Factory-Reconditioned KitchenAid RRK90WW 300-Watt Ultra Power Stand Mixer, White on White
by KitchenAid
Average Customer Review:
Kitchen
list price: $269.99
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Editorial Review

KitchenAid's stand mixer is a substantial piece of equipment: 300 watts of mixing power make child's play of creaming butter, kneading dough, and whipping cream. The kid in you will appreciate how quick and easy it is to mix up a batch of cookie dough; the 4-1/2-quart bowl can hold up to 8 cups of flour, which translates into as many as 192 sweet treats. This model comes with three attachments: a flat beater for making batter, meat loaf, and all textures in between; a wire whip for egg whites, mayonnaise, and more air-infused creations; and a hook for mixing and kneading yeast doughs. All three are solid in construction and easily secured to the beater shaft with a simple twist; untwisting them is a bit trickier because the attachment stems are short and can be hard to grasp, especially if they get the least bit greasy. Standing 14 inches high, jutting out a foot, and weighing more than a grown woman's bowling ball, this stand mixer isn't the sort of appliance you'll wipe down and put away. Better to find a square foot of free counter space for easy access; besides, this machine is as pretty as it is rugged--you'll want to show it off. --Betsy Danheim

Editor's note: This is a reconditioned small appliance. Reconditioned generally means that the appliance has been returned to the manufacturer, who brings the appliance back tolike-new condition. Some appliances may contain cosmetic blemishes. Includes a six-month limited warranty. ... Read more

Features

• Reconditioned by the manufacturer to "like new" condition; includes 1-year warranty
• Powerful 300-watt mixer with 10 speeds; measures 13-8/9 by 8-2/3 by 14 inches
• Tilt-back head for easy access to mixture
• 4-1/2-quart bowl holds dough for 2 loaves of bread
• Includes flat beater, wire whip, and dough hook

Reviews (57)

Hey, the price was right.
I had been wanting (for no good reason) a KitchenAid stand mixer for years. The refurb price + sale price + free shipping + no sales tax saved me hundreds off a new machine. I just saw the exact mixer at a discount reatailer for over twice the amount I paid. It's worth noting that this is a comparatively low powered machine with a smallish bowl, so I'm not going to try and fool myself into thinking it can handle massive amounts of bread dough. It works fine (if not a little clunky) at making simple mixes.
I think it's imortant for me to point out that my refurb unit is by no means as "factory fresh" as a new unit. The paint has been retouched (not convincingly) and there was even a little leftover food stuck to the mixing blade. I knew it was not going to include the splash guard, but I figured it wasn't a big deal. Wrong. Flour and sugar flies out the sides of the bowl, and there is absolutely no physical way to pour indredients into the bowl without removing it completely. I was able to find a replacement splash guard at a big box retailer, but it added an extra 20% to the final price of the mixer.
Overall, I'm pleased with the product, but if I were to do it over again, I'd probably pony up the extra cash and get the right wattage and exact color I wanted (with the splash guard) by purchasing a new unit.

DOA
I ordered one for my mother's b-day, it arrived defective; the motor sounded as though a brush was loose. Be careful w/ the refurbs. Never had a problem w/ Amazon refurbs before, but I'll be cautious hereon out. Fortunately, Mom is both frugal and forgiving, and we're getting her a new one.

Totally Awesome
At first I was a little hesitant to purchase a reconditioned item. But I have purchased other products from Amazon.com and the quality has been incredible. My mixer is wonderful. I would not part with it and no one would ever guess it was reconditioned. It is in excellent near mint condition. I highly recommend this product. ... Read more

Asin: B00005B5ZY
Subjects:  1. Small Appliances    2. Electrics    3. Stand Mixers    4. (Standmixers)    5. (Kitchen Aid)   

Sabatier Precision 15-Piece Knife Set with Block
by Sabatier
Average Customer Review:
Kitchen
list price: $80.00
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Editorial Review

