Tuesday, December 29, 2009
Mr Heater MH18B Portable "Big Buddy" Heater Review
Mr Heater MH18B Portable "Big Buddy" Heater
Heater is NEW, improved, totally portable, get more POWERFUL heat! The Mr. Heater Big Buddy Propane Heater, now with TWICE the BTU output of the previous model, and with more propane capacity! Heater has wo 1-lb. propane cylinders offer from 3-12 hours of heating. Two 20-lb. cylinders heat up to 400 sq. ft. for up to 220 hrs. (propane cylinders and tanks not included. Hoses sold below); 3 Heater settings... 4,000/9,000/18,000 BTU / hr.; Powerful blower fan uses AC plug-in (adapter not included) or D batteries. Or just use unit as a radiant heater; CSA-certified safe, with unique low-oxygen sensor and tip-over automatic shut-off; Effortless built-in piezo electric starter; Durable porcelain-coated reflector, wire safety guard; Propane heater measures 17 x 10 x 17 1/2", approx. 15 lbs. "Key" rear holes for wall mounting. Shiver no more...get yours today! Mr. Heater Big Buddy Propane Heater
Customer Reviews
I was awkward, stumbling, bumbling along and trying to get the "right" combination of MR HEATER for me to use their BIG BUDDY product. I strongly suggest that you decide on which heater you want, then go to www.mrheater.com and pull the webpage for heating. Find the FAQ section for this warming. Read through the "problems" very closely. You will find there are good reasons for these problems occur. MR HEATER explains and provides solutions to these problems in the FAQ. One thing, in my humble opinion, is not found in the description ~ If using more than 20 lb tanks, you may need a "regulator" to control the pressure from the tank to heating or other small appliances. Check with MR HEATER Support prior to incurring problems. Be patient and be very clear about your setup. Everyone I contacted was very helpful and responsive to my questions. MR HEATER also provides information on the security situation to remember with a possible solution on what to do with the replacement of a faulty heater.
My best friend advised me to buy this heater for use when I go back to my Beagles cleaning after arriving from a hunting trip. I have a 10 foot by 10 foot cabin with water and a hose and after washing them off the heater makes it easier to keep them warm while I wipe them off. It also takes me to this hot and dirty work as nice as can be. I like dogs because their position before the heat waiting to get dry. The fan helps to move the heat around and I'm sweating by the time I get to the dog last year so I turn down to medium setting. My dogs and I like this stove.
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Monday, December 28, 2009
Cuisinart CVR-1000 Vertical Countertop Rotisserie with Touchpad Controls Review
Cuisinart CVR-1000 Vertical Countertop Rotisserie with Touchpad Controls
The Cuisinart Vertical Rotisserie seals in nutritious juices and drains away unwanted fat for healthier meals. To keep the temperature consistent, removable chrome insert reflects heat as the rotisserie turns, and a 3-hour countdown timer with auto-shut-off ensures perfect timing. Cuisinart includes accessories to cook poultry, fish, vegetables, roasts and shish kebabs, as well as a recipe book with even more options.
Customer Reviews
I bought this rotisserie about six months ago and love using it. I wish he would come with a retractable cable for better preservation, but that is a minor inconvenience. I own several other Cuisinart products and that was the main reason why I chose to buy this rotisserie. I was impressed with all my other Cuisinart products and are eager to buy more products from them. Rotisserie that is easy to use, easy to clean, easy to mount, the cost is reasonable, and has an attractive look, but trade with it. For the person who has limited cooking skills I would recommend this product.
Only the second product that I wrote a review, but I am quite impressed after having a couple of weeks now. Works as described and produces succulent roasts and poultry. An added plus is the clean-up, which is effortless. Parties who removed for cleaning to get clean in a few minutes and the nonstick interior is a breeze. The instruction / recipe book could have a kitchen table, in addition to recipes. This is my only complaint. One more point, for a large family may not have sufficient capacity.
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Sunday, December 27, 2009
Cricut Expression 24-Inch Personal Electronic Cutting Machine Review
Cricut Expression 24-Inch Personal Electronic Cutting Machine
An exciting new way to cut letters, shapes, and phrases in impressive sizes using the 12-inch by 24-inch mat or the 12-inch by 12-inch mat. The possibilities are endless with this larger machine, allowing you to create bigger die cuts for classroom decor, scrapbook layouts, signage, and so much more
Customer Reviews
Cricut Expression is a fantastic tool to have. As a kindergarten teacher, I make a lot of cutting. E 'was great not having to cut 20 of everything by hand. This machine is very easy to use and fast. I used the original pad several times and is still working fine. As with everything there is a cost of use. The end my cutting mat should be replaced. But, it's a small price to pay for the time I'm saving. As I said, is a fantastic tool. I wish I had received earlier.
Any Quilter looking for a way to reduce those forms hard wall, or multiples of a form - the heart for example - and they all turn the same needs the Cricut Expression. Cutting the material it needs a few adjustments - relationship fuses to make the material stiff enough to resist the lateral pressure of the blade and keep it from pulling the material side, and the pressure of the blade strengthened to ensure that the blade cuts all the way through the material - but the results are fantastic. You can cut very intricate parts in a wide range of formats, and is adding a whole new dimension to my experience quilting. I recommend the toolkit, since the smaller pieces or can be a bit more complicated 'delicate cut from the pad to remove without the right tools, but my quilting friends are all talking about investing in its machines, Now that we know what we can do. Also, make sure you read the manual before use, not just the quick start guide - without the instruction manual that would be much easier to correctly install the cutting blade and end with the problems I have read from others who complained about the machine will not cut properly. Just 10 minutes of reading to make sure everything is set correctly, and you can enjoy a life of creative play with this machine.
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Saturday, December 26, 2009
Cuisinart GR-4 Griddler Stainless-Steel 4-in-1 Grill/Griddle and Panini Press Review
Cuisinart GR-4 Griddler Stainless-Steel 4-in-1 Grill/Griddle and Panini Press
The Cuisinart Griddler makes "multifunctional" an understatement! Make perfect panini... plus! With four separate cooking options, it can handle everything from pancakes to sausages to grilled cheese to steaks, hamburgers and panini. It helps you prepare more servings of more kinds of food in less time, so you can cook for a crowd -- no one has to wait! Simply change the cooking plates and adjust the floating hinge to use the Griddler as a Contact Grill, a Panini Press, or your choice of an extra-large double Open Grill or Griddle.
Customer Reviews
OMG these are the best shoes I ever bought! are so warm and comfortable .. i can not explain in words how are fantastic! I just wish I skipped the ugg "ly bandwagon started last year! I got the chocolate, especially because i know that sand can stain easier and I personally prefer the dark shoes. I am so happy with my purchase, I suspect that can be found Some family members a couple on vacation! I agree to order a smaller size, I was hesitant because i have big feet (10), but the 9 fits like a glove.
I fell in love with my Uggs the moment I slip on my foot for the first time. They are wonderfully comfortable and very warm. No, the feet do not sweat in hot weather, I promise. Most comfortable fit shoe of my life. I take them at least 6 days a week! ** Be sure to order a size down from your normal shoe size. I'm normally a 6, but I bought a 5 .** Wear these without socks and they feel like heaven. Wearing them with socks is bulky and well, were not intended to sock him. Cave in & buy them, will be the best $ 139 you ever spent! Stuck on what color to get? Black turns your feet blacks. Tanning is difficult to match with things. The sand is perfect for everything! Put them under your pants, or more .. be perfect with the dress every day or weather:)
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Friday, December 25, 2009
Weber 386002 Q-100 Portable Gas Grill Review
Weber 386002 Q-100 Portable Gas Grill
The Weber Q 100 gas grill has push-button ignition for easy reliable lighting, an infinitely adjustable burner valve with a high-quality regulator, sturdy glass-reinforced nylon grill frame, cast aluminum lid and body, a large weather-resistant lid handle, a porcelain-enameled cast-iron cooking grate, and operates on a standard 14.1 or 16.4 ounce propane cylinders (sold separately). Includes Weber Q recipe booklet. Tubular stainless steel burner, 8,500 BTU-per-hour input, 189 sq. in. total cooking area. Limited 5-year warranty.
