11/28/2011

Zwilling J.A. Henckels Pro S Stainless-Steel 21-Piece Knife Set with Block Review

Zwilling J.A. Henckels Pro S Stainless-Steel 21-Piece Knife Set with Block
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My Sweetie got ME these for Valentines day 2011.... He is so sweet.... I knew about them it was no a secret...once in a lifetime purchase I actually got the 26 piece set with the swivel block ! I am so happy... The handles are dishwasher safe BTW! BUT they just wipe clean with soap and water so quickly why would you put them in the dishwasher??? They are razor sharp and do not need to be sharpened ever single time they are used ... that is just a waste... CUTCO Knives have an odd handle and feel weird in my hand but these are AMAZING! well balanced superior sharp knife there is no other for the money...

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Professional S 21 piece block set includes: 2 3/4-inch peeler, 23/4-inch parer/boner, 3-inch hollow edge (kudamono) parer, 4-inch parer-utility,5-inch serrated utility, 5-1/2-inch boning, 7-inch hollow-edge santoku, 6-inch utility-sandwich, 8-inch chef'

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Cuisinart CPT-190 Brushed Stainless-Steel 4-Slice Toaster with Countdown Timer Review

Cuisinart CPT-190 Brushed Stainless-Steel 4-Slice Toaster with Countdown Timer
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I thought this was going to be the perfect toaster. However, once again a toaster misses the mark.
I particularly like the countdown timer, because I always wonder how much longer it will take to toast my bread, but it would be nice if the counters only lit up when the toast control is pushed down. They do make nice night lights in the kitchen, though.
Deficiencies:
1. The slots are wide, but they are short, so thick bread will go in just fine, but not some wider bread types. 12 grain breads in particular tend to be wider, and the slices end up caught on the ends of the slots.
2. The first thing I noticed was that the center elements of the toaster did not get as red as the outside elements. Thus I was worried that the bread would toast darker one side than the other, and that was the case.
3. One side (2 slots) of the toaster refused to work on the third attempt. It would not latch down.
4. I had to set the control to 5.5 (the highest setting is 6) to toast multigrain bread to a medium color. I would guess that a setting of 1 or 2 would just slightly warm the bread.
This toaster seems to be optimized for bagels. I want a toaster that is optimized for toast!
When I was a kid, we had toasters that went tick tick tick, toasted the bread just right and then dinged, and didn't cost much. Why can no one make a decent toaster like that now?

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Our Metal Classic Toaster delivers innovative looks and spectacular performance.The Metal Classic 4 Slice Toaster offers two controls panels, each toasting two items at a time, to any shade you want.That means you can toast thick-sliced bread at the same time you're doing bagels!Features two 6-shade setting dials and dual bagel, reheat and defrost controls with one custom LCD countdown timer and LED indicators for each function.

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11/27/2011

Toastmaster T2010CTW Cool Touch 2-Slice Toaster, White Review

Toastmaster T2010CTW Cool Touch 2-Slice Toaster, White
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I bought this toaster because it was so cheap. Big mistake. The first time I used it, the toast wouldn't stay down. I kept seeing blue flashes which kind of scared me. After using it for a few weeks I realized it toasted VERY unevenly. I'd had it for about a month when it completely broke. It wouldn't stay down, and even when I held the lever down, it wouldn't come on. Stupid piece of crap toaster. Negative five hundred stars.

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Double-walled construction with cool-touch thermoplastic case. Electronic timer ensures consistent shading. Adjustable slot width. Auto safety shut off. Hinged crumb tray for easy clean-up.

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Wusthof Classic 5-Inch Serrated Utility Knife Review

Wusthof Classic 5-Inch Serrated Utility Knife
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In Europe, this knife is called the "sausage" or "brunch" knife. Since Americans don't usually cut baguettes or weisswurst as part of making lunch, however, Amazon has chosen to call this what it is - the serrated utility knife.
Name notwithstanding, the edge on this knife is the same as the one on the Wusthof tomato and bread knives, and the knife does in fact do splendidly on tomatoes (which aren't too terribly different from sausage) and crusty bread (as long as it is skinny french bread - get an 8-inch knife for the hefty american stuff).
Where this knife truly excels, however, is cutting citrus. The blade is long enough to handle grapefruit, and the scalloped edge will cut even kumquats and key limes without crushing the pulp.
So, I would have called this the citrus knife (or, maybe, the "soft things with a hard skin" knife). While mine doesn't get used as often as the paring or chef's knife, it's among our kitchen's top-five.

