Joyce Chen 10-Inch Bamboo Steamer Set Review

This steamer worked really well.I've never steamed before but my experience thus far have been great.It's perfect for the single or couple that are looking for a quick and no mess way to fix a meal.I come home from work, put the water on, prep my food, and put it in the steamer.By the time, I've changed into casual clothes, dinner is ready.

It's opened the door to a whole new way of cooking!

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Joyce Chen opened her first restaurant in Cambridge, Massachusetts in 1958.She found that the selection and quality of Chinese cookware in America didn't live up to her high standards... so she developed her own.Today, Joyce Chen Products sources from all over the Pacific Rim to bring the best of Asia to you. This 10" steamer is two-tiered to enable you to steam twice as much in the same amount of time.Made of 100% bamboo, an earth-friendly renewable resource.Gift-boxed.

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Magefesa Star R 12-Quart Stainless Steel Pressure Cooker Review

Magefessa 12 quart pressure cooker.....IT IS GREAT!!! THE BEST PRESSURE COOKER I EVER HAD AND I HAVE 4 RIGHT NOW.

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Preserves vitamins and minerals that are usually lost with conventional cooking methods. Reduces cooking time up to 70% in nowdays busy life so you will be using less energy (ecofriendly) and saving money. Reduced CO2 emissions. Pot and lid made of 18/10 stainless steel.

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Kuhn Rikon 12-Quart Duromatic Stockpot Pressure Cooker Review

I just received my 12 quart Kuhn Rikon pressure cooker a week ago and I've used it three times already.I was replacing my 30 year old 6 quart Presto cooker mainly because I wanted a larger utensil.I wasn't dissatisfied with my Presto, but until I tried this Kuhn Rikon, I didn't realize that such a gap existed in terms of quality.

I am so glad I chose this Kuhn Rikon 12 quart model.It is a very well built, heavy gauge stainless steel cooker with a nice heavy bottom to help heat it evenly. The handles are sturdy don't get hot while cooking on my gas range. The lid attaches and twists into place very easily with no awkwardness or sticking.The lid gasket is thick and heavy duty. There is no jiggler weight to get lost.

The unit is very quiet.It is so quiet that I almost didn't notice when it had come up to pressure the first time I used it.You have to visually monitor it until you reach your cooking pressure and adjust your heat source to maintain it.There is no escaping rush of steam or hissing jiggler to alert you.But this is in no way a drawback.The cooker comes up to pressure quickly, and thanks to the red lines on the pop up pressure indicator, it is easy to adjust your heat to maintain the desired pressure.The faintest wisp of steam escapes from under the top steam deflector during cooking.

If you want to release pressure quickly, you can push down on the central pressure valve with your bare finger without getting burned.It gets a little warm, but does not get hot.All of the steam is deflected by the round deflector on top.You can also push the pressure stem down with a spoon if you prefer.

There are no negatives with this cooker from a usability perspective.I believe it is the best pressure cooker on the market.The only thing stopping this cooker from completely cornering the market is the hefty price.If it were priced 50% lower, it would easily take over market share from other contenders.

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If you cook for a crowd try the Kuhn Rikon Duromatic 12-Quart Hotel Pressure Stockpot, large enough to deliciously cook a 17-20 pound turkey.Serves 10-20.Everything about it is thicker and heavier to stand up to daily use year after year.The pan has a unique 11-inch diameter so there is lots of cooking surface for browning and sauteing.The aluminum heat-conducting base is especially thick. The short, stay-cool handles save space on the stovetop and for storing. This pressure cooker features an automated lid-locking system and safety release back-up system to give you ultimate peace of mind.Its spring-loaded valve eliminates guesswork.You see the exact pressure and know exactly when to start and stop cooking.So, there is no danger of overcooking and no noisy steam escapes.It's blissfully quiet.Cook healthy delicious meals in minutes, not hours.Easy to use with its interior fill lines, automatic locking system, and precision spring-loaded pressure release valve.Cooking with a Duromatic Pressure Cooker not only saves an incredible amount of time, it produces exquisitely delicious food.Vitamins are sealed in, instead of boiled away, vegetables keep their bright colors and flavors are so intense less seasoning is needed.While you are saving time you are also saving money and natural resources. Using a Duromatic Pressure Cooker also conserves energy.Included is Quick Cuisine Cookbook, a $14.00 value - free.

