Black & Decker RC436 16-Cup Rice Cooker, White Review

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(More customer reviews)My Salton rice cooker finally gave out after 8 years of use, and I replaced it with the Black & Decker Rice Cooker Plus. The good points are it is quite easy to use and can cook rice quite well. The disappointment to me is the cleanup.
Having used the Salton, I am accustomed to the starchy steam these types of cookers produce but I find this cooker to be messier than my Salton was. It "spits" all over its top, handles and even the surrounding coutertop are and floor (I have to line with paper towels to catch some of the sputter). I've tried rinsing the rice first and the performance was the same.
It is a big plus that the rice container itself is nonstick, but the lid takes some scrubbing, not just a light wash. I suppose this is a good value for the price I paid (under $30), but I think I may be upgrading soon to avoid that sticky mess.

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Take the guesswork out of making perfect rice with this easy-to-use rice cooker. The handy appliance offers an 7-cup uncooked-rice capacity and can produce up to 16 cups of cooked rice at a time--great when gathering with friends or cooking for the whole family. Simply add dry rice, measure in the water, and turn the unit on. Once the rice has fully cooked, the appliance automatically switches over to keep-warm mode, which maintains an ideal serving temperature without over-cooking. In addition, the unit's see-through glass lid keeps in heat and moisture and makes it possible to check on food without releasing steam, while its dishwasher-safe nonstick cooking pan makes cleanup a snap. Other highlights include "cook" and "warm" indicator lights, steam vents and a condensation catcher, a stay-cool lid knob and side handles for comfortable transport, and a modern-looking design that will look nice on any kitchen counter. A rice scoop that stores on board and a measuring cup come included. The rice cooker measures approximately 10 by 10 by 8 inches and carries a one-year limited warranty.

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Aroma ARC-1130S Stainless-Steel 30-Cup Cool-Touch Commercial Rice Cooker Review

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(More customer reviews)This item was given as a gift to my church for use in family night suppers. Its size, apparent quality construction and price were the factors that influenced its purchase. There have been no issues so far.

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Designed for restaurants, catered affairs, and other commercial settings, this professional-quality rice cooker provides a 30-cup uncooked rice capacity with the ability to prepare up to 60 cups of light, fluffy, cooked rice at a time. Just add a measured amount of rice and water, close the lid, and press down on the lever--it takes care of the rest. When finished cooking the rice, the appliance automatically switches to keep-warm mode, which maintains an ideal serving temperature without over cooking. The unit's hinged, locking lid seals in moisture, helping to keep cooked rice warm and delicious for hours. Furthermore, the cooker's nonstick inner pot removes for quick cleanup, and its durable design allows for continuous use--batch after batch--and long-lasting, high-quality performance for years to come. A handy measuring cup and serving spatula are included. Attractively housed in stainless steel with a safe, cool-touch exterior, the commercial rice cooker measures approximately 18 by 15 by 18 inches and carries a one-year limited warranty.

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Tiger NFA-B450 4.5 Liter Thermal Magic Cooker Review

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(More customer reviews)works as advertised
recipes in booklet are wild--don't know i'll ever do the carp dish but you never know
works great for oat groats
only drawback is lid doesn't snap or lock shut like Thermos brand (which you can't buy in US anyway and it's $250 too)

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Features:4.5 liter capacity.Makes cooking easy and enjoyable.Boil ingredients in the inner pot over a flame.After boiling, place the entire inner pot into the outer pot.The outer pot's vacuum stainless steel construction maintains the high temperature of the inner pot for slow cooking, easily cooking foods that require low heat.

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Fox Run Microwave 3-In-1 Rice, Pasta and Popcorn Cooker Review

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(More customer reviews)I have only used mine to make popcorn. The only disappointment is that there were no instructions on making popcorn with it. There was plenty of info on rice and pasta, but none for popcorn.

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This versatile microwave set from Fox Run is great for preparing rice, pasta, and popcorn. The specially designed lid keeps steam circulating, while clamps on the base keep it tightly in place. Rice comes out fluffy and doesn't stick to the bottom of the cooker.All of the parts fit inside each other for compact storage.

