tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-89824829358001111912024-03-15T00:24:49.659-07:00Kitchen ElectronicsKithchen electronics,kitchen gadgets,and the pleasures in kitchen.Arthur Erichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09419746733903263433noreply@blogger.comBlogger94125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8982482935800111191.post-79044715092782565452013-05-27T20:15:00.000-07:002013-05-28T20:29:28.191-07:00How to Cook Delicious Noodles with tomatoes, eggs and Chinese leek?<br />
<b>How to Cook a Delicious Noodle Supper with Tomatoes, Eggs and Chinese leek<span style="font-size: 10.5pt;"><span style="color: grey;">?</span></span></b><br />
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Luckily, I am good at cooking noodles and I like eating noodles with various cooking methods very much. I cooked a very much delicious noodle super with Tomatoes, Eggs and Chinese leek.<br />
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<b>Here I will show you the process of my cooking process.</b><br />
<b>Preparation</b>:<br />
Sources:Tomatoes, Eggs and Chinese leek,noodles bought from the supermarket.<br />
kitchenware:frying-pan,a boiling pot.<br />
flavoring,salt,vinegar,oil fried pepper, etc.<br />
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<b>First,cook the dishes.</b><br />
Cut the Chinese leek into short slices, and the dice the tomatoes. Take two eggs and beat them to a bowl.When the oil is hot, fold the eggs, tomatoes into the frying pan. And then fry the Chinese leek individually(more oil).<br />
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<b>Second,boil the noodles.</b><br />
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Put the boiling pan on the fire and boil the water. Put the dry noodles into the boiling water and boil them.<br />
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<b>Third, Cook the noodle Soup.</b><br />
Spice the soup with flavoring,salt,vinegar,oil fried pepper and other meat soup you like.<br />
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<b>Finally, Mixed the dishes ready and noodles to the soup.</b><br />
and put the ready noodles to the delicious soup with dishes to a large bowl.<br />
Enjoy the delicious noodles with soup. hmm. Well Done.<br />
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<br />Arthur Erichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09419746733903263433noreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8982482935800111191.post-16338977769529823852013-05-24T19:09:00.000-07:002013-05-28T19:10:29.870-07:00Programmable Slow Cooker and Benefits of Slow Cooking<b>What is slow cooking </b>?<br />
Slow cooking is a method of cooking food. It is food preparation technique that depends on mistreatment low-heat for an extended quantity of your time. Barbecues, smokers, luau pits, and low-heat ovens might all qualify. The good thing about slow-cooking, generally, is that food becomes unbelievably tender, as all of its connective tissues break down. Also, flavor will infuse over time and supply deeper results than with nearly the other technique. Lastly, long-cooking times produce a occasion atmosphere wherever food is that the center of attention of a gathering.<br />
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<b>The features of a slow cooker</b> :<br />
Slow cooker is a kind of kitchen appliance. It will control the temperature automatically for you.<br />
•Touchpad control panel with LED timer display<br />
• 24-hour cooking timer<br />
• Off/On, Keep Warm, Simmer, Low, and High settings<br />
• Removable 3.5-quart oval ceramic cooking pot<br />
• Automatically shifts to Warm when cook time ends<br />
• Brushed stainless steel housing<br />
• Glass lid with chrome-plated knob<br />
• Dishwasher-safe lid and ceramic pot<br />
• Nonslip rubber feet<br />
• Recipe booklet with tips & hints<br />
• Limited 3-year warranty<br />
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<b>Benefits of the slow cooking and this slow cooker</b><br />
It will keeps the nutrition of the food and it is best for slow cooking soup. And the soup will be full of nutritions. And It is conviences. And the see-through glass lid keeps ingredients moist. The slow coooker has a ceramic pot. It can keep the food maintain the original taste. It both has side handles and touchable handles.You can press to set your desired cooking mode low, high, simmer. You can set your cook time, up to 24 hours. What' more, clean the slow cooker is easy. It is also dishwasher safe. The stainless steel housing, glass lid, control panel, and ceramic pot are all nicely constructed and finished - nothing's cheap-looking or flimsy - and looks like they'll last for years. The 3-1/2qt oval pot holds a 2-1/2lb chuck roast without the meat touching the sides, and there's enough room for a layer of vegetables (a couple of cups chopped) a layer a meat a couple inches thick, and new potatoes on top. You could cook a complete meal in this for three or four people. Mine is a one-person household and this is the ideal size for me; anything smaller wouldn't make enough leftovers.<br />
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<br />Arthur Erichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09419746733903263433noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8982482935800111191.post-69833458151226740412013-04-07T21:30:00.000-07:002013-05-26T20:02:13.698-07:00How to Make Breakfast with Sandwich Maker <b>How to make breakfast with Sandwich maker </b><br />
How to make breakfast with Sandwich maker? If you want to cook a quick breakfast, sandwich is the best chioce.You can just cook in 15 minutes or less than this.<br />
<b>The cooking process in a word:</b><br />
butter the bread right to the edges, put a slice butter side down on the hot plate then add some cheese or what ever then put the other slice on top. butter side up. shut it then wait till its a nice golden brown. bingo. make sure its hot befor use. <br />
<b>But in details, you can check the following step.</b><br />
Clean the plate of the pan with a cleaner. cut the bread into slices for preparation. prepare some beef, pork or mutton according to your preferance. And prepare some eggs. Then you can first cook the eggs to well done egg cakes. And next fry the meat in the pan. Add all these together to your slice bread with some butter. you can also add vegetable slices,perhaps potatoes slice, tomatoes slices, or cabbage slices. then put the block in the sandwich maker and shut it. Turn over the bread during cook. Wait until the Brade is nice golden color. Well done. Eat it but be care of hotness. <br />