You won't be missing a single cutting tool with this 15-piece cutlery block set from Sabatier. It contains a 3-1/2-inch paring knife, an 8-inch chef knife, an 8-inch slicer, an 8-inch bread knife, a 6-inch boning knife, a 6-inch utility knife, six 5-inch steak knives, a pair of kitchen shears, a sharpening steel, and a 14-slot block to keep them in. The knives are made from high-carbon stainless steel, which is the industry standard, and have full tangs, meaning that the steel goes all the way through the handle. These knives feel a little lighter than professional quality sets, and won't hold the same razor-sharp edge, but for those looking for a complete starter set these will work just fine. The shears are a nice bonus when cutting through bones or joints, and they'll cut through bags and boxes and do a fine job of snipping herbs into a sauce. The sharpening steel helps to keep the blade true, and the block keeps tools handy and protected. --Maria Dolan

What's in the Box
3-1/2-inch paring knife, 8-inch chef's knife, 8-inch slicing knife, 8-inch bread knife, 6-inch boning knife, 6-inch utility knife, six 5-inch steak knives, kitchen shears, sharpening steel, 14-slot wood knife block ... Read more

Features

• Handle triple riveted to blade
• Set includes 3-1/2-inch paring knife, 8-inch chef knife, 8-inch slicer, 8-inch bread knife, 6-inch boning knife, and 6-inch utility knife
• Also includes six 5-inch steak knives, kitchen shears, sharpening steel, and 14-slot block
• High-carbon stainless steel blades
• Full-tang construction

Reviews (50)

Average Set
This set is an average lifespan set, I have had it for two years now and it has started to show quite a bit of wear and beginning to show signs of rusting in small spots.

Great Value!
This knife set was the first thing I bought for my kitchen and I am really impressed with it. I bought it especially because it has almost all the types of knives you will ever get to use. Might not be meant for a professional chef but for a starter, this set is great. I am sure that with the proper care the knives will last a very long time. The block is also very nice and of a good quality. One of my friends and my sister have also bought these and they are also very impressed with their performance.
Agreed the handles are not very bright but they dont look cheap. Yes, they are made in China, but then look at it this way, the more affordable lines in Henkles and Wusthof have just around 6-7 knives in the block sets which cost much more and also happen to be made in China. Instead, you can get 13 really good knives of the similar quality for a much lesser price. You do the math.
Overall this is an excellent set of knives at a great price.

best set of knives ever bought
The price that they were sold , i was a bit sceptic, but gave it a try annyway, and frankly, never bought a better set of knives.
And i speak from experience, used to work as a butcher for many years. ... Read more

Asin: B00004SCRE
Subjects:  1. Knives    2. (Knife)    3. Knife Sets    4. Knife Blocks    5. Chef Sets    6. Kitchen Knives    7. Cutlery   

Matfer Exopat Nonstick Baking/Roasting Sheet
by Matfer
Average Customer Review:
Kitchen
list price: $21.00 -- our price: $9.99
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Editorial Review

Made of slippery silicone, the Exopat baking mat preventscookies and pastries from sticking, eliminating the need for parchmentpaper, nonstick cooking surfaces, and the greasing of baking sheets. Itmeasures 16-1/2 by 11-5/8 inches, wipes clean with a sponge, is heat- safe to 580 degrees F, can be used 2,000 times or more, and is anessential tool for an avid baker. --Fred Brack ... Read more

Features

• Measures 16-1/2 inches by 11-5/8 inches
• Prevents cookies from sticking while baking; can also be used in roasters
• Eliminates need for parchment paper or nonstick cooking surfaces
• Made of slippery silicone; wipes clean with sponge
• Heat-safe to 580 degree F; can be used 2,000 times or more

Reviews (160)

Not as good as Silpat
These mats are nice, but they don't work as well as Silpat.They are just as non-stick, but they will stain more than Silpat do --- mine has brown stains where cookies once burnt, whereas my Silpat doesn't.And Silpat isn't even that much more expensive if you use froogle or look at their website for wholesalers.

Just wish there were more sizes!
This is a great tool - really reduces cleaning time and the agony of cookies or other items that could stick to the pan.I've have no problems using it.

Wow, where did I go wrong???
I used the Matfer sheet for a pizza crust but didn't have it more than 5 minutes in the approx. 400 degree oven before a horrible smell filled the apartment and the smoke alarms began shrieking.This was a brand new sheet, so there was no residual grease on this matt, as one suggested to another experiencing this problem.

