Farberware Classic 3-1/4-Quart Tall Asparagus Steamer with Lid Review

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(More customer reviews)this steamer is perfect for asparagus, pasta or other items that are tall.
the steamer heats quickly and evenly. It is a welcome addition to anyone's
collection of cookware. I would recommend it to anyone regardless of their
experience with farberware. It is a welcome addition to my collection of
Farberware classic cookware

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Expand upon your existing Farberware Classic Seriescookware with this collectable, specialty piece. Perfect for steaming asparagus, corn on the cob or boiling eggs.

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Scanpan Stainless-Steel 10-Inch Steamer Insert Review

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(More customer reviews)This is an excellent addition to the scanpan collection. Its stackable, so like bamboo steamers you can set several on top of one another and steam several items at once. Great for dim sum.

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The Pampered Chef Rice Cooker Plus Review

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(More customer reviews)I'm thinking that the negative review on this product MUST be because they have something wrong with their microwave. Maybe they have it set too high. You have to lower the power to 50% to cook the rice, so maybe they forgot to do that.
As for me - I will NEVER cook rice any other way again! I cook rice all the time for my family. I use brown rice in 70% of my dishes. I have a rice cooker (a good one) and I also cook it stove top.
First of all, a rice cooker is one more appliance that I'd rather not own taking up space. Also, it has to sit out on the counter to cook the rice, which poses a problem if you have limited space and need to cook the rest of your meal. I have always had a problem with the electric rice cookers spitting water out and making a watery and crusty mess by the end of the cooking process. They are just a pain in my opinion.
As for stove top - you all know how much of a mess THIS can make, and unless you have SUPER cookware, it never comes out quite right.
Now for the Pampered Chef rice cooker. We are currently staying with a friend while our new house is being done. I went to make rice one night and my friend offered to let me use her P.C. rice cooker. I was skeptical to say the least. I mean, come on - in the microwave? In plastic? It certainly can't be any good - especially for brown rice. I am so glad to say that I was so wrong! It cooked rice like a dream!
First, you put a 2:1 ratio water to rice in the cooker. Seal it up and put it in the micro on HIGH for 5 minutes. THEN you power it down to 50% and cook for 20-40 minutes depending on the type of rice you are using (standard time for any cooker). I have used this over and over and have not had one problem. the rice comes out better than you could imagine! Especially if you use broth instead of water. Clean up is a BREEZE with this. the rice does NOT stick to the bottom (like my pans and rice cooker does) and rinses out so easily. AND it's dishwasher safe! Seriously, what more could you want??? This product is amazing and Pampered Chef stands behind their products so you have nothing to lose!

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Perfect rice every time - right in your microwave! Exclusive 3 quart cooker with unique double-lid design prevents boil over so your microwave stays clean. Our exclusive color will not stain. Also cooks vegetables, soups and stews or re-heats leftovers. Dishwasher safe. Includes Use and Care instructions with recipe for Savory Vegetable Rice Pilaf.

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Basic Essentials 2 Piece Stainless Steel Steamer Stock Pots Set with Glass Lids Review

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(More customer reviews)I love these steamers. I used the larger one for tamales and it worked great (holds about 25-30 tamales). I can't believe how nice these are for the price - what a great find!

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Nuwave 20201 Analog-Controlled Infrared Tabletop Oven, White Review

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(More customer reviews)Those who purchase the Nuwave Oven usually have in mind a healthier, cleaner, and more efficient way to cook. The Nuwave does indeed deliver on these counts. It is a healthy alternative to conventional ovens in that it eliminates more saturated fatty oils than they do. It is cleaner in that the clean up time in considerably less than with a standard oven. And it is more efficient than a standard oven in that the combination of convection/infrared styles of heating do produce a tastier result. Now having said that, the potential purchaser must consider areas that one might not think of until too late. First, the sturdiness and quality of the device is inherently far less than that of either a standard oven or a microwave. Even for those reviewers who rave about their experiences all too often report control quality issues after the first year of use. In many cases the device simpy ceases to function. This brings me to number two: Repair costs are prohibitive. In fact it is cheaper to buy a new unit than to fix the old one. The warranty does not cover beyond the standard period. Finally, the Nuwave does work well but only on one type of food at a time. If you were to cook meat and vegetables together, the result would be that the former turned out well but not the latter. A minor note is that the instructions and cooking suggestions are both poorly worded and at times incomprehensible. The bottom line is that the Nuwave Oven is probably a good deal for those who do not plan to use it for more than one year and intend to cook only one type of food at a time.

