Friday, September 30, 2011

T-Fal Performance Stainless Steel Copper Bottom Cookware, 10 Piece Set (Kitchen)

T-Fal Performance Stainless Steel Copper Bottom Cookware, 10 Piece Set
T-Fal Performance Stainless Steel Copper Bottom Cookware, 10 Piece Set (Kitchen)
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Krups GVA20840 Mini Chopper (Kitchen)

Krups GVA20840 Mini Chopper
Krups GVA20840 Mini Chopper (Kitchen)
By Krups

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Chop, puree, blend and emulsify solid and liquid foods with one touch with the Krups GVA20840 Mini Chopper. An emulsifying disk is included to make this a verstitle mini chopper; it can be used with liquids to make whipping cream, mayonnaise, dressings. Compact and powerful, the Krups GVA20840 Mini Chopper has 300 watts of power and a 13 ounce capacity. Twin safety start feature; the bowl has to be locked in placed and the lid completey closed to operate. Heavy non-slip motor base ensures machine stays in one place during use. Machine is easily turned on and off by pressing the lid. “Spill-proof” seal in lid ensures clean preparation Read more


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Krups KM9000 Cup On Request, 12 Cup Coffee Maker (Kitchen)

Krups KM9000 Cup On Request, 12 Cup Coffee Maker
Krups KM9000 Cup On Request, 12 Cup Coffee Maker (Kitchen)
By Krups

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Your coffee. The coffee you like. The taste you like. Dispense piping hot coffee at your convenience with the new Krups KM9000 Cup-On-Request. The Krups KM9000 Cup-On- Request ensures that he last cup of coffee is every bit as good as the first cup. A model of precision and consistency, the Krups KM9000 Cup-On- Request contains the patented Krups Precise Warming Technology for constant and regulated temperature. The Krups Precise Warming Technology is a dual heating system with positive temperature coeffienct which ensures unvaried coffee temperature resulting in constant taste from the moment coffee is brewed and up to 4 hours. The Krups KM9000 Cup-On-Request has programmability for weekend and weekday settings, large & small cup sizes and has an immediate flow stop. The countdown timer lets you know how long its been since you coffee was brewed and the aroma setting allows for more intense flavor extraction.12 cup capacity, the Krups KM9000 Cup-On-Request has a removable stainless steel water tank and a front facing water window with a coffee indicator. It dispenses a straight, smooth flow of coffee avoiding splashed or drips while the beverage is being dispensed. The 3 position adjustable drip tray accommodates for all sizes of cups and travel mugs. Compact in size (14.0" L x 9.9" W, 14.56" H) it has an angled control panel for easy visibility. The Krups KM9000 Cup-On Request uses Krups DuoFilter water filtration system F472-00 and has a 1 year warranty. Read more


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Cuisinart DCC-1200 Brew Central 12-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker (Kitchen)

Cuisinart DCC-1200 Brew Central 12-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker
Cuisinart DCC-1200 Brew Central 12-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker (Kitchen)
By Cuisinart

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Cuisinart Brew Central 12-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker Cherish your coffee time with the Cuisinart Brew Central 12-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker, which is a classically designed coffeemaker accented with stainless steel for a look that is sure to enhance your countertop. Available in your choice of color, the fully automatic coffeemaker has 24-hour programmability, a self-cleaning function, an adjustable keep-warm temperature control, a 1 to 4-cup setting to customize your brewing experience, and an adjustable auto-shutoff. The 12-cup carafe features an ergonomic handle, dripless spout, and a knuckle guard. The Brew Pause feature lets you pour a cup before brewing is completed, while the gold tone, commercial style, permanent coffee filter and charcoal water filter ensure fresh, delicious tasting coffee. Limited three year warranty. Features: Classic design with stainless accents Choice of color Fully automatic with 24-hour programmability and clock Self-cleaning function Adjustable keep-warm temperature control 1 to 4-cup setting Adjustable auto-on and auto-shutoff Carafe has ergonomic handle, dripless spout, and knuckle guard Brew Pause feature lets you enjoy a cup of coffee before brewing has finished Gold tone, commercial style, permanent coffee filter Charcoal water filter to remove impurities Hand wash carafe Read more


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Cuisinart DCC-1200 Brew Central 12-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker, Black Stainless (Kitchen)