A few others with the problem also seem to be in an apartment, so perhaps the smell is better tolerated or not as noticeable in a larger house?Or did a bunch of us get defective sheets?Until I'd find out, I couldn't recommend this product. ... Read more

Asin: B00005AXJ9
Subjects:  1. Cookie Sheets    2. Baking Sheet Liners    3. Baking    4. Roasting    5. Baking Utensils    6. Pastry Utensils    7. Tools   

Calphalon Commercial Hard-Anodized 6-1/2-Quart Saucepot with Pasta Insert
by Calphalon
Average Customer Review:
Kitchen
list price: $221.00
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Editorial Review

If you've ever suffered a steam burn draining your spaghetti through a colander, you'll appreciate this three-piece pasta set. A 6-quart insert sits inside the saucepan, so when your pasta is appropriately al dente, just lift the insert for instant drainage. The 6-1/2-quart saucepan has a pure aluminum core for fast heat conductivity so the water will boil faster. Because aluminum can dent, warp, or discolor easily, a hard-anodized coating protects the saucepan and increases its durability. The lid is also hard anodized, which means the oxide film of aluminum has been thickened to protect the pan. The insert is stainless steel, so it won't react to food and will retain its shape through a lifetime of use. The set includes a collector's edition recipe card to get you started on your pasta-cooking adventures. While most metal utensils are safe with anodized surfaces, avoid sharp tools, such as knives. For optimum longevity, this set should be hand washed. --Laura Cuthbert ... Read more

Features

• Lifetime warranty
• Set contains 6-1/2-quart saucepan, 6-quart insert, and lid
• Set cooks and drains pasta, corn, or shellfish easily
• Aluminum core for excellent heat conductivity
• Pot and lid are hard anodized for durability

Reviews (17)

Perfect for corn or pasta
I love this for boiling corn or pasta.It doesn't have the nonstick surface like the 2 1/2 quart saucepan, but I bought this for easy draining and it gets the job done well.

Heavily used in our household !
I bought this set over a year ago.Although it is on the smaller side, I have to say it is probably the second most used pot in our household (the first being the 2 1/2 qt shallow commercial anodized sauce pan!).It works well for meals for my family of four.I routinely boil 1 pound of pasta or approx. 5 lbs of cubed potatoes for mashed potatoes.I have made soup, chili and spaghetti sauce in the pot as well.It's the right size for enough of these dishes for my family, plus some leftovers to freeze for another full meal.I don't find it as "narrow" or difficult to use as my 8 qt stock pot - the height seems perfect for the width of this pot.

Nice, but small
This is a nice pot and fits the burners on my stove without hanging over.

There are two disadvantages:

1.The 6 1/2 qt. size is barely sufficient for 16 oz of macaroni.An 8 qt. pot with insert would've been better.I know Calphalon has an 8 qt. stock pot and an 8 qt. insert, but they don't appear to offer these packaged together, making a set prohibitively expensive.

2.Contrary to what Top 100 Reviewer Michela says above, the stainless steel insert does get hot, and you can burn your hands on the insert handles if you're not using towels or mitts.

Water, aluminum, and stainless steel are fairly good conductors of heat, so all of the elements of this set get hot (which is what you want) EXCEPT for the silverstone handles on the stock pot.

I have mixed feelings about using an insert.You usually have to dispose of the macaroni cooking water anyway, so dumping the entire contents of the pot into a colander makes sense, rendering unnecessary the insert.

Also, if you sauce your macaroni in the pot in the traditional Italian fashion, you're not going to want the water in there, again eliminating the need for an insert.

Alton Brown makes a good point in his new book about getting the biggest pot for making macaroni that you can fit in a cabinet.He suggests going with a cheap aluminum job from a restaurant supply store, because you want it to be as light as possible when filled with water and macaroni.

As other reviewers have noted, 6.5 quarts is sufficient for 16 oz of macaroni or less.If you routinely need to cook more than a pound, you're going to need a much bigger pot.