You can use a single pan or called sandwich maker or sandwich toaster to complete the breakfast cooking.<br />
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If you would like to contact the sandwich maker manufacturers or suppliers, you can locate them on www.made-in-china.com.<br />
Watch this video about how to make a quick sandwich breakfast.<br />
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FK2LUqxY9Qk<br />
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 10.0pt;">When we design and
cook a plate of fruit, there are usually as many as different styles according
to the seasons or different occasions. And there are always some common fruits,
like apple. Today we will introduce the nice apple corer or called the apple
core remover.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 10.0pt;">The simple tool
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apples, but also you can core dates, pears (small), or peaches. </span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 10.0pt;">When a guest comes
to visit, you never need to be panic before preparing the plate of fruit. Just enjoy
the simple process with the apple corer. And then Design the fruit dish for
your friends with ease. We can buy it from Amazon or other online stores for
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 10.0pt;">An apple a day,
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I am a big apple lover. I will fully use this tool to keep healthy. </span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 10.0pt;">Another aspect, I
can use the apple corer before juicing. Hmm, enjoy apples, enjoy life. By the
way, apple is my favorite fruit, and I like sweet apple more, those sweet but
with a little sour. In my opinion, I can keep this habit – eating apples every
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Arthur Erichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09419746733903263433noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8982482935800111191.post-55845014439850048382012-10-16T20:07:00.000-07:002012-10-21T23:57:08.726-07:00Seven Healthy Breakfast Tips The morning meal "break the fast" and regenerates blood sugar (glucose) which are normally low after a night's sleep. But this is not just a matter of timing. That inaugural meal of the day is sound depends on its content, too, according to the June 2011 Harvard Health Letter.<br />
"Skipping breakfast throws the normal circadian rhythm of fasting and feeding. Breakfast is the worst time to skip a meal, "said Dr. David Ludwig, an expert in nutrition at Harvard-affiliated Boston Children's Hospital, in an interview with the letter of health.<br />
Carbohydrate breakfast should have fiber and protein should be lean. You can healthy fats in foods such as nuts and salmon. Here are seven tips for a healthy breakfast:
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<b>1. Eat sufficient bread.</b><br />
It composes most of the energy, so be sure to eat some bread before others.
Many of those elaborate coffee drinks are unhealthy high-calorie, high–saturated fat versions of your basic cup of coffee.<br />
<b>2. You need more protein to build you up.</b><br />
Drink some milk. <b> </b><br />
<b>3. Have some meats.</b> Processed meats like bacon and sausage have been associated with a higher risk of colorectal cancer, heart disease, and type 2 diabetes<b> </b><br />
<b>4. Seek out quality carbs.</b> Get your carbohydrates from whole grains, fruit, and vegetables.<b> </b><br />
<b>5. An egg a day.</b> One a day is okay for most healthy people. The yolk is high in cholesterol, but eggs have proteins and vitamins and don’t appear to increase the risk for developing heart disease.<b> </b><br />
<b>6. Go easy on the fruit juice.</b> Whole fruit is a better choice because it tends to have more fiber.<b> </b><br />
<b>7. Blend up a breakfast smoothie.</b> Processed foods are generally not healthy, but a small house treatment is correct. You can combine fruits, juices, yogurt, wheat germ, and other ingredients in a blender and make something delicious and healthy.<span class="" id="result_box" lang="en"><span class="hps"></span></span>Arthur Erichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09419746733903263433noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8982482935800111191.post-271296525026375902012-10-08T19:21:00.000-07:002012-10-16T19:37:35.374-07:00Heart Shaped Ice Cream Birthday CakeA wonderful birthday cake will make a big surprise and great happiness. When my birthday in this year came, I received my first ice cream birthday cake from my husband. The heart-shaped ice cream birthday cake, which is attractive and so delicious!<br />
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The ice cream birthday cake is as the picture above. With the yellow peach flesh ,the green chocolate and the two red cherry on the ice cream<u>,</u> the whole cake looks so beautiful.<br />
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Good taste. And I wonder how to make a ice cream cake and find the methods.<br />
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The preparation material:<br />
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<li><i>an 8″ springform pan</i></li>
<li><i>an 8″ round pan</i></li>
<li><i>your favorite cookie dough recipe</i></li>
<li><i>2 cups whipping cream</i></li>
<li><i>1 can sweetened condensed milk</i></li>
<li><i>1 recipe of chocolate ganache</i></li>
<li><i>your favorite candy, prepped to go into the ice cream</i></li>
<li><i>at least 4 hours of freezing time </i></li>
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The concrete process is a little complicated. so i refer a post here for a guide to cook by myself next time.<br />
<a href="http://www.crazyforcrust.com/2012/04/brownie-ice-cream-birthday-cake/" rel="nofollow">methods to make an ice cream birthday cake</a>
Arthur Erichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09419746733903263433noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8982482935800111191.post-90858730081360570252012-08-27T21:11:00.001-07:002012-08-27T21:12:31.831-07:00Round kitchen microwave oven - technology changes ketchen lifeThe core Tips: from the small kitchen, I feel deeply that Technology brings convenience to our lives, ultra-quiet fume extraction from traditional cauldron Taiwan from the original work up to now humming to the embedded gas stove; complete the cleaning of the machine; only from the past with cold vegetables, as long as the fruits and vegetables on the fruit and vegetable machine to now be able to hand without touching the water.It seems that technology is changing the life at all right.