Cuisinart DCC-1200 Brew Central 12-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker, Black Stainless
Cuisinart DCC-1200 Brew Central 12-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker, Black Stainless (Kitchen)
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This state of the art coffeemaker lets you fine tune the process from filtering the water you brew with to keeping the brewed coffee at the precise temperature you desire. If you're the impatient type you can grab a cup before brewing is complete (or program your coffee to be ready and waiting at wake up time), and if you tend to be forgetful, this appliance has auto shut off. Seems as though Cuisinart has covered all the bases in this deluxe coffeemaker.Strikingly retro in brushed metal with black-plastic accents, this 12-cup coffeemaker includes Cuisinart's best brewing technology and premium features for ease and flexibility. The digital clock/timer is programmable for automatically brewing "wake-up" coffee at a selected time and for turning off the warming plate up to four hours in advance. Removing the glass carafe from the warming plate automatically pauses the brewing process for a quick pour, and the warming plate's temperature can be adjusted. For maximum flavor, the machine can be set to brew one to four 5-ounce cups or five to twelve cups, and it includes a charcoal water filter. For convenience, a permanent Gold Tone filter eliminates messy paper filters and an indicator-light shows when decalcification is needed. The coffeemaker measures 14-1/4 inches high, 8 inches wide, and 10-3/4 inches deep (including carafe handle) and carries a three-year warranty against defects. --Fred Brack

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The Cuisinart DCC-1200 Brew Central Coffeemaker

DCC 1200 Carafe
Enjoy Great Coffee with the DCC-1200

Cuisinart introduces a coffeemaker with retro styling and the latest in high tech features, making it the centerpiece of any kitchen. The Cuisinart Brew Central coffeemaker is reminiscent of the days of classic styling and durable materials. A brushed metal exterior with retro-style controls houses the finest in coffee making technology. This coffeemaker even includes a charcoal water filter. The water filter ensures great tasting coffee by removing all of the impurities from the water. The Brew Central coffeemaker also comes with advanced features such as a programmable digital clock with 24 hour advanced-brew setting, an automatic shutoff, a self-cleaning function, and an audible beep that signals the end of the brew cycle, which makes brewing the best tasting coffee easy.

The Quest for a Perfect Cup of Coffee

It is generally agreed that there are four basic elements critical to the perfect cup:

Water and Coffee Filters
Water & Coffee Filters

Element 1. Water:
Coffee is 98% water. Often overlooked, the quality of the water is as important as the quality of the coffee. A good rule of thumb is that if your water doesn’t taste good from the tap, it won’t taste any better in your coffee. That’s why Cuisinart has added a water filter to the Brew Central coffeemaker. The charcoal water filter removes chlorine, bad tastes and odors, for the purest cup of coffee every time.

Element 2. Coffee:
While the bulk of the liquid is water, all of the flavor should be from the coffee. To achieve the same great quality of coffee you receive at a coffee bar, you need to use the same quality beans. Buy the beans fresh and whole, only about a two weeks’ supply at a time for maximum freshness. Once the coffee bean is broken, its flavor degrades very quickly. If it is not practical to buy small supplies, we recommend you separate larger amounts of beans into one to two week portions immediately after purchase, and freeze them in airtight containers. The best way to maximize freshness is to minimize exposure to air, light and moisture. So, once removed from the freezer, beans should be maintained in a sealed container at room temperature, since damaging condensation occurs every time the beans are removed from the freezer or refrigerator. Note that some coffee experts advise against freezing dark-roast beans, because freezing can cause the oils to coagulate. Other experts disagree. We suggest you experiment and decide yourself.

The Perfect Cup of Coffee
The Perfect Cup of Coffee

Element 3. Grind:
The grind of the coffee is critical for proper flavor extraction. If the grind is too fine, over extraction and bitterness will result. Too fine a grind may also clog the filter. If the grind is too coarse, the water will pass through too quickly and the desired flavors will not be extracted. A medium-fine grind is recommended.

Element 4. Proportion:
The cups on the Cuisinart coffeemaker measure 5 ounces. Add the amount of ground coffee that corresponds to the number of cups being brewed. Many coffee bars and the Specialty Coffee Association of America recommend adding 2 rounded tablespoons of coffee per 6 ounces of water. Some coffee manufactures recommend using 1 tablespoon per cup. Cuisinart recommends using 1 tablespoon of ground coffee per cup, but use more or less to suit your taste. Note: the maximum capacity for ground coffee is 15 tablespoons for the 12-cup coffeemaker. Exceeding this amount may cause overflow if the coffee is too finely ground.

