Cookware

Attachments for the Kitchenaid mixer

joycerm53 — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 00:41:15 GMT

Does anyone have any of the Kitchenaid attachments for the mixer??? Like the meat grinder, pasta maker etc.

What do you think of them? Are they worth it??

I like to make my own pasta and have a hand/crank type. Should I buy the attachment and make it easier? ?

I also sometime grind my own meat and have a hand grinder. Is it something I might use??

Any input will be much appreciatwd!

Joyce

im about to buy town craft cookware!any comments on it?

TonyaMichelle — Fri, 07 Mar 2008 20:23:06 GMT

im about to buy it.its expensive but ive only heard wonderful things about it.tell me what you guys think of it.am i making a wise choice by getting it?is it really all they say it is?i ahve severla family members that have pieces of it and they say they wouldnt trade it for nothing they love it.

Kitchenaid vs Bosch stand mixer

dcabeza — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 22:10:25 GMT

We're looking to get a stand mixer. Something to make cookies on a weekly basis as well as some other baking. Nothing in the $600 heavy duty range, but something in the $300 price range. Can anybody give us some recommendations?? Thanks.

Trying to find a cast iron pan, PLEASE HELP!!

CrazyBBQist — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 22:24:40 GMT

I have and love my cast iron pans they are the best My Mother in Law keeps threatening to steal one of my pans so I promised to get her one for Christmas thinking it would be no big deal. Boy, was I wrong!!! I am looking for a square cast iron pan without the grill lines in it. I found square ones but she does not want the raised grill lines in it. Mine is just a smooth bottom pan and that is want she wants but I can not find one anywhere!!! I even went to the Queen of Cast Iron Paula Deen and her's are the same thing, she does have one that has a smoooth bottom but it is very shallow. I hope someone can help me.

silicone bakeware

sslteach — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 01:15:39 GMT

Has anyone used silicone for baking? Did you like it or not?

Citizen Bread Maker Recipe Book

brainybeauty — Sat, 05 Apr 2008 18:59:25 GMT

Hi!

I recently was given a Citizen Auto Bakery Bread machine (Model: J5741X) and I am looking for the recipe book that would have come with it. It is not a large machine, so it makes a smaller loaf. Does anyone have this booklet/manual or a link to a website that has it??

Any help would be greatly appreciated!

What is a charger?

cast_iron_king — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 19:36:18 GMT

I have a catalogue of copper cookware, and one page it offers chaffing dishes, serving trays and chargers. What are chargers and why do I want one?

Kitchen Knife Opinions

Vblasingame — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 15:46:12 GMT

New to the forum, but not Taste of Home. I'm hoping some of the great down home cooks on here can help me out. I am looking to buy a new (good) set of kitchen knives. I've done some research and have a good idea of what the professionals use. My degree in is Home Economics, but I'm a cake decorator by profession. I want good knives, but don't need to spend the money the professionals do. Anyone have any ideas or opinions on what I should look at?

mold on cooking stone

arikawithana — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 02:21:22 GMT

I managed to get a slight spotting of mold on my Pampered Chef baking stone and am not sure what the best way to clean (and sanitize) it would be. Anyone have any suggestions? Thank you.

Why is tupperware so expensive?

jenluisaruiz — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 22:52:36 GMT

Does anyone know where I can buy some tupperware on sale? I would like to buy some but it seems so expensive. Its been around forever, why are the prices so high.

silicon muffin cup liners

grampaguy — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 21:56:24 GMT

Can anyone help me? I had posted on HINTS, re yorkshire puddings sticking to the muffin pans. Got a few responses, but have tried all of them. Now, I was thinking that if I bought these silicon muffin tin liners, they just might do the trick! Only problem is, I don't know if they can handle the 400 oven that my yorkies need...any thoughts? Thanks for the help, ladies.

Joan

All-Clad Kitchen Timer Clock

GrdnrTxn — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 17:32:45 GMT

I just purchased the timer clock. While I had no trouble in setting up the timer, I cannot figure out how to set the clock. I know it has to be simple and feel dumb because I cannot figure it out. Would you mind sharing with me how to set the clock, please.

What to bake in Nordic loaf/bundt pan?