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The NuwaveInfrared Oven is designed to produce succulent meats, poultry, and fish. The NuwaveInfrared Oven quickly and easily cooks foods while keeping them moist on the inside, crisp and browned on the outside with out using any fats or oils.The Nuwave oven cooks most foods up to 50% faster than a conventional oven, without preheating or defrosting, for the best in flavor and taste. The NuwaveInfrared Oven works with a patented trio of cooking methods:Conduction to apply heat directly to food, Convection to circulate the heat around the food, and Far Infrared radiant heat to penetrate the food to cook from the inside out, leaving food moist and Flavorful. The Patented Triple Cooking Process of infrared, conduction, and convection enables the following cooking methods: Barbeque, Roast, Air Frie, Broil, Bake, Steam, Dehydrate, and Grill all without preheating or defrosting. The Nuwave Infrared Oven saves you up to 50% in cooking time and saves up to 85% in Energy compared to a conventional 3500 watt oven. Additionally, infrared cooking promotes a ¿Grease Release¿ which occurs as a release of up to 267% more fat drippings than your conventional oven producing a cholesterol lowering and healthy diet without sacrificing great tasting food. For the past 8 years in a row, the Nuwave Ovenhas been the only countertop infrared countertop oven to win the prestigious Gold Medal Award from the American Culinary ChefsBest, an independent third party association of master chefs, and has the seal of approval from the Cooking Club of America and it¿s recommended by the National Health and Wellness Club. Includes owner's manual, quick & esy cooking guide, recipe book and low-carb diet recipe book. The NuwaveInfrared Oven comes with a limited 1yr. warranty and the Hearthware Home Products customer service department can be reached at: 1-888-287-0763 or 1-847-566-3009.

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Progressive 3.5-Quart Asparagus Steamer Set Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought this asparagus steamer a couple of years ago and was able to use it only a few times because the basket and the bottom of the steamer rusted right away. I have several stainless steel pots and none of them rusted...they are not supposed to. I was definitely not happy with the product!

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Progressive International is your source for the widest range of functional, inventive, and fun kitchen tools and great ideas put into practice. Our in-house designers spend hours in the kitchen coming up with ways to improve on a variety of traditional tasks and tools. Established in 1973, our commitment to quality and service allows us to offer a broad selection of quality kitchenware and other household products.This 4.5-quart versatile steamer is made from 18/10 stainless steel.It has a 18/8 mesh insert and a tempered glass lid.The mesh insert is designed with a hook for draining liquid into the pot before serving. Ideal for cooking fresh asparagus, a variety of pastas, corn, seafood or hard boilded eggs.

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Calphalon Contemporary Stainless 8-Quart Pot with Glass Lid and 2 Inserts Review

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(More customer reviews)After stocking up on Calphalon cookware through Amazon, I almost purchased this item after reading the official Amazon review. Fortunately, I examined one while browsing a local store, and saw that only the bottom was aluminum core, not the sides, and the bottom was impact-bonded with a seam. Examine the Amazon close-up picture and you also can easily see the seam at the bottom.
The box I looked at clearly stated this as well. The multi-pot that I examined was definitely Calphalon Contemporary Stainless, not the less expensive Simply Calphalon series. This is not the 8-quart stockpot, which is much more expensive, and does not come with any inserts.
I am purchasing the Calphalon Tri-Ply Stainless 8-quart stockpot instead, and finding an after-market stainless steel steamer insert. The inserts for this pan and the Simply Calphalon Stainless 8-quart multi-pot do not fit the Tri-Ply. The two pasta inserts that Calphalon offers for sale alone are for the professional and contemporary stainless stockpots only, and also do not fit the Tri-Ply.
The official Amazon review needs to be revised.

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Contemporary Stainless 8-quart multipot--four-piece set that includes 8-quart pot, glass lid, steamer insert, and pasta insert. Pasta, anyone? Here's everything you need to prepare hearty pasta dishes, soups, and stews, as well as steamed shellfish.

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All-Clad Panini Pan with Press Review

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(More customer reviews)I have nothing but praise for this pan. I have been using it 4-5 times per week since I purchased it.
The pan heats quickly and evenly and gives that perfect grilled crust to everything I have tried. It did take some practice to get the temperature and timing down - I heat the press on another burner at 9/10 and the pan at about a 4/10. That gives me the perfect browning to both sides while also allowing enough time for the sandwich to get hot throughout. All Clad gives some advice on timing and procedure, but I think my system works better. Be aware, the handle of the pan stays cool but the press handle can get hot.
The listing does not say, but the press is cast iron and quite heavy. Cleanup of the press and pan is easy. The non-stick of the pan works well and the cast iron cleans up easily (I always butter or oil what I am grilling, so ymmv).
I now get perfect sandwiches every time, and never have to worry about all the things that can go wrong with an electric panini press. I am sure this pan will give me many years of great service.

