Question: what material pans does the writer have in both 10 and 12"?

My wife and I received this as a gift to add to our 10" and 12" copper core pans. At first we did not think we would find much of a use for it. However, as we often have both of us and our two teenage boys all in the kitchen at the same time during a meal prep, we have found several uses for it. We sear or sweat some ingredients prior to adding them to a larger recipe.If you already have parts of an All-Clad collection this will complement nicely. If you do not have any All-Clad this may be a good place to start.

Answer: copper

<hl> My wife and I received this as a gift to add to our 10" and 12" copper core pans. <hl> At first we did not think we would find much of a use for it. However, as we often have both of us and our two teenage boys all in the kitchen at the same time during a meal prep, we have found several uses for it. We sear or sweat some ingredients prior to adding them to a larger recipe. If you already have parts of an All-Clad collection this will complement nicely. If you do not have any All-Clad this may be a good place to start.

My wife and I received this as a gift to add to our 10" and 12" <hl> copper <hl> core pans. At first we did not think we would find much of a use for it. However, as we often have both of us and our two teenage boys all in the kitchen at the same time during a meal prep, we have found several uses for it. We sear or sweat some ingredients prior to adding them to a larger recipe.If you already have parts of an All-Clad collection this will complement nicely. If you do not have any All-Clad this may be a good place to start.


Question: If the broad loaves you buy are not big, what else could you fit in the breadbox?

This breadbox is sturdy and well-made. The top rolls easily and it truly is "fingerprint-proof". It is large enough to hold two bakery loaves and, if the loaves aren't too big, some pastries in addition.The lovely bread we buy from our local baker comes in white paper bags. Before I bought this breadbox, we stuffed each paper-bagged loaf into a 2-gallon zip-loc; otherwise the bread would dry out and turn rock-hard in a day. These loaves sat in an ugly pile on our countertop, since we have no room in our cabinets for bread storage.Now we have this attractive bread box - no more unsightly bags of bread on our countertop! Even better, the breadbox keeps our bread fresh for several days without needing to double-bag in zip-locs!Because the paper bags become a bit damp in the breadbox, I usually take the loaves out (leaving them in their individual bags) and set them on the counter to "air out" for about 15 minutes each day . I have found that "airing" the loaves helps prevent mold, which can be a problem if the bread is not consumed rapidly enough.If you need a place to store your bread and keep it fresh, I highly recommend this attractive and useful breadbox.

Answer: some pastries

This breadbox is sturdy and well-made. The top rolls easily and it truly is "fingerprint-proof". <hl> It is large enough to hold two bakery loaves and, if the loaves aren't too big, some pastries in addition. <hl> The lovely bread we buy from our local baker comes in white paper bags. Before I bought this breadbox, we stuffed each paper-bagged loaf into a 2-gallon zip-loc; otherwise the bread would dry out and turn rock-hard in a day. These loaves sat in an ugly pile on our countertop, since we have no room in our cabinets for bread storage. Now we have this attractive bread box - no more unsightly bags of bread on our countertop! Even better, the breadbox keeps our bread fresh for several days without needing to double-bag in zip-locs!Because the paper bags become a bit damp in the breadbox, I usually take the loaves out (leaving them in their individual bags) and set them on the counter to "air out" for about 15 minutes each day . I have found that "airing" the loaves helps prevent mold, which can be a problem if the bread is not consumed rapidly enough. If you need a place to store your bread and keep it fresh, I highly recommend this attractive and useful breadbox.

This breadbox is sturdy and well-made. The top rolls easily and it truly is "fingerprint-proof". It is large enough to hold two bakery loaves and, if the loaves aren't too big, <hl> some pastries <hl> in addition.The lovely bread we buy from our local baker comes in white paper bags. Before I bought this breadbox, we stuffed each paper-bagged loaf into a 2-gallon zip-loc; otherwise the bread would dry out and turn rock-hard in a day. These loaves sat in an ugly pile on our countertop, since we have no room in our cabinets for bread storage.Now we have this attractive bread box - no more unsightly bags of bread on our countertop! Even better, the breadbox keeps our bread fresh for several days without needing to double-bag in zip-locs!Because the paper bags become a bit damp in the breadbox, I usually take the loaves out (leaving them in their individual bags) and set them on the counter to "air out" for about 15 minutes each day . I have found that "airing" the loaves helps prevent mold, which can be a problem if the bread is not consumed rapidly enough.If you need a place to store your bread and keep it fresh, I highly recommend this attractive and useful breadbox.


Question: What need to be cleaned?

I just bought one on clearance at the local grocery. I just wanted to contribute that the coffee is just as hot and strong as when I used to make it. (I.e., the other reviews saying it's not hot or not strong may have defective units.).It's also easy to clean. The permanent fabric filter cup and drain cup come out. That's all that needs to be cleaned (except occasional wipe down, vinegar to decalcify, etc.).If you want to use a short mug, it will splatter. Solution is to use a small glass upside down. Sit the mug on top, so it's closer to the drip stream.

Answer: The permanent fabric filter cup and drain cup

I just bought one on clearance at the local grocery. I just wanted to contribute that the coffee is just as hot and strong as when I used to make it. (I.e., the other reviews saying it's not hot or not strong may have defective units.).It's also easy to clean. <hl> The permanent fabric filter cup and drain cup come out. <hl> That's all that needs to be cleaned (except occasional wipe down, vinegar to decalcify, etc.).If you want to use a short mug, it will splatter. Solution is to use a small glass upside down. Sit the mug on top, so it's closer to the drip stream.

I just bought one on clearance at the local grocery. I just wanted to contribute that the coffee is just as hot and strong as when I used to make it. (I.e., the other reviews saying it's not hot or not strong may have defective units.).It's also easy to clean. <hl> The permanent fabric filter cup and drain cup <hl> come out. That's all that needs to be cleaned (except occasional wipe down, vinegar to decalcify, etc.).If you want to use a short mug, it will splatter. Solution is to use a small glass upside down. Sit the mug on top, so it's closer to the drip stream.


Question: What word does the author use to describe the dehumidifier?

This is a passive dehumidifier; you will not be pumping gallons of water out of your air every week. I think we get about 1.5L a week, which is enough to keep a good bit dampness out of our 30x30 basement. It puts off a little less noise than a small fan, which makes sense since internally it really is just a small fan. Not silent, but certainly very quiet.This unit has now been in operation 100% of the time for three years and hasn't skipped a beat or whined once.As long as your expectations are appropriate (you're paying $80 as opposed to hundreds for a dehumidifier that does real work [I mean that in a physics sense]), I think you'll be satisfied.

Answer: passive

<hl> This is a passive dehumidifier; you will not be pumping gallons of water out of your air every week. <hl> I think we get about 1.5L a week, which is enough to keep a good bit dampness out of our 30x30 basement. It puts off a little less noise than a small fan, which makes sense since internally it really is just a small fan. Not silent, but certainly very quiet. This unit has now been in operation 100% of the time for three years and hasn't skipped a beat or whined once. As long as your expectations are appropriate (you're paying $80 as opposed to hundreds for a dehumidifier that does real work [I mean that in a physics sense]), I think you'll be satisfied.

This is a <hl> passive <hl> dehumidifier; you will not be pumping gallons of water out of your air every week. I think we get about 1.5L a week, which is enough to keep a good bit dampness out of our 30x30 basement. It puts off a little less noise than a small fan, which makes sense since internally it really is just a small fan. Not silent, but certainly very quiet.This unit has now been in operation 100% of the time for three years and hasn't skipped a beat or whined once.As long as your expectations are appropriate (you're paying $80 as opposed to hundreds for a dehumidifier that does real work [I mean that in a physics sense]), I think you'll be satisfied.


Question: What is the model of toaster oven owned for 3 years?

If you can find a toaster oven better than the Breville buy it and let everyone know what it is!!! I've had mine 3 years now so I know what I'm talking about, it replaced a Toast Master convection oven I had for 15 years, tells you how good that Toast Master was. I read these reviews and I wonder why sometimes people submit a review without really knowing the product. This oven is better that the GE big oven in my kitchen and takes 15% less time and probably 30% less electricity. I've cooked chickens to perfection, blueberry pecan bread to die for, steaks rare to well done, toast that my very expensive Kitchen Aid toaster would be proud of and all of this in a little compact powerful machine. It's got its own brain so if yours isn't working quite right it will keep you on track, does not heat up your kitchen, is stainless steel and you get what you paid for. I've given 3 of these away and everyone loves this unit. Thanks Breville your are the best.

Answer: Breville

<hl> If you can find a toaster oven better than the Breville buy it and let everyone know what it is!!! <hl> I've had mine 3 years now so I know what I'm talking about, it replaced a Toast Master convection oven I had for 15 years, tells you how good that Toast Master was. I read these reviews and I wonder why sometimes people submit a review without really knowing the product. This oven is better that the GE big oven in my kitchen and takes 15% less time and probably 30% less electricity. I've cooked chickens to perfection, blueberry pecan bread to die for, steaks rare to well done, toast that my very expensive Kitchen Aid toaster would be proud of and all of this in a little compact powerful machine. It's got its own brain so if yours isn't working quite right it will keep you on track, does not heat up your kitchen, is stainless steel and you get what you paid for. I've given 3 of these away and everyone loves this unit. Thanks Breville your are the best.

If you can find a toaster oven better than the <hl> Breville <hl> buy it and let everyone know what it is!!! I've had mine 3 years now so I know what I'm talking about, it replaced a Toast Master convection oven I had for 15 years, tells you how good that Toast Master was. I read these reviews and I wonder why sometimes people submit a review without really knowing the product. This oven is better that the GE big oven in my kitchen and takes 15% less time and probably 30% less electricity. I've cooked chickens to perfection, blueberry pecan bread to die for, steaks rare to well done, toast that my very expensive Kitchen Aid toaster would be proud of and all of this in a little compact powerful machine. It's got its own brain so if yours isn't working quite right it will keep you on track, does not heat up your kitchen, is stainless steel and you get what you paid for. I've given 3 of these away and everyone loves this unit. Thanks Breville your are the best.


Question: How does the writer compare the cheaper juicer with the more expensive ones?