Customer Reviews
This grid is fantastic. I use it all the time and never use my old, larger gas grill or barbecue more. I bought a tube 3 'adapter so I could run off my tank of propane, and seems never runs out of gas - is so efficient. I love how fast it heats up and as my Sears steaks. I also bought the folding trolley and take it to the door and love it! I kid my wife and say that I love my Weber almost as much as you. haha
For those of you wondering if this grill gets hot enough to cook the steaks ... Well, not definitive. I looked at the most expensive units like the Solaire Anywhere grill because of its infrared, but after reading about how you tend to burn and undercook all, I opted for this Q-100. It surprisingly gets hot enough to burn 1.25 "rib-eye steak because of the heat-conductive cast iron grill. Incidentally, the largest 16 ounces bottled propane grill now fits without modification - also said in the manual owner. In addition, saving money, getting the Charbroil 4 foot adapter hose (model # 4623) at Home Depot instead of the one from Weber. From a guy who used to steaks grilled on a Viking Ultra-Premium T-Series grill, I can say that this is a nice portable unit that does not sacrifice much performance. to see some sample images I uploaded.
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Thursday, December 24, 2009
Euro-Pro Shark S3501 Deluxe Steam Pocket Mop Review
Euro-Pro Shark S3501 Deluxe Steam Pocket Mop
Quick, easy, lightweight and ergonomic. The shark steam mop deluxe is ready to use in 30-seconds. Safe to use on all sealed hard floor surfaces the deluxe steam mop uses ordinary tap water for a chemical-free clean. 180-Degrees of maneuverability helps you be able to clean baseboards and in-between furniture. 2 Interchangeable mop heads are included, the standard and triangle heads. Also included, the carpet glider to refresh and deodorize area rugs and carpeting and 5 patented two-sided steam pockets.
Customer Reviews
I tried several steam mops before this (Bissell, a native of shark, Steamboy) and have all returned to the store for one reason or another. I was skeptical about trying another, but this seemed to have certain characteristics. I must say, this is by far the best steam mop that I used. Large water tank can sweep a large area, without recharging. This is the only steam mop I tried that works as advertised, as smoking on the floor. All the others left the floor wet, but not this. Cleans and dries incredibly quickly. Clean my entire kitchen, dinette, foyer and bathroom, and only needed to use a portion of each side pad, then the other side is ready for later use.
I just bought this steam MOP today in my local Bed Bath & Beyond and I could not wait to get home and try it! Once I unpacked all the accessories that comes with, (4 double-sided floor pads - two rectangular and two triangular, two switches quick cleaning heads, a purple cloth pad for wood floors, carpet and sailing), the Assembly was a piece of cake. You simply snap the 3 pieces together, fill with water and you're good to go! I clean every floor in my house today (2,800 square meters) in less than an hour and are spotless! I have a great variety of floor also - in wood, laminate and tiles. Cleans equally well on all surfaces and does not strip at all! Glides easily on all surfaces and swivel head makes cleaning in tight spots easier! My plans Harwood need to be finished in the near future, but this really took away some of the mop serene look Abd seem a bit 'better! I also cleaned my garage floor and I can not believe that the dirt collected! I would definitely recommend getting this rag! It does a great job of cleaning and make your life much easier!
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Wednesday, December 23, 2009
Char-Broil 08101480 The Big Easy Oil-Less Infrared Turkey Fryer Review
Char-Broil 08101480 The Big Easy Oil-Less Infrared Turkey Fryer
The Char-Broil Big Easy oil-less infrared turkey fryer represents the next step forward in utilizing infrared style cooking. This patented technology takes the mess and hassle out of cooking a perfect turkey (up to 16 lbs.) or other large cut of meat (chickens, pork tenderloins, or beef roasts). With no hot cooking oil to purchase, splatter, or dispose of, the Char-Broil Big Easy is the delicious, safe and easy alternative to oil-fried turkey. Cooking is done inside a double-wall cylindrical cooking chamber, powered by a fully enclosed propane burner. Char Broil's patented Heat Wave infrared technology delivers juicy, crisp, flavorful results every time. Your favorite marinades can be injected and even dry rubs and sauces can be used for added flavor.
Customer Reviews
After assembling the bowl and seasoning that according to the instructions, I cooked two chickens small, probably 3.5-4 lbs. each. Season the birds with a dry rub I invented them and marinate in refrigerator about four hours before I was ready to cook. The kitchen is as simple as something to use and is pretty much hassle-free. I'm used to fry chickens and turkeys in oil, so I was worried that the birds were not as brown as quickly as conventional fryers with oil. I ended up cooking the bird for two hours and emerged as a golden light, with patches of darker color "burn" marks on the tops of the wings and breasts. Once I got them at home and on the plate, the meat almost fell of the bone. They were very tender, moist and delicious. My wife was thrilled by fussy meal and said it was the best chicken I ever tasted. I thought it was too good. We are doing the second bird for dinner tonight. Love this unit and recommend it to anyone who likes to cook! (and especially eat!)
This product is the largest of all. I have both the bowl of oil and now oil less infrared turkey fryer. I will not be with the fryer oil more now. No oil to have a fire or oil to worry about, and Turkey was just as moist and tasting good. E 'cooked a turkey 15 pounds in about three hours and no clean up! I would also recommend the wireless pagers, set up and go home and wait for the alarm to buzz. We also hung outside the basket that we cook potatoes and corn in. We used a chicken fryer for three turkeys and Christmas we are going to cook a rib first into it. The tempurature was below zero here and dosn't seem to effect the cooking time much to everyone. Get one that you like it! Char-Broil 08101480 The Big Easy Oil-Less Infrared Turkey Fryer
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Tuesday, December 22, 2009
Hoover F5914-900 SteamVac with Clean Surge Review
Hoover F5914-900 SteamVac with Clean Surge
This powerful home steam vacuum saves you the expense and hassle of having to rent a steam cleaner and keeps rugs, upholstery, and bare floors (other than hardwoods) looking like new. The powerful 12-amp motor combined with five spinning brushes that operate at either high or low speed lift the usual dirt and grime out of carpets. By pulling on the trigger in the comfortable upright handle, this deep cleaner releases the included carpet/upholstery cleaner and hot tap water. For more stubborn stains or for high-traffic areas, this SteamVac also has a Clean Surge feature, which sends an extra blast of cleaning solution into the stain by simply pressing a button on the handle. When cleaning is complete, release the trigger and the SteamVac forces hot air into the cleaning path so you can do a few dry strokes over the stain. This deep cleaner has two separate water tanks to keep clean water apart from dirty water. The top tank holds the detergent and 1 gallon of hot water and automatically mixes the two so you don’t need to get your hands wet. The lower tank holds the dirty solution picked up from the carpet and unlatches to easily pour out into a sink without spilling. For cleaning stairs or upholstery, this deep cleaner has a long 8-foot hose and a special stair/upholstery nozzle that scrubs out spots. Other features of this deep cleaner include a brush indicator, which informs you that the brushes are spinning; an on/off foot pedal; a handle release pedal; and a 27-inch wraparound cord. The Hoover SteamVac is covered by a full one-year warranty.
Customer Reviews
If your new machine LEAKS, see note #2 below. I am just amazed at how many people write that their machine leaked from day one, and they returned it. Hoover F5914-900 will leak if you skip a crucial one-time set-up step.
