Thursday, October 17, 2013

Cast Iron Griddle with Folding Handle (Pre-Seasoned)



Hot Toasted Sandwitches
This product worked GREEEEEAAAAT right out of the package, it came on time and worked as advertised.
Thank you ,





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Ceramic Marble Coated Cast Aluminium Non Stick Fry Pan 30 cm (12 Inch)



Great pan.
I've always loved Joycook, pans, but this new style is even more durable than the old one it replaced. Do not think I will have to replace this - ever.





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Wednesday, October 16, 2013

Calphalon Professional Nonstick 11"x18" Double Griddle



The Best of Them All
I checked out all the double-burner griddles and this one is my favorite (and I own it!) The reason is that there is no grease trough around the outside edge. I don't cook anything greasy enough to collect in a trough or ridge. The problem with the trough is that it makes it impossible to cook "runny" food such as eggs or pancakes. This Calphalon doesn't have the ridge, and it works great! The non-stick coating is also holding up exceptionally well. I cook with gas using a smaller burner and a larger burner, and the aluminum construction conducts the heat well enough so that pancakes brown evenly. The price is also usually highly discounted (from being overpriced anyway) to less than its competitors. I only wish this was part of the Calphalon commercial line so that the handles match my other stuff, but that is a nit. (The Calphalon commercial version has a trough.)

The pleasure is mine!
This is a delightful piece of cookware. The ability to span two burners allows for making enough pancakes to feed a family or to cook and keep warm at the same time! The heat is spread very evenly without any hot spots. There is absolutely no need for oil or butter (I use butter/olive oil for flavor!) as the nonstick works wonderfully. The two corners at one end are "crimped" which allow for the easy pouring off of bacon grease without it running to the underside of the griddle (a really nice touch). Overall, this griddle is as good as I have ever used (in my 40+ years of cooking). This griddle is a real pleasure to use .

Very Even Heat
I have a ceramic cooktop with a bridge element. The cast iron double griddle/grills made sold at Williams Sonoma / Crate & Barrel are not supposed to be used on this surface. Additionally, a 20" griddle is 1/4" too long for the glass top cooktop.
The 11x18 Calphalon fixes both problems. It is a great size and does not harm the ceramic top.

I knew that with the bridge element, that the griddle would provide even heat across the length, but I was surpised at how well the griddle provided heat in the areas that were beyond the elements. I can cook up a half pound of bacon all at one time perfectly, and the corners are crimped to allow for easy grease pouring.

I highly recommend this pan.

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COMMERCIAL ALUMINUM LID FOR 20 & 24 QT STOCK POT - NSF



Stock Pot Lid
Excellent quality & super fast shipping. Can't ask for anything more.





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Chantal Copper Fusion 5 Quart Stock Pot, Red



Best Pot EVER!
I like having just a few items in the kitchen that are really nice instead of a clutter of junk. I bought this, even though it seemed a little steep. It was worth it! I love this pot and use it constantly. Cooks everything at an extremely even temperature (no more burn rings). Get this, you'll love it!





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Calypso Basics 3-Piece Microwave Steamer Set, Grey



Nice set when on sale
I ordered these a while back in the lime green color for about $5. The set is worth the price I paid.

The containers are hard plastic and I suspect the lids will warp soon. I like that they have the steamer hole in the top which can be closed as well. I am happy with my purchase,but I would not pay more than $5 for the set.

Convenient sizes, not sturdy
I really liked these microwave steamers until the covers to adjust steam escape popped off the lids and could not be reattached. After continued use the inside became rough with white decomposing plastic. I tossed them into the recycle bin and replaced them with 1 quart Libby glass covered cooking containers that can go in both the microwave and the oven.



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Concord 10 Piece Hard Anodized Aluminum Cookware Set



Great Set
I needed new pots and pans for my new apartment, and these work great!

I was them all by hand and wouldn't recommend using a dishwasher because of the anodization. But they cook reliably, they look great, and they're easy to clean.





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