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Fox Run Stainless Steel 3-Piece Asparagus Cooker Set Review

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(More customer reviews)This cooker is very light weight steel. It looks good and functions well, but will probably not be kitchen quality for very many years. After just a few uses, the steel is beginning to "pit" in the bottom. This leads me to believe that this pot was not made with high quality stainless steel.

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This highly functional cooker is great for making perfect asparagus. The stems cook at a higher heat than the tips, making for even cooking throughout. Also very handy for steaming and cooking other items like carrots or corn and even hard boiled eggs. Made of high-grade stainless steel this set includes the pot, lid and chrome basket.

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Hawkins Stainless Steel Pressure Cooker Review

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(More customer reviews)Indian cooking becomes ridiculously easy with a pressure cooker - especially if you are planning on cooking lentils or beans. Not only do you save time, you also retain nutrients which can otherwise be destroyed when exposed to high heat for long periods of time.
Safety is virtually guaranteed with Hawkins' foolproof design - if the lid is not closed properly, the cooker just won't attain full pressure and so won't become dangerous; if there is even a little pressure remaining, the lid just won't be forced open. And if - this happened to me once - you put in too little water by mistake and the cooker boils dry, you are still okay thanks to a safety valve ingeniously placed just under the bar on the lid - so that when it opens up, the heat gets deflected away from you.
I have only used aluminum cookers, but the stainless steel ones are great too - if a little more expensive. Worth it if you want to avoid stains that can sometimes be a problem with aluminum cookers. I have three cookers in 2, 3.5 and 4.5 litre sizes. 2L is ideal if you're living alone and the 3.5 is just right for a two person family. I use the 4.5 when I cook for guests. I will still buy the 5L because it really is the most convenient size for an average family.
My only grouse with buying these cookers online is that you don't get accessories or replacement parts as easily as you can in Indian stores. After I blew out the safety valve in my 2L, I'm waiting for my next trip to India to get the lid fixed. Also, the 5L (and above) sizes become much more useful when you can use them with accessories like inserts - for multilevel cooking inside the cooker (cook two dishes in one go) and steamers - (for rice cakes etc.)
Bottom line - if you are planning on cooking Indian dishes, invest in a pressure cooker. Its versatile enough to cook pulses, vegetables and meats and will last you a lifetime!

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This is a stainless steel 5.0 litre pressure cooker with a whistling pressure cooker

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Welco 4 Piece Pasta Pot - 5.5 Quart Review

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(More customer reviews)This was a gift so I'm not sure how much it's used but the receiever requested it.

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Wolfgang Puck WPDRCR10 10-Cup Rice Cooker and Steamer Review

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(More customer reviews)I have owned this cooker for just over one year. I rarely take time to write reviews because I usually have nothing significant to add. This time is different! I hope everyone reads what I have to say because their and their family's health depend upon it. What is also disturbing is that Wolfgang Puck's company could not care any less.
Upon receiving this rice cooker, I was shocked at the POOR QUALITY of the cooking pot itself, which is light-weight aluminum sprayed with a very thin, teflon-like coating to keep the rice from sticking. I usually only buy the very best cookware, and rarely buy any with a non-stick coating because it is well known that these coatings contain toxic substances that we can ingest as they break down. I bought this sight-unseen, though, because I was only going to be steaming food in it and I trusted this would be up to my high standards. After all, Wolfgang's "spiel" for this item includes these words: "... he brings that same (unparalleled) level of excellence to his own line of professional-quality cookware." If this is his idea of professional-quality cookware, I now think he must be an idiot - or a fraud. While I am not one who likes to complain, I called his company twice over the past year to discuss this problem. I got nowhere. They just do not care about design issues that can affect public health, so I decided to write about this problem instead.
As careful as I have been to use the special plastic spoon provided with the cooker to prevent scratching, the pot's toxic finish began to show marks of wear within two weeks of once-a-day use. A replacement pot that I recently began to use has shown the same undue wear. I see now it is a design problem. The cooking pot is one layer of thin aluminum with no extra layers at its bottom where it sits directly over a hot heating element. Although the element is covered, it obviously is not enough to protect the bottom of the pot from heating temperatures that cause the ultra-thin, non-stick coating to break down. It only breaks down at the bottom, not at the sides. Both cooking pots began to show wear and tear within just a couple of weeks of light daily use, and leaving food in it to keep it warm probably hastens the breakdown. The problem is not an aesthetic one. This breakdown of a toxic surface contaminates the food you eat and can lead to cancer and contribute to other health problems.
As I said above, I see no recourse but to throw the whole thing out. What good does it do to keep replacing a cooking pot that is simply not built to specs that can withstand sitting on top of its heating element? After going through two cooking pots in less than 6 months of usage, I believe it is fair to say that the coating on the pot is simply not heat-resistant enough to be safely used as instructed in this rice cooker. Shame on Wolfgang Puck for putting his name on it and misleading so many of us!