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Fagor Splendid 10-Quart Pressure Cooker/Canner Review

This is an excellent pressure cooker at an excellent price. I do feel they should have included a trivet and metal plate. All of the accessories are extra.

I ordered the canning rack which holds 4 pints. I don't believe it would be wise to try to can quarts in this one, but the directions were not clear. In fact, I would have given this a much higher rating if they were, but I had trouble figuring out how to use it...and one does want to follow directions where a pressure cooker is concerned. They kept referring to to pressures, hi and low. I finally realized the 6 qt model has both but not the 10 and the directions were applicable to each model. The 10 quart pressures at 15 lbs....FAST!

I once had Fagor 6 qt model and themetal was heavier than this one. However, the upside is that it is easier to lift up to pour things from it which is a plus if you're elderly as I am.

I really like they way this cooks; fast, easy to clean. It's beautifully designed pan.

There are numerous uses for non-pressure cooking too. Big enough for a stock pot, cooking spagetting for a crowd, etc etc.

I haven't canned with it. However, I plan on making a big pot of soup and canning what's left.

One reviewer mentioned that you can't fill it over 2/3 full. That is true of ANY pressure cooker. So if you are debating between a 6 quart or a 10 quart, go for the 10 quart.

There are additional accessories for this..canning rack, bucket insert (for spaghetti, etc.)I recommend getting the lid for non-pressured food and keep the pressure lid for pressure.

I don't think you will be disappointed with this product.

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Fagors basic pressure cooker model is ideal for beginners who want a no-frills pressure cooker with all the standard features. Recommended by the Cooking Club of America!Fagors Splendid pressure cookers are fast, efficient and healthy pieces of cookware.Available in 4, 6, and 10-quart sizes and sets.The 10 quart model also serves as a canner allowing you to home can your favorite foods.Constructed of 18/10 stainless steelExclusive triple valve safety system plus safety lock on handle prevents opening before all pressure is released.Two independent over-pressure release valves assure no excess pressure build-up.Spring-type mechanism with one pressure setting: HIGH (15psi)Works on all types of domestic stovetops: gas, electric, ceramic and induction.Simple-to-use dial format makes it easy to regulate and release pressure, and remove for cleaning!Select the automatic pressure release position to release pressure or the unlock position to remove for cleaning.Visual pressure indicator on handle shows when all pressure has been released from cooker. li>Complete with Instruction manual, recipe book, and a 10-year warrantyEasy to clean; pressure cooker pot is dishwasher safe

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Kuhn Rikon HotPan 3 Liter Casserole red Review

I really like this HotPan.I don't have to spent too much time in front of the stove and don't have to use a lot of electricity to cook the food.For a cooking dummy like me, the food comes out great every single time I use this pan.

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Thermal cookware is just catching on in the United States, but it has been popular in Europe for years.For good reason.It uses 60 percent less energy and much less water than traditional cooking.This means more nutrition and more flavor.Kuhn Rikon Hotpan Thermal Cookware combines superb functionality with precision Swiss design.The mirror-polished stainless cooking pans have a think aluminum sandwich bottom for fast and even heat distribution. The lids snug into the wide pot rim and are double-walled for increased heat insulation.On the inside, lids are lower in the middle than around the edge. This design forces condensation from cooking foods to gather and fall from the center of the lid back into the pan instead of escaping from around the rim.The stay cool high-heat resistant handles don't take up room on the stove.Hotpan's brightly colored serving holder of high quality, scratch resistant melamine acts as a thermal blanket, retaining heat.Food stays hot, fresh and delicious for up to 2 hours when the stainless steel cook pan is placed in the insulating holder.

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Luminarc Working Glass 21 oz w/Red Lid, Set of 4 Review

I can't say enough good things about these glasses. I love the size and shape of them and have owned the mixed sizes (21 oz and 14 oz) for over 20 years. They are thick, heavy and sturdy....practically indestructible. They also have a wide bottom which makes them extremely difficult to knock over and spill. Finally, they have an extra large capacity (21 oz) which means fewer trips required for refills.