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Meals being putted into them, It only takes 2-3 minutes to warm meals. It is estimated that our forefathers would never have thought to have such high-tech products. Surprises and creativity everywhere, Kitchen spherical microwave living is such a case.
Spherical Kitchen microwave
To tell you the truth, the first glance of the peculiar shape really is not seen as a microwave. Strange shape and bright colors for this product is definitely designed into the kitchen overlord full fashion range.
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spherical Kitchen microwave P40D10EP-QA canopy structure, will make cooking food condensation of moisture along the curved wall, slipped in the end. The Ministry of the excess water vapor can also be discharged steaming from the top of the mouth, better protecting the taste of the food. And it consumes less space, the inner space of the utilization of the microwave can be up to 100%.
The Kitchen microwave first gets 65 degrees up and down the clamshell design, builds large cooking space, easy stirs fry blossoms cooking.Kitchen microwave has improved the method of operation, "referred to be a greedy 45 degrees intelligent control panel design kitchen tool, it is more comfortable to handle.The human-machine interface is cool to hand.
Kitchen microwave Model: Galanz P40D10EP-QA
Arthur Erichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09419746733903263433noreply@blogger.com34tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8982482935800111191.post-89067768842347537512010-11-25T23:05:00.000-08:002010-11-25T23:06:59.056-08:00Speed up air-drying dishes<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_ayglaLyeg3o/TO9cbvk11OI/AAAAAAAAAaI/Ij9KFyZdfLg/s1600/203488521d.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 268px; height: 268px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_ayglaLyeg3o/TO9cbvk11OI/AAAAAAAAAaI/Ij9KFyZdfLg/s400/203488521d.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5543751298013582562" border="0" /></a><br /><br />Doing the dishes should be its own reward. After cleaning a sink full of dirty dishes, a whole rack filled with fresh plates waiting to be used again should be enough to satisfy any home cook. But it's not. They have to dry. Of course, one could use a towel to simply speed up the process, but there is another way.<br /><br />The Bon Home Heat And Dry Dish Rack ($99.95) makes dishes available to use again at the flick of a switch. Disguised as an ordinary dish rack, this particular model hides a convenient fan underneath. Air is heated and directed over the dishes, drying them quickly and automatically. Measuring 20.5 inches wide by 16.25 inches, the 7-inch tall, 750-watt appliance offers quiet operation while blending in next to the sink.<br /><br />With space for six place settings, the dish rack is large enough to accommodate most any household. Movable wire racks allow for customized configuration, and an elevated shelf keeps stemware and other fragile items separate from dishes. A multicompartment utensil holder features specialized slots designed to protect cutlery while at the same time accommodating general flatware. Though the sink full of dirty dishes still has to somehow make it on to the contraption, the drying appliance finally validates the excuse to just let the dishes air-dry.<br /><br />.Arthur Erichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09419746733903263433noreply@blogger.com41tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8982482935800111191.post-668731455074475712010-11-25T22:49:00.000-08:002010-11-25T22:51:30.813-08:00Heat lamp for home use<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_ayglaLyeg3o/TO9YyB3gCiI/AAAAAAAAAaA/ISKCWfujvEQ/s1600/51sw10zX8kL._SL500_AA300_.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 300px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_ayglaLyeg3o/TO9YyB3gCiI/AAAAAAAAAaA/ISKCWfujvEQ/s400/51sw10zX8kL._SL500_AA300_.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5543747282834295330" border="0" /></a><br /><br />There is no denying the deliciousness of much takeaway food. First of all, many might say the convenience alone ups the flavor factor. Certainly every maker of microwaveable food would agree. But there is more to it than that: Since the beginning of comfort food itself, people have tried to capture that elusive essence that can make a meal felt down to the bones. (And not just the ribs either.) No, the common quality is not necessarily fat (although we all know that equals flavor) or freedom from the kitchen; the elements that all comfort foods have in common are warmth and heat.<br /><br />The Bon Home Culinary Heat Lamp won't help you cook up a batch of mac 'n' cheese or a chicken pot pie, but it will help keep food warm. Mimicking a restaurant heat lamp, which may be a necessary evil in some sectors of the service industry, the fold-up, adjustable-height gadget designed for home use can be seen in a whole new, uh, light.<br /><br />The 205-watt bulbless heat lamp provides infrared heating that could be used in a variety of ways. Pizza delivered cold again? Heat lamp. French fries don't quite have the same kick as in the drive-through? Heat lamp. Or perhaps the heat lamp can be used for more practical purposes; lamps can be linked together to keep food warm at a buffet or carving station. Whatever the use, nothing quite warms the heart(burn) like a heat lamp for the home.Arthur Erichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09419746733903263433noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8982482935800111191.post-74125147971454698242010-11-25T22:36:00.000-08:002010-11-25T22:38:51.317-08:00Popcorn maker stirs up some flavor<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_ayglaLyeg3o/TO9VwHvcQSI/AAAAAAAAAZ4/i0748VF5ze4/s1600/cuisinart-easypop.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 252px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_ayglaLyeg3o/TO9VwHvcQSI/AAAAAAAAAZ4/i0748VF5ze4/s400/cuisinart-easypop.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5543743951516483874" border="0" /></a><br /><br />Homemade fresh popcorn is really where it's at. Aside from the important aspect that most anything freshly made is at the peak of its potential, when it comes to homemade popcorn the flavor can be precisely controlled. However, getting all that great flavor incorporated can be a tricky undertaking. And more than a bit messy when using sticky ingredients.