I purchased this recently and decided to clear the frozen fruit out of my freezer that had been there awhile. I rinsed the strawberries off and threw them in. Out of a 6 lb. bag I managed to get 5 - 8 oz bottles of juice to can up for use in jelly later. Tried it with a bag of blueberries that had been in the freezer and got 2 - 8 oz. bottles of juice out of that. Have to admit though I had to cut the processing time short on it, I had to be somewhere. Probably could have gotten more out of it. This thing works wonderfully. Great replacement for my old aluminum one. AND it comes with an extra hose! As with all juicers have a place to allow the hose to dangle down after use so it can dry out. I really wish they would come up with a tool to do that. I took the clamp and moved it up to the metal part the hose comes off of to allow the hose to be open to dry out. Great price on this and it will do the same job as the more expensive ones.

Answer: do the same job as the more expensive ones

I purchased this recently and decided to clear the frozen fruit out of my freezer that had been there awhile. I rinsed the strawberries off and threw them in. Out of a 6 lb. bag I managed to get 5 - 8 oz bottles of juice to can up for use in jelly later. Tried it with a bag of blueberries that had been in the freezer and got 2 - 8 oz. bottles of juice out of that. Have to admit though I had to cut the processing time short on it, I had to be somewhere. Probably could have gotten more out of it. This thing works wonderfully. Great replacement for my old aluminum one. AND it comes with an extra hose! As with all juicers have a place to allow the hose to dangle down after use so it can dry out. I really wish they would come up with a tool to do that. I took the clamp and moved it up to the metal part the hose comes off of to allow the hose to be open to dry out. Great price on this and it <hl> will do the same job as the more expensive ones . <hl>

I purchased this recently and decided to clear the frozen fruit out of my freezer that had been there awhile. I rinsed the strawberries off and threw them in. Out of a 6 lb. bag I managed to get 5 - 8 oz bottles of juice to can up for use in jelly later. Tried it with a bag of blueberries that had been in the freezer and got 2 - 8 oz. bottles of juice out of that. Have to admit though I had to cut the processing time short on it, I had to be somewhere. Probably could have gotten more out of it. This thing works wonderfully. Great replacement for my old aluminum one. AND it comes with an extra hose! As with all juicers have a place to allow the hose to dangle down after use so it can dry out. I really wish they would come up with a tool to do that. I took the clamp and moved it up to the metal part the hose comes off of to allow the hose to be open to dry out. Great price on this and it will <hl> do the same job as the more expensive ones <hl>.

will <hl> do the same job as the more expensive ones <hl> .


Question: How tall is the user?

I have a small kitchen, but the corner cabinets are really deep. I'm really short so it's difficult to reach the stuff in the back of the cabinet. So, I got one of these. I've had turntables before, but they didn't always turn well, or stuff would fly off when unnamed "someones" would turn it too quickly. The bearings in this are really solid, and it turns very smoothly, even if the weight of the items on it isn't even on both sides. The rubber lip on the sides prevents items from skidding off, which is great. The 16" diameter is great for big cabinets. It's reached the top 10 must haves for my kitchen.

Answer: really short

I have a small kitchen, but the corner cabinets are really deep. <hl> I'm really short so it's difficult to reach the stuff in the back of the cabinet. <hl> So, I got one of these. I've had turntables before, but they didn't always turn well, or stuff would fly off when unnamed "someones" would turn it too quickly. The bearings in this are really solid, and it turns very smoothly, even if the weight of the items on it isn't even on both sides. The rubber lip on the sides prevents items from skidding off, which is great. The 16" diameter is great for big cabinets. It's reached the top 10 must haves for my kitchen.

I have a small kitchen, but the corner cabinets are really deep. I'm <hl> really short <hl> so it's difficult to reach the stuff in the back of the cabinet. So, I got one of these. I've had turntables before, but they didn't always turn well, or stuff would fly off when unnamed "someones" would turn it too quickly. The bearings in this are really solid, and it turns very smoothly, even if the weight of the items on it isn't even on both sides. The rubber lip on the sides prevents items from skidding off, which is great. The 16" diameter is great for big cabinets. It's reached the top 10 must haves for my kitchen.


Question: How is the fork?

The bowl is large enough to hold a lot of lettuce, which is great, but I do wish sectioned parts for the toppings were a bit larger. It's hard to fit chicken or vegetables in them. The dressing cup is plenty big to hold a lot of dressing. The fork is pretty flimsy and doesn't really fit on the lid, so I don't use that part. The lid stays snapped on pretty nicely. Overall, great product.

Answer: pretty flimsy

The bowl is large enough to hold a lot of lettuce, which is great, but I do wish sectioned parts for the toppings were a bit larger. It's hard to fit chicken or vegetables in them. The dressing cup is plenty big to hold a lot of dressing. <hl> The fork is pretty flimsy and doesn't really fit on the lid, so I don't use that part. <hl> The lid stays snapped on pretty nicely. Overall, great product.

The bowl is large enough to hold a lot of lettuce, which is great, but I do wish sectioned parts for the toppings were a bit larger. It's hard to fit chicken or vegetables in them. The dressing cup is plenty big to hold a lot of dressing. The fork is <hl> pretty flimsy <hl> and doesn't really fit on the lid, so I don't use that part. The lid stays snapped on pretty nicely. Overall, great product.


Question: What year was Fannie Farmer Cookbook book published?

Since I bought a set of these molds, I've made 6-8 different varieties, and they're all delicious, but as others have said, I'm learning what I like.The Key Lime popsicle recipe from Fany Gerson's Paletas is fabulous. It was my first batch, and it worked so perfectly that the minor issues I had with other batches came as something of a shock. I used Fat Free Sweetened condensed milk because that's what I had in the house, and it worked fine.Rules to keep in mind:1) if the mixture is slightly thick even before it is frozen, the sticks won't shift around as much as they freeze, so the top will be easy to remove. Mixtures that are cooked (custards, cornstarch mixtures) work really well.2) Not using the lid at all works fine, but you need to let the mixture get slushy before putting in sticks, or use something to brace the sticks in place as the mixture freezes. (I've used binder clips, but saw someone's blog using wooden clothes pins)3) So far, all the custard based ice cream mixtures I've tried have worked fine. Thickened with both eggs and cornstarch, (and a bit of guar gum, my addition) they have a good texture once frozen.4) I bought guar gum to use as a thickener, and I guess it helps, the plain fruit ones I made are easier to eat than the ice cubes on a stick I thought they'd be.5) For really rich mixtures (key lime pie popsicles), I find this portion size to be just a bit large. It really feels indulgent to eat so much. On the other hand, it's very satisfying, so I haven't yet bought any of the smaller sized molds I've seen.Kidco Healthy Snack Frozen Treat Traysfor example. Look good, haven't bought any, yet.6) Portion-wise, the recipes from Paleta seem to fill my molds with just enough, no extra. The one-quart ice cream recipes seem to make a bit extra, but I have a smaller set of ice pop molds, only makes 4, that works fine to hold the extra. (They're these:Sip-A-Pop Ices Mold Holder7) I put the mold on a quarter sized sheet pan that I've covered with foil. When I unmold, I put the popsicles on the foil and put it back in the freezer to help the outside set up a bit.8) I fill a dishpan with HOT water and dip the mold in that for 20-30 seconds before I try to remove them. For some ice pops, that's enough to get them loose, others need more persuasion.Favorite flavors so far: Mint Ice cream, Key Lime Popsicle, Roasted banana with cinnamon, rum and brown sugar, Fresh Strawberries with lemon peel and yogurt, Fudgesicles (love the one from Smitten Kitchen, the recipe is small, so makes just 4), Fudgesicles with cinnamon, cayenne, coffee and almond extract.The ones I made with plain fruit (canteloup, watermelon) were just okay, but let's face it, they're just fruit with a bit of citrus, basically frozen fruit on a stick. I guess I like my flavor blends just a bit more complex. I think the watermelon in particular could have used more thickening before freezing. As they froze, some of them settled out, ice on the bottom of the mold, foam on top.The Ultimate Ice Cream Book: Over 500 Ice Creams, Sorbets, Granitas, Drinks, And MoreI'm looking through my old cookbooks for ideas, a lot of frozen desserts would likely translate well to popsicle form. The Fannie Farmer Cookbook (edition published in 1979) looks quite promising, as does this one:Frozen Delights

Answer: 1979

Since I bought a set of these molds, I've made 6-8 different varieties, and they're all delicious, but as others have said, I'm learning what I like. The Key Lime popsicle recipe from Fany Gerson's Paletas is fabulous. It was my first batch, and it worked so perfectly that the minor issues I had with other batches came as something of a shock. I used Fat Free Sweetened condensed milk because that's what I had in the house, and it worked fine. Rules to keep in mind:1) if the mixture is slightly thick even before it is frozen, the sticks won't shift around as much as they freeze, so the top will be easy to remove. Mixtures that are cooked (custards, cornstarch mixtures) work really well.2) Not using the lid at all works fine, but you need to let the mixture get slushy before putting in sticks, or use something to brace the sticks in place as the mixture freezes. (I've used binder clips, but saw someone's blog using wooden clothes pins)3) So far, all the custard based ice cream mixtures I've tried have worked fine. Thickened with both eggs and cornstarch, (and a bit of guar gum, my addition) they have a good texture once frozen.4) I bought guar gum to use as a thickener, and I guess it helps, the plain fruit ones I made are easier to eat than the ice cubes on a stick I thought they'd be.5) For really rich mixtures (key lime pie popsicles), I find this portion size to be just a bit large. It really feels indulgent to eat so much. On the other hand, it's very satisfying, so I haven't yet bought any of the smaller sized molds I've seen. Kidco Healthy Snack Frozen Treat Traysfor example. Look good, haven't bought any, yet.6) Portion-wise, the recipes from Paleta seem to fill my molds with just enough, no extra. The one-quart ice cream recipes seem to make a bit extra, but I have a smaller set of ice pop molds, only makes 4, that works fine to hold the extra. (They're these:Sip-A-Pop Ices Mold Holder7) I put the mold on a quarter sized sheet pan that I've covered with foil. When I unmold, I put the popsicles on the foil and put it back in the freezer to help the outside set up a bit.8) I fill a dishpan with HOT water and dip the mold in that for 20-30 seconds before I try to remove them. For some ice pops, that's enough to get them loose, others need more persuasion. Favorite flavors so far: Mint Ice cream, Key Lime Popsicle, Roasted banana with cinnamon, rum and brown sugar, Fresh Strawberries with lemon peel and yogurt, Fudgesicles (love the one from Smitten Kitchen, the recipe is small, so makes just 4), Fudgesicles with cinnamon, cayenne, coffee and almond extract. The ones I made with plain fruit (canteloup, watermelon) were just okay, but let's face it, they're just fruit with a bit of citrus, basically frozen fruit on a stick. I guess I like my flavor blends just a bit more complex. I think the watermelon in particular could have used more thickening before freezing. As they froze, some of them settled out, ice on the bottom of the mold, foam on top. The Ultimate Ice Cream Book: Over 500 Ice Creams, Sorbets, Granitas, Drinks, And MoreI'm looking through my old cookbooks for ideas, a lot of frozen desserts would likely translate well to popsicle form. <hl> The Fannie Farmer Cookbook (edition published in 1979 ) looks quite promising, as does this one:Frozen Delights <hl>

