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Showing posts with label baking. Show all posts

3/29/2012

Kaiser Bakeware Noblesse 7-Inch Non-stick Springform Pan Review

Kaiser Bakeware Noblesse 7-Inch Non-stick Springform Pan
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I love this pan. It never leaks. It makes a perfect size cake for 2-4 people.

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This Kaiser Bakeware Noblesse 7-inch Springform pan features a heavy gauge steel for even and gentle heat distribution, and consistent browning. The double layer non-stick coating eliminates the need for flouring the pan, and allows for quick release and easy cleanup. Lifetime warranty on the Springform buckle.

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3/25/2012

Reco Romertopf 6-1/2-Quart Clay Baker Review

Reco Romertopf 6-1/2-Quart Clay Baker
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this thing barely fits in my oven so it can make a big big stew. i have loved my 4 quart schlemmertopf clay pot but sometimes it's a little small for what i wnt to cook. when i saw the romertopf 6 1/2 quart i had to have it. try this: 2pound roast, 1-2 inches of water, salt, pepper, garlic, basil. cook in oven at 350 for 1 hour. add two large russet potatos cubed, 1 pound carrots, one large red onion, one large bunch of celery, all chopped, and one 16 oz. jar of a good marinara sauce (h.e.b.'s 2 dollar version is great). add water to about 1 inch from top of pot. cook for another 2 hours at 350. you don't even have to check it. this is stew like mom used to make!!!!

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The Romertopf 6-1/2 quart Clay Baker allows you to prepare quick healthy and high quality meals that cost less and taste better! It combinesmany currently popular elements in style, simplicity, taste and nutrition that it has started a nationwide trend. The Romertopf baker is made of a porous clay and is unglazed inside and out allowing it to "breathe" during the cooking process. Therefore, your meats and vegetables are moist, flavorful and cooked to perfection! Demand the best! Demand the Original! Romertopf.

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3/19/2012

Cajun Cookware Oval Crawfish Seasoned Cast Iron Pot W/ Lid 8 Qt. Review

Cajun Cookware Oval Crawfish Seasoned Cast Iron Pot W/ Lid 8 Qt.
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I bought this item for my father who is like me and loves cast iron cookware. He is basically a gourmet cook and has every gadget in his kitchen, you could think of. But, he doesnt have this! So, I thought great birthday gift for the man who has everything. He loves it! He said it is huge in size and can feed an army, but cooks well and can hold anything you plan on cooking from stews to fish to gumbo, etc. Goes from stovetop to oven, and back again. Cleans up great with some hot water and a stiff brush and a little seasoning to keep it rust free. I bought myself one and can hardly wait until it arrives!

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This cast iron fish fryer and casserole pot measures 16. 5 inches long x 8. 75 inch wide x 3. 75 inches deep on the inside. A fun raised crawfish motif is displayed on the lid. Althought there is a flat griddle on the underside of the lid, the crawfish does not allow it to lay flat on a stovetop. Preseasoned finsh. Pre-Seasoned to perfection and ready for use. Cast iron makes for superior heat retention and even heating of foods. Heavy-Duty and durable, designed to last for years. Hand wash with stiff brush and hot water. Cooking with cast iron provides nutritional iron intake

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3/01/2012

Tramontina Commercial StockPot 20-qt. Review

Tramontina Commercial StockPot 20-qt.
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This is a great pot designed for commercial use. It is fairly heavy, which is good for heat distribution. BUT... The problem I have with the pot is that when it is full with water, it is too heavy for me to lift to the sink to drain. This is where the inserts would come in very handy, but this particular pot in this size does not come with one (and neither does the 24-qt).
The price for this pot is very steep here. Sams club has this same exact pot for $49.97 and the bigger 24-qt pot for about $5 more (as of 9/3/08). Walmart and Target also sell them, so shop around.

