Blender Buying Guide
Written by admin on January 31, 2010 – 8:48 am -The Basics: Blenders Blenders have been around for nearly a century and are still at the top of our household "must-have" list. It's no surprise that they have withstood the test of time. Even with all of the new gadgets and gizmos available for the kitchen, we have yet to find a product that does a better job mixing liquids and solids, quickly and cleanly. There are two categories of blenders: traditional blenders and immersion blenders. Traditional blenders still consist of a power base, which supports a tall container or jar with blades at the bottom. The jar, also called a "carafe," is most often made from glass or plastic; however, a few manufacturers offer stainless-steel carafes as either standard or optional accessories. All traditional... more
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Kitchen Blenders Overview
Written by admin on January 30, 2010 – 3:38 pm -Blenders are effective for all sorts of kitchen chores, from chopping nuts and spices to mixing soups and sauces, as well as preparing a myriad of beverages, such as milkshakes, smoothies, frozen cocktails and more. Blenders were originally designed for making soda-fountain drinks, and they are still the machine of choice for that task. However, today's blenders can do a lot more. The models below are all superior performers, so get ready to get blending! Cuisinart BFP-10CH PowerBlend Duet Blender/Food Processor The Cuisinart BFP-10CH PowerBlend Duet is a blender and a food processor. It comes with a 56-ounce glass carafe, plus a 3-cup food-processor attachment. The BFP-10CH has a shiny chrome exterior with black highlights, and the smooth touchpad... more
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Simple Cleaning Ideas for Kitchen Appliances
Written by admin on June 26, 2009 – 2:34 pm -By Johnny Waymire The kitchen is the central place in the house and hence requires proper care. In order to keep the kitchen clean, the kitchen appliances should also be kept neat and clean. This will give a pleasing look to over all house. It will also get rid of the insects. We present some simple tips for cleaning kitchen appliances with baking soda which will also avoid use of harsher cleaners which damage appliances. General Tips Make a mixture of 1/4 cup of baking soda, 1/2 cup of vinegar, and 1 gallon of hot water to clean grease, grime as well as deodorize. Baking Soda and White appliance surfaces Mix 1/4 cup of baking soda with a few cups of warm water to wash the outside surface of white appliances. Rinse it clean after 15 minutes... more
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Blenders: What to Look For & Review
Written by admin on June 13, 2009 – 6:33 am -Here's what reviews say about selecting a blender: · Look for a pulse option. Testers generally like having a pulse button, which lets you turn on the blender for short bursts. This is helpful when you don't want to over-process ingredients and for crushing ice. For models with a switch, it's easy to flip the switch on and off for pulse. · Look for a removable blade. Blenders with non-removable blades are harder to clean. Blenders with non-removable blades are less likely to leak, however. · More than three speeds aren't necessary. Experts say that three well-differentiated speeds are enough. · A high price doesn't guarantee performance. Some blenders costing as much as $200... more
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Choosing Small Kitchen Appliances
Written by admin on June 10, 2009 – 3:40 pm -When shopping in an appliance store, make sure you know what your kitchen needs so that you avoid spending extra on fancy gadgets and add-ons that you may never get to use. Small kitchen appliances are very convenient and space-saving. However, having too many or choosing the wrong ones may only add to the risk of small kitchen clutter. How many appliances can your kitchen contain? Too many appliances will make the room look cluttered. Small kitchens ideally should have very clean and clear countertops. If possible, all gadgets and tools should be out of plain view when not in use. You should be able to store most or all items in cabinets and drawers. It is allowed to leave one or two on top like the microwave or blender if you really use these... more
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An Introduction to Kitchen Appliances
Written by admin on June 10, 2009 – 3:36 pm -Setting up a new kitchen is both exiting and overwhelming. You will see new stuff that you do not have but might need in every store that you visit. On top of this, friends and relatives will swear by their own favorite kitchen appliances and utensils and store salesmen will convince you that your kitchen cannot be complete until and unless you pick up each and every appliance available in their store ranging from ovens, steamers and coffee grinders to toasters, citrus fruit juicers and grill sandwich makers. While you will eventually get to know what you need and what you don’t as you start using your kitchen full time, given below is a list of necessary basic kitchen appliances that will help you out till then: Food Processor: A food processor... more
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