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Crafted of hard anodized aluminum, this two-piece Panini press includes a thick, nonstick pan that provides fast, even heat distribution. The heavy-duty press features a generous loop handle for adding pressure on top, leaving food with tasty, blackened grill marks. Working much like an outdoor grill only faster, it not only gives sandwiches a delicious crunch and an even browning, but the cookware also nicely grills meats, veggies, and fish. Its polished stainless-steel handle is secured to the pan by stainless-steel rivets for strength, rounded on the bottom for comfort, and holed in the end for hanging on a hook or peg when not in use. Both the lid's handle and the pan's long handle stay cool on the stovetop and won't be harmed by an oven's heat. The cookware should be washed by hand, which takes little effort due to its nonstick grill. The Panini pan measures 8-3/8 by 10-3/8 inches with the press measuring 8 by 10 inches. Both pieces covered by a limited lifetime warranty.

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Simply Calphalon Nonstick 13-Inch Round Grill Pan Review

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(More customer reviews)I purchased this grill pan based upon it's best-in-class review from Cook's Illustrated. I have no regrets. This pan delivers excellent grill marks to meats and vegetables. I was pleasantly surprised by the large cooking area this round pan offers. In addition to performance, the price of this pan is hard to beat. It's an excellent addition to any kitchen.

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Chef Harvey Garnishing for the Beginner, Book and Five Tools Review

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(More customer reviews)I purchased the Chef Harvey 5 Piece Garnishing Set. It consisted of a corrugated garnishing tool, food decorator, spiral slicer, twin curl cutter and paring knife. With shipping and handling it cost $22.00. The food decorator is made out of such thin metal it feels like it will cut your hand if you give it a firm grip. The spiral slicer has a thick plastic screw tip that splits the carrots rather than cutting them in a spiral. Twin curl cutter is just as cheap to the look and feel. Not surprisingly, at the bottom of the invoice, it says "thanks for your order - non returnable". So even the company must know it's an inferior product.

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With Chef Harvey's Garnishing Kit you'll learn to make fabulous garnishes by following the step-by-step instructional book and by making garnishes yourself with the five included garnishing tools. Garnishes are wonderful for special occasions, and they are a great way to a little pizzazz to everyday meals and snacks. Learn how to do it with Chef Harvey!

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All-Clad Stainless Asparagus Pot with Steamer Basket Review

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(More customer reviews)USED THIS FOR THE FIRST TIME LAST NIGHT,I WAS TIRED OF OVERCOOKING ASPARAGUS.WORKED GREAT.IT IS MADE OF QUALITY STAINLESS.BASKET IS THE RIGHT SIZE FIGHTS NICELY INTO THE POT AND THE HANDLE MOVES OFF TO THE SIDE,IT LAYS DOWN.I BOILED EGGS ALSO,GREAT WAY TO BOIL 5-8 EGGS.I WAS VERY IMPRESSED.

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Constructed with a nonreactive stainless steel interior, a pure aluminum core throughout the pot and a hand-polished magnetic stainless steel exterior. Features riveted, stay-cool handles, stainless steel lid and a removable basket. Oven safe to 500. Dishwasher safe; hand wash to maintain luster. Manufacturer's limited lifetime warranty.

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Calphalon One Infused Anodized Stainless-Steel Stack Steamer with Lid Review

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(More customer reviews)An avid home cook that is a collector of both cookbooks and cooking gadgets writes this review. I use this steamer insert most days. I purchased the insert after continuing to read that steamed vegetables retained more of their vitamins and minerals. I did not want to go the bamboo steamer route, as I was afraid the wood could harbor bacteria. This product is now a must have in my kitchen. I have summarized my observations of this product below:
Pros:
1.Allows me to retrain more vitamins and minerals in the vegetables I feed my family
2.Easy to clean
3.Fits well in four or five of my Calphalon pots
4.Easy to store since it does fit inside other pots
5.Handles stay cool
6.Glass on lid is extremely thick
7.Glass lid fits snuggly which keeps steam from escaping
8.Large enough to steam a pound of haricot vert at one time
9.Excellent for making dim sum (steamed dumplings)
10.Reheats chicken breasts without drying them out
11.Can be used to refresh slightly stale bread
Cons:
1.Price
Overall I highly recommend this product to anyone that owns Calphalon or Calphalon One products.


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So what is the new buzz from Calphalon? An exciting hybrid which combines qualities of both traditional metal and non-stick cooking surfaces, that's what. Now not only can you brown, sear, and reduce sauces as the recipe intended, but you can also breathe a sigh of relief as you won't have a battle removing food and stains from the pan following use. How did this happen you ask? CALPHALON ONE INFUSED ANODIZED is manufactured with a revolutionary anodization process. Both interior and exterior surfaces are infused with an advanced release polymer which actually penetrates below the surface of the metal, into its very pores, offering superb durability and versatility. The intrinsic properties of aluminum ensure fast and even heating, as you've come to expect from Calphalon. Expand your technique repetoire with this accessory steamer.