I like to keep a large glass of water (complete with lots of ice) near me all the time since I drink it frequently. This is the only glass I've found that I like for that purpose. The largest size I've been able to find from other manufacturers is a puny (by comparison) 16 oz capacity for their large glasses and only about 10-12 oz (or less) capacity for their smaller or "juice" glasses. By comparison, the smaller, juice size version of these "Working Glasses" (listed elsewhere on Amazon) is a designated 14 oz but you can actually get 15 oz of liquid in them and still be below the rim. That makes the small size "Working Glass" almost as large as most other manufacturers' LARGE size.

After scouring the drink-ware market looking for additional ones for the past few years (including reviewing other manufacturers' catalogs looking for similar ones),I have found nothing even close to them in quality, capacity and utility on the market. I was thrilled to find them still available here on Amazon but I would add one caveat or warning.

My older sets all have "Luminarc" and "500" stamped on the bottoms of the glasses but these newer ones have nothing marked on the bottoms. For that reason, I've been unable to determine whether they are really manufactured by Luminarc (they still may very well be) or are copies made by someone else.

Other than the lack of labeling on the bottom, these are identical to my older glasses in all other respects (size, shape, weight, feel, etc) however. I simply don't know yet if they will have the same durability and resistance to scratches as my older ones (I guess only time will tell). That lack of certainty about the manufacturer is the *ONLY* reason I have given a rating of 4 stars instead of 5 for this item.

Update: After doing some investigation with customer service and other sources, I discovered that the glasses I received were manufactured in the USA by Arc International, which is Luminarc's parent company. Based upon that, I raised my review from 4 to 5 stars.

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Set of 4 Durable Glasses.

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Concept Housewares 3-Piece 10-Inch Bamboo Steamer Review

It was just what I ordered.It came in good condition just a day late but it was though the holidays.

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For healthy, flavorful cooking at home, turn to this three-piece bamboo steamer. Measuring 10 inches in diameter by 5-1/2 inches tall, it can accommodate a whole meal--place chicken and potatoes on one level and a medley of broccoli, zucchini, and bok choy on the other. Its dual-level design makes it possible to steam twice as much at the same time as a traditional steamer. Simply arrange any assortment of food on one or both tiers, cover with the bamboo lid, set the steamer in a wok or over a sauce pan that has a little water in it, and heat the water.
Steam cooking does not require the use of any oil or butter, plus it preserves more vitamins and nutrients than other cooking methods. Made of naturally sustainable bamboo, the steamer will not swell, split, or absorb moisture, and it effectively retains heat to ensure a flavorful, evenly cooked meal. The lower level of the steamer will cook food more quickly, so use it for larger items; the top tier works well for vegetables or smaller pieces that require less cooking time. A great way to cook and serve Asian-inspired foods with authentic flair, the bamboo steamer makes a useful addition to any busy kitchen and should be hand washed.

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Concept Housewares 3-Piece 10-Inch Bamboo Steamer Review

It was just what I ordered.It came in good condition just a day late but it was though the holidays.

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For healthy, flavorful cooking at home, turn to this three-piece bamboo steamer. Measuring 10 inches in diameter by 5-1/2 inches tall, it can accommodate a whole meal--place chicken and potatoes on one level and a medley of broccoli, zucchini, and bok choy on the other. Its dual-level design makes it possible to steam twice as much at the same time as a traditional steamer. Simply arrange any assortment of food on one or both tiers, cover with the bamboo lid, set the steamer in a wok or over a sauce pan that has a little water in it, and heat the water.
Steam cooking does not require the use of any oil or butter, plus it preserves more vitamins and nutrients than other cooking methods. Made of naturally sustainable bamboo, the steamer will not swell, split, or absorb moisture, and it effectively retains heat to ensure a flavorful, evenly cooked meal. The lower level of the steamer will cook food more quickly, so use it for larger items; the top tier works well for vegetables or smaller pieces that require less cooking time. A great way to cook and serve Asian-inspired foods with authentic flair, the bamboo steamer makes a useful addition to any busy kitchen and should be hand washed.

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