Paid $170 at Best Buy. This is my first carpet cleaner so I have nothing to compare it to except my own expectations. Even though the name is SteamVac, like all the others in this class of cleaners, there is no Steam to it. That's just false marketing, but all the manufacturers do it, so no particular knock on Hoover.
First, let me say I'm ashamed to admit that our carpet hadn't been cleaned in 4 years, and that we live in the country where lots of dirt gets tracked in from outside. So the carpet was pretty darn dirty. The Hoover F5914-900 did a very nice job the first time I used Hoover F5914-900- a drastically noticeable difference in the appearance of the carpet. The water in the dirty water receptacle was black. Did it return the carpet to new condition? No, impossible. Will it take another treatment or two to really get it clean? Yes, that is the price I pay for ignoring wet-cleaning the carpet for years. One of this cleaner's best features is the ability to dry the carpet quite thoroughly. Since the front of the machine is made of clear plastic, you can see when you're vacuuming up water. If you want to dry the carpet as much as possible, keep vacuuming until you no longer see water being pulled up. As time has passed, the SteamVac has done an excellent job of maintaining my carpets.
My only gripe is that the dirty water container fills up too quickly and should be a little bigger. Ideally, the dirty water receptacle "should" be full right as you run out of clean water. Then, you shut down, empty the dirty water, refill the clean water and back to work. But this process gets out-of-sync with the dirty water receptacle filling up before you run out of clean water. So this can be a little inconvenient, but not a show-stopper.
The machine is well constructed but Hoover F5914-900 IS plastic, with lots of compartments and latches and hose holders, etc, so one must simply be careful or those things will no doubt break off.
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Monday, December 21, 2009
Cricut 29-0001 Personal Electronic Cutting Machine Review
Cricut 29-0001 Personal Electronic Cutting Machine
Cricut Personal Electronic Cutter (29-0001) The Cricut Personal Electronic Cutter is a portable machine that cuts letters, shapes, and phrases at the touch of a button. Without the need for a computer, the Cricut machine can cut characters from 1" up to 5.5" tall and 11.5" wide from a variety of materials, including vellum, paper, cardstock, and vinyl. The original Cricut machine is a cartridge-based system-it uses small, lightweight cartridges to cut complete font or shape sets. Cartridge content can be customized in up to six different ways, offering thousands of variations on each cartridge. The machine is also easy to use. Simply attach your paper to the cutting mat (it has a slightly tacky surface to hold the material in place), load it into the machine, insert your cartridge, and make your cutting selection, and press cut. Users can even control the size and the style of the cut with the machine's simple controls. The machine will quickly and electronically cut out the desired letter, shape, or phrase in seconds! This portable cutter weighs only 9 pounds and has a handle for convenient transportation. Designer carrying totes designed just for the Cricut machine further help users take the machine with them when they're on the go. The Cricut Personal Electronic Cutter comes bundled with the George and Basic Shapes™ cartridge, one 6" x 12" cutting mat, one power adapter, and user manuals
Customer Reviews
The Cricut is wonderful - a great tool to have. I found lots of uses for this machine outside of my scrapbooking addiction. My husband is a teacher so it is ideal for smart boards looking for in no time at all. It 'a big investment, but compared to other systems die cut is actually a large. Only to have the flexibility to change the font size is worth the price. I agree that cutting the pad seems to last longer than Cricut says he wants - that was one of my concerns when I bought the car. I do not want to be constantly buying carpet replacement - but I'm not like that is great.
I received the Cricut for Mother's Day my husband and child. I had to delete some 'advice, but it worked! I was in a slump lately and have not touched scrapbooking layouts in more than 4 months. This machine has given me what I needed to move and stop making excuses for the same pages boring. My kit came with 2 pads Cricut and the entire tool kit, so I was going into town to all kinds of new projects and actually have fallen in love with scrapbooking all over again! So many possibilities. The cartridges are very expensive in stores unless you have a coupon, but I bought 2 on eBay for the same price in a store. This is definitely a must for every scrapbooker!
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Sunday, December 20, 2009
BABYBJÖRN Travel Crib Light Review
BABYBJÖRN Travel Crib Light
The Baby Bjorn Travel Crib Light is the perfect crib to take with you on trips. It can be set up in record time, in one easy movement. It weighs only 11 lbs.(5 kgs.) and is light and easy to carry in its carrying case. Soft fabric makes it snug and cozy for your child. Both the mattress cover and the bed fabric can be machine-washed. The mattress cover and all fabric parts that come into contact with your child have been approved in accordance with the Oeko-Tex Standard 100, class 1, eco-certification. You can use the Travel Crib Light for newborns and up until your child is about three years old.
Customer Reviews
Because of this fantastic journey crib, my 4 months and I slept like logs on our most recent trip. My baby slept well, because the crib is spacious and airy. Fell asleep as soon as she does in her crib at home. I slept well, because this rock crib. It's incredibly easy to set up, which is surprising since nothing seems to be easy to set up these days! I also heard that the building was solid and secure. I had read about some of the dangers of certain cribs trip and I was worried. But there are a lot of things in this crib is going for it in terms of security - I like that my child is very visible because most of the crib is made of a see-through the network. This crib feels very sturdy and again, I like the spaciousness of it. My baby did not seem to be break-out. I also think that the sleeping surface low to the ground (essentially the floor) helps to be a very safe crib travel. But I want to see how my little girl does with this crib in another year or two! I'd like to know how children react in this crib. I imagine they would do well, but we'll see.
Expensive, but worth it! This is the best portable crib out there! We had the Pea Pod, which was good until the child could sit, and then freaked out that his head struck the top of the crib, "" when you sit down (is like a mini tent) Moreover, it was a kind of annoying to fold again after use. Examined the Phil and Ted crib, but the setup seemed too painful, when you need a crib in a hurry (same with the Pea Pod). The crib Bjorn sets in 2 seconds - you remove it from the bag and it appears in place by itself. Folding is equally easy. Koala baby sheets fit well, especially the backyard "Deluxe game" sheet of fabric velboa ultra lush (it's listed as polyester, but the super-soft plush fabric otherwise known as velboa). This card is a bit 'longer than the baby Koala cotton sheets, cotton although those are fine, too. We sat in the Bjorn and read books to get our son used to the crib, and there was room for both me (a full-sized adult) and child to sit and read! E 'was really comfortable, too. Set on a carpet for a more comfortable feel. I would buy this crib again in a second!
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The Baby Bjorn Travel Crib Light is the perfect crib to take with you on trips. It can be set up in record time, in one easy movement. It weighs only 11 lbs.(5 kgs.) and is light and easy to carry in its carrying case. Soft fabric makes it snug and cozy for your child. Both the mattress cover and the bed fabric can be machine-washed. The mattress cover and all fabric parts that come into contact with your child have been approved in accordance with the Oeko-Tex Standard 100, class 1, eco-certification. You can use the Travel Crib Light for newborns and up until your child is about three years old.
Customer Reviews
Because of this fantastic journey crib, my 4 months and I slept like logs on our most recent trip. My baby slept well, because the crib is spacious and airy. Fell asleep as soon as she does in her crib at home. I slept well, because this rock crib. It's incredibly easy to set up, which is surprising since nothing seems to be easy to set up these days! I also heard that the building was solid and secure. I had read about some of the dangers of certain cribs trip and I was worried. But there are a lot of things in this crib is going for it in terms of security - I like that my child is very visible because most of the crib is made of a see-through the network. This crib feels very sturdy and again, I like the spaciousness of it. My baby did not seem to be break-out. I also think that the sleeping surface low to the ground (essentially the floor) helps to be a very safe crib travel. But I want to see how my little girl does with this crib in another year or two! I'd like to know how children react in this crib. I imagine they would do well, but we'll see.
