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Use New Cooking Appliances to Improve the Looks of Your Home

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Kleenmaid Appliances

Enhance your home through the latest cooking appliances!

For all the grey hairs acquired through renovating or building a new home, it’s surely all worth it when the time comes to select your new kitchen appliances. With a breathtaking array of technologically advanced new products on the market, you’ll feel like all your Christmases have come at once.

Whether you’re an enthusiastic novice chef, a busy parent feeding hordes of hungry children, or a regular Nigella in the kitchen, there are appliances tailored to suit your needs and enhance your lifestyle. Kitchen appliances have doubtless come a long way since you last perused what was on offer. Let’s look at pyrolytic ovens, for example. If you thought a self-cleaning oven was the stuff of fantasy, think again. Pyrolytic ovens are designed to do just that. By utilising very high temperatures, pyrolytic ovens are able to convert food residue into ash, which is then simply wiped away with a cloth- no cleaning products required. If you’ve ever shuddered at the thought of chemical residue from your oven cleaning products finding it’s way into your food (and unfortunately, this does happen), a Pyrolytic oven might be a good choice for you. Or perhaps you simply view cleaning the oven as one of life’s great miseries. By installing a pyrolytic oven, you’re permanently relieving yourself of that particular chore. To learn more about how you can enhance your lifestyle and home through the latest cooking appliances, visit Kleenmaid Appliances.

Induction stove tops are another fantastic way to keep things humming along smoothly in the kitchen. Through the use of electromagnetism, induction stovetops are able to provide precise temperature control, and even heat distribution. Induction cooktops can also heat more rapidly than traditional electric or gas cooktops- while maintaining a cool and safe cooking surface. For anyone who’s ever accidentally brushed a hand over a still burning electric hotplate, the benefits of induction cooktops are immediately evident. Moreover, it is the method overwhelmingly favored Kleenmaid Appliances by top chefs the world over. For the serious home cook considering a new cooktop, it’s the only option.

How to Make Cake Pops and Doughnut Holes: Perfect Every Time

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Cake Pop and Doughnut Hole Baker

The cutie above is the Nostalgia Electrics JFD-100 Cake Pop & Donut Hole Bakery and, let’s face it, it’s a dream come true.  Who doesn’t LOVE cake pops and doughnut holes – in fact, I love them so much I’m officially dying for some of both right now.

Product Features

  • Make up to 7 donut holes or other baked treats quickly and easily
  • Non-stick coating for easy cooking and clean-up
  • Comes in injector for making jelly or cream filled donuts and more
  • Recipes included for donuts, muffins, brownies bites and more
  • Great for baking both sweet and savory treats of all kinds

Product Description

Now you can cook delicious donut holes and other pastries at home without even turning on an oven. Make jelly donuts, puff pancakes, mini cinnamon buns and more. It’s great for snack time, party time or anytime! A handy injector is included to give your donuts a variety of fillings such as jelly, cream or caramel. Delectable appetizers and h’ordeuvres are ready in minutes. Use your imagination and have fun!

Click through the link or image above for more information. The Nostalgia Electrics JFD-100 Cake Pop & Donut Hole Bakery would serve up countless smiles – the ear to ear variety!

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Rival’s Electric Roaster Frees Up the Oven

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Electric Roaster

The Rival 18-qt. Roaster Oven, White, shown above, is the answer to our “What can we squeeze into the oven next?!” problem. That’s really the biggest headache when cooking a big meal, especially during the holidays. On Thanksgiving, in particular, I find myself trying to be a time wizard with my baking. I put the turkey in (which is an oven hog), then the dressing. Then the dressing comes out and has to wait for another casserole, etc. Trying to keep everything warm and fresh is a pain.

Every year I grumble at the turkey for taking up so much precious oven space for so long.

And then along comes the Rival 18-qt. Roaster Oven, White. It says, “Problem? What problem?”

Rival White Roaster Oven:

Around the holidays, cooking for families and large groups is common. However, in the kitchen, the traditional oven usually does not provide enough cooking capacity for the main meal, side dishes and baked desserts. Enter the roaster oven, that provides a second oven freeing up the traditional oven for other dishes. This roaster is large enough to cook large roasts and turkeys up to 18 pounds. In addition, this roaster cooks up to 30% faster and with up to 77% less energy than a traditional oven.

Features Include:

  • 18-quart roaster oven roasts, bakes, cooks, and can be used for serving
  • Removable steel roasting rack
  • Removable enamel-on-steel roasting pan
  • Accommodates large roasts and turkeys up to 18 pounds
  • Adjustable temperature from 150 to 450 degrees F
  • Stay-cool side handles
  • 1-year warranty

Take a closer look at the answer to every Thanksgving and Christmas cook’s dream: Rival 18-qt. Roaster Oven, White

Hamilton Beach Power Deluxe Hand/Stand Mixer

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Hamilton Beach Power Deluxe from EmilyThanks, Emily!