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Take the guesswork out of making restaurant-quality rice at home with this easy-to-use rice cooker and steamer. The handy appliance offers a generous 10-cup rice capacity--great when cooking for a large group. 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 without over-cooking. The cooker can also be used to prepare dishes such as pasta, risotto, jambalaya, and more. In addition, the unit's removable lid holds in heat and moisture, while its nonstick removable pot ensures effortless food release and easy cleanup. Other highlights include "cook" and "keep warm" indicator lights, a carrying handle, and a detachable cord. A measuring cup, serving spoon, and steaming basket come included. The rice cooker and steamer measures approximately 10 by 12 by 10 inches.

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Rival RC101 10-Cup Rice Cooker with Steaming Basket Review

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(More customer reviews)We've used several brands of rice cookers, all claiming to be good. One caught on fire after two months, another lasted only a year before it simply stopped working all together.
When we spotted the Rival cooker at a local store, we bought it based on the name. I've used Rival crockpots since my college days, and have never had a problem with them.
This cooker does the job, and does it well. We've had ours for just over two years, and the non-stick bowl has only now started to show wear. We mainly cook brown rice, with only the occasional white rice meal.
We like the larger capacity bowl. Though we could get along with a smaller bowl, this one allows us to add things in or various recipes, and the warming option keeps the meal nicely warmed.
We plan to replace our current rice cooker with the exact same model.
**My only issue with the 10-cup cooker has been the smaller bowl. If you're like me and sometimes add other ingredients that need to be stirred in, the smaller bowl makes that difficult. That was my own error in judgment.
A tip for those who have a problem with starch spewing onto counter tops; rinsing the rice helps alleviate this issue. Simply place the rice in a strainer and run cold water through it (or rinse it in the rice bowl). It's more of an issue with white rice than brown.


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10 cup (cooked) capacity with cook & keep warm settings

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Progressive International Stainless Steel 20 Quart High Dome Stock Pot Review

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(More customer reviews)These stock pots are a good size, but much too lightwgt for my purposes. for an extra ten dollars I purchased, from amazon by the way, a much heavier 18/8 pot with five-layer bottom. They are probably good for someone who is able to spend the time in the kitchen while cooking is in progress, and needs something budget-minded.Concord 18/10 Stainless Steel 20 Quart Stock Pot With Glass Lid

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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. High domed 20 quart 18/0 stainless steel polished stockpot features durable construction, vented lids that allow steam to escape and control temperatures, and hollow handles that are easy to grab.perfect for cooking seafood, vegetables, soups or stews.

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Back to Basics 400A 7-Quart Aluminum Home Steam Canner Review

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(More customer reviews)I have been canning for 20 years, I have had this canner system for 15 and I will not ever go back to boiling water bath canning ever again. This canner is not meant to replace a pressure canner for low acid foods. It is a shallow pan with a rack and a large lid. The shallow pan is filled with water and boiled, the rack fits over the boiling water and the jars are put on the rack (7 quarts at a time). When the water boils, it creates steam- steam is at least 212 degree water- steam can actually get hotter than boiling water. When the steam is at a certain level (in the instructions) you begin timing your jars. The reason that this is so easy is that it doesn't take 20 minutes after you put your jars into the rack just to come back to a boil, thus saving a lot of time. I highly recommend this product. I just made salsa and it took me 30 minutes for 14 jars- In a traditional pot it would have taken at least 2 hours. That is the difference!


