Black & Decker 3 Cups Uncooked Yields 6 Cups Cooked, Rice Cooker Review

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(More customer reviews)I am very impressed with this rice cooker. Many of the reviews for other brands were not very encouraging. I thought that Black and Decker has never let me down, so I gave it a shot. I measure exactly as directed on the instructions and the rice comes out perfect. I even substitute broth for the water and add my own blends of spices based on my cravings that particular evening. The cleanup is fantastic. I am going to buy one for my daughter and grandson this Christmas. We have used this cooker about 12 times now and the results are consistent. Please note the smaller size of this unit if you cook very large amounts of rice at one time.
** I have now owned this cooker for 7 months and am still amazed at how well it works. It remains so easy to clean up even after using it about 2-3 times per week. It has always produced perfect rice. And, that is even when I add lots of different items for a variety of rice dishes.

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With the press of a lever, this electric rice cooker makes up to 6 cups of cooked rice--perfect for individuals or small families. Simply add virtually any type of dry rice, measure in the water, and turn the unit on. The cooker's tempered glass lid with a steam vent keeps in heat and moisture and allows for checking on food at a glance, while its automatic keep-warm mode maintains an ideal serving temperature without over-cooking. Other highlights include a stay-cool lid handle and side handles, "cook" and "warm" indicator lights, and a nonstick inner cooking pot that removes for easy cleaning by hand or in the dishwasher. Accessories include a measuring cup, rice paddle, and instruction manual. The rice cooker measures approximately 8-2/3 by 8-2/3 by 7-2/5 inches.

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Zojirushi CV-DSC40 VE Hybrid Water Boiler and Warmer, Stainless Steel Review

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(More customer reviews)I am a recently disabled adult that cannot get enough of a good cup of tea. So seeing this I thought it would make a nice birthday present for me, and make life a little easier around the kitchen. It performs as it says it will.
It looks bulky but is surprisingly lightweight and easy to handle. The whole unit spins on a lazy-susan device making it east to direct the steam vent away from kitchen surfaces.
You will need a water pitcher of some kind to fill this easily. I have a medium sized one sand simply filly the pitcher twice to fill this device once. The handle on top, removable lid, and notched corner makes emptying and cleaning a breeze.
The temperature features are splendid and accurate, there are three:
205 for noodles/ramen etc, herbal infusions, pu-er, Assam and some other black teas..
195 For Darjeeling or delicate blacks like Illam valley are at this temperature as well, let the water sit a few minutes in the brew pot befor adding tea leaves, if you have a very delicate tea.
175 for green or white teas. A few of the more delicate whites fill the tea pot first, then add the leaves. By filling your teapot dry first, this allows the water to lose 5-10F by just warming the pot. Often enough to make a better flavored tea.
On a given day I can go from pu-er tsocha right from boiling, and set the temp to 195. Make a pot of bold assam in the afternoon when at a full boil, then set the temp to 175. Now, after dinner it is set for making jasmine tea for dessert. All with a minimal energy usage and cost.
I have found it a good idea to refill it only 1-2 times then empty the remains, give it a brush inside with a towel, and then let it completely dry. My scale buildup was reduced quite a bit this way.
For a fully able person this unit -is- a bit of a luxury. A simple electric teapot with temperature control would do you just fine for a fraction of the initial cost. This will make cost up over time by the thermos nature though, just a fyi.
Have a chain tea drinker in your life though or thoughts for limited commercial use (like a small teahouse), or like tea but have a very full life and time schedule? This would make a great gift for you or even a small splurge to treat yourself.UPDATE:
Almost two years later and it not only looks fine but functions just as well as the day I got it. I have to descale it about every 9 months or so. Other than that it is pretty maintenance free. Talk about longer term bang for your buck. If you drink tea or would use boiling water on a daily basis, this is a staple for your kitchen.
Some other uses I found. When making soup, rice, thinning a sauce, or deglazing a pan fill your measuring device from the Zojirushi set in slow pour. I now use water from the boiler and the hot water not only speeds up the process, but some flavors are left alone because the room temp water would have cooled the dish and altered the flavors.
I have also found the steel finish wipes very easily. A friend who bought the white version has some staining that stubbornly persists to this day. All in all if you get one you will not be disappointed.
(small edits made above with input from trial and error over the period I've owned this boiler.)