Fellow moms (and a lot of dads for that matter), you know how it is. You want something really badly, but you just never get around to getting it for yourself. It’s so much funner to buy things for your spouse, kids, and cats!

That’s the way it has been for me when it comes to the Hamilton Beach Power Deluxe 6 Speed Hand/Stand Mixer. I’ve wanted a stand alone mixer for just about as long as I can remember. I tend to especially remember my great desire when I’m cooking/baking and desperately wishing for a second set of hands.

I also find myself wanting one in the worst way when beating something that takes a great deal of time (egg whites, divinity, some fudge).

Thanks to my oldest daughter, Emily, I no longer have to wish, I simply have to go to the bakers rack and get mine down. Em and I were shopping a few days ago and she coyly lured me to the kitchen appliances (it never takes much effort to get me THERE). She pointed out the Hamilton Beach Power Deluxes on the shelf and asked, “If you were going to buy one, which color would you buy?” While I loved the black and the white muchly, my St. Louis Cardinal’s heart said, “Red!”

Then she proceeds to grab the box (there was only one red left) and places it in the cart. Her smile told me that it was, indeed, mine now and I had to refrain from doing a happy dance right there in the store – not that it would have embarrassed her, she’d have simply danced with me, but if word got back to my younger daughters, I’d never hear the end of it.

My dear, beautiful, intelligent, witty, sweet, and charming daughter allowed me to take it home with me – which is a good thing, I didn’t want to have to wrestle her for it. Why wait a week when you can play with your new toy right away?!

If you, like me, have been wanting one of these beauties for a long time, you have two choices:

  1. Buy it today!  If you tend to put your loved ones ahead of yourself, think of it this way: Who will you be making all the cakes, cookies, rolls, and candy for anyway?!
  2. Do some heavy duty, masterful, ninja-like hinting.  You have a few days left before Mother’s Day.  As for you baking Fathers, you have plenty of time to start raining hints before Father’s Day.

Product Features

  • Doubles as a hand mixer
  • Shift & Stir bowl
  • 275 Watts peak power
  • QuickBurst button
  • 4 quart glass bowl
  • Includes beaters, whisk and dough hooks
  • Bowl Rest mixer stabilizer
  • Easy-clean rounded cord

Take a closer look at the beautiful Power Deluxe 6 Speed Hand/Stand Mixer. Take it from me, HAVING is so much better than WANTING.

Tea Lovers, You Know You Want It

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IQ Innovations Fine T 4-Cup Gourmet Tea Machine

You know that when it comes to coffee and chocolate, I don’t mess around.  What you may not know is that I’m just as big a tea fanatic.  Green tea, black tea, herbal tea, flavored teas, and a recent obsession, Peppermint tea – are amongst my constant companions.

The more you experiment with different brewing methods, as well as different teas, the more you realize what a big, beautiful world it is for tea lovers! The IQ Innovations Fine T 4-Cup Gourmet Tea Machine (pictured above) is just one of the ways to get the most out of your tea experiences.

Make a perfect brew of tea with this automatic tea machine:

  • Seven settings to brew all gourmet loose leaf teas
  • Heated infusion chamber to ensure perfect temperature results
  • 24-hour programmable timed starter
  • Comprehensive cleaning program
  • Makes 4 cups of tea
  • 2 year Manufacturer’s Warranty
  • Tea not included

Product Description
Enjoy perfect tea right in your own kitchen with the new IQ Innovations Fine T 4-Cup Gourmet Tea Machine. This automatic tea machine allows you to control your desired temperature and customize your timing for the loose leaf tea you desire. It is fully programmable for all types of loose leaf tea, ensuring perfect water temperatures and steep times.

Read more: IQ Innovations Fine T 4-Cup Gourmet Tea Machine

Brilliant Coffeemaker from Cuisinart Does It All For You

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Grind & Brew™ 10-Cup Automatic Coffeemaker Black

The Grind & Brew™ 10-Cup Automatic Coffeemaker from Cuisinart automatically grinds the beans to produce the freshest, most flavorful pot of coffee imaginable.

This brilliant coffeemaker is fully programmable and struts such a sleek, European design that any kitchen will welcome its beauty.

Cuisinart Grind & Brew Automatic Coffeemaker Features

  • Elegant Italian styling
  • Automatically grinds whole beans before brewing
  • 24 hour fully programmable
  • Brew Pause™ feature lets you enjoy a cup before brewing has finished
  • Adjustable auto shutoff – 0-4 hours
  • Grind off feature
  • 1-4 cup feature
  • 10-cup (5 oz. each) carafe with ergonomic handle, dripless spout and knuckle guard
  • Charcoal water filter removes impurities
  • Separate grinder chamber and filter area make for easy cleanup
  • Limited 3-year warranty

Chalk this little beauty as another great potential Mother’s Day gift!