Since I bought a set of these molds, I've made 6-8 different varieties, and they're all delicious, but as others have said, I'm learning what I like.The Key Lime popsicle recipe from Fany Gerson's Paletas is fabulous. It was my first batch, and it worked so perfectly that the minor issues I had with other batches came as something of a shock. I used Fat Free Sweetened condensed milk because that's what I had in the house, and it worked fine.Rules to keep in mind:1) if the mixture is slightly thick even before it is frozen, the sticks won't shift around as much as they freeze, so the top will be easy to remove. Mixtures that are cooked (custards, cornstarch mixtures) work really well.2) Not using the lid at all works fine, but you need to let the mixture get slushy before putting in sticks, or use something to brace the sticks in place as the mixture freezes. (I've used binder clips, but saw someone's blog using wooden clothes pins)3) So far, all the custard based ice cream mixtures I've tried have worked fine. Thickened with both eggs and cornstarch, (and a bit of guar gum, my addition) they have a good texture once frozen.4) I bought guar gum to use as a thickener, and I guess it helps, the plain fruit ones I made are easier to eat than the ice cubes on a stick I thought they'd be.5) For really rich mixtures (key lime pie popsicles), I find this portion size to be just a bit large. It really feels indulgent to eat so much. On the other hand, it's very satisfying, so I haven't yet bought any of the smaller sized molds I've seen.Kidco Healthy Snack Frozen Treat Traysfor example. Look good, haven't bought any, yet.6) Portion-wise, the recipes from Paleta seem to fill my molds with just enough, no extra. The one-quart ice cream recipes seem to make a bit extra, but I have a smaller set of ice pop molds, only makes 4, that works fine to hold the extra. (They're these:Sip-A-Pop Ices Mold Holder7) I put the mold on a quarter sized sheet pan that I've covered with foil. When I unmold, I put the popsicles on the foil and put it back in the freezer to help the outside set up a bit.8) I fill a dishpan with HOT water and dip the mold in that for 20-30 seconds before I try to remove them. For some ice pops, that's enough to get them loose, others need more persuasion.Favorite flavors so far: Mint Ice cream, Key Lime Popsicle, Roasted banana with cinnamon, rum and brown sugar, Fresh Strawberries with lemon peel and yogurt, Fudgesicles (love the one from Smitten Kitchen, the recipe is small, so makes just 4), Fudgesicles with cinnamon, cayenne, coffee and almond extract.The ones I made with plain fruit (canteloup, watermelon) were just okay, but let's face it, they're just fruit with a bit of citrus, basically frozen fruit on a stick. I guess I like my flavor blends just a bit more complex. I think the watermelon in particular could have used more thickening before freezing. As they froze, some of them settled out, ice on the bottom of the mold, foam on top.The Ultimate Ice Cream Book: Over 500 Ice Creams, Sorbets, Granitas, Drinks, And MoreI'm looking through my old cookbooks for ideas, a lot of frozen desserts would likely translate well to popsicle form. The Fannie Farmer Cookbook (edition published in <hl> 1979 <hl>) looks quite promising, as does this one:Frozen Delights

The Fannie Farmer Cookbook (edition published in <hl> 1979 <hl> ) looks quite promising, as does this one:Frozen Delights


Question: What is the reviewer going to do with the product now?

This is my second T-Fal purchase, spend 6 mo with their cheaper model, and thisProfessional model is a pleasure to use. So many features and I'm able to use metalturners with this one.Only time will confirm how the anti-warp feature will work but meanwhile I'm a happy camper.I like the feel of the handle grip and the see through lid. I'll let my cast iron skillet rest for a while.When and if it warps, I'll update this promptly.Don't waste your time and monies on the cheaper models, I'm sorry I did.Good Luck9/21/13 after extensive use it has not warped and it's been through some heavy usage.11/25/13 and it will warp, lots of usage and it is warped, very disappointing.*** 11/29/13 *** after a call to Amazon got the number for T-fal USA then got into and endless telephone loop where you just listen to the computer repeat the same message 5 times, hangup- and rewrite my review, they are not specific about the warrant, so forget that and so I'm back to a clad stainless steel that I know won't warp. It was great until it warped and that was reason for buying this in the first place. So my stars go from 5 to 2 or 3, because you can still fry in it on a gas stove, and the lid works, it did not change when the bottom warped.MY advice move on don't waste your money on one that has no warranty department that you can talk to.I'll just donate this to Goodwill tor a tax deduct.

Answer: donate this to Goodwill tor a tax deduct

This is my second T-Fal purchase, spend 6 mo with their cheaper model, and thisProfessional model is a pleasure to use. So many features and I'm able to use metalturners with this one. Only time will confirm how the anti-warp feature will work but meanwhile I'm a happy camper. I like the feel of the handle grip and the see through lid. I'll let my cast iron skillet rest for a while. When and if it warps, I'll update this promptly. Don't waste your time and monies on the cheaper models, I'm sorry I did. Good Luck9/21/13 after extensive use it has not warped and it's been through some heavy usage.11/25/13 and it will warp, lots of usage and it is warped, very disappointing. *** 11/29/13 *** after a call to Amazon got the number for T-fal USA then got into and endless telephone loop where you just listen to the computer repeat the same message 5 times, hangup- and rewrite my review, they are not specific about the warrant, so forget that and so I'm back to a clad stainless steel that I know won't warp. It was great until it warped and that was reason for buying this in the first place. So my stars go from 5 to 2 or 3, because you can still fry in it on a gas stove, and the lid works, it did not change when the bottom warped. MY advice move on don't waste your money on one that has no warranty department that you can talk to. <hl> I'll just donate this to Goodwill tor a tax deduct . <hl>

This is my second T-Fal purchase, spend 6 mo with their cheaper model, and thisProfessional model is a pleasure to use. So many features and I'm able to use metalturners with this one.Only time will confirm how the anti-warp feature will work but meanwhile I'm a happy camper.I like the feel of the handle grip and the see through lid. I'll let my cast iron skillet rest for a while.When and if it warps, I'll update this promptly.Don't waste your time and monies on the cheaper models, I'm sorry I did.Good Luck9/21/13 after extensive use it has not warped and it's been through some heavy usage.11/25/13 and it will warp, lots of usage and it is warped, very disappointing.*** 11/29/13 *** after a call to Amazon got the number for T-fal USA then got into and endless telephone loop where you just listen to the computer repeat the same message 5 times, hangup- and rewrite my review, they are not specific about the warrant, so forget that and so I'm back to a clad stainless steel that I know won't warp. It was great until it warped and that was reason for buying this in the first place. So my stars go from 5 to 2 or 3, because you can still fry in it on a gas stove, and the lid works, it did not change when the bottom warped.MY advice move on don't waste your money on one that has no warranty department that you can talk to.I'll just <hl> donate this to Goodwill tor a tax deduct <hl>.

I'll just <hl> donate this to Goodwill tor a tax deduct <hl> .


Question: What mode does it work well in?

I have mixed feelings on this product because it has some very good aspects and one very irritating aspect.The good:Using this product on a non-stick pan is perfect, because the silicone glides against the pan without any possibility of scratching. I use this whisk for scrambled eggs every week and they come out perfectly each time. The whisk is aesthetically pleasing, lightweight, and when put together it's just a twist of the base to open the whisk, or you can use it in the "flat mode" as well - it all depends on what you're cooking.It's also very easy to clean the product becomes it comes apart completely. You pull the base node out which unlocks all of the whisks and they can be removed and washed separately. Unfortunately, this is where the downside comes into play...putting it back together.There's only ONE way the base node fits back in, and if you get the whisk parts misaligned in even the slightest way it will not lock back into place without a bit of difficulty. In one case I had to use a pair of needle-nose pliers to turn the metal locking pin at the bottom so I could snap the base node back in. This one aspect has made me avoid taking the whisk apart to clean it - just toss it in the dishwasher or run under hot soapy water in the sink to clean up the brushes. And...unless you're submerging it in some stew or soup, you really do not need to take it completely apart to clean it.Overall I am mixed. It works well as a whisk or in "flat mode" but trying to put it back together after dismantling to clean...yeah not so much.

Answer: flat mode

I have mixed feelings on this product because it has some very good aspects and one very irritating aspect. The good:Using this product on a non-stick pan is perfect, because the silicone glides against the pan without any possibility of scratching. I use this whisk for scrambled eggs every week and they come out perfectly each time. <hl> The whisk is aesthetically pleasing, lightweight, and when put together it's just a twist of the base to open the whisk, or you can use it in the " flat mode " as well - it all depends on what you're cooking. <hl> It's also very easy to clean the product becomes it comes apart completely. You pull the base node out which unlocks all of the whisks and they can be removed and washed separately. Unfortunately, this is where the downside comes into play...putting it back together. There's only ONE way the base node fits back in, and if you get the whisk parts misaligned in even the slightest way it will not lock back into place without a bit of difficulty. In one case I had to use a pair of needle-nose pliers to turn the metal locking pin at the bottom so I could snap the base node back in. This one aspect has made me avoid taking the whisk apart to clean it - just toss it in the dishwasher or run under hot soapy water in the sink to clean up the brushes. And...unless you're submerging it in some stew or soup, you really do not need to take it completely apart to clean it. Overall I am mixed. It works well as a whisk or in "flat mode" but trying to put it back together after dismantling to clean... yeah not so much.