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A smart alternative to the water-bath canning method, this generously sized canner harnesses the power of steam to quickly preserve freshly harvested fruits and vegetables, using less water and saving both time and energy. The 7-quart unit's shallow water pan features a removable rack, which holds up to seven pint- or quart-size jars--great for large batches of jam, canned beans, applesauce, and more. Equipped with air holes for proper ventilation, the canner's large dome fits easily over the jars, and it can be inverted for use as a 15-quart kettle when the canning season ends.
Made of durable rust-resistant aluminum, the canner provides a beautiful, gleaming addition to any kitchen collection, plus ensure years of long-lasting high-quality performance. Both the pan and dome sport cool-touch side handles for safe, secure handling and transport, and they clean up easily by hand with hot, soapy water. A user manual and recipes come included. Not recommended for use on a glass-top stove, the 7-quart steam canner measures approximately 13 by 13-1/5 by 9-1/2 inches and carries a one-year limited warranty.

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North American Outdoor BB12482G 35QT Saf-T-Cooker Review

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(More customer reviews)This turkey fryer was given to me as a gift on fathers day and I can honestly say, this is one of the best gifts ever. This fryer takes the anxiety out of frying turkeys or whatever else you choose to use it for. If you have kids, it's good to know that this thing won't tip over easily or be knocked off the stand! All around great fryer!

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35QT Saf-T-Cooker with automatic shutoff system with electronic timer for added safety and convenience with Timer and Ignition

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Fagor Duo Stainless-Steel 4-Quart Pressure Cooker Review

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(More customer reviews)I LOVE this cooker!!! It saves me time, work, money, nutrients, cooks 3-10 times faster. You can put food in even if not defrosted [although microwaves help that issue]. They make the best stews, soups, sweet and sour ribs, chili, puddings, cheese cakes etc. You can buy a really inexpensive cut of meat, put in your spices, some water and wine, and in less than 20 minutes it is fork tender. Whenever I have a recipe that calls for cooked chicken [like enchiladas], I buy the less expensive whole chicken, put it in the cooker and in 15-20 minutes it is falling-off-the-bone tender.
This one comes with a double locking system and two levels of pressure; one for veggies and grains; the other for more dense foods like dry beans, meats or squash. I would never be without one again. I'm going to order the companion 6 quart that Fagor makes for those larger meats and veggies!

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Easy, safe, healthy and time-saving, the pressure cooker is a busy cook's best friend. This cooker allows you to select from two pressure settings without changing valves and it has a visual indicator on the handle to tell you when all pressure has been released. You can cook everyday recipes in 1/3 less time while retaining important water soluble vitamins and minerals. Want some examples? Okay, how about a cup of dried black beans ready in about 15 minutes, or an entire 3 lb. chicken ready in about the same? Risotto, done in 7 minutes or a 2 lb. lobster, cooked in 3?

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Shabu Shabu Hot Pot, Electric Mongolian Hot Pot with Divider Review

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(More customer reviews)I ordered this hotpot last Dec. and it worked well for the initial six months. The problem came out in the seventh months. The high power button fails to work. Now I could only use low power and it takes a long time to cook the food. I'm not sure how long the warranty of the product is.

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SEE THROUGH HIGH TEMPERED GLASS COVER. LONG LASTING 18/10 STAINLESS STEEL, MIRROR POLISH. COOL TOUCH GRIP HANDLE FOR CONVENIENT AND SAFE USE.

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Emile Henry Flame Top 2.6 Quart Tagine, Black Review

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(More customer reviews)Tagine refers to both the type of cooking as well as the cookware itself in this case. You would have chicken and pine nut tagine, lamb and plum tagine, etc. The tagine cooker is a traditional African item, designed to tenderize the toughest cuts of meat while at the same time imbueing meats, vegetables, and fruit with added herbs and spices. You can put almost any type of food in it that would go into more-recognizable stews, soups, and roasts. Recipes can be found in books and are plentiful online.
The magic of the tagine cooker is the tall cover and the low heat required. The food slowly simmers, and the rising steam condenses on the high sloping slides, marinating, flavoring, and tenderizing the contents for perhaps 90 to 120 minuts, depending on the meat and heat source available. The lid has a distinct handle that dissipates heat, so that the lid can be removed without burning yourself.
The Emile Henry product is of the highest quality. The material is a high-heat ceramic; ours has a terrific matte black finish. It can handle a medium to large size chicken, or several pork chops, or perhaps a 2.5 lb roast, for example, with whatever vegetables available. In this case, the 2.6 quart size can make a nice dinner for 4-6 people, depending on side dishes (couscous, rice, risotto), although the makings really add up to a one-pot meal. Maybe some unusual bread, a little wine, or lemoned water or tea.
You can spice up the recipes as much as your tastes call for, and you'll have an excuse to shop for (or order online) some exotic flavorings, such as preserved lemons (Meyers), saffron, the newly-accessible sea salts, various paprikas, and other old-world cover-ups.
Heat source: In addition to the Le Creuset (about $140) and Emiril (about $100) brand tagines, which are smaller (1.5 to 1.75 quarts), the Emile Henry tagine differs from others in that only these three can be used on any heat source---gas, electric, cooktop, charcoal. Most tagines are very simple clay cookware, generally with some glazing, but tend to be brittle and somewhat delicate and prone to cracking; they cannot take a direct electric coil at all, or high heat from a flame which you might want to sear the meats. The Emile Henry can go from kitchen to table to freezer; it is an incredibly handsome serving piece and versatile cookware item, handling stews, soups, casseroles, even bread baking. Enjoy!