Expensive, but worth it! This is the best portable crib out there! We had the Pea Pod, which was good until the child could sit, and then freaked out that his head struck the top of the crib, "" when you sit down (is like a mini tent) Moreover, it was a kind of annoying to fold again after use. Examined the Phil and Ted crib, but the setup seemed too painful, when you need a crib in a hurry (same with the Pea Pod). The crib Bjorn sets in 2 seconds - you remove it from the bag and it appears in place by itself. Folding is equally easy. Koala baby sheets fit well, especially the backyard "Deluxe game" sheet of fabric velboa ultra lush (it's listed as polyester, but the super-soft plush fabric otherwise known as velboa). This card is a bit 'longer than the baby Koala cotton sheets, cotton although those are fine, too. We sat in the Bjorn and read books to get our son used to the crib, and there was room for both me (a full-sized adult) and child to sit and read! E 'was really comfortable, too. Set on a carpet for a more comfortable feel. I would buy this crib again in a second!
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Saturday, December 19, 2009
iRobot Roomba Pet Series 532 Vacuum Cleaning Robot Review
iRobot Roomba Pet Series 532 Vacuum Cleaning Robot
The iRobot Roomba 532 Pet Series Vacuum Cleaning Robot make caring for a home with pets easier. The Pet Series robots come equipped with an extra set of easy to clean brushes, two interchangeable debris bins for trapping even more pet hair, kitty litter or dander and cleaning tools that ensure both sets of brushes remain free of debris for optimal performance. The high capacity sweeper bin holds three- and -a-half times more debris than the vacuum bin. Counter-rotating brushes reach deep into carpets to pull out pet hair, dander and more. Cleaning up to three standard-sized rooms on a single charge, it comes standard with two Virtual Walls that use infrared beams that creates and adjustable, invisible barrier that blocks Roomba from entering off-limit areas.
When the cleaning is done, or the battery is running low, Roomba automatically locates and returns to its Home Base to dock and recharge. Roomba efficiently vacuums dirt, debris, pet hair, pet dander, dust, allergens and more from carpets and hard floors. Extra replacement filters ensure Roomba traps dust, pollen, pet dander and tiny particulate inside the bin. The Roomba 532 also includes iRobot's latest technological innovations, such as a light-touch bumper, stair sensing ability, advanced anti-tangle technology and the ability to transition from carpets to hard flooring with ease. Most pets are initially curious about Roomba but will quickly learn to ignore it-or even play with it. Special safety features help your pet safe: Stair-avoiding system, bump sensors and automatic shut-off so noses and paws won't be harmed if a curious pet flips Roomba over. You should run Roomba while you are at home for the first few cleaning cycles so your pet can get used to it. After that, you can let Roomba clean whether you're at home or on the go.
Customer Reviews
I was happy with my regular Roomba, but was curious to see if it was to collect the hair from my two cats. One night I turned the beam of a flashlight in parallel with the surface of my floor in oak. Try some time if you dare. What at first glance looked like a clean floor suddenly seemed very fuzzy. Regular Roomba alone would not have had the fine, and would not be a well-Reviewed empty vertical. I tried the Roomba Pet Series of despair. Gadgets so few work as advertised, but the series Pet truly removed the floor. When I emptied the trash bin Pet series after the first use, I found it much more full of pet hair with a regular Roomba. True, I decided to clean the brushes after the first use, but that was because he had collected so many beautiful hair pet who was lost before. Also, the user Roomba's intuitive design makes cleaning a breeze brushes. After the first use of the Series Pet, I tried the test torch again. Amazing. The hair just to the left, and they were few, were those who had stuck to paint the floor. A quick walk through, oak floors now actually look cleaner.
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Friday, December 18, 2009
Bradley BTIS1 Original Fully Automatic 4-Rack Outdoor Food Smoker Review
Bradley BTIS1 Original Fully Automatic 4-Rack Outdoor Food Smoker
The Original Bradley Smoker hot smokers, cold smokes and roasts to perfection. Unique smoke without fire system operates for up to 8 hours without refueling.
Customer Reviews
This is the best smoker I have ever had! And 'the size of a refrigerator larger room dormitory, and the door has a magnetic seal that is much like that of a refrigerator and seal perfectly. The tool also works great load of biscuits and saves the trouble of reloading the smoker with more chips in the middle of the cycle. Cleaning is a snap because you do not have to reach in a tube structure which is a standard design of most smokers. Overall, an excellent product, and while the digital control system looks great, the analog controls on this model are more than sufficient, and saves you close to $ 200.00.
If you are looking for a smoker, get a Bradley, you will not be disappointed. Economic ones do not hold heat very well (with the exception of "Old Smokey"), is very likely that eventually the meat in the oven, and are a pain to clean. Take the lid while you're in it!
After owning many smokers in my life, and recently built my own, with Bradley's Smoke Generator, I decided to buy one of these for the smaller capacity. (My house is built over three times the capacity and works well if you're cooking for an army, but I wanted something smaller for everyday use.)
The design of this machine is brilliant with the tiny element of 125 watts to generate the required over 500 degrees of heat necessary to start the wood for the smoke and the largest element to control the heat.
In addition, The folks at Bradley smokers are very quick to respond in the event of a complaint that I have found, after my smoke generator original advance after moving 3 bisquettes,
In my opinion, if you are looking for a smoker, do not buy anything less, unless you have an unlimited supply of wood to use. By my estimation, my costs are about a dollar an hour, depending on where you buy the bisquettes. Using coal, and / or wood smoke was more expensive for me, in addition to little (if the temperature control).
The unit is incredibly well designed to smoke at low temperatures. The problem is, but you need to know what you're doing and use techniques appropriate (eg care) and the preparation of food prior to use at lower temperatures.
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Thursday, December 17, 2009
Breville BOV800XL The Smart Oven 1800-Watt Convection Toaster Oven with Element IQ Review
Breville BOV800XL The Smart Oven 1800-Watt Convection Toaster Oven with Element IQ
The Smart Oven's Element IQ puts the power where it's needed most. For each of the 9 pre-set programs, Element IQ delivers the right power at the right time and when adjusted to taste, it even remembers. Element IQ works much like the dimmer in your light switch-it can turn the power up or down. Instead of the 5 heating elements having a fixed wattage, Element IQ automatically puts the power where it is needed most for the specific cooking task. Not only does the Smart Oven heat up faster than a conventional wall oven, it's also more energy efficient than its predecessor, making it a kitchen tool you will use every day.
Customer Reviews
I used for 3 days and I'm a complete fan. I lost a day because I had time to read the manual and that scares you to repeat on each page to foil the use NOT. I already suffer from being a worry wart, but this time decided to ignore the warnings and use my common sense. I'd say ... only that does not include items with a sheet. But those who do, anyway?
This oven is really wonderful. Tonight I used to reheat the quiche I made last night (baked) and well heated, unlike other times in other furnaces, where it proved to be a guessing game. An interior light would be perfect. That is the only team for me.
As with other equipment that I bought through Amazon, the reviews are a great help and often enough, help to make the sale. Thanks to all those who take the time to review.
I took this Breville Smart oven for a Christmas present and is sold on it 100 percent. This is an oven intelligent.
A colleague spoke to her oven (different brand), so I decided to get one. I have a Breville toaster because Consumer Reports rated the best toaster on the planet, and they were right. It only made sense to get the same brand furnaces. I literally used this T.O. every day since I understood. I grilled vegetables, toasted bread, bagels, muffins, etc., baked a cake, baked pizza sneakers (both at home fresh and frozen), heads of garlic fried dish warmed up after the plate of food preparation, and buckets ... Okay the last is not true, but I have no doubt that it can be done without heating your whole kitchen. Everything I did turned out exactly the way they should. And I love the fact that electricity that uses much less my big oven. Very green. It 'easy enough for my 9 years, to be used for toast. Unfortunately, I used my toaster regularly since I took the oven. I highly recommend this little horse. Besides my coffee machine is the only appliance that comes to rest on my desk.