I have mixed feelings on this product because it has some very good aspects and one very irritating aspect.The good:Using this product on a non-stick pan is perfect, because the silicone glides against the pan without any possibility of scratching. I use this whisk for scrambled eggs every week and they come out perfectly each time. The whisk is aesthetically pleasing, lightweight, and when put together it's just a twist of the base to open the whisk, or you can use it in the "<hl> flat mode <hl>" as well - it all depends on what you're cooking.It's also very easy to clean the product becomes it comes apart completely. You pull the base node out which unlocks all of the whisks and they can be removed and washed separately. Unfortunately, this is where the downside comes into play...putting it back together.There's only ONE way the base node fits back in, and if you get the whisk parts misaligned in even the slightest way it will not lock back into place without a bit of difficulty. In one case I had to use a pair of needle-nose pliers to turn the metal locking pin at the bottom so I could snap the base node back in. This one aspect has made me avoid taking the whisk apart to clean it - just toss it in the dishwasher or run under hot soapy water in the sink to clean up the brushes. And...unless you're submerging it in some stew or soup, you really do not need to take it completely apart to clean it.Overall I am mixed. It works well as a whisk or in "flat mode" but trying to put it back together after dismantling to clean...yeah not so much.

The whisk is aesthetically pleasing, lightweight, and when put together it's just a twist of the base to open the whisk, or you can use it in the " <hl> flat mode <hl> " as well - it all depends on what you're cooking.


Question: which shelves are only for smaller pots?

The price is good, but the unit is shaky and as one reviewer said, it is **smaaaall**. I can only fit Le Creuset 5qt Braiser, 5.5qt Round, 3.5qt Round Wide and that's about it. The top 3 shelves are for 8.5" and smaller pots which is pretty dang small. I can't fit my oval skillet (I hung it from a hook on the curl at the top of the rack) but no room for a 3.75qt Covered skillet. The Enclume racks are larger but 3x the price. Not sure if I will keep it since 3 shelves remain unusable for me. Too bad, the price was just right.

Answer: top 3 shelves

The price is good, but the unit is shaky and as one reviewer said, it is **smaaaall**. I can only fit Le Creuset 5qt Braiser, 5.5qt Round, 3.5qt Round Wide and that's about it. <hl> The top 3 shelves are for 8.5" and smaller pots which is pretty dang small. <hl> I can't fit my oval skillet (I hung it from a hook on the curl at the top of the rack) but no room for a 3.75qt Covered skillet. The Enclume racks are larger but 3x the price. Not sure if I will keep it since 3 shelves remain unusable for me. Too bad, the price was just right.

The price is good, but the unit is shaky and as one reviewer said, it is **smaaaall**. I can only fit Le Creuset 5qt Braiser, 5.5qt Round, 3.5qt Round Wide and that's about it. The <hl> top 3 shelves <hl> are for 8.5" and smaller pots which is pretty dang small. I can't fit my oval skillet (I hung it from a hook on the curl at the top of the rack) but no room for a 3.75qt Covered skillet. The Enclume racks are larger but 3x the price. Not sure if I will keep it since 3 shelves remain unusable for me. Too bad, the price was just right.


Question: What color is the plastic on this product?

I bought this as a gift for my daughter. When it arrived, I was surprised to see that it is a little better quality than the ones I own that were sold under a different brand name - Mrs. Anderson's. I would have expected them to be the same since both are products of "Harold Imports". But the zipper on this Harold's Pie Crust Maker is a better quality and is sewn in more neatly, making a perfect circle (as compared to the sloppy, irregular circle on my Mrs. Anderson's). Also, the plastic seems to be a slightly heavier gauge than mine. The plastic is also very clear (as compared to the cloudier plastic of mine), but it's possible that is because this is brand new and mine is several years old.

Answer: clear

I bought this as a gift for my daughter. When it arrived, I was surprised to see that it is a little better quality than the ones I own that were sold under a different brand name - Mrs. Anderson's. I would have expected them to be the same since both are products of "Harold Imports". But the zipper on this Harold's Pie Crust Maker is a better quality and is sewn in more neatly, making a perfect circle (as compared to the sloppy, irregular circle on my Mrs. Anderson's). Also, the plastic seems to be a slightly heavier gauge than mine. <hl> The plastic is also very clear (as compared to the cloudier plastic of mine), but it's possible that is because this is brand new and mine is several years old. <hl>

I bought this as a gift for my daughter. When it arrived, I was surprised to see that it is a little better quality than the ones I own that were sold under a different brand name - Mrs. Anderson's. I would have expected them to be the same since both are products of "Harold Imports". But the zipper on this Harold's Pie Crust Maker is a better quality and is sewn in more neatly, making a perfect circle (as compared to the sloppy, irregular circle on my Mrs. Anderson's). Also, the plastic seems to be a slightly heavier gauge than mine. The plastic is also very <hl> clear <hl> (as compared to the cloudier plastic of mine), but it's possible that is because this is brand new and mine is several years old.


Question: How did they feel about amazon's performance resolving this matter?

I had to return the first set of these bowls because I discovered hairline fractures in two of the bowls. In addition, there were many other flaws (such as bubbles in the glass) in all three of the bowls. I received a replacement set from Amazon within two days (it may even have the very next day after I filed the report online). I noticed hairline fractures in one of the replacement bowls that I had used only twice as I was taking it out of the dishwasher. These bowls are of such low quality they cannot even withstand a trip through a dishwasher despite AH's claim that they are dishwasher safe. This product does not deserve even a one star rating. Rather than return the bowls again, I am going to just take the loss but I am done with Anchor Hocking. I will not even consider buying another Anchor Hocking product again. On the other hand, I am very pleased with Amazon's performance on this and all of my other orders.

Answer: very pleased

I had to return the first set of these bowls because I discovered hairline fractures in two of the bowls. In addition, there were many other flaws (such as bubbles in the glass) in all three of the bowls. I received a replacement set from Amazon within two days (it may even have the very next day after I filed the report online). I noticed hairline fractures in one of the replacement bowls that I had used only twice as I was taking it out of the dishwasher. These bowls are of such low quality they cannot even withstand a trip through a dishwasher despite AH's claim that they are dishwasher safe. This product does not deserve even a one star rating. Rather than return the bowls again, I am going to just take the loss but I am done with Anchor Hocking. I will not even consider buying another Anchor Hocking product again. <hl> On the other hand, I am very pleased with Amazon's performance on this and all of my other orders. <hl>

I had to return the first set of these bowls because I discovered hairline fractures in two of the bowls. In addition, there were many other flaws (such as bubbles in the glass) in all three of the bowls. I received a replacement set from Amazon within two days (it may even have the very next day after I filed the report online). I noticed hairline fractures in one of the replacement bowls that I had used only twice as I was taking it out of the dishwasher. These bowls are of such low quality they cannot even withstand a trip through a dishwasher despite AH's claim that they are dishwasher safe. This product does not deserve even a one star rating. Rather than return the bowls again, I am going to just take the loss but I am done with Anchor Hocking. I will not even consider buying another Anchor Hocking product again. On the other hand, I am <hl> very pleased <hl> with Amazon's performance on this and all of my other orders.


Question: what kind of shipping did they choose?

I just ordered this with a cover two or three days ago and was not expecting them to arrive so quickly since I picked free shipping.I was pretty sure that king sized blankets/quilts/comforters would have significant overhang when used on a queen sized mattress and sitting under the duvet right now, I'm kind of disappointed. The king sized quilt I bought elsewhere has more overhang than this duvet.This duvet feels (to me) like down, just without the stabby feathers and it's heavy enough that I don't have to use more than one electric heater while sleeping this winter night (I'm a freeze baby, though). I washed it before stuffing it into the cover and it did not tear, nor does it have any outstanding defects after I scoured it over.I'm pretty happy with it, I just kind of wish it was a larger comforter.

Answer: free shipping

<hl> I just ordered this with a cover two or three days ago and was not expecting them to arrive so quickly since I picked free shipping .I was pretty sure that king sized blankets/quilts/comforters would have significant overhang when used on a queen sized mattress and sitting under the duvet right now, I'm kind of disappointed. <hl> The king sized quilt I bought elsewhere has more overhang than this duvet. This duvet feels (to me) like down, just without the stabby feathers and it's heavy enough that I don't have to use more than one electric heater while sleeping this winter night (I'm a freeze baby, though). I washed it before stuffing it into the cover and it did not tear, nor does it have any outstanding defects after I scoured it over. I'm pretty happy with it, I just kind of wish it was a larger comforter.

I just ordered this with a cover two or three days ago and was not expecting them to arrive so quickly since I picked <hl> free shipping <hl>.I was pretty sure that king sized blankets/quilts/comforters would have significant overhang when used on a queen sized mattress and sitting under the duvet right now, I'm kind of disappointed. The king sized quilt I bought elsewhere has more overhang than this duvet.This duvet feels (to me) like down, just without the stabby feathers and it's heavy enough that I don't have to use more than one electric heater while sleeping this winter night (I'm a freeze baby, though). I washed it before stuffing it into the cover and it did not tear, nor does it have any outstanding defects after I scoured it over.I'm pretty happy with it, I just kind of wish it was a larger comforter.

I just ordered this with a cover two or three days ago and was not expecting them to arrive so quickly since I picked <hl> free shipping <hl> .I was pretty sure that king sized blankets/quilts/comforters would have significant overhang when used on a queen sized mattress and sitting under the duvet right now, I'm kind of disappointed.


Question: What does it sound like?

This induction cooktop cuts down on boiling time about half from what it takes on my electric range. No complaints there. The problem for me with this cooktop is its incessant beeping. You take a pot off the surface from where it's been boiling to pour some water into your cup, and it beeps immediately until you put it back down. It does a little better if you set the cooktop to "warm" instead of leaving it on regular cooking/boiling modes, but then it'll only give you about ten seconds of having the pot off the surface before it beeps at you to demand you put it back down. Some days I move slowly, and get beeped/yelled at a lot by this cooktop. It's not a soft, friendly beep either, it's similar to a smoke alarm kind of beep that makes your heart race to hear it. I'd rather get a different induction cooktop that's a bit friendlier and doesn't beep at me so much.