<br /><br />The Cuisinart EasyPop Plus Popcorn Maker offers a convenient method for popcorn popping, and adds the capability to stir in flavorings to the resultant batch. After all the popcorn has popped, the switch can then be flipped over to the stir position to continue the process and mix in caramel, spice mixtures, and anything else you can dream up. (It may or not taste so great, but hey, popcorn is a good thing to experiment with.)<br /><br />Sometimes plain popcorn is what the situation calls for. With the capability to produce up to 10 cups of popped popcorn using just one tablespoon of oil, the mechanized popcorn maker allows for the option to keep it simple. The 550-watt machine stands at just more than a foot tall, and while not everybody may approve of your choice of additions, the fact that the unit can be easily cleaned (the BPA-free plastic lid is dishwasher safe and the base wipes clean with a damp cloth) means a fresh batch of popcorn is always just a countertop away.Arthur Erichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09419746733903263433noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8982482935800111191.post-38783551797995977242010-11-25T22:31:00.001-08:002010-11-25T22:35:35.666-08:00Make space for the pie maker<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_ayglaLyeg3o/TO9UsTp-pYI/AAAAAAAAAZw/ZvSQD4Bi5SQ/s1600/tumblr_lbxqwjdm3Z1qzpwi0o1_r1_500.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 222px; height: 400px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_ayglaLyeg3o/TO9UsTp-pYI/AAAAAAAAAZw/ZvSQD4Bi5SQ/s400/tumblr_lbxqwjdm3Z1qzpwi0o1_r1_500.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5543742786483692930" border="0" /></a><br />Few foods are as versatile as pie can be. Food in pie form has--and always will be--popular with adults and children alike. Those who tend to lean toward the sweet side of the menu are well represented, as are fans of savory foods; plenty of choices exist for all. However, though endless options are great for eaters, those who actually prepare all these pies have many recipes to learn. Sometimes a whole full-size pie can be just too much. Whether trying new recipes or just looking to make smaller servings, pie fans (i.e. everybody) no longer have to commit to six or eight slices.<br /><br />Creating four individually sized pies at the same time, the Breville Pie Maker offers something for everybody. The 1,200-watt countertop appliance measures 11 inches by 15 inches with a height of 5 inches. Weighing just over 7 pounds, and with a power cord that wraps into the unit, the pie maker could be easily stored, but with a cooking time of only 8 minutes for most pies, the appliance may be too tempting to ever store away.<br /><br />Pie production is made easy with the inclusion of an appropriately sized pastry cutter, which is two-sided for cutting both top and bottom pieces. When cooking, all the pies are automatically crimped shut, meaning about the only thing to worry about is just what kind of pie (or pies) to make. With nonstick cooking plates that make cleanup a breeze, finding the right pie is only a matter of finding space on the countertop.<br /><br />.Arthur Erichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09419746733903263433noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8982482935800111191.post-68886740736552808602010-11-25T19:38:00.000-08:002010-11-25T19:41:22.090-08:00Stir-fry the modern way<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_ayglaLyeg3o/TO8sLeVcvpI/AAAAAAAAAZo/LhLCSa1aapg/s1600/PAGE_009_OFFER_0027CE8A.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 279px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_ayglaLyeg3o/TO8sLeVcvpI/AAAAAAAAAZo/LhLCSa1aapg/s400/PAGE_009_OFFER_0027CE8A.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5543698241949580946" border="0" /></a><br /><br />Countertop appliances come in all shapes and sizes. Most have specialized appeal, but sometimes it is versatility that makes them attractive. No matter what the appliance, one thing they all have in common is accessibility; perched on the countertop they stand ready to be pressed into service at a moment's notice. Sometimes that accessibility transcends simple convenience, opening up a window into new culinary options.<br /><br />The Breville BEW600XL Hot Wok marries rich Eastern culinary history with the Western penchant for convenience. More than just classic styling in a modern package, the electric wok offers contemporary features that bring the timeless cooking vessel up to date. Featuring a nonstick interior, a unique butterfly-shaped heating element and fifteen heat settings, the countertop wok offers precision control.<br /><br />The (not-so) secret of wok cooking is the concave shape of the vessel itself: the high walls offer distinct cooking zones that allow cooks to manipulate foods as needed. Mimicking this heat distribution, the electric wok provides 1,500 watts of power, complete with the ability to sear foods at the highest heat setting. Old and new mingle and merge in this one appliance, providing modern households with an updated take on classic cookery--perfect for putting through the paces with some online-procured exotic ingredients.Arthur Erichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09419746733903263433noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8982482935800111191.post-6791350783117501632010-11-25T19:16:00.000-08:002010-11-25T19:18:34.378-08:00A toast to robot cupcakes and ice cubes<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_ayglaLyeg3o/TO8m6QC9iwI/AAAAAAAAAZg/K4qERIRhKo4/s1600/1f022a26-7789-494d-b7e9-defd29c4ee81YUMBOTS%2B3.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_ayglaLyeg3o/TO8m6QC9iwI/AAAAAAAAAZg/K4qERIRhKo4/s400/1f022a26-7789-494d-b7e9-defd29c4ee81YUMBOTS%2B3.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5543692448498027266" border="0" /></a><br /><br />Much has been written about the eventual robot uprising. However, until that time comes, Earth and the sky above are the domain of humans; clearly, we should make the most of it while the time is ours. With Skynet in its incubation stage, we humans are free to toast and enjoy the fruits of our creations, with a cold drink and a cupcake, of course. Naturally, the best way to enjoy this meal would be with robot-themed accessories.