Features and Benefits

    DCC-1200 Controls
    LCD & Controls
  1. Reservoir Cover: Flips back for easy filling.
  2. Water Reservoir: When filling the coffeemaker with water, refer to the carafe height markings and fill to the desired number of cups. Be sure to add a small amount of extra water to account for the amount of water lost in wetting the grounds and lost as steam during the brewing process.
  3. Showerhead: Distributes water evenly over coffee, reducing temperature loss as water passes through grounds.
  4. Water Filter: Charcoal water filter eliminates chlorine, calcium and bad tastes or odors from tap water. Cuisinart recommends changing the water filter every 60 days or 60 uses ‒ or more often if you have hard water.
  5. Filter Basket: Holds a #4 paper filter or a permanent filter.
  6. LCD Digital Clock: Displays the time of day and set time for automatic functions.
  7. Function Knob and Flip Switch: Used to initiate programming of automatic functions.
  8. The Auto On feature is used to program the start time of the brew cycle. The Auto On can be set for any time, day or night. The PM indicator is displayed on the LCD for nighttime program times. The Auto Off feature is used to shut off the coffeemaker at a preset time, anywhere from 0 to 4 hours. Note: To program the coffeemaker to shut off automatically, read the instructions included in the Instruction Manual under 'To program the Variable Auto Off'
    1. Heater Plate Control Knob: For controlling the temperature of the coffee after brewing. There are three temperature settings high, medium and low.
    2. 1-4 Cup Setting: The 1-4 cup setting button is used when you make small amounts of coffee. Normal coffeemakers will produce a colder batch of coffee when smaller amounts are made, because the heater doesn’t have enough time to properly ‘warm up’ to heat a small amount. The 1-4 setting basically ‘double heats’ the water, making your smaller amounts as piping hot as a full pot would be. To use simply press the 1-4 button on the control panel after turning on the unit.
    3. Retro-style flip switch is used to turn your coffeemaker on and off and works in tandem with the function knob.
  9. Clean Setting: Tells you when it’s time to clean your coffeemaker. Remove built-up calcification from the water reservoir, to help extend the life of your coffeemaker.
  10. Brew Pause: Stops flow of coffee from basket when carafe is removed (30 seconds max) from the heater plate, so a cup can be poured in mid-brew. Since the flavor extraction rate varies during the brew cycle, we recommend allowing the brewing cycle to finish before pouring the coffee. The coffee brewed at the beginning of the cycle has a flavor profile which is very different from the flavor at the end of the cycle. Once the coffee has finished brewing, stir it before serving to blend the flavors. The coffee at the bottom of the carafe will be somewhat stronger than the coffee at the top.
  11. Carafe: The easy pour, no drip glass carafe has an ergonomic handle and brewed coffee markings for two to twelve cups.
  12. Heating Plate: Scratch resistant with black, nonstick coating.
  13. Ready Tone: Signals the end of the brew cycle with five beeps (coffee will continue to stream from the filter for a few seconds after the tone).

Thursday, September 29, 2011

Cuisinart ICE-21 Frozen Yogurt-Ice Cream & Sorbet Maker, White (Kitchen)

Cuisinart ICE-21 Frozen Yogurt-Ice Cream & Sorbet Maker, White
Cuisinart ICE-21 Frozen Yogurt-Ice Cream & Sorbet Maker, White (Kitchen)
By Cuisinart

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Now you can enjoy the finest homemade frozen treats at home! The fully automatic Cuisinart Frozen Yogurt-Ice Cream & Sorbet Maker lets you make your favorites in 20 minutes or less, with no fuss and no mess. Just add ingredients to the bowl, press ON and the machine does the rest! Read more


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Krups GPA30842 Immersion Blender with Accessories, White (Kitchen)

Krups GPA30842 Immersion Blender with Accessories, White
Krups GPA30842 Immersion Blender with Accessories, White (Kitchen)
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The Krups heritage of German engineered kitchen appliances provides functional, rigorous design, technical perfection, performance and quality. Designed and built for those who continuously seek out new gourmet experiences and take pleasure in discovering and understanding how things are done and done well, Krups products provide the tools that deliver genuine results, performance and taste. Inspired by experts and demanding consumers with uncompromising standards of performance and quality, Krups products have been built with these three key attributes in mind: Passion, Precision and Perfection. Krups is pleased to present our new GPA30842 Immersion Blender. Features include 6 variable speeds, LCD display, soft grip ergonomic handles, durable stainless steel shaft removes with a click for easy storage, measuring beaker, mini chopper, whisk and a wall mount. Read more


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Cuisinart CPB-300 SmartPower 15 Piece Compact Portable Blending/Chopping System, Black (Kitchen)

Cuisinart CPB-300 SmartPower 15 Piece Compact Portable Blending/Chopping System, Black
Cuisinart CPB-300 SmartPower 15 Piece Compact Portable Blending/Chopping System, Black (Kitchen)
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Meet the Cuisinart SmartPower Compact Portable Blender-the compact powerhouse that does it all. Use the streamline blending cup to make smoothies in a flash. Mince herbs in the chopper cup and whip up custom drinks right in the "To-Go" cups-we've included four of them so everyone can have their favorite. Designed of fit anywhere, the Compact Portable Blender delivers big blender performance with a 350-watt motor and the ease of a single hand operation with the user friendly electronic key pad. Stainless steel accents create an attractive, fashionable addition to any kitchen. New BPA free Tritan from Eastman co-polyester is used for all the vessels-blender, chopper and your "To-Go" cups. They are all shatter resistant and dishwasher safe. A real timer saver, clean up and maintenance become simple chores. Read more