Answer: smoke alarm

This induction cooktop cuts down on boiling time about half from what it takes on my electric range. No complaints there. The problem for me with this cooktop is its incessant beeping. You take a pot off the surface from where it's been boiling to pour some water into your cup, and it beeps immediately until you put it back down. It does a little better if you set the cooktop to "warm" instead of leaving it on regular cooking/boiling modes, but then it'll only give you about ten seconds of having the pot off the surface before it beeps at you to demand you put it back down. Some days I move slowly, and get beeped/yelled at a lot by this cooktop. <hl> It's not a soft, friendly beep either, it's similar to a smoke alarm kind of beep that makes your heart race to hear it. <hl> I'd rather get a different induction cooktop that's a bit friendlier and doesn't beep at me so much.

This induction cooktop cuts down on boiling time about half from what it takes on my electric range. No complaints there. The problem for me with this cooktop is its incessant beeping. You take a pot off the surface from where it's been boiling to pour some water into your cup, and it beeps immediately until you put it back down. It does a little better if you set the cooktop to "warm" instead of leaving it on regular cooking/boiling modes, but then it'll only give you about ten seconds of having the pot off the surface before it beeps at you to demand you put it back down. Some days I move slowly, and get beeped/yelled at a lot by this cooktop. It's not a soft, friendly beep either, it's similar to a <hl> smoke alarm <hl> kind of beep that makes your heart race to hear it. I'd rather get a different induction cooktop that's a bit friendlier and doesn't beep at me so much.


Question: The customer states that the vacuum works the best on what kind of floors?

Easy to assemble, just three pieces -- a two piece handle and the cleaning head. The two parts of the handle screw together -- it did take some muscle to get them tightly together -- and the head just snaps on.I've used this every day in the week that I've had it. I've used it on carpeted floors and bare floors. It's especially effective on bare floors. With other vacuums, even those with a bare floor setting, stuff sometimes shoots out the side. Not this one.It seems to have plenty of power -- it picks up small rocks with no problem. The 40-minute runtime is accurate. I've used it at least that long and haven't had to recharge.What I really like is that it will lay flat, which allows me to get under things that I used to have to move. What I don't like (and this is probably standard with stick vacs) is that the smaller head means more passes to cover a floor. For this reason, the Rowenta will be my spot pickup cleaner. I'll still use the big vacuum prior to shampooing, or when I have to vacuum the entire floor.The only reason I don't give it 5 stars is because of the price. A cordless stick vac is a convenience, not a necessary tool. If I had to choose between a stick vac and a regular vac, I'd have to choose the regular vac.Also, if you have pets, hair will get wound around the brushes, even more so than with a regular vacuum.

Answer: bare floors

Easy to assemble, just three pieces -- a two piece handle and the cleaning head. The two parts of the handle screw together -- it did take some muscle to get them tightly together -- and the head just snaps on. I've used this every day in the week that I've had it. <hl> I've used it on carpeted floors and bare floors . <hl> It's especially effective on bare floors. With other vacuums, even those with a bare floor setting, stuff sometimes shoots out the side. Not this one. It seems to have plenty of power -- it picks up small rocks with no problem. The 40-minute runtime is accurate. I've used it at least that long and haven't had to recharge. What I really like is that it will lay flat, which allows me to get under things that I used to have to move. What I don't like (and this is probably standard with stick vacs) is that the smaller head means more passes to cover a floor. For this reason, the Rowenta will be my spot pickup cleaner. I'll still use the big vacuum prior to shampooing, or when I have to vacuum the entire floor. The only reason I don't give it 5 stars is because of the price. A cordless stick vac is a convenience, not a necessary tool. If I had to choose between a stick vac and a regular vac, I'd have to choose the regular vac. Also, if you have pets, hair will get wound around the brushes, even more so than with a regular vacuum.

Easy to assemble, just three pieces -- a two piece handle and the cleaning head. The two parts of the handle screw together -- it did take some muscle to get them tightly together -- and the head just snaps on.I've used this every day in the week that I've had it. I've used it on carpeted floors and <hl> bare floors <hl>. It's especially effective on bare floors. With other vacuums, even those with a bare floor setting, stuff sometimes shoots out the side. Not this one.It seems to have plenty of power -- it picks up small rocks with no problem. The 40-minute runtime is accurate. I've used it at least that long and haven't had to recharge.What I really like is that it will lay flat, which allows me to get under things that I used to have to move. What I don't like (and this is probably standard with stick vacs) is that the smaller head means more passes to cover a floor. For this reason, the Rowenta will be my spot pickup cleaner. I'll still use the big vacuum prior to shampooing, or when I have to vacuum the entire floor.The only reason I don't give it 5 stars is because of the price. A cordless stick vac is a convenience, not a necessary tool. If I had to choose between a stick vac and a regular vac, I'd have to choose the regular vac.Also, if you have pets, hair will get wound around the brushes, even more so than with a regular vacuum.

I've used it on carpeted floors and <hl> bare floors <hl> .


Question: What is the brand in question?

This is the worst ice cream scoop ever. The part of the scoop that attaches to the handle is only about 1/4 inch in diameter. It's a total scam; they made it look thicker, by making the part that holds the scoop 4 times as wide. You can't tell by looking at it, because they have cleverly disguised it with the plastic handle. I found out when the handle broke off in my hand, while trying to scoop some hard ice cream. Oxo, you should be ashamed of yourselves for making this piece of junk, which was clearly designed to deceive the consumer. I'll likely never buy an Oxo product again.

Answer: Oxo

This is the worst ice cream scoop ever. The part of the scoop that attaches to the handle is only about 1/4 inch in diameter. It's a total scam; they made it look thicker, by making the part that holds the scoop 4 times as wide. You can't tell by looking at it, because they have cleverly disguised it with the plastic handle. I found out when the handle broke off in my hand, while trying to scoop some hard ice cream. <hl> Oxo , you should be ashamed of yourselves for making this piece of junk, which was clearly designed to deceive the consumer. <hl> I'll likely never buy an Oxo product again.

This is the worst ice cream scoop ever. The part of the scoop that attaches to the handle is only about 1/4 inch in diameter. It's a total scam; they made it look thicker, by making the part that holds the scoop 4 times as wide. You can't tell by looking at it, because they have cleverly disguised it with the plastic handle. I found out when the handle broke off in my hand, while trying to scoop some hard ice cream. <hl> Oxo <hl>, you should be ashamed of yourselves for making this piece of junk, which was clearly designed to deceive the consumer. I'll likely never buy an Oxo product again.

<hl> Oxo <hl> , you should be ashamed of yourselves for making this piece of junk, which was clearly designed to deceive the consumer.


Question: What brand was ordered?

Had high hopes for this Vornado, but not sure if I like it. The Great Room where I use it is probably bigger than what this humidifier can handle, but it seems to at least get the humidity above 30%, which is far better than the 25% we sometimes get in the winter. The one major issue is noise. Only at the lowest setting is it quiet. There is no difference in the noise level between medium and high...meaning, it's too loud. Gets on your nerve after a while. So, if the noise will not bother you, it will be satisfactory to get the humidity level at a comfortable level in the right sized room.

Answer: Vornado

<hl> Had high hopes for this Vornado , but not sure if I like it. <hl> The Great Room where I use it is probably bigger than what this humidifier can handle, but it seems to at least get the humidity above 30%, which is far better than the 25% we sometimes get in the winter. The one major issue is noise. Only at the lowest setting is it quiet. There is no difference in the noise level between medium and high... meaning, it's too loud. Gets on your nerve after a while. So, if the noise will not bother you, it will be satisfactory to get the humidity level at a comfortable level in the right sized room.

Had high hopes for this <hl> Vornado <hl>, but not sure if I like it. The Great Room where I use it is probably bigger than what this humidifier can handle, but it seems to at least get the humidity above 30%, which is far better than the 25% we sometimes get in the winter. The one major issue is noise. Only at the lowest setting is it quiet. There is no difference in the noise level between medium and high...meaning, it's too loud. Gets on your nerve after a while. So, if the noise will not bother you, it will be satisfactory to get the humidity level at a comfortable level in the right sized room.

Had high hopes for this <hl> Vornado <hl> , but not sure if I like it.


Question: What heat setting should the slow cooker be set to cook oats?

WELCOME TO MY COOKING LABOATMEAL: I ordered this slow cooker specifically for making my Irish steel cut oatmeal, for which it is perfect. It cooks the oats in three to four hours on low. If I have pre-ground the oats in my mini processor first, they cook more quickly than otherwise. To pre-grind all one needs do is pulse the oats two or three times in your mini food processor. Right now, I use 2/3 of a cup of oats with a dash of salt to slightly less than 3 cups of water. I taste for doneness at around 3 hours of cooking on low. I serve my cooked oatmeal with Vermont maple syrup, warmed, reduced-fat milk and topped with a few thawed berries or fresh fruit.OATMEAL: The oatmeal that I use is in a newly-opened can of McCann's Irish steel cut oatmeal. I store an opened can in a tightly sealed container in the fridge, and use it up pretty quickly.CROCKERY INSERT: The white crockery insert has handles extending beyond the two sides of the top of the cooker. The handles make it easy to grasp the hot crockery and remove it from the cooker, but you must use oven mitts before grasping the hot handles of the crockery to avoid burning your fingers. Because the bottom of the crockery is rough and could scratch the counter top, I keep a good-sized trivet next to the cooker when I am ready to remove the crockery.COVER: The cover has a tightly sealed black gasket around the bottom which prevents the water from seeping out of the slow cooker. When you lift the cover to test for doneness, the many water droplets that have accumulated at the underneath of the cover are very hot, so avoid burning yourself or your counter tops.

Answer: low

WELCOME TO MY COOKING LABOATMEAL: <hl> I ordered this s low cooker specifically for making my Irish steel cut oatmeal, for which it is perfect. <hl> It cooks the oats in three to four hours on low. If I have pre-ground the oats in my mini processor first, they cook more quickly than otherwise. To pre-grind all one needs do is pulse the oats two or three times in your mini food processor. Right now, I use 2/3 of a cup of oats with a dash of salt to slightly less than 3 cups of water. I taste for doneness at around 3 hours of cooking on low. I serve my cooked oatmeal with Vermont maple syrup, warmed, reduced-fat milk and topped with a few thawed berries or fresh fruit. OATMEAL: The oatmeal that I use is in a newly-opened can of McCann's Irish steel cut oatmeal. I store an opened can in a tightly sealed container in the fridge, and use it up pretty quickly. CROCKERY INSERT: The white crockery insert has handles extending beyond the two sides of the top of the cooker. The handles make it easy to grasp the hot crockery and remove it from the cooker, but you must use oven mitts before grasping the hot handles of the crockery to avoid burning your fingers. Because the bottom of the crockery is rough and could scratch the counter top, I keep a good-sized trivet next to the cooker when I am ready to remove the crockery. COVER: The cover has a tightly sealed black gasket around the bottom which prevents the water from seeping out of the slow cooker. When you lift the cover to test for doneness, the many water droplets that have accumulated at the underneath of the cover are very hot, so avoid burning yourself or your counter tops.