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Tuesday, December 15, 2009
Weber 721001 Smokey Mountain Cooker 18-1/2-Inch Smoker Review
Weber 721001 Smokey Mountain Cooker 18-1/2-Inch Smoker
There's nothing better than slow-cooked barbecue, and there's no better way to get authentic smokehouse flavor at home than with this charcoal smoker. An updated version of the Weber 2820, the smoker provides a spacious interior, which makes it possible to cook a whole turkey and an entire ham at the same time--perfect for large gatherings. Made of porcelain-enameled premium-grade steel, the smoker provides two, heavy, nickel-plated cooking grates that measure 18-1/2 inches in diameter--plenty of room for larger birds. A porcelain-enameled steel water pan adds steam to the cooking process, so meats stay moist and juicy. Even more, individual vents on the bowl and lid offer optimal air-flow control for tender meats and longer-burning charcoal, the heat-resistant nylon handle on the lid stays cool to the touch, and a handy thermometer makes it simple to check internal temperatures at a glance. The charcoal smoker measures approximately 19 by 19 by 41 inches and carries a 10-year limited warranty.
Customer Review
Bought this smoker to replace the previous version Weber (model 2820), which I enjoyed for several years. Use the new arrival to smoke a turkey for Christmas, and everything worked like a champion. Two major improvements I noticed were increased pool of water capacity, and the new larger door, which makes the addition of coal and water easier. I recommend this smoker.
I bought this smoker after a long search. I have always been the "grill master" in my family, but never invested in a smoker. After using the Web site of Weber and a few other websites devoted to cooking smoker, I was able to successfully Smoke 2 whole chickens the first time! The chickens were moist and had the most delicious, delicate, smoky favor!
I was so confident in my abilities, that a few weeks later (and after much searching) I had a barbecue at my house and smoked 15 pounds of chicken, 4 slabs of ribs, pork shoulder and 2! I had to stay awake all night before (off and on), but the thermometer and the ease of use in addition to coal has made it much easier ... I received rave reviews for my meat to barbecue the next day!
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Monday, December 14, 2009
Weber 3751001 Genesis E-320 Propane Gas Grill, Black Review
Weber 3751001 Genesis E-320 Propane Gas Grill, Black
A must-have for summer entertaining, this propane-gas grill provides a 507-square-inch primary cooking area and a 130-square-inch warming rack for a total of 637 square inches of cooking space. The unit's three, main, stainless-steel burners and 42,800-BTU-per-hour input make it easy to cook-up everything from steaks, pork chops, chicken, and fish to veggie burgers, shish-kabobs, and slices of fresh pineapple. Its 12,000-BTU flush-mounted side burner works great for simmering a sauce to slather on later. The grill also supplies porcelain-enameled, cast-iron cooking grates that effectively retain heat and create delicious sear marks; porcelain-enameled Flavorizer bars to help ensure excellent results and reduced flare-ups; and an Electronic Crossover ignition system for ease of use. Beautifully designed, the gas grill features a porcelain-enameled shroud with a center-mounted thermometer and accent-colored painted cast-aluminum end caps; an accent-colored painted steel frame; and an enclosed cart with corresponding painted-steel doors, stainless-steel handles, and accent-colored painted side and rear panels. The enclosed cart houses the propane tank (not included), keeping it easily accessible but nicely hidden. Other highlights include two stainless-steel work areas, six tool holders, and four heavy-duty casters--two front locking and two back swivel--for smooth mobility. Not sure what to grill first? Weber throws in a handy cookbook for getting started. With the lid open, the gas grill measures 30 by 60 by 64-1/2 inches and carries a 2- to 25-year limited warranty on various parts.
Customer Reviews
This is a unit of quality. One might say that Weber did not take shortcuts in the way they made this product. My husband and son put together this barbecue themselves. All parts needed for asseble this grid was in the box. The instructions are easy to follow and logical. We have used the element of cooking side-still will probably never get much use of this but since this model came with free shipping and the E310 does not have, (the model we wanted) this barbecue was be less expensive. We have only used this barbecue a couple of times, as we just obtained, but already it is much better than our old Arkla grill. Flare ups are so easy to extinquish and it happens far less often. We recommend this to anyone Weber. Customer service could not have gone better and Weber was quick to send me the user manual that was in our box. They want everything to be perfect and you know they are there to help. No mention of a computer, but is a real person who has a smile in his voice, and who sincerely wants the consumer to be happy with their purchase. The company is proud of their employees and employees are proud of their company manufactures products. I would recommend to anyone Weber.
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Wednesday, December 9, 2009
Calphalon Commercial 9-Piece Hard-Anodized Cookware Set Review
Calphalon Commercial 9-Piece Hard-Anodized Cookware Set
Set includes: 8" omelette, 10" omelette, and 12" omelette, 3qt chefs casserole with cover, 7qt chefs casserole with cover, and 2.5qt shallow saucepan with cover. Heavy-gauge aluminum is responsive to temperature changes. These pans feature the original Calphalon hard anodized surface, which is stick resistant, meaning that it sticks when you want it (when your searing, browning) and releases when you need it to(when your food is ready). If you know how cast iron cooks, you know how the hard anodized cooks, but hard anodized has many beneifts that make it better choice- aluminum is a better conductor than iron, you never season your pan(so you dont have flavor transfer from dish to dish), and it doesn't rust! All pans are spun or drawn into shape, which makes the entire pan (sides as well as bottom) the same thickness, which guarantees even heating throughout. If you enjoy cooking and want the best and most versatile surface for performing a variety of techniques- this is the surface for you! Metal utensil and broiler safe. Lifetime Warranty.
Customer Reviews
We bought these pans about a month and a half ago ... so far so good. We noticed that the pots did not seem very clean .. kinda spots after cleaning them. So I reread the instructions for cleaning and also called the 800 # to check if the instructions were correct. After the purchase of new pots I did not want to clean them incorrectly. I was told that yes the instructions were correct ... using Comet or Ajax and a Scotchbrite pad to clean them if necessary. Wow what a difference he made pots ... look like new inside and out. I'm not saying to scrub the heck out of them, but if necessary, it is okay to clean them that way. I wonder if people who have denounced the pots have read the pamphlet that came with the set to see how to take care of their new acquisition. Also, do not stack the pieces, because the anodized aluminum is very hard and rub / redeposit on other parts. The markings from rubbing will remove even if clean.
I got this set for what I consider a theft. The price has fluctuated a bit ', and if hit at the right time you can get for them a great price. Just like any other hard annodized pots that I bought from Amazon, I love these pots! Now I have converted almost all my kitchen utensils in this line, and highly recommend it to anyone who wants to become a better cook. If you read the comments of others, people complain about the attack. Yes, the food did not adhere to the pans while cooking, but when it is done, the food exits from the surface. If you burn the food, I like Emeril says, and use the knobs on the stove. It takes time and patience to get rid of the habits of Teflon pans, but the food is much tastier - I have never been better sauce in my life since I turned pots. This is a great set of starters, and most of the pots that you'll need. I would say that the average cook could get about 75% of their cuisine made with this set. Have little 'patience, and I'm sure you are satisfied with the results.