Rainythemom — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 23:50:18 GMT

My neighbor gave me this lovely pan: I'm intrigued, I'm not much of a fancy chef!

http://www.bakedeco.com/a/nordicware-cast-bund-19764.htm

I'm not sure what to bake in it. Any ideas?

thanks in advance

Duncan Hines Cookie Scoop

Wernsing_IL — Sun, 29 Dec 2002 18:51:00 GMT

Several years ago when Duncan Hines came out with boxed cookie mixes they offered a plastic cookie dough scoop. This is my favorite utensil. I had a couple but over the years the membrane broke. I did find my moms after she passed away and it is my most cherished item. I use it very carefully since they are no longer found anywhere. Duncan Hines is no help. I have found the patent on it and have contacted some kitchen supply companies and no one wants to try to find out if they are available anywhere. Does anyone remember these and know where they can be found. They had a flexible plastic handle, somewhat like a baster bulb and a membrane scoop portion. If you know what I am talking about let me know. Thank you, thank you!!

Le Creuset Dutch Ovens

ScottsdalePrincess — Mon, 25 May 2009 23:33:04 GMT

About 6 weeks ago, I happened upon a sale at Dillards and snagged some Le Creuset Dutch ovens at excellent prices. For less than the price Williams Sonoma wants for a single Dutch oven, I scored 3. The 5-1/2 qt round, 7-1/4 quart round and a 2-3/4 or 3 qt oval (for small sides/casseroles or when I am by myself). Appears Dillards is discontinuing carrying Le Creuset and will now carry Staub instead, thus the sale. (Le Creuset is French, Staub is also pricey enameled cast iron but is German.) I was a bit leery because I had never cooked with cast iron. My old stainless Dutch oven bit the dust a while back, and it was time for a replacement (or 3 lol!).

I have used them various times and come to the conclusion I AM IN LOVE and how did I manage without them! A stainless Dutch oven does not hold a candle to these. These are exceptionally awesome pans! The cleanup is a breeze! Just a simple dish soap and a soft scrubbie (ie the "won't scratch" scrubbie sponges) are all it takes.

The cast iron holds its temperature exceptionally well. You can cook at lower temperatures and the pans will still maintain a simmer. So you can use less tender cuts of meat, which are typically cheaper so a budget saver in a way. This is very helpful living in Phoenix where it gets very hot. I would do a stovetop dish at a simmer before I would turn on the oven for 3 hours when it is over 110' outside. The oven heats up my entire living area, where stovetop does not. (These pans are both stovetop and oven safe.)

One note: if you are considering LeCreuset, go to Williams-Sonoma or Sur la Table and for $10 buy the Le Creuset replacement stainless knobs right off the bat, unless you intend to only do stovetop uses. The plastic knobs they come with are only oven safe to 375', whereas the stainless knobs are safe to any temperature. Granted most cooking in a Dutch oven won't need higher temperatures than that, but I do have a few recipes that do. And I have developed sort of a phobia of plastic at high temperatures anyhow. The knobs replace with just a screw sort of like a kitchen cabinet pull.

They are low maintenance. Simply wash and dry and they look brand new. Not fussy like my All-Clad stainless where you can see every smudge. (I would love a copper or copper/stainless saucepan, but hesitate based solely on the excessive maintenance real copper requires, not to mention the price it commands....)

They are also very decorative and come in assorted pretty colors. I have Chestnut (brown which has been discontinued unfortunately), Dune (a dark beige-ish color) and have my eye set on a piece in Flame (orange). These are all the colors for my house so they look very pretty on display, as well as functional.

Tho of course the 2 downfalls. a) Being cast iron they are HEAVY to state the obvious. b) Price. Tho if you find a sale like I did, they are a lot more reasonable. You also will need a place to store big HEAVY cookware from which you can retrieve it without injury lol! Or have a helper with significant upper body strength.