WELCOME TO MY COOKING LABOATMEAL: I ordered this s<hl> low <hl> cooker specifically for making my Irish steel cut oatmeal, for which it is perfect. It cooks the oats in three to four hours on low. If I have pre-ground the oats in my mini processor first, they cook more quickly than otherwise. To pre-grind all one needs do is pulse the oats two or three times in your mini food processor. Right now, I use 2/3 of a cup of oats with a dash of salt to slightly less than 3 cups of water. I taste for doneness at around 3 hours of cooking on low. I serve my cooked oatmeal with Vermont maple syrup, warmed, reduced-fat milk and topped with a few thawed berries or fresh fruit.OATMEAL: The oatmeal that I use is in a newly-opened can of McCann's Irish steel cut oatmeal. I store an opened can in a tightly sealed container in the fridge, and use it up pretty quickly.CROCKERY INSERT: The white crockery insert has handles extending beyond the two sides of the top of the cooker. The handles make it easy to grasp the hot crockery and remove it from the cooker, but you must use oven mitts before grasping the hot handles of the crockery to avoid burning your fingers. Because the bottom of the crockery is rough and could scratch the counter top, I keep a good-sized trivet next to the cooker when I am ready to remove the crockery.COVER: The cover has a tightly sealed black gasket around the bottom which prevents the water from seeping out of the slow cooker. When you lift the cover to test for doneness, the many water droplets that have accumulated at the underneath of the cover are very hot, so avoid burning yourself or your counter tops.

I ordered this s <hl> low <hl> cooker specifically for making my Irish steel cut oatmeal, for which it is perfect.


Question: How could the design of the mat be improved?

Does not drain fast enough to keep ya from standing in water while showering.It needs a way for water to enter and drain frim the front and sides. But I do think its a quality mat as mats go, mine is nice and thick, and feels good on the feet.But I decided to try some waterproof interlocking shower\pool deck floor tiles and i absolutly love them.Sometimesi use the mat on top of them, sometimes not.The tiles stand up off the floor of the shower 1/8 inch or so, drain very well and keep ya from standing in water.Easy to clean also.

Answer: a way for water to enter and drain frim the front and sides

Does not drain fast enough to keep ya from standing in water while showering. <hl> It needs a way for water to enter and drain frim the front and sides . <hl> But I do think its a quality mat as mats go, mine is nice and thick, and feels good on the feet. But I decided to try some waterproof interlocking shower\pool deck floor tiles and i absolutly love them. Sometimesi use the mat on top of them, sometimes not. The tiles stand up off the floor of the shower 1/8 inch or so, drain very well and keep ya from standing in water. Easy to clean also.

Does not drain fast enough to keep ya from standing in water while showering.It needs <hl> a way for water to enter and drain frim the front and sides <hl>. But I do think its a quality mat as mats go, mine is nice and thick, and feels good on the feet.But I decided to try some waterproof interlocking shower\pool deck floor tiles and i absolutly love them.Sometimesi use the mat on top of them, sometimes not.The tiles stand up off the floor of the shower 1/8 inch or so, drain very well and keep ya from standing in water.Easy to clean also.

It needs <hl> a way for water to enter and drain frim the front and sides <hl> .


Question: Why did I contact the customer service?

I have owned many different bread machines, and still do. The Zojirushi, the Panasonic and the Breadman Ultimate.This Zojirushi is becoming my favorite!It turns out great tasting, great looking loaves of bread every time.And the sourdough starter cycle does wonders.My only complaint is that the pan is not very nonstick. You have to shake it pretty hard to get the bread out. But big deal - as long as it comes out I'm happy!As far as Zo's customer service, I've never had any trouble. I have called them to order spare parts for my rice cookers, and to order a spare pan for this bread machine in case I ever need it. By spare parts I mean just that - spare. I have not had any defects. I just like having a spare pan etc on hand in case one gets scratched. No trouble getting them on the phone, no trouble with my order.I have absolutely no complaints. Zojirushi makes great, innovative products and you should not hesitate to get this machine.

Answer: to order spare parts

I have owned many different bread machines, and still do. The Zojirushi, the Panasonic and the Breadman Ultimate. This Zojirushi is becoming my favorite!It turns out great tasting, great looking loaves of bread every time. And the sourdough starter cycle does wonders. My only complaint is that the pan is not very nonstick. You have to shake it pretty hard to get the bread out. But big deal - as long as it comes out I'm happy!As far as Zo's customer service, I've never had any trouble. <hl> I have called them to order spare parts for my rice cookers, and to order a spare pan for this bread machine in case I ever need it. <hl> By spare parts I mean just that - spare. I have not had any defects. I just like having a spare pan etc on hand in case one gets scratched. No trouble getting them on the phone, no trouble with my order. I have absolutely no complaints. Zojirushi makes great, innovative products and you should not hesitate to get this machine.

I have owned many different bread machines, and still do. The Zojirushi, the Panasonic and the Breadman Ultimate.This Zojirushi is becoming my favorite!It turns out great tasting, great looking loaves of bread every time.And the sourdough starter cycle does wonders.My only complaint is that the pan is not very nonstick. You have to shake it pretty hard to get the bread out. But big deal - as long as it comes out I'm happy!As far as Zo's customer service, I've never had any trouble. I have called them <hl> to order spare parts <hl> for my rice cookers, and to order a spare pan for this bread machine in case I ever need it. By spare parts I mean just that - spare. I have not had any defects. I just like having a spare pan etc on hand in case one gets scratched. No trouble getting them on the phone, no trouble with my order.I have absolutely no complaints. Zojirushi makes great, innovative products and you should not hesitate to get this machine.


Question: How many cups is the brewer?

Not much I really like about it other than it's a 12 cup thermal brewer. Things I don't like. When you take the pot out after brewing the basket drips some. The pot has a very small opening. You can't get your hand inside to wash it. Not even my wife's very tiny hand. You have to have man like hands to open the pot. The top outside diameter is huge. The water level is on the back side. You can't see it from the front. The water tank isn't removable making it more difficult to fill. I have not experienced the thing peeing coffee all over the counter top as many have mentioned. It is no where close to being the complete thermal brewer my beloved Starbucks Baristta, RIP, was. I'll probably end up giving it to my daughter-in-law.Not sure what I would buy.Update: It's toast. My wife and I hate this thing. Hope the daughter-in-law likes it. I'm looking at a Mr. Coffee Optimal Brew 10 cup thermal. It has a wider mouth, removable tank and side loading filter basket. Would like a 12 cup but they are virtually non-existent. That Dyson guy needs to look into making a real good coffee maker.Update #2. Bought the Mr. Coffee machine and couldn't be more satisfied. No mess, water tank is a breeze to fill, comes with gold filter (although we use disposable brown filters), shorter than the nightmare above and less $. The only raps on the Mr. Coffee is that is only 10 cups, would prefer 12 and has a disposable water filter. WE have RO water so tossed that a week ago. OK if you don't have any filtration system. They good for a month, not sure what they cost. Bottomline, Mr. Coffee you're the best I could find.

Answer: 12 cup

<hl> Not much I really like about it other than it's a 12 cup thermal brewer. <hl> Things I don't like. When you take the pot out after brewing the basket drips some. The pot has a very small opening. You can't get your hand inside to wash it. Not even my wife's very tiny hand. You have to have man like hands to open the pot. The top outside diameter is huge. The water level is on the back side. You can't see it from the front. The water tank isn't removable making it more difficult to fill. I have not experienced the thing peeing coffee all over the counter top as many have mentioned. It is no where close to being the complete thermal brewer my beloved Starbucks Baristta, RIP, was. I'll probably end up giving it to my daughter-in-law. Not sure what I would buy. Update: It's toast. My wife and I hate this thing. Hope the daughter-in-law likes it. I'm looking at a Mr. Coffee Optimal Brew 10 cup thermal. It has a wider mouth, removable tank and side loading filter basket. Would like a 12 cup but they are virtually non-existent. That Dyson guy needs to look into making a real good coffee maker. Update #2. Bought the Mr. Coffee machine and couldn't be more satisfied. No mess, water tank is a breeze to fill, comes with gold filter (although we use disposable brown filters), shorter than the nightmare above and less $. The only raps on the Mr. Coffee is that is only 10 cups, would prefer 12 and has a disposable water filter. WE have RO water so tossed that a week ago. OK if you don't have any filtration system. They good for a month, not sure what they cost. Bottomline, Mr. Coffee you're the best I could find.

Not much I really like about it other than it's a <hl> 12 cup <hl> thermal brewer. Things I don't like. When you take the pot out after brewing the basket drips some. The pot has a very small opening. You can't get your hand inside to wash it. Not even my wife's very tiny hand. You have to have man like hands to open the pot. The top outside diameter is huge. The water level is on the back side. You can't see it from the front. The water tank isn't removable making it more difficult to fill. I have not experienced the thing peeing coffee all over the counter top as many have mentioned. It is no where close to being the complete thermal brewer my beloved Starbucks Baristta, RIP, was. I'll probably end up giving it to my daughter-in-law.Not sure what I would buy.Update: It's toast. My wife and I hate this thing. Hope the daughter-in-law likes it. I'm looking at a Mr. Coffee Optimal Brew 10 cup thermal. It has a wider mouth, removable tank and side loading filter basket. Would like a 12 cup but they are virtually non-existent. That Dyson guy needs to look into making a real good coffee maker.Update #2. Bought the Mr. Coffee machine and couldn't be more satisfied. No mess, water tank is a breeze to fill, comes with gold filter (although we use disposable brown filters), shorter than the nightmare above and less $. The only raps on the Mr. Coffee is that is only 10 cups, would prefer 12 and has a disposable water filter. WE have RO water so tossed that a week ago. OK if you don't have any filtration system. They good for a month, not sure what they cost. Bottomline, Mr. Coffee you're the best I could find.


Question: What type of product is the Oster 6646?