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Tuesday, December 8, 2009
Shun Ken Onion 3-Piece Knife Set Review
Shun Ken Onion 3-Piece Knife Set
Shun Knives by Kershaw are designed by Ken Onion, one of the worlds top knife designers. This Shun Ken Onion 3-piece set features our unique offset bolster design to fit your hand like a glove. The wider bolster is designed with contour curved thumb and forefinger rests to reduce tension while cutting. The extra curve on the blade allows for an easier flowing motion across the cutting board. You'll be slicing and carving like an expert with control and confidence. The knife is made of VG-10 steel and layered with 16 layers of high-carbon stainless steel on each side of the blade. During the finishing process the layers are exposed creating a beautiful pattern that not only protects the VG-10 core, it simultaneously creates a blade surface that resists food sticking to it, a real time-saver for kitchen prep. Combine all of these features with the sharpest Japanese edge available, and you have perfection. This set includes the following three Shun Ken Onion knives: 3-inch Paring knife DM0516, 4-inch Chef's knife DM0510 and the 7-inch Hollow-Ground Santoku knife DM0517. Manufactured in Seki City Japan, the home of Shun knives.
Customer Reviews
The first thing I do is: these are some very sharp knives. The blade is incredible, so much that I wanted to put on first, just so you should know. I was looking for some knives to complete my collection, and wanted most of the fine cut vegetables and fruit for garnish, and for the preparation of food generally does not require a giant chef's knife, work details . I really wanted to knives that were comfortable and perfectly balanced, and were sufficiently flexible for different types of tasks. After searching, I decided on these, because I liked the range of blades, and because I have been doing a lot of veggie heavy Asian dishes - these seemed perfect. And, they worked wonderfully, and have the balance and level of comfort that makes a whole bowl of carrots cut a pleasure, not a chore. And edges: so strong, and do not seem to lose sharpness again. In general, I am very happy with this series.
Shun makes the best kitchen knives that I've ever owned, bar none. Ken Onion designs are only very ergonomic and functional. They all come with a sharp edge right out of the box and are easy to re-Hone, with a few strokes on a steel (a steel Shun worth purchasing to accompany this set). The weight and balance of these knives are perfect, even the smallest, and profiles perfectly CHOP or slice through damn near anything (food, as in any case) with ease. I strongly recommend using a quality hardwood or bamboo cutting board to protect your investment. Courion or other hard substances are much harder on the edge of the blade, you resharpen much more often.
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Monday, December 7, 2009
Breville 800JEXL Juice Fountain Elite 1000-Watt Juice Extractor Review
Breville 800JEXL Juice Fountain Elite 1000-Watt Juice Extractor
The Breville 800JEXL Juice Fountain Elite with 1000 watts is super efficient. This model has an Italian made electronic motor that increases power under yield to maintain filter revolutions. It has two speeds for soft and hard fruits and a three inch feed tube which minimizes preparation and feeding time. Beautifully designed stainless die cast steel housing and motor body makes it a work of art on the countertop.
Customer Review
We owned Omega, Campion, Juiceman and Breville JE900. I watched the Jack LaLanne, but the engine is 3x less potent and not so well done. Breville 800JEXL The 1000 is still the best!
We have all that juice to vegetables. Kale, some wheat grass, beets, mustard, beets, carrots, peppers, beets, ginger, garlic. Everything and more. Do 4 lots of juice in one go - (4 liters). (Even if you can put together the apples in it, you might want to take the seeds, because they contain traces of cyanide compounds) The 800JEXL is not as noisy as the JE900. The basket is thinner, too. The stainless steel body makes it easy to clean. It allows you to spot the parties consider that you can not use abrasive on plastic models. After a while ', they become waste built by juicing greens. The flesh is dry and minimal, if you follow the directions. Breville juicer is the easiest to clean.
If you are considering a juicer, do not hesitate to buy this. And have the JE900, I know that the company stands behind their products.
The juices of vegetables per day, which requires a juicer that has the power and durability. The Breville Juice Fountain Elite has all this and more. My most recent before this juicer Breville burned in less than 3 months. So far, the Breville has shown that it will submit to the test of time. The most surprising thing for me is that the Breville juice tasted much better than me that I was the juice from my juicer others. The juice is much more consistent and tasty. Reminds me of the juice to obtain a local seller juice using a juicer $ 2000. I would recommend the Breville Juice Fountain Elite at all.
I just bought this juicer from Amazon and I can make a liter of juice about a minute. The conduct of large size means that I can throw everything in its entirety and with the 1000 Watt motor this can juice a bag of carrots, apples and a shank whole different set of lettuce all over in seconds with the shredder spinning to 13,000 rpm / min. I bought this home and it would be fantastic for a restaurant of health juice bar. For the fantastic quality and rugged construction you get much more for your money than any other juicer on the market. It is worth far more than they paid for it and this juicer deserves more than 5 stars (measurement far superior to my top of the line all stainless steel juicer ACME). I juice every morning and there is nothing so easy and quick to use.
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Sunday, December 6, 2009
Cuisinart Chef's Classic Stainless-Steel 10-Piece Cookware Set Review
Cuisinart Chef's Classic Stainless-Steel 10-Piece Cookware Set
Cuisinart, 10 Piece, Chef's Classic, Stainless Steel, Cookware Set, Consists Of: 1-1/2 QT Covered Saucepan, 3 QT Covered Saucepan, 3-1/2 QT Saute Pan With Cover & Helper Handle, 8 QT Covered Stockpot, 8" Open Skillet & 10" Open Skillet, 18/10 Mirror Finish Stainless Steel With Aluminum Encapsulated Bottom, Solid Stainless Cool Grip Riveted Handles, Tapered Rims For Drip Free Pouring, Limited Lifetime Warranty.
Customer Reviews
Cuisinart Chef's Classic line is the best kept secret in the area of pots and pans. This cookware is amazing! After years of spending a fortune buying and try different lines than the end of nonstick cookware, I finally came to the conclusion that the non-stick cookware is simply disgusting ... thinking that was the only one who hated stick. So, I then completely exclusive line of non-stick cookware, research, and all the finest brands (the ones that everyone usually looks), looking for simple, pure, quality cookware. At first glance, the line of Cuisinart Chef's Classic has exceeded all others in simplicity, beauty, ease of management, robustness of construction, etc. ... also all other similar brands costing 3 to 5 times as much. It's heavy duty professional grade cookware with riveted handles, but not so heavy that it would cause discomfort and problems of lifting and pouring. It's beautifully engineered ... perfect combination of form and function. Various brands always stick my previous "locked". Cuisinart Stainless Steel's interior is surprisingly * UN * sticky. Cleans easily and completely. Beautiful, with modern design, yet timeless. Lids fit as a lid should fit ... perfectly sealed tight. Able to withstand more heat and can therefore be used in the oven! The kitchen is also the whole pan. It 'fabulous for quick scrambled eggs, grilled sandwiches, pasta, rice, etc., and performs equally excellent with slow cooking over low heat either on the stove top and oven! I purchased the 1 pieces 10 set it last Christmas, and last year, I added individual pots to complement and complete my cookware ... with sales prices amazing at Amazon.com! I found that I tend to use the little 8-inch skillet always something fast (professional working mother, single parent), so I took a couple of these, plus some large covered pans to slow cooking meals traditional, such as a huge batch of chili, beefstew, or homemade soup, for parties, or freeze in smaller portions to make me all week. Overall, this dish 1) Looks gorgeous (and very expensive!), 2) run smoothly in the kitchen, comfort and cleanliness in the management, and 3) As an added bonus, is an incredible value price! Buy this pot! * This cookware performs a bit differently (better!) Than anything I've ever owned, and do not require different use and care. So, read and follow the instructions, particularly with regard to the use of a more low-heat, and soak briefly, before washing. Read the instructions thoroughly and frequently, are very simple, and provide excellent information and training for use and maintenance of simple pots and pans. I'm soooo glad I found this pot ... is a constant joy to use. Can not think of a single negative. On a scale of 1 to 5 stars, I give this 100 stars (the revision of limits me to five stars). Love this cookware! Heirloom quality. This is one of those products that 100 years from now, people will say "do not make 'em anymore!" In our world of consumerism junk, this product is a shining star stand out.