<br /><br />For whatever reason, finding a robot drink to toast over a robot cupcake has never been too easy. Luckily (or not), times have changed and the good folks at Fred & Friends have foreseen this demand and unleashed appropriate gear upon the masses.<br /><br />Toasting with robots has never been easier. The ChillBots Ice Cube Tray is a bright-red silicone mold used for producing four robot ice cubes. The fun kitchen accessory is made to produce ice resembling something of a '50s-style robot. (The wind-up key kind of gives it away.) All that is missing is the bright paint job and sparks flying out of its mouth.<br /><br />Appealing to young and old, techie and Luddite alike, the YumBots are a set of four robot-shaped silicone baking cups. All that is required is to fill them with batter and bake. As an added bonus, the heads are movable and capable of swiveling around to keep an eye on you for your amusement.<br /><br />Hmm, perhaps to be on the safe side, use these robot-style utensils. Just in case.Arthur Erichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09419746733903263433noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8982482935800111191.post-52524283464656501512010-11-25T19:10:00.000-08:002010-11-25T19:12:51.981-08:00This rotisserie doesn't spin<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_ayglaLyeg3o/TO8lj94HmQI/AAAAAAAAAZY/LQGfkDBpMF4/s1600/DGR%2B31031_zoom.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 364px; height: 400px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_ayglaLyeg3o/TO8lj94HmQI/AAAAAAAAAZY/LQGfkDBpMF4/s400/DGR%2B31031_zoom.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5543690966151960834" border="0" /></a><br /><br />Rotisserie cooking has become a commonplace occurrence. It can be done at home in the kitchen or the backyard, thanks to a wide assortment of appliances. For those who prefer to have their meal cooked for them, quality rotisserie is available from many restaurants and even some food trucks. Supermarkets are also in on the act, with many of them supplying customers with hot cooked whole chickens ready to plucked up and placed in the grocery cart. While there is no lack of options when it comes to rotisserie, most follow one basic method: rotate the food around a heat source.<br /><br />Not satisfied with the status quo, the Kalorik DGR 31031 S.S Rotisserie instead opts to rotate the heat around the food. The 1,420-watt countertop appliance measures 15.4 inches by 16.1 inches by 16.5 inches and appears similar to other models of the same ilk. However, with four heating elements the Kalorik model has some distinct differences. In addition to the unique method of heating in a circular pattern, the rotisserie has an emerging feature that many other methods simply cannot provide in the fact that the center spit also acts as a heating element which can be turned on and off.<br /><br />The lack of moving parts makes for an interesting kitchen gadget and has some obvious benefits, reduced wear and tear being most notable. Considering rotisserie cooking's time-tested popularity, as well as its versatility, having a countertop unit at the ready can only be regarded as a good thing--no matter how you spin it.Arthur Erichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09419746733903263433noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8982482935800111191.post-65867563608726362382010-11-25T18:22:00.000-08:002010-11-25T18:24:08.119-08:00Convenient coffeemaker rolls into good taste<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_ayglaLyeg3o/TO8aMfELm-I/AAAAAAAAAZQ/zhPlGLUzrgE/s1600/Krups-dolce-gusto-circolo-kp-5000-212-1.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_ayglaLyeg3o/TO8aMfELm-I/AAAAAAAAAZQ/zhPlGLUzrgE/s400/Krups-dolce-gusto-circolo-kp-5000-212-1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5543678468116159458" border="0" /></a><br /><br />Coffee convenience is almost as important as the coffee itself. The continuing proliferation of coffeehouses can attest to that. Though it is certainly easy to simply walk into a cafe and order a coffee drink, that method doesn't necessarily represent the apex of coffee convenience; you still have to manage to get to a cafe, after all. About the easiest way to get a cup of coffee--other than having somebody go get it for you--might just be a particular honor saved for single-serve capsule coffeemakers.<br /><br />Making coffee doesn't get much easier than inserting a coffee-filled capsule into a machine. Not only is it easy, but it's also practically mess-free and has the added benefit of producing single-size servings. The lack of ability to use freshly ground beans is certainly worth mentioning, but also notable is the fact that with capsules, nobody has to clean up the grounds either. An additional factor that distinguishes many capsule coffeemakers from more traditional models: they often just look too institutional.<br /><br />Bland design is certainly not a problem for the Krups Dolce Gusto Circolo. Available in red or a titanium finish, the distinctive coffeemaker is made to bring what is often seen as a workplace convenience into the home. The unique machine comes complete with features designed to maximize coffee enjoyment such as a 15-bar pressure system and a control lever to customize the strength of the resultant brew. Convenience, mechanical intrigue, and design don't always roll up well together, but with the Circolo all three combine to make coffee-making about as easy as can be.Arthur Erichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09419746733903263433noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8982482935800111191.post-52678129008821020582010-11-25T18:11:00.000-08:002010-11-25T18:13:45.922-08:00Bread-maker mixes in the add-ins<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_ayglaLyeg3o/TO8Xqj_kNBI/AAAAAAAAAZI/uQJDqXU_FRQ/s1600/thumb.php.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 183px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_ayglaLyeg3o/TO8Xqj_kNBI/AAAAAAAAAZI/uQJDqXU_FRQ/s400/thumb.php.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5543675686300169234" border="0" /></a><br />Automation has been great for the kitchen, particularly breakfast. After all, upon waking up in the morning, it is only the best of us who seem to be capable of the simplest of tasks. (Coffee helps--that is after somebody manages to make it.) This desire for food and coffee to be waiting for us in the kitchen has sparked the imagination of Hollywood and the particularly industrious alike. (For Rube Goldberg breakfast-making machines see Pee-wee's Big Adventure and Back to the Future.) We may have automatic coffee makers (thankfully), but that is only just a start.