I actually own the Oster 6646 but am writing the review here because the 6646 appears to be no longer caried by Amazon and the 6684 is simply the black version of the 6646.First, the good: This blender does a very good job of blending ingredients, including frozen ones, into drinks of consistent texture. No lumpy pieces of fruit or bits of ice hiding in the drink. It also does a good job of pulling the ingredients down the side of the jar and around the blades so that everything gets blended properly.Now, the bad: Shortly after my 1-year warranty expired, I turned on my blender one day and it abruptly turned off after about one second. I actually think this was my fault as I didn't have the jar seated quite right and I had some ice cubes at the bottom of the jar right by the blades. At any rate, to make a long story short I was left with the option to either (a) pay to get the blender repaired, which would have cost over half what one costs new; (b) throw the blender away; or (c) try to fix the thing myself. I had a hunch that perhaps I could find a fuse inside that had blown, so I attempted to take apart the blender. I tried A LOT of different screwdrivers, both at home and at work, and I could not get any of them to grip the screws properly to remove them. I took the blender to my local hardware store and, after a lot of patience, was finally able to remove the screws. While I readily found a fuse, the hardware store said they didn't have a matching replacement fuse. A little frustrated but still determined, I went to yet another hardware store; a seemingly knowledgeable clerk there told me that I would probably have a hard time finding the proper fuse because of the filament design, even though the fuse is labeled as a 5 amp 125 volt fuse. Still determined, I went to Radio Shack. Though they did not have a fuse that looked the same in terms of filament, the guy there assured me that a slow blowing 5 amp 250 volt fuse should work just fine. And guess what -- he was right. So now I have an additional three back up fuses in case it blows again, for a total out of pocket cost of less than 10% what a new blender would cost. Now my search is on for replacement screws so I can attach the bottom of the unit to the base again.I guess I can't totally fault Oster for not making a consumer level repair more easy. I think this is true across the board for consumer electronics today. Still, I hate to think of all of the perfectly good machines out there that get tossed in the garbage and end up in a landfill (even though there are toxic components inside) that just maybe would be put back into service by the people who owned them if the manufacturer gave simple instructions for something as simple as replacing a fuse and didn't assemble the device so as to discourage people from trying to take it apart.

Answer: blender

<hl> I actually own the Oster 6646 but am writing the review here because the 6646 appears to be no longer caried by Amazon and the 6684 is simply the black version of the 6646.First, the good: This blender does a very good job of blending ingredients, including frozen ones, into drinks of consistent texture. <hl> No lumpy pieces of fruit or bits of ice hiding in the drink. It also does a good job of pulling the ingredients down the side of the jar and around the blades so that everything gets blended properly. Now, the bad: Shortly after my 1-year warranty expired, I turned on my blender one day and it abruptly turned off after about one second. I actually think this was my fault as I didn't have the jar seated quite right and I had some ice cubes at the bottom of the jar right by the blades. At any rate, to make a long story short I was left with the option to either (a) pay to get the blender repaired, which would have cost over half what one costs new; (b) throw the blender away; or (c) try to fix the thing myself. I had a hunch that perhaps I could find a fuse inside that had blown, so I attempted to take apart the blender. I tried A LOT of different screwdrivers, both at home and at work, and I could not get any of them to grip the screws properly to remove them. I took the blender to my local hardware store and, after a lot of patience, was finally able to remove the screws. While I readily found a fuse, the hardware store said they didn't have a matching replacement fuse. A little frustrated but still determined, I went to yet another hardware store; a seemingly knowledgeable clerk there told me that I would probably have a hard time finding the proper fuse because of the filament design, even though the fuse is labeled as a 5 amp 125 volt fuse. Still determined, I went to Radio Shack. Though they did not have a fuse that looked the same in terms of filament, the guy there assured me that a slow blowing 5 amp 250 volt fuse should work just fine. And guess what -- he was right. So now I have an additional three back up fuses in case it blows again, for a total out of pocket cost of less than 10% what a new blender would cost. Now my search is on for replacement screws so I can attach the bottom of the unit to the base again. I guess I can't totally fault Oster for not making a consumer level repair more easy. I think this is true across the board for consumer electronics today. Still, I hate to think of all of the perfectly good machines out there that get tossed in the garbage and end up in a landfill (even though there are toxic components inside) that just maybe would be put back into service by the people who owned them if the manufacturer gave simple instructions for something as simple as replacing a fuse and didn't assemble the device so as to discourage people from trying to take it apart.

I actually own the Oster 6646 but am writing the review here because the 6646 appears to be no longer caried by Amazon and the 6684 is simply the black version of the 6646.First, the good: This <hl> blender <hl> does a very good job of blending ingredients, including frozen ones, into drinks of consistent texture. No lumpy pieces of fruit or bits of ice hiding in the drink. It also does a good job of pulling the ingredients down the side of the jar and around the blades so that everything gets blended properly.Now, the bad: Shortly after my 1-year warranty expired, I turned on my blender one day and it abruptly turned off after about one second. I actually think this was my fault as I didn't have the jar seated quite right and I had some ice cubes at the bottom of the jar right by the blades. At any rate, to make a long story short I was left with the option to either (a) pay to get the blender repaired, which would have cost over half what one costs new; (b) throw the blender away; or (c) try to fix the thing myself. I had a hunch that perhaps I could find a fuse inside that had blown, so I attempted to take apart the blender. I tried A LOT of different screwdrivers, both at home and at work, and I could not get any of them to grip the screws properly to remove them. I took the blender to my local hardware store and, after a lot of patience, was finally able to remove the screws. While I readily found a fuse, the hardware store said they didn't have a matching replacement fuse. A little frustrated but still determined, I went to yet another hardware store; a seemingly knowledgeable clerk there told me that I would probably have a hard time finding the proper fuse because of the filament design, even though the fuse is labeled as a 5 amp 125 volt fuse. Still determined, I went to Radio Shack. Though they did not have a fuse that looked the same in terms of filament, the guy there assured me that a slow blowing 5 amp 250 volt fuse should work just fine. And guess what -- he was right. So now I have an additional three back up fuses in case it blows again, for a total out of pocket cost of less than 10% what a new blender would cost. Now my search is on for replacement screws so I can attach the bottom of the unit to the base again.I guess I can't totally fault Oster for not making a consumer level repair more easy. I think this is true across the board for consumer electronics today. Still, I hate to think of all of the perfectly good machines out there that get tossed in the garbage and end up in a landfill (even though there are toxic components inside) that just maybe would be put back into service by the people who owned them if the manufacturer gave simple instructions for something as simple as replacing a fuse and didn't assemble the device so as to discourage people from trying to take it apart.


Question: What is the mesh?

This French press pot works well, and is more attractive than many. The feet keeps the hot glass above the surface of the table or counter. The pot is also very sturdy and well-balanced, and does not feel unstable when the plunger is pressed. The seal around the edge of the plunger is tight, and the mesh is very fine, so I have not had any trouble with grounds ending up in the cup.I like this pot very much. Getting a great cup of coffee with a French press is a matter of getting the amount of coffee correct, and making sure that you allow ample time for the coffee to steep.Definitely recommended.

Answer: fine

This French press pot works well, and is more attractive than many. The feet keeps the hot glass above the surface of the table or counter. The pot is also very sturdy and well-balanced, and does not feel unstable when the plunger is pressed. <hl> The seal around the edge of the plunger is tight, and the mesh is very fine , so I have not had any trouble with grounds ending up in the cup. <hl> I like this pot very much. Getting a great cup of coffee with a French press is a matter of getting the amount of coffee correct, and making sure that you allow ample time for the coffee to steep. Definitely recommended.

This French press pot works well, and is more attractive than many. The feet keeps the hot glass above the surface of the table or counter. The pot is also very sturdy and well-balanced, and does not feel unstable when the plunger is pressed. The seal around the edge of the plunger is tight, and the mesh is very <hl> fine <hl>, so I have not had any trouble with grounds ending up in the cup.I like this pot very much. Getting a great cup of coffee with a French press is a matter of getting the amount of coffee correct, and making sure that you allow ample time for the coffee to steep.Definitely recommended.

The seal around the edge of the plunger is tight, and the mesh is very <hl> fine <hl> , so I have not had any trouble with grounds ending up in the cup.


Question: What setting was the blanket when it got so hot?

I purchased this blanket for my 93 year old mother. She's always had one and I thought this would be a 'safe' blanket for her as it turns off automatically should she forget to do so herself. Well, she had it on the lowest setting and it got so hot that her skin was all red. She double checked to be sure it was on the lowest setting and it was! She quickly unplugged it and it's off her bed now. Her skin is still sensitive because of this blanket. It could have been worse - I'm thankful it was not!Thank you Amazon for helping in this matter. I do believe this blanket is defective. My mother has always had an electric blanket on her bed, but the one she had was getting old and I thought a new one would be better. Boy, was I wrong! I'm only writing this review because I think anyone thinking of purchasing this blanket may want to be aware of a possible problem. Again, Amazon was amazing in their response to this problem.

Answer: lowest

Well, she had it on the lowest setting

I purchased this blanket for my 93 year old mother. She's always had one and I thought this would be a 'safe' blanket for her as it turns off automatically should she forget to do so herself. <hl> Well, she had it on the lowest setting <hl> and it got so hot that her skin was all red. She double checked to be sure it was on the lowest setting and it was! She quickly unplugged it and it's off her bed now. Her skin is still sensitive because of this blanket. It could have been worse - I'm thankful it was not!Thank you Amazon for helping in this matter. I do believe this blanket is defective. My mother has always had an electric blanket on her bed, but the one she had was getting old and I thought a new one would be better. Boy, was I wrong! I'm only writing this review because I think anyone thinking of purchasing this blanket may want to be aware of a possible problem. Again, Amazon was amazing in their response to this problem.

I purchased this blanket for my 93 year old mother. She's always had one and I thought this would be a 'safe' blanket for her as it turns off automatically should she forget to do so herself. Well, she had it on the <hl> lowest <hl> setting and it got so hot that her skin was all red. She double checked to be sure it was on the lowest setting and it was! She quickly unplugged it and it's off her bed now. Her skin is still sensitive because of this blanket. It could have been worse - I'm thankful it was not!Thank you Amazon for helping in this matter. I do believe this blanket is defective. My mother has always had an electric blanket on her bed, but the one she had was getting old and I thought a new one would be better. Boy, was I wrong! I'm only writing this review because I think anyone thinking of purchasing this blanket may want to be aware of a possible problem. Again, Amazon was amazing in their response to this problem.


