I purchased this electric wok after many years using a traditional one that I used on top of a burner on my gas range. The old one was getting kind of scummy – I know people say it was seasoned but it really wasn’t. Different from a cast iron pan! I love this new gadget for many reasons: … Continue reading
KitchenAid just introduced a new attachment called the spiralizer for their different models of KitchenAid Stand Mixers. Did you know that the first KitchenAid stand mixer was introduced in 1914? I am on my second mixer which is bigger and more powerful. The first one made it through 30+ years of moderate to heavy use. … Continue reading
I certainly have had my share of tortilla warmers, the nice ceramic or terra cotta ones that look so nice on the table. Unfortunately, they do not stay warm very long. I have even wrapped a few in paper towels and microwaved them for a quick wrap but are not good for when you are … Continue reading
My new and red stoneware baguette baker is my latest addition in my kitchen. It makes three 13-1/2″ traditional thin (2-1/4″) crispy French baguettes. Mine were not that long but the flavor and crust were there on all three loaves. My loaves rose up and not lengthwise so much. The lid traps the steam to … Continue reading
This is one of my oldest kitchen gadgets that I have used a lot over many years. Poached salmon for dinner was always a favorite, along with some fresh herbs, lemon slices and maybe a little sauce. Of course the salmon can be used in salads, pasta dishes and even salmon cakes. See my recipes … Continue reading
I have been collecting ice cube trays for some time – I like unique and fun trays that make any drink special. So far I have 20 different ice cube trays ranging from the ones you might find in your freezer, to swizzle sticks to animals and flowers to holidays such as Halloween and even … Continue reading
This gadget is a must have in your kitchen if you bake bread or especially pizzas. Most of us do not have stone ovens such as Zingerman’s, one of my local bakeries. I have taken a number of their classes and the rolls and pizzas I have made there – yum, yum, yum! Baking Stone: … Continue reading
When you need to core an apple this is a very handy gadget to use. It has a serrated edge and it goes right through the whole apple; then just pull it out and you have successfully cored an apple. I like to make dried apples as snacks, with a little cinnamon/sugar mix and this … Continue reading
These sandwiches were a big hit beginning in the early 2000s and as far as I am concerned are still a hit. The flavors blend together so well under the weight and heat of the Panini press. With sun-dried and green basil pesto (homemade) what a combination this Panini is. Now is the time to … Continue reading
I own a Cuisinart Spice and Nut Grinder which is very handy to have when I need finely ground herbs and spices for a recipe. If you grow a lot of herbs like I do this is a “must have” in your kitchen. The picture on the right is my KitchenAid coffee grinder which I only use for … Continue reading