<br /><br />One small step forward in the chain of automation can be found with the Panasonic SD-RD250 Automatic Bread Maker with Fruit/Nut Dispenser. Featuring the next logical step regarding usage of the delay bake option seen on most bread machines, this particular model ups the ante by automating the process. Dropping 150 grams of mix-ins at just the right moment, the bread machine produces loaves of cinnamon-raisin-walnut bread (for example) hot and ready in the morning.<br /><br />More than just a breakfast-bread-making-machine, the automatic bread-maker is also capable of other tasks. Naturally, a choice between having the crust come out light or dark is an option, but the bread-maker also lets users choose between two loaf sizes. In addition, a bake-only mode is incorporated. If just dough is desired, the machine can handle it, giving users the choice of pizza or pasta dough. Of course, such options require some user intervention, but properly fueled with coffee and breakfast bread, the task will seem a lot less daunting.Arthur Erichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09419746733903263433noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8982482935800111191.post-20581341792154940052010-11-25T17:59:00.000-08:002010-11-25T18:05:58.691-08:00Hands-free candy dispensing<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_ayglaLyeg3o/TO8Vt6ZN5dI/AAAAAAAAAZA/wO95XQY82G4/s1600/Motion-Activated-Candy-Machine.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 200px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_ayglaLyeg3o/TO8Vt6ZN5dI/AAAAAAAAAZA/wO95XQY82G4/s200/Motion-Activated-Candy-Machine.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5543673544829691346" border="0" /></a><br />Germs are no fun; candy, however, is. Those most notorious of candy addicts, kids, aren't particularly well-known for their fastidiousness. But when it comes to candy, they harbor no ambivalence. Attacking bowls of candy with no regard for others is a common trait, and one that is hard to avoid. Kids will be kids, after all, but don't let that ruin the candy bowl. For the hygienically challenged (of any age), there is hope.<br /><br />To the sweet-toothed germophobe, the CandyMan Motion-Activated Candy Dispenser is the best idea since individually wrapped candy. Operated with only a swipe of the hand, the machine dispenses unwrapped candy, unsalted nuts, and gumballs automatically.<br /><br />With a 12.5-cup capacity, the battery-operated gadget (an AC adapter is sold separately) holds a good amount of treats, meaning there is less time spent refilling and more time for snacking. Not limited to just dispensing small handfuls for small hands, the automatic treat-giver can be adjusted to give two larger portions, "large handful" and "bowl." Of course, with sugary treats always on hand, the device may be good for peace of mind but the waistline may suffer--quite possibly in direct proportion to the number of candy-hungry kids running about the household.<br /><br />.Arthur Erichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09419746733903263433noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8982482935800111191.post-86118490149449314232010-11-25T17:51:00.000-08:002010-11-25T17:58:51.360-08:00Open and shut case for doughnuts<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_ayglaLyeg3o/TO8UITTV0wI/AAAAAAAAAY4/V0a8XYuFb8k/s1600/AAAAC0AKZnUAAAAAAQZmEA.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 200px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_ayglaLyeg3o/TO8UITTV0wI/AAAAAAAAAY4/V0a8XYuFb8k/s200/AAAAC0AKZnUAAAAAAQZmEA.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5543671799169274626" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br />Doughnuts aren't typically the type of things one thinks too often about creating at home. Most every community has a doughnut shop nearby, and if it doesn't, then the next one over certainly will have one. Aside from the ubiquity of doughnut purveyors, the simple fact is one (or a dozen...) will usually suffice. But don't let all that stop you from whipping up a batch of five at home.<br /><br />The Sunbeam FPSBDML920 Donut Maker is a bright-yellow countertop appliance that screams for attention. If the color doesn't grab you, the doughnut-shaped design will. The clamshell-type baker flips open to reveal five cavities (or perhaps it would be better to describe them as impressions) in the shape of doughnuts. Just fill with batter, shut the lid, and wait.<br /><br />Measuring 10.8 inches by 8 inches with a height of 3.8 inches, the gadget looks good on the counter in any doughnut-themed kitchen. (Probably regular kitchens, too.) Since the doughnut-making machine is endowed with a nonstick interior, doughnut making doesn't require the addition of any fats or oils. With good looks and the promise of being released from the gripping hold of the local doughnut establishment, the doughnut maker might never leave the countertop. If you must put it away, however, the hinged lid does clasp shut for easy storage.<br /><br />.Arthur Erichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09419746733903263433noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8982482935800111191.post-39456134661978955692009-04-03T00:03:00.000-07:002009-04-03T00:27:25.635-07:00DIY hot chocolate<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_ayglaLyeg3o/SdW6KOnG72I/AAAAAAAAAXw/eJoe4Ev2zxQ/s1600-h/31TPiB4L5dL._SL500_AA280_.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 280px; height: 280px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_ayglaLyeg3o/SdW6KOnG72I/AAAAAAAAAXw/eJoe4Ev2zxQ/s320/31TPiB4L5dL._SL500_AA280_.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5320363219691695970" border="0" /></a><br />When there's snow on the ground, I practically live on hot chocolate. However, I'm not a big fan of most of the mixes. They're just not as smooth as hot chocolate made from the real thing. Real hot chocolate is more work, of course, you have to melt chocolate, mix in your milk, and froth the drink. Firebox has a Hot Choctail Maker on sale, though, that can do all that, and more.