Archive for the 'Kitchen Appliances' Category

07.04.2009

Extending the Life of Your Food Storage Appliances

Author: Gary Palmer

vkp250-16-food-strainer-replacement-hopper.jpg

Recognize the item depicted above?

It’s not simply a funnel.  It’s a replacement hopper for a food strainer / sauce maker.  If you don’t own a sauce maker, then that may not mean much to you, but if you do, then this should remind you that replacement parts are available. 

When we think replacement parts, many are prone to think merely of rubber gaskets, filters, or other parts that tend to wear out through the normal wear and tear of everyday use.  Hoppers, on the other hand, would not be something that you would expect to gradually lose their usefulness.  The same can be said for other pieces on other small kitchen appliances.

Yet, they can break.  An unintentional bang, smash or drop can do them in.  Then what do you do? Is it time to discard that once handy appliance?  The answer is, “not necessarily.”

There may be replacement parts available for those pieces that break or become lost.  A search might be advisable if you wish to contine using an otherwise perfectly usable machine.

06.02.2009

Get Organized: Prepare Your Meats Before Hand

Author: Fresh_Foods
Back-to-Basics-Electric-Meat-Grinder

Meat grinding is often done to make different meat ingredients for hamburgers, sausages and other meat dishes.  If you like preparing your meat beforehand, an electric meat grinder will suit you best.  Some models even come with attachments for sausage-making.  Most meat grinders have different size meshes so various sized meat cuts can be achieved.  Typically, all kinds of meat can be run through a grinder.

Having an electric meat grinder in your kitchen could be an advantage.  Some meat grinders can even grind up hard fruits and vegetables.  If you prefer making your own meals, instead of buying pre-processed meats and meat by-products, this is the kitchen tool for you.  It is easy to use and easy to clean.  Some are even designed for easy storage.

08.12.2008

Kitchen gadgets

Author: Fresh_Foods
VitaClay kitchen gadgets

The art of slow cooking is experiencing a revival. This is a good sign that Americans are now paying attention to what they eat. Instead of ordering fast food takeout or pizza delivery, more moms are spending time on the kitchen to provide their families with more nutritious meals.

If you are serious about your children’s health and nutrition, cook them a good meal. It is so heartwarming to come home to a great tasting dinner at the end of a stressful day at school, or the office. If you feel that you have no time to prepare dinner every night, you could simply cook large portions over the weekend and place them in the freezer. You can simply reheat them in the microwave. To make things even easier, make sure that you have a complete set of kitchen gadgets to make your home cooking a breeze.