface to cook a family size meal. Made with a non-stick surface, the large cooking are allows you to cook 12 pancakes at a time. Due to some cold zones, there is a need to turn and move the food you cook for even browning. The simple design of this griddle features a slide out drip tray and a built in backstop ledge.

    The heat control goes up to 400 degrees. The Presto Griddle cool-touch handles move to operate the tilt and drain feature which allows you to cook and drain at the same time. Cleaning this griddle is very easy. After removing the control, just put the griddle in the dishwasher. Whether cooking up a family size breakfast or grilling mounds of toasted cheese sandwiches, the Presto Tilt ‘N Drain Big Griddle can help you easily accomplish your task.

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    Power And Style In This KitchenAid 700-Watt Red Food Processor

    January 13th, 2019

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    If you love to cook but don’t have time to spend all day in the kitchen, the KitchenAid 12-Cup Food Processor will make the task of chopping, dicing and slicing a breeze. With 700 watts of power, a 12-cup work bowl, dual feed tubes and a stainless steel blade, there’s nothing this power machine can’t do. Plus, you can enjoy effortless dicing and slicing without the loud noise, as the durable sealing allows for quiet performance. This red food processor is perfect for the modern-day kitchen and includes plenty of accessories, including a 4-cup mini bowl, 2 mm and 4 mm slicing discs, dough blade, spatula and 4 mm shredding disc.

    You can keep the food processor on your countertop or store it in the handy storage case that has compartments for all the accessories. This kitchen food processor is one of the best on the market and online reviews are consistent with one another, agreeing that the processor is durable and efficient. The only other product that stands up to the KitchenAid processor is the Cuisinart 12-Cup Food Processor. Although the Cuisinart has a sharp design and a powerful 1000 watt motor, product owners felt the KitchenAid was a better buy. While a great machine, some consumers felt that the design was rather poor, leading to uneven dicing and broken parts. On the same note however, there were also several negative reviews about the large red food processor, as some product owners believed the design was also flawed and included too many little parts that could break down. Fortunately, the majority of consumers found that they couldn’t live without the red kitchenaid food processor, which makes the details of cooking effortless.

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    Yonanas Ice Cream Maker – Healthy Alternative To Regular Ice Cream

    January 9th, 2019

    The Yonanas Ice Cream Maker creates “ice cream” using bananas and any combination of other fruits, chocolate, peanut butter, and more. Yonanas allows you to have a healthy frozen dessert without the added fat, sugar, and preservatives that are normally found in ice cream. The machine purees frozen bananas and other fruits into a creamy […]

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