Our first rotisserie was an older compact Ronco with a cylindrical cooking chamber and a horizontal spit, a nice enough product that delivered fine results -- but it was a hassle.The chicken had to be very carefully and tightly trussed, because of the side-to-side orientation of the spit.The quad spikes that made up the spit had to be very carefully centered on the bird, so that the relatively weak motor wouldn't hang up as it tried to lift the heavier side, a process complicated by moving bird parts if the chicken wasn't perfectly trussed.Anything more than a 3.5-4 pound bird ran the risk of brushing up against the drip tray on every rotation, and in general, we found the whole process to be more trouble than it was worth.We just didn't use it very often.
Enter the Cuisinart CVR-1000.Everything that was wrong about the Ronco was right about this one.The vertical spit, the spacious interior cooking space, the ability to choose different temperature settings, even the clean lines and stainless exterior.The cooking process couldn't be much easier and more convenient.Because it's a vertical spit, you just truss the legs together (or not), and slide the cavity of the bird down over the central support.That's it.No sharp metal spikes to drive through the bird, no trying to properly orient the weight of it all, no trying to match the ends of the spikes to metal sockets on another round disk.The support sits in the round drip tray (looks like a small cake pan), and both come out of the oven easily.So you can set everything up on the counter, slip it right into the oven, turn it on and an hour later you have a wonderfully cooked bird.
Cleaning is a cinch.There's a polished heat reflector behind the heating elements that just slides right out.The drip tray catches all the juices, so what's left is just a quick and easy wipe-down on the glass door and interior walls.
The oven sports an interior light, which is really more novelty than tool, but it's nice to be able to see a little more clearly how dark the skin may be getting.
I try to avoid superlatives in reviews, but with products like this one, it's okay to fail sometimes.This is the best rotisserie I've owned.Performance and aesthetic appeal matched with wonderful ease of use and convenience.I do highly recommend brining your birds before cooking.While rotisserie chickens are often juicy and flavorful without, you can end up with some absolutely amazing results with.A delicious maple brine we use consists of 2 quarts water, 1 cup dark brown sugar, 1/2 cup soy sauce, 1/2 cup real maple syrup, 1/4 cup + 2 tablespoons sea salt, 5 whole cloves garlic (peeled), 4 whole bay leaves, 2 large sprigs of thyme, 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns.Mix it together, bring it to a boil and cook it until all the sugars are dissolved.Let it cool to room temperature before adding the bird.Refrigerate both together (bird fully submerged -- this is enough brine for one 4-4.5 pound chicken) for between 5.5 to 6 hours, then toss it in the rotisserie according to the included instructions (about an hour + 5 minutes for that sized bird).What you'll have at the end is a subtly flavored smoky sweet very juicy and flavorful bird, superior to anything you might find at typical groceries or rotisserie fast food places.
Love this machine, and will highly recommend it to friends and family.
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Cuisinart CVR-1000 Vertical Countertop Rotisserie with Touchpad ControlsProduct Description: Enjoy the benefits of an electric roaster without losing valuable counter space thanks to this unique, vertically designed rotisserie. One of the fastest, most efficient ways to prepare meat, the appliance can roast up to 8 pounds at a time, basting meat in its own juices as it rotates, while draining away unwanted fat and grease into a removable drip tray for healthier results. The unit provides simple touchpad controls with an LCD readout and five preset temperature settings: 325, 350, 400, 425, and 450 degrees F. Cook anything from chicken, salmon, or pork roast to shish kebabs or a medley of summer vegetables with the included accessories, which include an eight-piece skewer set, a roasting rack, a poultry tower, and a multi-purpose basket. Not sure where to start? A recipe book comes included with easy-to-follow dinner ideas. Other highlights include a removable chrome insert that reflects heat as the rotisserie turns to keep the temperature consistent, a three-hour countdown timer with automatic shut-off, a generous door handle, a viewing window, an interior light with an on/off switch, a nonstick interior, and dishwasher-safe parts for quick cleanup. Beautifully housed in brushed stainless steel, the countertop rotisserie measures approximately 16 by 15-3/5 by 17-1/2 inches and carries a three-year limited warranty.