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_ayglaLyeg3o/SdW6OYnWMOI/AAAAAAAAAX4/b3ZsyctQ3bA/s1600-h/p1891ex5.gif"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 150px; height: 150px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_ayglaLyeg3o/SdW6OYnWMOI/AAAAAAAAAX4/b3ZsyctQ3bA/s320/p1891ex5.gif" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5320363291096527074" border="0" /></a><br />The Hot Choctail Maker is a blender combined with a coffee pot, with a few extra features added on for good measure. You pour in your favorite chocolate, milk, and other tasty treats, heat things up so that the chocolate melts, and blend it all together. Just think, you can make your own dark chocolate drink with a touch of Irish cream for those really cold nights--or mix up around of hot chocolate drinks for the children. By flipping one switch, the Hot Choctail Maker can even mix cold drinks.<br /><br />It's easy to clean up the Hot Choctail Maker, and it even has a convenient tap for dispensing your drinks to cups--rather than attempting to pour hot liquids. That tap can come in handy if you have a kitchen full of children ready to serve themselves.Arthur Erichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09419746733903263433noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8982482935800111191.post-67636607224495279892009-04-02T19:36:00.000-07:002009-06-22T00:29:45.546-07:00You can mash potato and do the twist<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_ayglaLyeg3o/SdV2ahAo0uI/AAAAAAAAAXo/-Xqfm-Nepxs/s1600-h/full_159.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5320288732717830882" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: pointer; HEIGHT: 240px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_ayglaLyeg3o/SdV2ahAo0uI/AAAAAAAAAXo/-Xqfm-Nepxs/s320/full_159.jpg" border="0" /></a><br />Don't tell my kids, but it turns out that some people make mashed potatoes by actually mashing potatoes. My children, like all good children, have been brought up to believe that mashed potatoes come from flakes in a box. Add water, and like magic, they grow up to be a beautiful (if a bit bland) "close approximation of mashed potatoes."<br /><br />Right. So, anyway, if your children have learned that there is another way, you may want to look into spudnik, an innovative masher from ?utensil, a brand created by high-tech design studio And Design to bring to life its own kitchen gadgets.<br /><br />With spudnik, you use a rolling, rotating motion instead of the typical pounding, to quickly and efficiently mash your potatoes. The idea is that you'll use significantly less effort, and get better results. And, you can also leave the funky piece out on the counter as a conversation starter.<br /><br />In addition to the regular version, spudnik comes in the lovely limited-edition colors featured here. You may have to head over to the U.K. to get yours--they're about ?8 there. Or, put your Google skills to work and find one a little closer to home.<br /><br />Need some <a href="http://www.laptop-advices.com/">laptop advices</a>? Are you looking for <a href="http://www.usb-resources.org/">USB resources</a> ?Arthur Erichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09419746733903263433noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8982482935800111191.post-3048965192182830102009-04-02T01:38:00.000-07:002009-04-02T02:04:55.648-07:00Electric vegetable peeler<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_ayglaLyeg3o/SdR_isgGvYI/AAAAAAAAAXg/L8seEsNyODA/s1600-h/0007574102905_215X215.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 215px; height: 215px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_ayglaLyeg3o/SdR_isgGvYI/AAAAAAAAAXg/L8seEsNyODA/s320/0007574102905_215X215.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5320017293869497730" border="0" /></a><br /><br />My family loves mashed potatoes. When the whole family gets together for the holidays, we have to cook up 10 pounds of potatoes to make sure there's enough to go around. That adds up to a whole bag of potatoes to peel. This year, though, I have a secret weapon: the Presto Peel-A-Meal Electric Peeler.<br /><br />This little gadget is easy to use. All you need to do is drop in your potatoes, snap on the cover, and turn on the power. It automatically peels the potatoes with no further help. Once you can see that your potato is peel-free through the clear cover, you can move on to the next potato. The Peel-A-Meal can handle other produce, as well: it peels apples with no problems and even has a salad spinner attachment that can quickly dry lettuce and other leafy vegetables. No mess--and no more accidentally peeling your knuckle, either.<br /><br />The bowl and peeling disc--the area in which all the mess occurs--are both dishwasher safe, and the base can be wiped clean. The Peel-A-Meal is priced at $34.99.Arthur Erichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09419746733903263433noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8982482935800111191.post-60150358553372347862009-04-02T01:31:00.000-07:002009-04-02T01:33:05.638-07:00Healthy lunch, health lunch box<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_ayglaLyeg3o/SdR313B9RyI/AAAAAAAAAXQ/5nMfEKw5TvY/s1600-h/foodlunchbox_03.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 239px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_ayglaLyeg3o/SdR313B9RyI/AAAAAAAAAXQ/5nMfEKw5TvY/s320/foodlunchbox_03.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5320008827020330786" border="0" /></a><br />Most days I can't remember how many servings of fruit I'm supposed to have, let alone the correct serving size. I don't have a food pyramid poster handy and, as much as I'd like to make sure I'm eating all my food groups in the correct proportions, it's not particularly easy to determine just what should be in a healthy meal. The Pyramid Lunch Box simplifies matters. Designed by Li Jianye from Yanko Design, the Pyramid Lunch Box is a triangle divided into three compartments of varying size. The largest is meant to hold bread and other carbohydrates--the foods that the food pyramid suggests we should eat the most of. A slightly smaller compartment is for fruits and vegetables and the smallest is for meat and other proteins. No compartment for sweets, I'm afraid. Not only does the Pyramid Lunch Box help you plan your meal to make sure that you're including items from all the necessary food groups, the compartments are also sized to match serving requirements, helping to keep portion size under control. The Pyramid Lunch Box has a matching triangular lid. While I do think that the Pyramid Lunch Box is a perfect tool for packing a lunch, I'm not so sure I'd want to eat out of it: I like mixing up my grains, vegetables and proteins.Arthur Erichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09419746733903263433noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8982482935800111191.post-24929932794138937752009-04-02T01:13:00.001-07:002009-04-02T01:19:14.339-07:00Use a gun in the kitche?