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Tuesday, September 27, 2011

Cuisinart ICE-45 Mix It In Soft Serve 1-1/2-Quart Ice-Cream Maker, White (Kitchen)

Cuisinart ICE-45 Mix It In Soft Serve 1-1/2-Quart Ice-Cream Maker, White
Cuisinart ICE-45 Mix It In Soft Serve 1-1/2-Quart Ice-Cream Maker, White (Kitchen)
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Professional-quality soft serve ice cream, yogurt, sorbet and sherbet is now available right at home, with the Cuisinart Mix It in Soft Serve Ice Cream Maker. Not only does it make everyone's favorites, but with three built-in condiment dispensers, it makes them extra delicious! Just a pull of a tab send sprinkles, chips and other mix-ins down the chute to mix right into frozen desserts as cones or bowls are filled. Operation is fully automatic; simply pour in the ingredients and turn the dial! Read more


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Sunday, September 18, 2011

Cuisinart Chef's Classic Nonstick Hard-Anodized 3-Quart Pour Saucepan with Cover (Kitchen)

Cuisinart Chef's Classic Nonstick Hard-Anodized 3-Quart Pour Saucepan with Cover
Cuisinart Chef's Classic Nonstick Hard-Anodized 3-Quart Pour Saucepan with Cover (Kitchen)
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Cuisinart is pleased to offer an exciting variety of specialty pieces. Easy pouring saucepans make draining liquids simple and our gourmet pans make everyday cooking tasks a pleasure Read more


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Saturday, September 17, 2011

Good Housekeeping Illustrated Cookbook (Hardcover)

Good Housekeeping Illustrated Cookbook
Good Housekeeping Illustrated Cookbook (Hardcover)
By Elizabeth Wolf-Cohen

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The Good Housekeeping Illustrated Cookbook was an instant classic when it appeared in 1980. Now, over a million copies later, comes this revised and expanded edition for novice and experienced cook alike. Here, from the same famous Good Housekeeping Institute's kitchens, is a wealth of information for today's modem cook -- from microwave cooking to fast and easy menus for all occasions, time-saving shopping and preparation tips and new nutritional data.

Exciting new four-color photographs and more than 5,000 illustrations take you step by step through every phase of the cooking experience, demonstrating such techniques as measuring, dicing, julienning, grat-ing, beating, and folding. Over 1,400 recipes -- from appetizers and soups to eggs and pasta, from meat and poultry to sandwiches and breads, from sauces and candy to desserts and beverages -- have been triple-tested by Good Housekeeping for infallibility, ease, good taste and value.

Good Housekeeping recipes are always perfectly clear, taking the guesswork out of the kitchen. Instructions give at least two ways to determine the doneness of every dish, explain in detail all crucial techniques, give exact sizes and measurements, eliminate unnecessary steps, and supply overall preparation times for every recipe.

Other outstanding features include:

Complete menus for entertaining
A chapter devoted to microwave cooking: more than 70 new recipes, plus illustrated methods and techniques
A full-color photo gallery of over 900 dishes
Calorie counts and nutritional information for each recipe
An illustrated dictionary of herbs and spices, as well as a comprehensive glossary of food and cooking terms
Critical facts about different kinds of food, cooking times, cutting and carving directions, and storage procedures

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Saturday, September 3, 2011

Cuisinart DTC-975BKN Programmable Automatic Brew-and-Serve 12-Cup Thermal Coffeemaker, Black (Kitchen)

Cuisinart DTC-975BKN Programmable Automatic Brew-and-Serve 12-Cup Thermal Coffeemaker, Black
Cuisinart DTC-975BKN Programmable Automatic Brew-and-Serve 12-Cup Thermal Coffeemaker, Black (Kitchen)
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Now you can enjoyed piping hot%2C full%2Dflavored coffee in style%2E This handsome coffee maker from Cuisinart features a good%2Dlooking brushed stainless steel carafe that keeps coffee hot for 12 hours%2E The patented brew%2Dthrough and pour%2Dthrough lid means coffee means less mess%2E Totally programmable%2C this coffee maker can be started any time during a 24%2Dhour cycle%2E Loaded with useful features like Brew Pause%2C automatic shutoff%2C brewing complete alarm and a %234 paper filter starter kit%2E Read more


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