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The straight, serrated blade of this 5-inch knife cuts perfectly through sausages, tomatoes, and fruit skins. Cooks can find many other uses for this handy knife; for example, it works beautifully as a bar companion, cutting citrus wedges effortlessly. Because of its portability, it's also a great tool to pack for picnics.

Part of the Classic series, this knife represents two centuries of unexcelled Wusthof craftsmanship. Like other cutlery in the series, it's hand-forged from a single piece of stainless steel for maximum strength; the hand-polished blade is exactingly calibrated to be hard enough to resist dulling yet soft enough to take a keen edge when it's honed or sharpened. Dishwasher-safe and with a traditionally shaped, ergonomically designed handle that is triple-riveted for durability, this knife brings a guaranteed lifetime of low-maintenance cutting to its owners.
From the Manufacturer
In the culinary world variety and preparing something outstanding is the key to success. Due to this, Wusthof offers more than 350 different kinds of knives to be able to provide the perfect knife for everyone. No matter which kind of blade and handle shape you are thinking of--Wusthof has the right knife for all your needs.

The most important features of a high-value forged Wusthof knife:
Exceptionally sharp
Long-lasting cutting edge
High stain resistance
Easily restorable edge


Classic Cutlery
The Classic triple-riveted knife series features:
Precision forged from a single piece of sturdy high-carbon steel that resists stains and corrosion
Wusthof's Precision Edge Technology (PEtec) creates an extraordinarily sharp blade that retains its edge 30% longer
Special alloyed, stainless steel
Durable polymer handle is contoured for a comfortable grip
Seamless, hygienic fit of the handle
Full tang is triple riveted to the handle for exceptional durability and control
For professional chefs and home cooking enthusiasts
Made in Solingen, Germany

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Rada Cutlery Utility Steak Knife, Made in USA, Aluminum Handle (R104) Review

Rada Cutlery Utility Steak Knife, Made in USA, Aluminum Handle (R104)
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I love the feel of this knife, it is a welcome addition to my Rada cutlery.

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The Utility/Steak knife is a longstanding favorite because of its versatility. First and foremost this non-serrated steak knife provides a nice smooth cutting action. Because of its length it is often chosen for all kinds of other meal preparation tasks. Rada cutlery is made of surgical quality, high carbon stainless steel. Hollow-ground blades ensure a precision concave surface for maximum edge retention and sharpness. The solid brushed aluminum handles create a 'feel good in your hand' balance for superior comfort. Hand wash and dry immediately after use to prevent discoloration of the aluminum handle. Like all Rada Cutlery, this item carries a lifetime manufacturer guarantee against defects. Blade 4 7/8 inches, overall 8 3/4 inches.

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Amco 6-Quart Stainless Steel Mixing Bowl Review

Amco 6-Quart Stainless Steel Mixing Bowl
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This thing is just the ticket for any kind of mixing. Plenty deep, nice finish, and easy to clean.

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Amco's line of stainless steel mixing bowls feature a brushed stainless steel design that is durable and easy to clean. The sturdy lip means the bowl is easy to control during mixing, and the flat bottom keeps the bowl in place. The bowl is great for double batches of breads, cookies and desserts.

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11/26/2011

Norpro 9-Inch Stainless Steel Cake Pan Review

Norpro 9-Inch Stainless Steel Cake Pan
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This is a high quality pan, with a nice heavy weight to it - not at all flimsy. I wanted to get one like my mom's, and this turned out to be less expensive, but a much better quality and heavier weight. I bought 2 of these, along with 2 of the smaller cookie sheets as part of Amazon's 4 for 3 promotion, and it only came to about $30! That is an incredible deal for stainless steel pans of this quality. I would absolutely recommend these.

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This stainless steel cake pan is the perfect size for multi layer birthday and anniversary cakes and for a special after dinner treat.Is made of heavy gauge stainless steel and measures 9 inches/23cm diameter and 1.5 inches/4cm deep.

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