I have a monster 16 qt. Farberware stainless steel stock pot for times like this.It may not be quite as light as Alton Brown's suggested non-anodized aluminum restaurant supply store model, but it will hold up better over the long term and probably didn't cost too much more. ... Read more

Asin: B00005AWC9
Subjects:  1. Pasta Pentolas    2. (Multi-Pots)    3. (Calphlon)    4. (Calaphon)    5. Calphalon    6. Commercial    7. Hard Anodized    8. Saucepot    9. 6-1/2-Quart    10. Cookware    11. Saucepans    12. (Sauce Pans)    13. (Cook Ware)    14. Multipots   

Calphalon Commercial Hard Anodized Collector's Edition 16-1/2-Inch Roasting Pan with Nonstick Rack
by Calphalon
Average Customer Review:
Kitchen
list price: $118.00
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Editorial Review

Large enough to hold a massive turkey, two chickens, or a family-size primerib, this 16-1/2-inch roasting pan withstands oven heat to 700 degrees F and is safe formetal utensils. It comes with a nonstick rack that lifts food off the pan's bottom foruniform, all-around roasting while preventing a turkey's back from boiling in pan juices.Because it's nonstick, the rack won't pull off pieces of the bird's browned skin. Made ofanodized aluminum, the pan is harder than steel and conducts heat evenly whether it'sbaking lasagna or caramelizing a roast's pan juices. The pan's riveted, cast-stainless-steelhandles stand straight up for easy handling and are large enough to accommodate ovenmitts. The rack has its own set of large handles. Both pan and rack carry a lifetimewarranty against defects. --Fred Brack ... Read more

Features

• Lifetime warranty/Made in USA
• 98.7% pure hard anodized aluminum is highly conductive
• Hard anodized surface helps to achieve optimal carmelizing for great gravy
• Safe with metal utensils; safe in oven to 700 degrees F
• Nonstick rack is easy to use and clean

Reviews (4)

A life-saver at Thanksgiving and Christmas
The Calphalon 16 1/2 inch roasting pan is wonderful to use!This is the first of several Calphalon items I have used, and I'm now in the process of upgrading all my cookware to Calphalon.
At first I was afraid to use a surface that was not non-stick- for many years my specialty was macaroni and cheese (usually overcooked).But recently the cooking bug has hit me, so I purchased this roasting rack at the recommendation of my dad, who has a set of the professional hard-anodized.
All I can say is, I'm a convert!The price tag may be a little high, but given how much I would have spent over the years, continually buying the 5-dollar foil roasters, this will pay for itself in a few years, yet last a lifetime.
One of the best features of this roaster is the non-stick rack.I didn't want to use the non-stick roaster due to how high-maintenance non-stick is... rather heat-sensitive, the need to use care with which cleaners and utensils you use, etc.; but I also didn't relish the idea of scrubbing a regular rack.This was a breeze to clean, and the turkey came out beautifully.The large size of the pan made it easier to reach the juices, so basting was much easier.
If you really prefer non-stick products, try the non-stick Calphalon roaster.But for me, this was a great purchase.I highly suggest you buy this roaster.You won't regret it!

What Is Gravy, That Thou Art Mindful of It?
I have a heavy clad stainless steel roasting pan that costs 5 times as much as this. That little expenditure was most definately a mistake. There's something about this heavy aluminum that makes a great gravy. And clean up is just as easy as with 18/10 stainless.

May I suggest putting one carrot, one onion, and one stalk of celery in the bottom of the pan before you put your roast in the oven? I call this The Trinity, and it lends an incredible flavor to any drippings with an ambition to become gravy that they'll remember.

Can't go wrong here
Calphalon is the best all around cookware, in my opinion, especially for the money. This is the last roaster you will ever buy. The big handle make it easy to maneuver, and the non-stick rack is great. The included rack holds most anything you'll put on it. If you want a non-stick surface, that is only $... more. ... Read more

Asin: B00005EBF3
Subjects:  1. Cookware    2. (Cook Ware)    3. Roasting Pans    4. Roasters    5. Roasts    6. (Calphlon)    7. (Calaphon)   

Calphalon Commercial Hard Anodized Collector's Edition 11-Inch Square Grill Pan with 4 Skewers
by Calphalon
Average Customer Review:
Kitchen
list price: $95.00
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Features

• 11-inch-square pan sears appetizing grill marks into food as it cooks
• Four metal skewers included for cooking kabobs
• Hard-anodized aluminum for stick-resistance, hardness, durability
• Riveted, cast-stainless-steel handle oven-safe and stays cool on stovetop
• Lifetime warranty against defects

Reviews (25)

treat it like cast iron
After weeks of fussing and scrubbing I finally tried to season this pan like cast iron. Since then I have had no problems. It looks ugly but after proper seasoning and NEVER using soap or a scrubbie the pan works fine. Just oil and store after rinsing with hot water. I agree this is DEFINEATELY NOT up to Caphalon standards.