<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_ayglaLyeg3o/SdR0Ix7IHlI/AAAAAAAAAW4/F2WNHW14egc/s1600-h/4c51b2984443160ead477%26000.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 274px; height: 320px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_ayglaLyeg3o/SdR0Ix7IHlI/AAAAAAAAAW4/F2WNHW14egc/s320/4c51b2984443160ead477%26000.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5320004754020507218" border="0" /></a><br />I'm a big fan of spices and seasonings: they can really change a dish from bland to amazing. I like to have fun with my spices, though, and I think the Spice Gun is just the ticket. A Chinese designer, Zhu Fei, came up with the idea of the Spice Gun: instead of shaking out your preferred spice, this gadget 'shoots' it out, using compressed air to push seasonings out of the gun.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_ayglaLyeg3o/SdR0I_OYPlI/AAAAAAAAAXA/BrsvlSLT4K0/s1600-h/4c51b2984443160eb1165%26690.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 274px; height: 320px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_ayglaLyeg3o/SdR0I_OYPlI/AAAAAAAAAXA/BrsvlSLT4K0/s320/4c51b2984443160eb1165%26690.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5320004757590916690" border="0" /></a><br />There are three barrels in the Spice Gun, allowing you to load it up with the spices of your choice--you can change up your ammo by spinning the barrel. The gun only shoots dried spices, and it looks as if ground herbs are easier to load.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_ayglaLyeg3o/SdR0JdwkN2I/AAAAAAAAAXI/7cr_HNHH7yA/s1600-h/4c51b2984443160fa716e%26690.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 274px; height: 320px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_ayglaLyeg3o/SdR0JdwkN2I/AAAAAAAAAXI/7cr_HNHH7yA/s320/4c51b2984443160fa716e%26690.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5320004765787371362" border="0" /></a><br />While the Spice Gun was created as a fun twist on the seasoning shaker, I've already thought of a few practical applications. When I'm cooking my Thanksgiving turkey, for instance, I like to put some spice on the inside of the bird. I usually wind up using my hands because I'm worried about getting my spice shakers dirty. However, if I could just shoot the spices into the cavity, I don't think there would be near as much mess.Arthur Erichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09419746733903263433noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8982482935800111191.post-79733190183798240922009-04-02T01:01:00.000-07:002009-04-02T01:07:29.524-07:00Electric wine opener<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_ayglaLyeg3o/SdRyJiJ2HJI/AAAAAAAAAWw/hakUloP1xxQ/s1600-h/p49230b.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 271px; height: 271px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_ayglaLyeg3o/SdRyJiJ2HJI/AAAAAAAAAWw/hakUloP1xxQ/s320/p49230b.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5320002567943888018" border="0" /></a><br />I have a hard time with most corkscrews. I can generally get a wine bottle open without mishap, but it always feels like I have to do a lot of work for only a little result. With the Oster Inspire Wine Opener, however, I can get the cork out and the party started in a matter of seconds. This bottle opener even includes a foil cutter to remove seals.<br /><br />The reason the Oster Inspire Wine Opener is so good at speeding up the process is the fact that it's an electric opener. It's cordless--the wine opener comes with a recharging station--and it just pops corks out with a touch of a button. This wine opener can handle big parties, as well. If you start with a full charge, you can open up to 30 bottles before you need to recharge.<br /><br />One of the real benefits of this bottle opener is how easily it fits in my hand. It's also designed to fit all traditional wine bottles--I haven't seen too many nontraditional wine bottles, so I'm confident this bottle opener can handle any wine I plan to buy. After all the pain and pulling of traditional bottle openers, an ergonomically designed grip is a relief. The Oster Inspire Wine Opener retails for $27.99.Arthur Erichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09419746733903263433noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8982482935800111191.post-46417968834839523612009-04-02T00:50:00.000-07:002009-04-02T00:51:21.592-07:00The water filtration system<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_ayglaLyeg3o/SdRudLvNllI/AAAAAAAAAWo/XAtnuXIvjus/s1600-h/wch-950c_lg.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 304px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_ayglaLyeg3o/SdRudLvNllI/AAAAAAAAAWo/XAtnuXIvjus/s320/wch-950c_lg.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5319998507477472850" border="0" /></a><br />Everybody loves water. In fact, it's one of those things that you pretty much need to love. Except, there are those few people who don't like "the taste" or find it "boring". (Yes, you know who you are). Regardless, for the rest of us "normal" folk, we are left to decide between tap, filtered, bottled, or delivery (even bigger bottles).<br /><br />Municipal water is regulated by the EPA and is held to a stringent set of standards. (Bottled water, FYI, is safeguarded by the FDA). However, many people opt to add an extra level of purification and choose to filter the stuff that comes out of the tap.<br /><br />The Cuisinart Cleanwater Countertop Filtration System is an easy and convenient way to keep filtered water on hand. The reservoir holds two gallons of water. The filter has the ability to remove contaminants such as chlorine, mercury, and lead for up to 80 gallons. Two spigots deliver hot, cold, or room temperature water at the press of a button.<br /><br />The filtration system will be available on January 23, 2009 at Sur La Table and will cost $169.00.Arthur Erichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09419746733903263433noreply@blogger.com1