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Emile Henry Flame-Top ceramic cookware is light and versatile, an innovative breakthrough in ceramics technology.Our new line of Burgundy Clay Flame-Top ceramics products work directly on a gas flame or an electric or halogen hob without a diffuser, without any fear of cracking or breaking. Much lighter, (30% lighter), than many types of comparable metal cookware products, Flame-Top is microwave and dishwasher-safe, cleans up very easily, is extremely strong and durable, goes under the broiler, and can go directly from a freezer or a refrigerator to a hot oven to the table, where it will retain the cooking heat for a very long time.Unlike most metal cookware products, Flame-Top cookware can sit on a very hot open flame for an extended period of time without any ingredients in the cook pot, and they will not crack, discolor or break. Perfect for braising, browning and slow cooking due to the incredibly gentle heat distribution properties of Burgundy Clay, Flame-Top products cook evenly and thoroughly when used on top of the stove, in the oven or even in the microwave. Enhancing this gentle cooking action are raised dots on the underneath side of each lid that evenly distribute evaporated juices directly back into the cooking food. This self-basting technique produces a more thoroughly cooked, tender and moist dish than with traditional lids, which force liquids to run down the sides of the pot, and which contribute to even cooking. Emile Henry Flame-Top ceramic cookware is light and versatile, and better brings out the flavors of all cooked foods.

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George Foreman RC0010B Smart Kitchen 30-Cup Digital Multicooker with Sear Setting Review

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(More customer reviews)When it arrived I was excited.
One of the things in the manual was that fact that you could go to the Foreman web site and download a rice cooking guide and a steamer table.
Well, if you can find those on the Foreman site please tell ME.
I dropped the rating I might have given by two stars.
Why did Foreman not include the guides and tables with the product?
This will be sent back.
I will not advise anyone to buy it.

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Cook healthy one-pot meals, rice and so much more with the George Foreman Smart Kitchen Multicooker. The large-capacity pan fits up to 30-cup and features our George Tough nonstick coating for oil-free cooking and easy cleaning. The Intelli-probe digital controls let you set cooking for a specific type of rice or steam at the touch of a button, or use the variable temperature settings for stews, sauces and more. You'll also enjoy a special one-touch sear setting that lets you sear meats for stew directly in the pan. The removable stainless steel steaming basket plus a tempered glass lid with adjustable steam vent lets you easily steam vegetables and fish as you cook rice. All this, plus an elegant design that looks great on counter or simply remove the probe for easy serving without a need for extra dishes.

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Schlemmertopf Original Glazed Clay Cooker, Small Review

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(More customer reviews)Purchased this pot as a replacement for one I had for years. This one is much nicer quality, larger and cooks even nicer than my old one. Since I paid nearly half the price for it, I was worried that the quality would not be there but I was pleasantly surprised by the fine caliber of the merchandise.

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The Original Glazed Schlemmertopf is made in Germany and gives you multiple options for cooking.This unit can be used in either the oven or the Microwave, and gives you the ability to cook healthy.It comes with instructions for use, and a cook book.The top is unglazed allowing the moisture to cook into the food, and the bottom is glazed inside making it easy to clean and allows you to cook meats and side dishes together.This unit serves 2-4.

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