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Saturday, December 5, 2009
KitchenAid K45SS Classic 250-Watt 4-1/2-Quart Stand Mixer, White Review
KitchenAid K45SS Classic 250-Watt 4-1/2-Quart Stand Mixer, White
This model comes with three attachments: a flat beater for making batter, meat loaf, and all textures in-between; a wire whip for egg whites, mayonnaise, and more air-infused creations; and a hook for mixing and kneading yeast doughs. All three are solid in construction and easily secured to the beater shaft with a simple twist; untwisting them is a bit trickier because the attachment stems are short and can be hard to grasp, especially if they get the least bit greasy. The bowl itself locks tight to the base.
Customer Reviews
This is a necessity for anyone who actually cooks. I have mine are 15 years and my mother-in-law had her for 30 years and still works great. We do wedding cakes, so I gratuated the biggest baddest model (6QT) this year, the rule would be warm, but we beat the "H" from our icing. So I put an ice pack on the engine and that would keep some of the heat transfer from the icing. Do not use this model to make the paste heavy, but great for cooks regularly. PS Sears has the best prices
Have never heard a bad word about Kitchenaid stand mixer until I read one here from someone with the smallest mixer for large jobs. Over the last two years I have purchased a total of 14 mixers Kitchenaid, from classical to model 6 quarts at work ... All sale. Were purchased for gifts for my daughters, church members, choir director and friends. I bought 7 Classic models, 4 models and Craftsmen Heavy Duty 2 quarts 6 Professional for me. I have not received a negative comment. When you buy a Kitchenaid, do not buy by size bowl ... need to buy based on the size of the engine for the job you do. If you are constantly mixing bread dough doubles matches and very heavy, you need to buy a mixer with a heavy-duty engines. This information is available on the website Kitchenaid. The company tells us clearly what each mixer is capable of doing. I know women who have had this mixer for those who were married 25 years ago or more ... are still in operation. Are an investment, such as knives and cooking utensils good heavy ... no cook should be without one real, but should be smart enough to buy the right one. I just wish I had one when I started cooking 43 years ago, maybe I should not have tendonitis to mix all those cookies in hand with a wooden spoon! Worth every penny.
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Friday, December 4, 2009
KitchenAid FPPA Mixer Attachment Pack for Stand Mixers Review
KitchenAid FPPA Mixer Attachment Pack for Stand Mixers
This assortment of attachments makes your KitchenAid stand mixer as flexible as a Swiss army knife. You get the food grinder, the slicer and shredder, and the fruit and vegetable strainer. Pull out the first and you're grinding meat, breadcrumbs, and more; the second churns out sliced vegetables for potato chips, coleslaw, and the like, or shredded potatoes for hash browns; and the third has you whipping up apple butter in a snap. Each has its own instruction booklet, with tips and recipes. An excellent gift set for your favorite stand-mixer fan.
Customer Reviews
I bought this set of accessories for my mother. He began to use almost immediately. From what you say and from what I've seen their great work! I know that the extracts juicer, juice as possible, because I felt the remaining dough and its just damp. What a great idea to be able to use an appliance for many different uses.
Order of the mixer, this package of accessories and wheels for the grinder and pasta you can replace a third of the items in your kitchen range. The quality of entries Kitchenaid has always been amazing. Mixer my grandmother and the bowls are older than me (37 years). A number of copanies have tried to imitate this versatility, but this is still the best.
When combined with Pro Stand Mixer, these attacks carried my complete satisfaction. / Mincers food was easy to use and then cleaned. (My mother taught me years ago that when you have finished grinding for 5-7 crackers in the hopper to remove the screw mechanism of residues.) If the meat loaf to do, let the crackers fall into the freshly ground meat .. .
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Thursday, December 3, 2009
Zojirushi BBCCX20 Home Bakery Supreme Bread Machine Review
Zojirushi BBCCX20 Home Bakery Supreme Bread Machine
Zojirushi BBCCX20, Zojirushi is the leader in bread makers, and it is proven with this newest version. This is the best on the market! The BBCCX20 has a beefier "engine," more automatic settings, easier-to-follow controls and instructions, more customized programming, and a more industrial, sleek look.
Customer Reviews
I am new to the world, the bread machine and did a lot of research before buying this X20 ZO from Amazon. I could not believe how easy it is to make bread in this machine and have the results come out so great. Another thing that impressed me is the lack of mess and ease of cleaning. I had a difficult time making up my mind between the X20 and TR4000 Breadman's. After determining that the TR4000 still had one kneeder I went with the X20, even though people have said that ZO still used the same non-stick, interior coating. After receiving the machine and use many times I do not think that the finish will cause any problems if treated as directed. I must say it was a great experience to wake up at 6 am to oder of bread, the last was to have the fresh, warm bread with the coffee, my husband was totally impressed. Every inch of this car seems to be of superior quality.
I loved the model bbccv20 the Zojirushi bread machine, but have had for many years. When this came out again I was excited to step up and buy because of the two menu functions homemade. Are intolerant to gluten (Celiac diease), so I make my bread with different types of gluten free. I have owned several cars for the bread of others in the past and that just did not get the right bread without gluten. Zojirushi is incredible. The bread comes out beautifully. It 'easy to use home made menu function and since you can store two recipes you can use your favorites. I like the non-stick pan and form. It 'a great car.
My father loves to cook. It is also completely blind. My husband and I had the inspiration that a bread machine could make a good gift for him. We knew it would be easy to use, easy to clean, and able to handle whole wheat bread (his favorite). After examining various machines on-line, we chose the Zojirushi Home Bakery Supreme. My father was praising the car on an almost daily basis since then! The Zo 'handles whole wheat bread without any problems at all, who churns out perfect bread loaf after perfect. He feels the keys slightly raised control, and the sequence of basic baking bread is very easy for him to remember (just a press of two buttons). The beeps you hear when it's time to add ingredients like nuts is also very useful. Clean up is very easy, even for a blind man. Had the opportunity to experiment with all sorts of made-up recipe since Christmas, and is astonished by the capacity of the machine to turn all that he has thrown in a perfectly mixed, perfectly browned bread loaves of delicious. E 'was found a lot of help to eat the bread too!
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Wednesday, December 2, 2009
Panasonic SD-YD250 Automatic Bread Maker Review
Panasonic SD-YD250 Automatic Bread Maker
Panasonic SD-YD250, The machine automatically adds yeast at the proper time from a dispenser on the unit's lid. It also bakes non-yeast, quick breads-- like banana and gingerbread--and sweet cakes. And it mixes, kneads, and rises doughs for pizza, focaccia, croissants, and other pastries without baking them. A timer permits the machine to be programmed up to 13 hours in advance so fresh bread or cake is available for breakfast or dinner. For cleanup convenience, the baking pan is nonstick. Clad in metal and packing 550 watts of power, the machine measures 14 inches wide, 13.5 inches high, and 9 inches deep. Its instruction booklet is exceptionally easy to understand and includes recipes for 40 breads and doughs along with an insightful guide to baking basics and illustrated tips for making pastries.