From the Manufacturer To keep the temperature consistent, a removable chrome insert reflects heat as the rotisserie turns, and a 3-hour countdown timer with auto-shutoff ensures perfect timing. Cuisinart includes helpful accessories as well as a recipe book with a number of delicious options to help get you started.
Easy-to-Use Control Panel The benefits of the CVR-1000 vertical rotisserie start with its handy control panel, which lets you get started without having to stress about it. The panel's features include:
- Start/Stop Button: Press to turn rotisseries On and press and hold for 2 seconds to power Off. Press the Start/Stop to pause the countdown timer. Both heater and motor will turn off, and the remaining time will flash in the LCD display. To resume cooking at the temperature selected and continue countdown, press Start/Stop button again. If the button is not pushed within 30 minutes, selected settings will be cancelled and the timer will display 0:00.A convenient "memory" feature allows the unit to automatically resume cooking at the time and temperature selected if the power is interrupted for 30 seconds or less. To turn off the oven anytime during the cooking cycle, press and hold Stop button for two seconds. The heating element and motor will turn off. When cooking time has elapsed, five short beeps will sound when the rotisserie turns off.
- Interior Light Button: Press this button to turn on light to view food while cooking. Light turns off automatically when rotisserie turns off.
- Temperature Control Button: Press to select for 5 preset heat settings. Gently touch the TEMP button until the LED illuminates under your preferred setting: 325°F, 350°F, 400°F, 425°F, or 450°F.
- Hour & Minute Button: Use this to set cooking time by gently pressing the Hour and Minute button. Hold the minute button down to scroll through the digits, or press and release to advance on digit at a time. Selected time will appear in the LCD display. You can also cook in your rotisserie without setting the timer. Simply select a temperature and the oven will automatically shut off after 4 hours. You can adjust the timed cooking cycle, or set the timers during a manual cooking cycle.
LCD Time Display: Displays 3-hour countdown timer. NOTE: Rotisserie shuts off automatically when timer reaches 0:00.
Features & Accessories Versatile Rotisserie Accessories: All accessories are dishwasher safe, and include: - Vertical Poultry Tower:A healthy way to roast a whole chicken
- Skewer Set:Perfect for shish kebabs
- Multi Purpose Basket:Holds fish and vegetables firmly as they cook
- Roasting Rack:Keeps roasts moist and tender as they cook
- Rotating Tray Support Rack: Supports the drip tray and cooking accessories. Rotates to ensure food cooks evenly
- Nonstick Drip Tray:Catches fat for healthier cooking and easy cleanup
Interior Light:Allows you to view food as it cooks
Chrome Insert:Reflects heat for more even cooking; remove to make interior of rotisserie easy to clean
Vented Top:Automatically releases heat and steam
Heating Element:Located on the back wall of interior
Door Handle:Stays cool to the touch
Wide Base with Nonslip Feet: Keeps rotisserie balanced and securely in place
Bringing the Good Life Home
Cuisinart products are designed to make life delicious all day long. Specialty items, like the CVR-1000 vertical rotisserie, offer today's consumers a variety of menu options, and fun and easy new ways to entertain family and friends.
Cuisinart first came into home kitchens over 30 years ago when it introduced the now legendary food processor. People discovered that routines could be broken and creative cooking quickly became part of the new lifestyle. Preparing fresh ingredients with products that offered easy and interesting new techniques meant healthier meals and more free time.
Today Cuisinart develops products to make every meal memorable. From breakfast toast and coffee to elegant five-course dinners, the preparation and cooking have become a pleasurable part of the total experience. Today's relaxed lifestyles and the convenience of Cuisinart products make it easier than ever to Savor the Good Life, right at home with family and friends. END
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My wife really likes this pot rack.Good size, shape, quality.Easy to hang.I really, really recommend buying the extra hooks with this as the rack can hold more pans the number of hooks they supply.