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Stew up something the whole family can enjoy. This 20-quart covered stock pot can be used to make soups, sauces, pastas, and more. It's made with 18/10 stainless steel construction and an impact-bonded, three-layer encapsulated base that has an aluminum center to promote even heat transfers. Stainless steel lid.NSF certified.

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2/11/2012

Reco International Classic Romertopf 2-5 Pounds Clay Baker Review

Reco International Classic Romertopf 2-5 Pounds Clay Baker
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Clay bakers like this were used during the millenia, and still are great for today. Truly a time tested product! Why is called Romertopf? Because Romans used to cook in those. (Romertopf="Roman pot" in German).
I used Romertopfe for years, this one is small, good for two people.
You may consider various sizes for different purposes.
This baker, in case you are not familiar with, goes for 5-10 min in water, in order to soak it, and than to oven, but not preheated. The temperature needs to raise gradually. Food cooks in its own juices, if you choose so, but you can also cook stews, and deserts, or even bake cakes, of course.
The food cooked in Romertopf has amazing flavor, there is truly a difference in dishes cooked the contemporary way, and in this baker. I recommend this product highly. If you want the flavor of dishes of a bistro, this pot for sure will do.


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The Romertopf 3 to 5 pound clay baker is large enough to prepare 2 to 4 servings of meat or poultry. Clay pot cooking allows you to prepare quick, healthy, high quality meals that cost less and taste better.Food cooked in a clay pot requires no liquid unless specifically called for.The result:all natural juices, the full flavor and taste and all the essential nutrients and vitamins are retained.The taste is truly superb.You can cook all kinds of food without adding any fat, in line with the demands of modern dietetics.The Romertopf is made of a special porous clay and is unglazed inside and out allowing it to breathe during the cooking process.By soaking the pot in water before cooking, moisture is absorbed by the clay.The tiny water particles are released during cooking, penetrating and blending with the natural food juices, increasing flavor, tenderness and enhancing aroma.

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2/10/2012

GOURMET SERVE IT WARM CERAMIC SOUP CROCK Review

GOURMET SERVE IT WARM CERAMIC SOUP CROCK
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Well, after reading the reviews for these, and for similar items, I really did not want to order these online and have them delivered. I figured they'd arrive broken and I'd have to return them. After going to 5 places (Pottery Barn, Target, Crate and Barrel, Sur La Table and William Sonoma) without finding anything like what I wanted I bit the bullet and ordered these. Miracle of miracles, they arrived today in perfect shape! It's a miracle because, as the other reviewers said, the packing was seriously inadequate. The original box was just placed inside another box. The outer box wasn't even marked "Fragile". I guess the UPS folks were feeling very gentle this last week. Anyway, I think they're pretty cool and if you order them I hope they come to you intact!

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1/26/2012

20 QT STAINLESS STEEL STOCK POT W/ LID (COMMERCIAL GRADE NSF) Review

20 QT STAINLESS STEEL STOCK POT W/ LID (COMMERCIAL GRADE NSF)
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Gorgeous sturdy pot! Exactly what I was looking for and what I got. Nice and roomy for all my cooking stuffs and Lord knows I like that. Its also not heavy, but it's sturdy and not cheap! Lid fits nicely to form a clean seal. I have made many a nice meal in it, including Spicy Sicilian Chicken which requires a full 5lb chicken among many other things and that was no match for my lovely new pot!
Clean up is a so easy, no stains, the pot literally wipes right up! I use my pot on my Ceramic stove top and it really is perfect for it. It fits nicely on the burner. I love that it is stainless steel so as not to mess up my foods tastes or leach any harmful chemicals into my foods!
I feel this is the best bargain for a pot in this category! Its an awesome pot that anyone would be proud to own. Use, then store or display, it looks nice on my ceramic stove top and functions perfectly. Couldn't ask for better.
Do be aware of your dimensions regarding clearance from your stove top to whatever maybe above your stove, your microwave, range hood or kitchen cabinets. We have a microwave above our kitchen stove top and although the clearance is plenty fine, when removing the lid I still banged into the microwave's base of the door a couple times.

