Kitchen Aid Cookware: Progressive International Steamer Basket Review

My steamer basket must be going on 20 years of age, looks like new.It has outlived the gift of a plug-in steamer that was the size of a food processor and awkward to clean (regifted that).It nestles in 2 quart or larger saucepans or Dutch ovens, with its trademark overlapping folding "petals" adjusting for the size of the pan. The stainless surface makes it reasonably easy to maintain. When using it to steam starchy vegetables like potatoes, I recommend coating it with vegetable spray to make clean-up less of a chore.The only thing better is the flat bottomed steamer insert that came with my Revere Ware saucepans. This, however, takes up much less storage space than any alternative.

Things others may not like: 1) The awkward thing about it is that moment of truth when you need to get the vegetables up and out of the steam pot into the serving dish. You kind of pinch the center pole with a potholder, make sure the sides are up at least a little, then spill the contents into the dish. Or you transfer the contents with tongs. 2) The legs are no more than an inch long, so the water level for steaming must be kept low. 3) This has not happened to mine but I have encountered many broken (and thus useless) baskets with missing petals or collapsed legs in hard-used beach cottages. 4) The petals sometimes catch on scrubbies or dishcloths when being washed, a fleeting annoyance.5) It fits awkwardly in the dishwasher and I believe washing it at the sink contributes to longevity.

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Product Description:
Progressive International® is your source for the widest range of functional, inventive, and fun kitchen tools and great ideas put into practice. Our in-house designers spend hours in the kitchen coming up with ways to improve on a variety of traditional tasks and tools. Established in 1973, our commitment to quality and service allows us to offer a broad selection of quality kitchenware and other household products. This Stainless steel steamer basket protects flavor and nutrients in foods.The adjustable basket fits into different sized pots and features 1" feet that keep food above boiling water. Simply fold down for compact and easy storage when not in use.9" diameter.

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