Good enough for what it does
I have been able to get some good results cooking with this pan but you have to get to 'learn it' a bit. Whats works best for me is to treat it as if it was a cast iron pan. As I have been seasoning it in, my cooking results have gotten better. Plus you really have to watch the heat (and definitely really preheat it has to be hot before the food goes in), high medium seems to work best for me. (as an aside, it does smoke I have activated the smoke detector one or twice!) Cleaning has not been that much of a problem - just warm water let it sit for a few minutes to loosen then rub it out with a cloth - no scrubby and definitely no detergent. Once clean thoroughly dry and then a little dab with a slightly oiled cloth - again just like a cast iron skillet. Appearance wise it looks ok, after all it is a working skillet. Bottom line it does cook a nice looking steak but it does take a little bit more 'work' than a normal skillet. Just give it and yourself a little time, you will get results

Great for winter months
This grill pan is great for those cold, snowy winter months when you don't want to use the outdoor grill.The food taste as though it was cooked on an outdoor grill.I love it!The only negative comment is that it's too small to cook for more than 2 people. Make sure you check for prices. This item was overpriced on the internet.I got it here at Amazon, in the Gold Box, for a fantasic price. ... Read more

Asin: B00005ICEM
Sales Rank: 6764
Subjects:  1. Cookware    2. (Cook Ware)    3. Grill Pans    4. Stovetop Grilling    5. (Calphlon)    6. (Calaphon)   

KitchenAid KFP600 11-Cup Ultra Power Food Processor, Almond Cream
by KitchenAid
Average Customer Review:
Kitchen
list price: $249.99 -- our price: $199.99
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Editorial Review

If you're looking for a premium food processor, this KitchenAid model is definitely worth investigating. A well-designed powerhouse designed to become any cook's chief assistant, it measures 14 inches tall and 7-1/2 inches wide, with a clear plastic 11-cup work bowl and a bonus mini bowl, two premium-quality blades, and three discs: a reversible thin slicer/shredder, a medium slicer, and a medium shredder. It also comes with a spatula/cleaning tool and a useful plastic storage case for the blades and discs. Thoughtful features include a quick-lock lid and an easy-to-use feed tube, plus lots of easy-cleaning aspects, such as a sealed housing, a smooth control panel, and a work bowl that completely disassembles. All parts except the base are dishwasher-safe.

The pulse feature comes in handy when chopping, slicing, dicing, shredding, or liquefying ingredients, and you'll also use the food processor to mix dough for bread and batter for cookies or muffins. The well-written instruction book gives thorough instructions, lots of tips, and 75 recipes that use all the processor's power to help create tasty treats. --Marcie Bovetz ... Read more

Features

• Measures 14.8 inches high by 8.7 inches wide by 10-1/2 inches deep
• Rated number one in its class by a leading consumer magazine
• 600 watts of smooth power
• Dough blade, slicing/shredding discs, and recipes included
• Includes mini bowl with its own blade for small jobs

Reviews (85)

Still Outstanding After 9 Years.
I purchased my KitchenAid KFP600 food processor 9 years ago, and I was recently surprised to find that KitchenAid still produces exactly the same model. I shouldn't have been surprised. This is an exceptional food processor. Mine is in great shape after nearly a decade of moderate use (a few times a week), and I see no reason why it shouldn't last a decade more.

The 11-cup work bowl is ideal when cooking for 2-6 people. The spring that holds the work bowl in place and the cover on works as well today as it did when the processor was new. Although KitchenAid says that you can put the work bowl and cover in the dishwasher, I don't recommend it. The hot water causes the plastic to expand, which can make it difficult to lock the lid onto the bowl. Not so difficult that it can't be done, but the lid squeaks quite a bit after it's gone through the dishwasher. I bought the KFP600 shortly after it debuted, and no one had seen a mini bowl before. It looked useful. I thought I'd use the mini bowl to chop small quantities of food, saving myself from having to wash the big work bowl every time. Now I wouldn't buy a food processor without a mini bowl. I use the mini bowl to chop onions and garlic. It's invaluable. Think you can't chop garlic in a food processor? You can in the mini bowl. I prefer the mini bowl for onions, as well, because there is no risk that half the onion will be mush before the other half is chopped. And the mini bowl and mini blade are easy to clean. You can put them in the dishwasher without any ill effect.