Customer Review
This year for Christmas my husband gave me a Panasonic SD-YD250 Automatic Bread Maker. My first bread maker was a Toastmaster who spent most of his time at the repair shop. I made with my Panasonic, a loaf of buttermilk, cheese, bread, butter horn, and cinnamon buns, all out to perfection. My family eats the bread faster then I can cook! You add the dry ingredients, cheese, eggs and wet. The water in liquid milk ingredient and should not be preheated! Position the cold liquid on top of the rest, close the lid, place the yeast in the dispenser, and choose settings. My bread machine would be almost old rock off the bench during the process of kneading. I made 4 entries containing 4 cups of flour each, and I could not say the car was kneading the dough. It's so completely during the kneading cycle. The book received that is included rather than using oz cups. That's OK! You'll find a good recipe for bread machine. My Cookbook bread machine has a table of conversation for cups of Oz. I have not used the chart, because the revenues through the cups out great! Find a cookbook for you! I love this car!
You get what you pay for in this world and the Panasonic SD-YD250 is a perfect example. Quiet as a mouse. Skip the bench and whining and improperly mixed as Breadman we bought (and back) did not. Panasonic has had one for 8 years. Decided to replace the pan seal, and when we checked the cost of a replacemtnt Pan (not realizing that we were able to replace only the mechanism paddle / seal.) Thought he could get by on the cheap with the Breadman. Wrong. If you are looking for a rock solid, flexible units, which proves a perfect time bread after time (up to 2.5 pounds), this is your bread machine. The yeast dispenser is a great feature, especially if you use the timer. Spend the money.
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Tuesday, December 1, 2009
iRobot 500 Series Roomba Vacuum-Cleaning Robot with On-Board Scheduling Review
iRobot 500 Series Roomba Vacuum-Cleaning Robot with On-Board Scheduling
With its enhanced design, including improved navigation, coverage, pickup, and filtration, this vacuum-cleaning robot makes it easier then ever to clean floors throughout the house--hands free. Simply press the "clean" button and the unit will vacuum the whole floor on its own, adjusting automatically to any floor surface including wood, tile, linoleum, rugs, and carpet. The vacuum's dual, high-speed, counter-rotating brushes pick up everything from tracked-in dirt by the front door to food crumbs on the kitchen floor to pet hair throughout the house.
It also provides anti-tangle technology with auto reverse, innovative spinning side brushes to ensure thorough cleaning in corners and along baseboards, and a gentle-touch bumper that senses obstacles so that it can slow down and carefully clean around them. The unit's dirt sensor will direct the cleaning time and focus where it's needed most, and its low-profile design means easy cleaning under beds, couches, and other hard-to-reach areas. Another thoughtful detail includes its ability to schedule preset cleaning times--great for coming home to a clean house after a long day at the office. Even more, the cleaner comes with built-in cliff sensors that prevent it from falling down stairs and a Virtual Wall system, which allows for setting up invisible barriers that confine the unit to a designated area. The vacuum's large dustbin empties easily, and its improved filtration system traps dust, pollen, and other allergens, helping to ensure only clean air gets released back into the room. For added convenience, the vacuuming robot automatically returns to its self-charging Home Base to dock and recharge between cleaning cycles or when the battery starts to run low. Accessories include a bumper extension, a brush cleaning tool, a power adapter, a rechargeable battery, three extra filters, two Virtual Wall Lighthouses, and four "C" batteries for the Virtual Walls. The vacuum-cleaning robot measures approximately 13 by 13 by 4 inches and carries a one-year limited warranty.
Customer Reviews
Received a model 550 for Christmas 2007. Had always dismissed as a joke techno. Not anymore. It 'a really good job on the carpet, like our bulky, noisy and vertical works best hard surface floors. Our feet vomited loose items on the hard surface - Roomba sucks them. This model can be programmed to perform when you are away or at night. It 'very quiet, unlike uprights so if you use while you're at home you can barely hear it. Become places that usually does not empty with an uppercut. When was the last time you vacuumed under the couch and bed? The Roomba is 3 "tall and comes under the beds, the sofa and cabinet. We have a short hair cat and Roomba collects hair very well. It takes between 45-60 minutes to do a room. The garbage Cup should be emptied after each room. Easy to remove. The garbage Cup has two compartments, one for debris and one that has a dust filter. Unlike our feet, going crazy until the fish out as a solid pin map, the Roomba power sucked two of them in the area of rubble this morning, no noise. I turn over and remove the hair, etc. string from the brush after each use. There are two ways to restrict it to one room. The first is to close in the room. If a room has no doors, the second is to use what they call the "lighthouse" [w including 2 / 550], which emits a signal and creates a boundary. Roomba transitions from the surface difficult to fatigue mats area. We have learned to collect small mats after a time it was stuck in front of the kitchen sink. aspirated and also got stuck on a rope from the blinds. Others do some small collection of small objects that you would anyway with an uppercut , which saves time and effort and does a very good job. We love it!
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Monday, November 30, 2009
Masterbuilt 20010109 Butterball Professional Series Indoor Electric Turkey Fryer Review
Masterbuilt 20010109 Butterball Professional Series Indoor Electric Turkey Fryer
Masterbuilt 20010109, Whether gathering the family for Thanksgiving dinner or making a variety of meals to freeze for later, this electric turkey fryer delivers foolproof operation and delicious results--and it can be safely used indoors, right from the convenience of the kitchen counter. The appliance accommodates turkeys up to 14 pounds, and it uses a third less oil than conventional turkey fryers, which means less oil wasted and healthier, lower-fat recipes. The unit also provides a cooking basket, complete with a handy drain clip, that makes it possible to fry up a variety of favorite foods like doughnuts, French fries, onion rings, and more. Its user-friendly control panel consists of a digital timer, a red "power" light, a green "ready" light, and a simple control knob for adjusting the thermostat up to 375 degrees F. Other highlights include a fold-away lid with a viewing window, a built-in filter to reduce cooking odors, a porcelain-coated inner pot with a built-in drain valve for easy cleaning, and a space-saving design that takes up minimal space on the counter. Housed in durable stainless steel, the electric turkey fryer measures approximately 16-2/7 by 14-4/5 by 14-3/5 inches and carries a 90-day limited warranty.
Customer Reviews
Used a Butterball turkey 13.85 pounds, fit pretty tight in the basket, but he managed, had to pull a lil to get him out of the basket, but it wasn't to hard, probably 12-13 max recommend books as possible. It bubbles a lot like putting the turkey inside and made a splash some light on the counter, but nothing big. The fryer itself was easy to clean for the most part, the door comes off for cleaning and the bucket comes out and drain works quite well. Only cons I have is that the cable is short very short to have a plug right next to the fryer to connect otherwise you must use an extension cord that the manual says to use as you can make work in a heating element improper, but I used a short 2 foot heavy duty cord and had no problems. The heating element is probably the most difficult to clean, but nothing extreme. Everyone liked the turkey, crispy outside moist on the inside, most likely use it again on Christmas Day.
Hands off, this is one of the best kitchen appliances you could ever own. We put the fryer on a table in our kitchen. The buckets, filled with all the turkey cavity with paper towels. I then injected with Tom injector kit Butterball. While lowering the turkey, I did not splatter. Allowed us to escape into his cart, which hooks on the side of the fryer. I forgot to sprinkle the dry spices before frying, so I used that Turkey was the drainage. Then I turned to Turkey, the 4 paper towels. There was not enough fat from the turkey to soak for 4 paper towels! The house has not had the terrible slow, heavy smell of fried food and sketches on the fire, earth, and fry 3 to ME pork chops in a small frying pan caused. Our turkey (£ 13.72). It was done in 53 minutes. It 'was a nice golden color, juicy and better than any turkey I've ever had. I did pick this up at Lowe's 11/21/09 for $ 99. I had to go to a Lowe's outside of my area, because my regular Lowe's was out of them. For the commitment and gas, it would be worth paying the extra $ 17 to me if I thought I could get there in time. [...] See how easy it is to use this gem, go to click [...], recipes and then baking in video easy. Yes, I think the video. It 'so easy! I'm frying a turkey during the weekend. Do not miss out to buy this fryer.
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