Basically these pans are worth the investment, even at full price. If you are just starting out and assembling a kitchen, strongly suggest a 5-qt. or larger enameled cast Dutch oven in your collection. You will get many uses from it, whether for soups, pasta, stews, casseroles, roasts, just about anything.

the best cookware

prupard — Mon, 07 Sep 2009 03:35:37 GMT

I need new cookware...some that will last. I am so tired of spending money on cookware that is worn out after a couple of years. Can someone give me a good recommendation on what has been a good investment for them?

popcorn ball maker

bobz — Tue, 22 Oct 2002 03:20:39 GMT

Hi, can anyone help me with finding a popcorn ball maker? WAY back in the late '50's we had a 2 piece red plastic popcorn ball maker. I think we got it for free with the back of Jiffy Pop popcorn bag. Mine broke and would LOVE to find another one. Or if anyone knows where I can buy one simular? It is that time of year, when it is time once again to make them, but it sure isn't fun without the maker. Thanks to anyone that can help me.

Chip in my enamal coated cast iron dutch oven

Casandy — Sun, 04 Oct 2009 17:49:08 GMT

Hi, I have a chip in the bottom of my oval enamel coated cast iron dutch oven. Does anyone know if it is safe to still cook with it? Or can it be repaired? It is a small chip, not sure if it will continue to chip...

Thanks in advance for any advice

Sandy

How to clean Circulon cookware?

ellymaelovestocook_IN — Wed, 29 Oct 2003 15:39:00 GMT

Good morning, everyone! I have a problem that I'm sure that someone here can help me with....

I have 8 year old Circulon non-stick cookware. When I bought it, I thought it would last me a lifetime. However, my frying pan has started to buckle so much that now it doesn't sit flat on my flat cook top.

Further, both the frying pan and wok pan have some kind of crud on the bottom inside. It looks like I'm not washing them well, but I promise I do!

I don't want to scrub with anything that's too abrasive, but the concentric circles on the cookware make it hard to clean.

I just tried simmering hot water and baking soda in the wok pan, but it didn't seem to make a bit of difference.

Anyone out there have Circulon cookware or any ideas about how to clean it well with the crud on it?

Thanks everyone!

ellymae

Looking for info on Cooks Club

ksf3 — Tue, 11 Oct 2005 14:02:08 GMT

Hi everyone,
Newbie poster here. I have a Cooks Club Apple Peeler Corer Slicer. Great device. Problem is that the Corer Blade is getting dull, and would be extremely difficult to hand sharpen. Does anyone know the contact info for the company (phone and/or address). I am unable to search the Internet under the heading of "Cooks Club" and not come up with viable contact info. I'd prefer not to buy an entirely new device. BTW, the device had (supposedly) a lifetime warranty. Thanks in advance - ksf3

Sunbeam Pie Maker 4805

jjssweetpea — Sat, 19 Sep 2009 11:24:47 GMT

Does anybody have the recipe book for the sunbeam pie maker? I bought one at a thirft shop but it didn't have a recipe book with it. If so could I get a copy of it? I would really appreciate it. Thanks

Jet Stream Oven

casperazz — Sun, 23 Nov 2008 03:16:06 GMT

I need some help!! I have a jet stream oven Model JS3000 which was purchased a lot of years ago. Unfortunately, it was stored away and never used but somehow ( after several moves) the instruction manual has disappeared. Can anyone out there tell me how to use this machine? My DH has decided that it should be put into use after all these years. I have contacted Norco and they don't have any instruction manuals for this oven.

Ellen

Brownies

the pink baker — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 17:54:53 GMT

I want to make some brownies, the recipe calls for a 13 x9 pan, but I like mine really thick, so can I use two 8 x 8 pans, and will it be enough batter for two pans? Thanks.

Expensive Cookware vs. Cheaper Cookware

berrysmoothie — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 22:28:13 GMT

When it comes to purchasing cookware, do you get the expensive brands or are you satisfied with the cheaper alternative?

I will admit I do notice a different when it comes to some cheaper brands. They either tear easier or don't heat has much as a name brand, but some cheaper items work just fine.

Cutco knives

friharbor — Wed, 21 Jan 2004 15:23:05 GMT

Does anyone know where I can possibly find a price list for the Cutco knives? I requested a catalog, but they sent me no price list. I like the products, but need to know prices before I purchase anything. There is no contact name given on my catalog either. Seems like they are making it hard to order.
Thanks,
friharbor