The power base of the KFP600 is fairly heavy and stays put when you run the processor. The motor on mine is as good as new. The "clean touch" off/on/pulse buttons don't protrude from the control pad, so they're easy to wipe off. The machine is generally easy to clean. There is a place to coil the cord underneath the power base. It's difficult to get the cord to coil properly, though, and would be frustrating if you had to do it often. I wrap the cord around the base, where it is out of the way and readily accessible.

In addition to the 11-cup work bowl and multipurpose blade, the mini bowl and mini blade, the cover and the feed tube pusher, the KFP600 comes with a few accessories: There is a dough blade, which I confess to never having used in 9 years. I use the regular blade to make dough, and it has done an excellent job. Also included are 3 slicing/shredding discs which are mounted in the processor with a disc stem. There is a medium slicing disc, a medium shredding disc (both 4 mm), and a reversible thin slicing/shredding disc. There is also an oddly shaped, useless spatula. The accessories are contained in a large plastic storage box, 7"h x 7 1/2"w x 10 1/2"d, that is clear on the top and sides. There is space to store the optional egg whip and the multipurpose blade, as well, but the box is unnecessarily large. The instruction book for the KitchenAid KFP600, which has English and Spanish sections, is conveniently spiral-bound, so it will lie flat. The instructions are straightforward and well-illustrated, and followed by 32 recipes.

I have chopped, sliced, shredded, grated, pureéd, liquified, and made pie dough with this food processor for 9 years. I can honestly say that it has never performed less than perfectly. And it's still going strong.

This Food Processor is Second to None!!!
My Mother got me this food processor last year for my birthday and the machine has had barely any rest since.I have shredded, chopped, ground, diced, sliced and mixed just about anything you can imagine.From nuts to pesto, to onions and cake, breadcrumbs and hash browns.Everything comes out perfectly.And the attachments are great.With the large shredder disk I have shredded zucchini for lasagna, with the slicing disk I make perfect onion slices.And the small bowl is fantastic.When I need onion and garlic, I first make the garlic in the small bowl, then the onions in the large - that way I can prep everything without having to wash the bowl in between.

One thing, though:I wish the attachment case were smaller or a little more practical.It takes up so much room on my few square feet of counter space that I usually end up putting things on top of it, which of course makes it difficult to get to the accessories.But I can live with that.

I love how the items clean up - nothing gets stuck, no stains remain and - most importantly - no smells linger.

If I had to do it all over - I WOULD GET THIS MACHINE AGAIN IN A HEARTBEAT - I LOVE IT!!!

The best, simply the best Food processor you can buy
There is NOTHING about this food processor I do not like:
It is simple to set up, it works like a champion, it does every task asked of it with out a struggle and it cleans up easily.I have had two other food processors and this one is better by far in every way.The disks are sharper out of the box and hold the edge better; they are well designed for their given task and perform the tasks flawlessly.KitchenAid has a world of option available as well.Buy it YOU WILL LIKE IT
... Read more

Asin: B00004SGE4
Subjects:  1. Small Appliances    2. Electrics    3. Full-Size Food Processors    4. (Foodprocessors)    5. (Kitchen Aid)   

Microplane Grater/Zester
by Microplane
Average Customer Review:
Kitchen
list price: $11.95
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Editorial Review

For fluffy, evenly sized cheese shreds, this is the perfect grater. Its design is based on that of a rasp, the small and efficient woodworking tool. The cutters are especially sharp, which guarantees easy grating. But this also means you'll need to exercise extra caution--no one likes grated knuckles. The large handle allows for a firm grip, and the completely flat grating surface makes it easy to move the cheese across the blades. Carrots, onions, and medium to firm cheeses all worked beautifully with this grater. It's also an excellent choice for larger strips of citrus zest or ginger. --Jill Lightner ... Read more

Features

• Hand wash and dry thoroughly
• Designed to extract the best flavor from your food
• High-quality stainless steel with grating edges that stay razor sharp
• Excellent for hard cheeses,onions, citrus fruits, ginger and more
• Blade measures 8-1/2 inches long; ergonomic black plastic handle

Reviews (179)

High shipping charges
The zester is fine but a $10.24 shipping charge on a $15.99 item is ridiculous.The only reason I bought this item was that I had a gift certificate that had to be used.Such shipping charges are outrageous!!