Gorgeous Kitchen Aid Stand Mixer in a Blue that Floats My Boat

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Refurbished Accolade™ Stand Mixer Juniper Berry

Sigh. Is this Refurbished Accolade™ Stand Mixer Juniper Berry not the most breath-taking piece of culinary beautifulness you’ve ever seen?   I’m totally weak in the knees and can think of nothing but getting my dough-covered hands all over it.

Features:
High-Performance, 400-watt motor delivers the power to mix everyday household recipes including double batches of batter and cookie dough, quick breads, pizza dough, and basic white bread dough. Includes flat beater, dough hook, stainless steel wire whip. Pouring Shield not included, Pouring Shield sold separately Tilt-head design, Stainless steel bowl with ergonomic handle, Locked rotor protection Soft start mixing feature, Electronic speed sensor, Hinged hub cover for easy use of attachments Dimensions: 14.0″H x 14.5″W x 8.5″D, 22 lbs.

….and it’s UK blue!

On Thanksgiving morning, as a tradition, I make these amazing puff pastries that I fill with a homemade whipped topping.  Each year when I make the pastry (as well as the rest of the year when making homemade bread, doughnuts, pizza crust, etc.) I think what a difference a stand alone mixer would make.  The dough could be getting all kinds of a beat down while my hands are free to chop, cut, blend, throw chocolate into my mouth… you know, the necessities.

Click through the link above to learn more.  These beauties are available in every color you could imagine, making them more than just one of a kitchen’s greatest appliances – they’re killer decor!

I know I don’t have to tell you what wonderful Christmas gifts they’d make.  You’d truly light up someone’s world.  (Michael, dear, are you listening?…)


A Favorite Kitchen Appliance: My Food Processor

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Black & Decker food processor

You know what a fool I am for kitchen gadgets and appliances. My knees get weak when I’m in the kitchen gadgets and kitchen appliance aisles. One of my favorite appliances ever is actually one that I wasn’t sure I’d ever use – my food processor.

I have a killer cutting board () and a fantastic set of knives (), as well as several hand-held graters. I honestly just didn’t think I needed a food processor.

Silly woman.

I use my food processor more often than I ever realized I would. It’s so fast, easy, and efficient. I know my hummus recipes, salsas, and pico de gallo wouldn’t be nearly as winsome without it. I used it recently when making salmon patties, too. The crackers, onions, salmon, lemons, and celery took a fun (abbreviated) spin and the patties were remarkable.

The food processor at the top of the post is the Black & Decker 10-Cup Food Processor from Cymax Stores. I trust any appliance with the name Black & Decker on it. It’s been good to me.

Features:

  • Food processor has a white and grey finish
  • Food processor has 400 watts of power
  • Food processor has a 10 cup capacity
  • Pulse setting, chops
  • Nonskid feet
  • Safety lock to prevent accidental operation
  • Includes reversible slice/shred disc

Chop, slice, blend, mix and more with this Black & Decker 10-Cup Food Processor. With four hundred watts of power, the food processor features pulse settings and can hold up to ten cups.

The 10-Cup Food Processor has numerous safety features, including non-skid feet, so your kitchen can be as safe as it is delicious.

Read more about the Black & Decker 10-Cup Food Processor. Trust me, you won’t know how you ever cooked without a food processor!

Free Up More Room in Your Kitchen With The Sharp Over the Range Microwave Oven

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Sharp R140 1.4 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave Oven
Yesterday, while cleaning my kitchen, I started looking around for ways that’d allow me more room. God was very kind to me when He blessed me with a large kitchen. I guess it’s because He knows it’s where I spend most of my day. He wanted me to be comfortable!

The thing is, I’m a kitchen gadget and pans junkie and a fanatic for dishes. So, as you can imagine, I have more “goodies” than I have a place to put them. I’d love a Baker’s Rack, but the only space available is currently occupied by my microwave oven and the stand it sits on.

I’m completely unwilling to give up any counter space for the mircrowave, however. I love my counter space and would love more of it, not less.

So, I got to looking around and it hit me: An above the range microwave oven would be absolutely perfect. Rainbow Appliance.com has a gorgeous Sharp R140 1.4 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave Oven
that I’ve fallen hard for. Very, very nice.

From the Website:
The R-1405 is ideal for homemakers who want to save valuable counterspace (That’s me!) with a well-designed, reasonably priced Sharp Carousel Over the Range Microwave Oven. This model has clean lines and a large cooking capacity – a 14 1/8″ Sharp Carousel.

Click through the link to read more about the Sharp R140 1.4 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave Oven. While on the site, be sure to look around at the great, great deals they have on everything else.  And, whatever you do, check out the REBATES section – you’ll save even more money.  Saving money’s almost as desirable as extra room in the kitchen.

Almost.