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With a large 4-liter capacity, this water boiler and warmer comes in handy when serving hot beverages at a party, meeting, or other large gathering. The unit's stainless-steel double insulation wall keeps water hot with minimum electricity, while it Cafe Drip dispensing mode allows for slower dispensing. Multiple temperature settings include 175, 195, and 208 degrees F, reboiling at 212 degrees F. The appliance features a micro-computerized temperature-control system, and its control panel displays the actual water temperature at all times. Other highlights include a convenient timer function that can be set from 6 to 10 hours, an easy-to-read water-level gauge, a 3-foot power cord, automatic safety shut-off, and an audible beep indicator to alert to the completion of the boiling process or a low water level. The unit's clear-coated stainless-steel exterior cleans easily and nicely accommodates any kitchen decor, domestic or commercial. The 840-watt water boiler and warmer measures 8-3/8 by 11 by 13-13/16 inches.

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Cuisinart Chef's Classic Stainless Steel 4-Piece 12-Quart Pasta/Steamer Set Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought this to replace an older smaller pasta cooker. I have about 20 pieces of the Cuisinart Multiclad Pro cookware but couldn't justify spending over $100 for a large stockpot. The only notable difference is that the Multiclad has the sandwiched aluminum all the way up the sides of the pot. Not really necessary I thought for something I would use mostly for boiling water. Besides, the heat source is only really from below and that extra multiclad surface only adds to the weight.
I love the shiney exterior and the large capacity compared to my previous pasta pot. The steamer insert is a nice little extra but I'm not sure I'd want to haul out this enormous pot just to steam a few veggies. The lid is more domed than Cuisinart's standard lids and has a more sculpted handle. Cleanup is easy but only if you have a very large sink. The handles on both the pot and insert are solid and appear to be very securely attached.
So what's not to like?
This pot was a lot bigger than I anticipated. So large in fact that it doesn't fit in my normal cookware drawer. I ended up having to divide the pot from the insert just so it would fit in the cabinets. And that domed lid just adds to the height. The insert didn't need to stick out of the pot as far as it does and the handles on the insert come out further than those on the pot itself. Where the pot will barely fit, the insert won't just because of the handles. The other problem with the height of this pot comes when you try to use it on your stove. I nearly have to stick my head under the fan hood to see inside it!
The inside of both the pasta insert and the steamer basket won't drain completely. There are no drain holes along the bottom outer edges so the water continues to drip after removing it from the pot whenever it's tilted. I'm also not sure why they made the outsides of the insert and steam basket so shiny but made the insides brushed. This is almost the opposite of their fry pans. A shiny smooth inside would have made cleanup easier without the use of Teflon.
It would have received 5 stars except for these minor issues.

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Cuisinart 77-412 Chef's Classic Stainless Steel 12 Qt. Pasta/Steamer Set (4-Pc.)

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Panasonic SR-G10G 450-Watt 5-1/2-Cup Rice Cooker and Steamer Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought this rice cooker 2 months ago.(after having a problem with my old nonstick rice cooker) The reason I chose this one because I don't like Taflon nonstick surface. It'd come off no matter how you took good care of it. So far, I'm very pleased with it.
I'm an Asain who eat rice everyday. I cooked as little as 2 cup or as much as 5 cup (full capacity). I never had any experience about rice stick in the bottom of the pot. However, you have to know the trick. Every time you cook rice, you have to let it stand in the pot for at least 10 to 15 minutes (after the cook button change to warm button) before taking rice out of the pot, as a result, rice will never stick. And for this price ($26.99), it's very worth my money for having perfect rice in every meal. Clean up is very easy, just soak the inner pot for several minutes before cleaning.