What did I do with out this grater
I use this for everything.If a recipe calls for minced garlic or ginger, I grate it.I have even sprayed it with pam and shaved crayons with it for a school project.I will never be without this again EVER

No kitchen should be without one
I love, love, love this little gem of a tool. I have had mine for over 5 years and have had no problem with it getting dull even though I use it almost daily. (Perhaps this is because, like any good cutting implement, I never wash it in the dishwasher.)

In addition to using it for hard cheeses, and zesting lemons and limes one of our favorite uses for the microplane is grating nutmeg. It does a top notch job with nutmeg! I consider the Microplane one of my three favorite kitchen gadgets and have made it my mission to make sure other members of my family and close friends have one in their kitchens.

Recently, I found that you can purchase an accessory item, a housing that holds the item being grated that you can slide up and down the blade. I think this would be useful for those who are nervous around sharp objects. I personally find these devices cumbersome and would rather wear one of those kevlar gloves for protection while grating if I were concerned about injury.

Let's face it, in general, grating on any grater is a perilous procedure. I can't count the number of times I have grated myself while using a standard box grater or other handheld grater. Having said this, it is my opinion that the Microplane is as safe to use as any other grater, definitely not inherently more hazardous and in my experience less hazardous.

To sum up, any aspiring gourmet and anyone who appreciates a quality tool that can make tedious chores easier should get the Microplane. ... Read more

Asin: B00004S7V8
Subjects:  1. Cheese Graters   

Taylor Digital Instant-Read Pocket Thermometer
by Taylor
Average Customer Review:
Kitchen
list price: $14.99 -- our price: $8.99
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Editorial Review

For professional accuracy, nothing beats this digital thermometer for instantly ascertaining the temperature of foods, whether they're frozen, on the buffet line, or being cooked. Its 1/3-inch LCD face, protected by a rugged polycarbonate cover, displays temperatures from minus 58degrees to 302 degrees F, and updates every second. An on/off switch prolongs the life of the 1.5-volt watch battery that powers the thermometer. (Two batteries are included.) The thermometer comes with a pocket case and has a 4-5/8-inch stainless-steel stem tipped with a temperature sensor, so the thermometer reads temperatures near a food's surface or deep inside. --Fred Brack ... Read more

Features

• Professional quality and accuracy
• 1/3-inch LCD face instantly displays temperatures from minus 58 degrees to 302 degrees F
• On/off switch prolongs battery life
• Pocket case, 1.5-volt watch battery, and extra battery included
• 4-5/8-inch stainless-steel stem

Reviews (29)

love it, love it, love it
I use this product all of the time. Meat, bread, you name it.

Adequate, not great
As others have said, this really can't be described as an "instant read" thermometer. Before I bought it, I was thinking that it would take a moment to calculate, then display the temperature right away. What it actually does is slowly climb. It does jump in the beginning, like from 0 to 100, but as it gets closer to the right temp, it definitely slows down. I don't know why that happens, but you can literally watch it tick up from 137.1 to 137.2, and so on and so forth. Usually by that point I just yank it out and say it's close enough, which is hardly instant. :)

That said, I don't think it takes two minutes to read, as another reviewer opined, though as I said it takes longer the higher it climbs, so maybe if you're cooking really hot stuff it might. For most of the normal temps I'd estimate it at about 30 seconds. It just feels longer because you have to stand and stare at it. :) Not a great product, but if you don't mind a little waiting, it's quite cheap, and it will get the job done eventually.

By the way, I agree the on/off switch is quite small, but I don't have a problem with it. If you have nails you might, though. Happy cooking!

Great for grilling
When you grill you get the internal temperatures of the food.It is a great safety feature when cooking and the food comes out perfect.We love it and use it all the time. ... Read more

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