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Cuisinart Food Chopper, Black Review

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(More customer reviews)This is the worst piece I own by Cuisinart. I generally like their products but this thing stinks. My girlfriend bought me this for X-Mas (after I picked it out!). Let me say that I would give it negative stars if possible. I now have to waste time and fuel to drive it back to the store to recuperate the cost. The thing fell apart after 1/8 of an onion--which is, btw, all the space this thing has to chop. Was not sharp enough to cut through the tougher, outer onion layer. P-l-e-a-s-e! I took it all the way apart to see what could possibly "jam" a manual food chopper. I noticed that the blade piece unscrewed from the hand piece. No problem, right? Wrong, wrong! The pieces would not stay together. Needless to say that it almost ruined X-Mas once my girlfriend had to go digging through the trash for the receipt . . .

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The Cuisinart Black Food Chopper is perfect for chopping potatoes, celery, carrots, onions, nuts, etc.Includes cover to convert chopper chamber to a storage container,The rotating stainless steel bladesdisassemble for easy cleaning.The product is dishwasher safe and has a 5 year limited warranty .

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Fagor Duo Combi 5-Piece Pressure Cooker Set Review

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(More customer reviews)Fagor is the least expensive brand that I am aware of which also has the 'modern' features desirable in pressure cookers. To learn more about pressure cookers and what is desirable go to missvickie.com (a non-commercial site devoted to pressure cooker enthusiasts.) Some of these features deal with safety, e.g. you don't have to worry about plugging the steam escape with Fagor. Fagor cookers also reach a pressure of 15psi (which is important.) Unless a brand advertises that they do reach 15psi, assume that they don't. I suggest getting an extra gasket when you buy the item as you will need one at one point (they don't last forever). I must also compliment the company on its service. I bought this item, and sent in a rebate form (for a free stock pot). They sent me a nice paella pan by mistake. I was satisfied, however I called them to make sure that there was no mistake. They answered the phone right away (without the common maze of annoyingly slow and complex menu options.) The woman I talked to was very personable. This woman checked on what happened, called me back, and told me that they would also send the stock pot to me, and for me to go ahead and keep the paella pan. I will update this if needed as time goes on, as I have more experience using this item.


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Includes Fagor Duo Combi Pressure Cooker Set users manual recipe book and stainless steel steamer basket.

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Simply Calphalon Stainless Multipot Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought this set to replace another pot of similar size. I figured that this would be a great deal - it's got inserts and it's from Calphalon at a great price too. The tempered glass cover fits well and is helpful because you can see inside without removing the cover although it spits when the pot is at a full and rapid boil. It's a stainless steel piece so it's not dark when you look inside like many other Calphalon pieces. The aluminum bottom is not the same as on their commercial or professional lines. It's a heavy-duty aluminum bottom attached to a stainless steel pot. Even though the pot along with the bottom is thicker and heavier than most other lines that do the same, it did not heat up like other Calphalon pieces that I own. Still, I cooked a stew at a slow simmer for six hours and it didn't burn at the bottom. A good thing.
This is the first time that I have inserts like these and I don't think much of the big insert. To cook pasta or food, you need to add an additional 2 quarts of water (the amount needed to touch the bottom of the insert) making it more time consuming to use. I will cook my pasta without the insert and may use the insert as a colander/drainer. The small insert is useful because you can steam items while boiling pasta or other items
All in all, a good pot not a great one at a great price.

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Chefs Basics HW5287 Non Stick Pizza Grill Topper Review

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(More customer reviews)This pan is great... I haven't used it on the grill yet but it works well in the oven. Pizza slides right off the pan and the bottom comes out nice and crispy!!

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Chefs Basics Select Non Stick Pizza Grill Topper adds smokey grilled flavor to your favorite pizza pie. Making pizza on the barbecue has never been easier with this 13-inch grill topper pan. The heavy duty non stick surface keeps the pizza from sticking to the grill.

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T-Fal Initiatives 10-Piece Nonstick Inside and Out Review

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(More customer reviews)I got these as part of our wedding registry here on Amazon and with about 2 months of use I am very happy with this set. More so than any other set of pots/pans that I own.
Here are some pro's:
1 - The non-stick is truly non-stick and so easy to use. The fact that the outside is non-stick also makes cleaning up easy.
2 - The handle really does stay cool, even near the edge on gas burners
3 - The size of all 9 pieces are very convenient
4 - Easy to wash due to non-stick and dishwasher safe
5 - Thermospots assists in cooking evenly
6 - Oven safe
Great price and value.

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T-fal Initiatives Nonstick 10 piece cookware set includes an 8 inch saute pan, 9.5 inch saute pan, 11 inch saute pan, 1 quart saucepan with cover, 2 quart saucepan with cover, 5 quart dutch oven with cover and a vegetable steamer. Oven safe to 350 degrees. Dishwasher safe.

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