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Take the guesswork out of making perfect rice with this easy-to-use rice cooker and steamer. The handy appliance offers a 5-1/2-cup uncooked-rice capacity and can produce from 2 to 11 cups of cooked rice--great for individual meals or when cooking for the whole family. Simply add dry rice, measure in the water, and turn the unit on. Once the rice has cooked, the appliance automatically switches over to "keep warm" mode, which maintains an ideal serving temperature for up to four hours without over-cooking. In addition, the unit's see-through glass lid keeps in heat and moisture and makes it possible to check on the cooking progress without releasing steam, while its durable aluminum cooking pan helps ensure even heating and cleans up easily by hand with warm water and a soapy sponge. Other highlights include "cook" and "warm" indicator lights, automatic shut-off, and a stay-cool lid knob and side handles for comfortable transport. A measuring cup comes included. The 450-watt rice cooker and steamer measures 9 by 11 by 9 inches.

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PanSaver EZ Clean Multi Use Cooking Bags and Slow Cooker Liners Review

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(More customer reviews)I am trying to start eating healthier, and stop getting takeout and fast food so often. My slow cooker is a great tool for this, since I don't have to worry about cooking dinner when I get home from work. However, I've always disliked using my slow cooker because it was such a pain to wash.
I always meant to try the Reynolds brand of these liners, but they are SO expensive. When I saw this less expensive brand offered on Amazon, I knew I had to have some. I'm very pleased with the performance of the liners. You just have to be a bit careful not to pierce them with a fork, etc. It's wonderful to not have to wash the heavy crock liner...just a quick wash of the lid, and cleanup is done.
These are very generously sized. I have a very large 7 quart slow cooker, and they fit with plenty of room to spare. (The description says they are only good to 6.5 quarts.) You can also use them in a 9x13 pan as well, up to 400 degrees I think. They also come with plastic fasteners, and you can use them as a steaming bag in a 9x13 pan.

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Ovenable (400F/204C) PanSaver EZ Clean Multi-Use Cooking Bags /Slow Cooker Liners Are Used in Food Preparation, Cooking and Holding, to Prevent Food From "Baking-on" and "Burning-on" to the Pot, Pan or Slow cooker. PanSaver Pan Liners are Convenient, Time Saving Kitchen Aids Which Will Improve the Food You Serve As Well As Reduce Your Costs. 50 Liners and Ties Per Box

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Sunpentown NY-656 3-4/5-Liter Chinese Herbal Medicine Cooker with Stainless Heater Review

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(More customer reviews)This cooker is purchased for my wife to cook the traditional Chinese herbal medicine. This machine is well made, performed all tasks described well, and easy to clean.

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Chinese herbal medicine has been popular for many centuries Sunpentown Medicine Cooker brings you the benefits of herbal medicine, but takes the hassle out of the once time-consuming process. Simply place the ingredients, prepared by you herbalist, into the cooker and add the specified amount of water, plug in the unit and your medicine will automatically be reduced to one bowl, as prescribed! Automatically switches to Keep Warm

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Bayou Classic B159, Outdoor Fish Cooker with Cast Iron Fry Pot Review

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(More customer reviews)Great burner no more deep knee bends for me !!!!Love the cast iron pot. The only thing is you must season it. So just remember you need to do this before you use it.

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Bayou Classic's Outdoor Fish Cooker is the SPORTSMAN'S CHOICE!Each component is designed for Strength, Function and Safety.This 21" tall welded steel frame has complete windscreen protection.The 8.5-Qt. Cast Iron Fry Pot comes with a Dutch Oven Lid and Perforated Aluminum Basket.Included is a High Pressure Burner with a 29" LPG Rubber Hose and 10 PSI Regulator.Use for camping, rv's, tailgating, and backyard parties.And just because we call it a FISH COOKER ... don't be fooled!Fry chicken, hushpuppies and french fries.Cook jambalaya, gumbo and chili.

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