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1/21/2012

Schlemmertopf Classic Glazed Clay Cooker, Small Review

Schlemmertopf Classic Glazed Clay Cooker, Small
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The Schlemmertopf itself is great. The size we ordered is a small, good for cooking portions for two people, especially if you're on a health-conscious diet; otherwise you might want to order the medium one.
Cooking with this is a breeze, and it's very healthy - no need to use oil or cooking spray to get juicy meats. Just soak the lid in water for 10 minutes, place your meats/veggies inside, season to your liking, and let cook... done!
Our only complaint is that when this item arrived from Amazon, a corner piece of the lid was broken off (About a 2 inch piece I would say). It's not a deal breaker, though... we were tempted to send it back for a replacement, but decided it's not worth the time and effort. The Schlemmertopf still works just fine with the missing corner, no difference whatsoever.
The Schlemmertopf was recommended by my wife's mom, who lives in Europe and has been cooking with it for quite some time.
All in all, an A+++ product.

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The classic Glazed Schlemmertopf is made in Germany.It provides you with options in cooking as it can be used in either the oven of the microwave.It provides healthy cooking options for you, and comes with an instruction book and cook book.The top is unglazed and allows the moisure to cook into the food.The bottom is glazedinside making it easy to clean and allows you to cook meats and side dishes together. This unit serves 2-4 people.

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1/03/2012

Sassafras La Cloche Brick Oven Review

Sassafras La Cloche Brick Oven
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I had wanted one of these baking dishes ever since I read about them in Carol Field's book THE ITALIAN BAKER. My wife and I received one as a wedding present and I have now baked bread in it multiple times. It does indeed make a difference in the texture of the crust. After years of experimenting I had never been able to achieve that especially crisp crust that you get from a bakery, until now. Another plus is that the dough's final rise inside the covered dish obviates the need for plastic wrap. I lately have purchased the rectangular "baguette" version of La Cloche at an outlet store, and have found it to be a more practical shape for day to day baking. The original bell-shaped La Cloche is great, however, for making large, round hearth loaves or a cluster or dinner rolls.

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Our Superstone La Cloche Bread Bakerutilizes the steam generated by the moist dough within the bell, resulting in a delicious bread with a crackly , golden crust and light crumb. Roasts, chickens and fish bake as the flavors of the natural juices circulate within the dome, thus preserving moisture and reducing shrinkage. 11"D x 2"H.

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10/16/2011

Basic Essentials 13 Inch Stainless Steel Roaster with Rack Review

Basic Essentials 13 Inch Stainless Steel Roaster with Rack
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This was inexpensive an dth eperfect size for my apartment size oven- however- the "rack" sits really close to the bottom of the pan- so if I am roastign somethign wity ha lot of grease, it will just sit in the grease- kinda defeats th epurpose of the roasting rack...

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10/03/2011

Romertopf 4-Quart Clay Baker Review

Romertopf 4-Quart Clay Baker
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Two, large turkey wings fit perfectly in the bottom of the 4-quart Romertopf ("113" stamped on the bottom). In the 3 years that I've had mine, turkey wings are the only thing I've cooked in it although a duck is slated to be cooked in it tonight. As with the wings, this is the right size for anyone wanting to cook a whole duck.
Turkey wings tend to get a bit dry if roasted in a traditional, covered, roasting pan. In a Romertopf, however, the meat is incredibly moist. All I do is season the wings, put them in the bottom of the soaked (in cold water, both top and bottom) Romertopf, stick it in a cold oven, turn the oven temperature to 425 degrees, then forget about it until the oven timer goes off 50 minutes later. Most times the wings are browned as desired. The few times they have not been, I've removed the top and returned the uncovered wings to the oven for an additional 10 minutes.
Although people writing reviews for some other size Romertopfs say they stick it in their dishwasher, mine came with instructions to only wash it by hand and never use soap. For removing grease, the use of baking soda is suggested. I have found the easiest way to clean a Romertopf is to first remove as much as possible with slightly warm water and a nylon brush, then soak it over night. In the morning the baked-on dripping are much easier to remove. After removing them I do a final cleaning with baking soda and warm water.
One thing people should know is that Romertopfs, no matter what size, can not be cleaned so they obtain a new, never used look. Being made of porous clay, the bottom and inner top get stained and spotted (from grease).