Question: What is a matter of personal preference?

I got this to hold heavier hardback books while reading in bed. After a brief trial, however, I agree with the reviewers who feel this bookrest is better-suited to holding Nooks, Kindles, etc. Lighter-weight books are OK, too, but unless it's a book that stays flat and open on its own, both hands are necessary to keep those books open. (I had hoped the trough or seam in which the book rests would help keep such books open, but it wasn't deep enough.) It held my Barnes & Noble Nook fine, but the pillow's angle just wasn't right for me, whether using it in my lap or lying on my side in bed. I think the angle issue is a matter of personal preference rather than a design flaw. A younger family member decided to keep the pillow and said it works well for her, both in her lap and in bed as she reclines on her side.On the plus side, it's attractive and well-made. The pillow is light-weight but not insubstantial or cheap in feel. The quality and design are good, but the Peeramid just didn't work for me.

Answer: the angle

I got this to hold heavier hardback books while reading in bed. After a brief trial, however, I agree with the reviewers who feel this bookrest is better-suited to holding Nooks, Kindles, etc. Lighter-weight books are OK, too, but unless it's a book that stays flat and open on its own, both hands are necessary to keep those books open. (I had hoped the trough or seam in which the book rests would help keep such books open, but it wasn't deep enough.) It held my Barnes & Noble Nook fine, but the pillow's angle just wasn't right for me, whether using it in my lap or lying on my side in bed. <hl> I think the angle issue is a matter of personal preference rather than a design flaw. <hl> A younger family member decided to keep the pillow and said it works well for her, both in her lap and in bed as she reclines on her side. On the plus side, it's attractive and well-made. The pillow is light-weight but not insubstantial or cheap in feel. The quality and design are good, but the Peeramid just didn't work for me.

I got this to hold heavier hardback books while reading in bed. After a brief trial, however, I agree with the reviewers who feel this bookrest is better-suited to holding Nooks, Kindles, etc. Lighter-weight books are OK, too, but unless it's a book that stays flat and open on its own, both hands are necessary to keep those books open. (I had hoped the trough or seam in which the book rests would help keep such books open, but it wasn't deep enough.) It held my Barnes & Noble Nook fine, but the pillow's angle just wasn't right for me, whether using it in my lap or lying on my side in bed. I think <hl> the angle <hl> issue is a matter of personal preference rather than a design flaw. A younger family member decided to keep the pillow and said it works well for her, both in her lap and in bed as she reclines on her side.On the plus side, it's attractive and well-made. The pillow is light-weight but not insubstantial or cheap in feel. The quality and design are good, but the Peeramid just didn't work for me.


Question: How does this person's husband want to feel in the morning?

I picked this water station up because I am tired of standing in line to get filtered water from my fridge. We have a big family and first thing in the morning you can count on a line up at the fridge, the kids filling their water bottles, me filling the carbonated water containers and the hubby mournfully waiting for someone to give him "cuts" so he can be properly caffeinated. With the Filtrete system I can just turn on the sink, fill the bottles, distribute the water and presto - we are all appropriately hydrated.A broad overview on this system:*You can filter as little as one bottle of water or up to 4.*The system comes with either a black or white base and four 16.9 fl oz bottles with brightly colored (leak-proof) caps.*The Bottles are BPA-free.*The Filter is good for 100 gallons of water.*The unit measures 11" high and is about 7 1/4" around, so counter top space might be an issue in smaller kitchens.*The colorful caps unscrew from the bottles but are not detachable.*Replacement filters run about $10 to $14 plus shipping.All in all, this is a good system for the family, easy to use, enough volume to meet everyone's needs in two fills and a decent size for our counter tops.Recommended.

Answer: caffeinated

I picked this water station up because I am tired of standing in line to get filtered water from my fridge. <hl> We have a big family and first thing in the morning you can count on a line up at the fridge, the kids filling their water bottles, me filling the carbonated water containers and the hubby mournfully waiting for someone to give him "cuts" so he can be properly caffeinated . <hl> With the Filtrete system I can just turn on the sink, fill the bottles, distribute the water and presto - we are all appropriately hydrated. A broad overview on this system:*You can filter as little as one bottle of water or up to 4.*The system comes with either a black or white base and four 16.9 fl oz bottles with brightly colored (leak-proof) caps.*The Bottles are BPA-free.*The Filter is good for 100 gallons of water.*The unit measures 11" high and is about 7 1/4" around, so counter top space might be an issue in smaller kitchens.*The colorful caps unscrew from the bottles but are not detachable.*Replacement filters run about $10 to $14 plus shipping. All in all, this is a good system for the family, easy to use, enough volume to meet everyone's needs in two fills and a decent size for our counter tops. Recommended.

I picked this water station up because I am tired of standing in line to get filtered water from my fridge. We have a big family and first thing in the morning you can count on a line up at the fridge, the kids filling their water bottles, me filling the carbonated water containers and the hubby mournfully waiting for someone to give him "cuts" so he can be properly <hl> caffeinated <hl>. With the Filtrete system I can just turn on the sink, fill the bottles, distribute the water and presto - we are all appropriately hydrated.A broad overview on this system:*You can filter as little as one bottle of water or up to 4.*The system comes with either a black or white base and four 16.9 fl oz bottles with brightly colored (leak-proof) caps.*The Bottles are BPA-free.*The Filter is good for 100 gallons of water.*The unit measures 11" high and is about 7 1/4" around, so counter top space might be an issue in smaller kitchens.*The colorful caps unscrew from the bottles but are not detachable.*Replacement filters run about $10 to $14 plus shipping.All in all, this is a good system for the family, easy to use, enough volume to meet everyone's needs in two fills and a decent size for our counter tops.Recommended.

We have a big family and first thing in the morning you can count on a line up at the fridge, the kids filling their water bottles, me filling the carbonated water containers and the hubby mournfully waiting for someone to give him "cuts" so he can be properly <hl> caffeinated <hl> .


Question: What type of kitchen pans were these bought to be used with?

I bought both the Bambu Kitchen Fork and the Cephalon Nylon Fork a year ago, both for use with non-stick kitchen pans.I used both, but have settled on the bamboo fork. That's what I reach for most times.The nylon fork has sharp tines that will pick up meat pieces; the bamboo fork does not do that job.The bamboo fork shrugs off encounters with hot pans; the nylon fork as gouges melted into it.Your mileage may vary. Void where prohibited...

Answer: non-stick

<hl> I bought both the Bambu Kitchen Fork and the Cephalon Nylon Fork a year ago, both for use with non-stick kitchen pans. <hl> I used both, but have settled on the bamboo fork. That's what I reach for most times. The nylon fork has sharp tines that will pick up meat pieces; the bamboo fork does not do that job. The bamboo fork shrugs off encounters with hot pans; the nylon fork as gouges melted into it. Your mileage may vary. Void where prohibited...

I bought both the Bambu Kitchen Fork and the Cephalon Nylon Fork a year ago, both for use with <hl> non-stick <hl> kitchen pans.I used both, but have settled on the bamboo fork. That's what I reach for most times.The nylon fork has sharp tines that will pick up meat pieces; the bamboo fork does not do that job.The bamboo fork shrugs off encounters with hot pans; the nylon fork as gouges melted into it.Your mileage may vary. Void where prohibited...


Question: What replaces the rubber gaskets

These silicone gaskets will replace the rubber one which came with this espresso make. Within the first few uses, I can already sense the silicone gaskets perform better than the original gasket. It doesn't deform as the original or discolor. I used to spend time cleaning coffee fragments which become embedded in the original gasket. The heat range of the silicon gasket is clearly better and since it does not deform, it is easier to clean. Even if your original gasket is still viable, I would recommend replacing it just to reduce the effort of cleaning.

Answer: silicone

<hl> These silicone gaskets will replace the rubber one which came with this espresso make. <hl> Within the first few uses, I can already sense the silicone gaskets perform better than the original gasket. It doesn't deform as the original or discolor. I used to spend time cleaning coffee fragments which become embedded in the original gasket. The heat range of the silicon gasket is clearly better and since it does not deform, it is easier to clean. Even if your original gasket is still viable, I would recommend replacing it just to reduce the effort of cleaning.

These <hl> silicone <hl> gaskets will replace the rubber one which came with this espresso make. Within the first few uses, I can already sense the silicone gaskets perform better than the original gasket. It doesn't deform as the original or discolor. I used to spend time cleaning coffee fragments which become embedded in the original gasket. The heat range of the silicon gasket is clearly better and since it does not deform, it is easier to clean. Even if your original gasket is still viable, I would recommend replacing it just to reduce the effort of cleaning.


Question: for what purpose the KitchenAid blender. used?

I am really happy with this refurbished KitchenAid blender. I make fruit shakes that have frozen fruit, including a cut-up frozen banana, and the blender blends it all pretty well. Occasionally it bogs down and won't move the contents. I usually blend the frozen fruit on low, and as I write this it occurs to me that maybe I need to increase the speed in order to move those frozen pieces to the bottom and get the blender going again. I'll try it. But over all I love the blender. Sounds powerful. Crushes ice into snow if you let it.

Answer: I make fruit shakes that have frozen fruit, including a cut-up frozen banana

I am really happy with this refurbished KitchenAid blender. <hl> I make fruit shakes that have frozen fruit, including a cut-up frozen banana , and the blender blends it all pretty well. <hl> Occasionally it bogs down and won't move the contents. I usually blend the frozen fruit on low, and as I write this it occurs to me that maybe I need to increase the speed in order to move those frozen pieces to the bottom and get the blender going again. I'll try it. But over all I love the blender. Sounds powerful. Crushes ice into snow if you let it.

I am really happy with this refurbished KitchenAid blender. <hl> I make fruit shakes that have frozen fruit, including a cut-up frozen banana <hl>, and the blender blends it all pretty well. Occasionally it bogs down and won't move the contents. I usually blend the frozen fruit on low, and as I write this it occurs to me that maybe I need to increase the speed in order to move those frozen pieces to the bottom and get the blender going again. I'll try it. But over all I love the blender. Sounds powerful. Crushes ice into snow if you let it.

<hl> I make fruit shakes that have frozen fruit, including a cut-up frozen banana <hl> , and the blender blends it all pretty well.