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The Romertopf #1132 clay baker is extra large, cooks for up to 8 people.Accepts up to 14 pounds or a 13 pound turkey.Clay pot cooking allows you to prepare quick, healthy, high quality meals that cost less and taste better.Food cooked in a clay pot requires no liquid unless specifically called for.The result:all natural juices, the full flavor and taste and all the essential nutrients and vitamins are retained.The taste is truly superb.You can cook all kinds of food without adding any fat, in line with the demands of modern dietetics.The Romertopf is made of a special porous clay and is unglazed inside and out allowing it to breathe during the cooking process.By soaking the pot in water before cooking, moisture is absorbed by the clay.The tiny water particles are released during cooking, penetrating and blending with the natural food juices, increasing flavor, tenderness and enhancing aroma.

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9/04/2011

Reco Romertopf 3-Quart Clay Baker Review

Reco Romertopf 3-Quart Clay Baker
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A friend told me about clay pots, so I decided to try this one. I normally cook for 2 people. This is a medium sized pot and you could easily cook enough meat for 4+ adults, but if you want to cook the veggies at the same time (highly recommended!), you will need a bigger pot. Last night I roasted a game hen - my first attempt. I adapted a recipe from the Chicken Boulangere in Bridget Jones' "Complete Guide to Claypot Cooking". It was incredibly easy. I soaked the pot while I prepared the veggies. Just put some sliced potatoes, onion, lemon and herbs in the lower half of the pot and season with salt and pepper. Put the game hen in the middle, and then I put some baby carrots and another layer of potato slices around the bird and brushed everything with melted butter. I put the pot in a cold oven, and turned the heat to 450. It was done in less than an hour. As this was my first time, I checked the hen temperature with a meat thermometer - it was a perfect 180F.
One thing to realize is that the pot releases steam. This means that the veggies will not be crisp, unless you take the lid off for the last 10-15mins of cooking to crisp up the top layer. The result was truly delicious, by far the most moist poultry I have eaten for a long time. The potatoes were fabulous too, they absorbed the juice from the meat, giving them a wonderful flavor. Cooking everything in one pot tied all the tastes of the different components together very nicely. My husband loved it too. I will certainly use this pot on a regular basis, and can't wait to try it on chicken, duck, beef and lamb. It is a whole new adventure in the kitchen, which makes it fun! I may even buy the bigger 4 quart model, as it will make entertaining much easier - you can put the whole meal in one pot, put it in the oven and then forget about it until the timer buzzes! From my experience last night, I know I would be serving a tasty meal I could be happy to entertain with.

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Perfect for quickly preparing healthy, high-quality meals for two to four people, this versatile 4- to 6-pound 3-quart-capacity clay pot may be used for a wide variety of foods, from soups and stews to desserts and breads. The baker is made of porous clay that is unglazed inside and out, which allows it to "breathe" during the cooking process. Soaking the baker in water before baking allows it to create and maintain moisture that cooks recipes to perfection, while preventing flavors and nutrients from escaping. The pot should be placed inside a cool oven and then the temperature should be set, allowing the oven and baker to heat up gradually. Sudden temperature changes should be avoided. The handsomely embossed terra-cotta baker easily moves from the oven or microwave to the table for use as an attractive serving piece. Made in Mexico, the dishwasher-safe clay baker measures 13-3/4 by 9-1/2 by 6-1/3 inches.

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