Sunday, October 2, 2011

Cuisinart 77-17 Chef's Classic Stainless 17-Piece Cookware Set (Kitchen)

Cuisinart 77-17 Chef's Classic Stainless 17-Piece Cookware Set
Cuisinart 77-17 Chef's Classic Stainless 17-Piece Cookware Set (Kitchen)
By Cuisinart

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17 Piece Chef's Classic Stainless Set includes: 1.5-quart, 2-quart, and 3-quart saucepans with covers; 8-inch, 10-inch, and 12-inch covered skillet with helper; 4-quart saute with helper and cover; 9-quart stockpot with cover; 20-cm steamer insert with cover; 24-cm pasta steamerCooks shopping for midweight stainless-steel cookware at a mid-range price may well have found their match with this cookware set from Cuisinart. Equipped to handle most common cooking tasks, the 17-piece set includes a 1-1/2-, 2-, and 3-quart covered saucepan; an 8-, 10-, and 12-inch covered skillet with helper; a 4-quart covered saute with helper, and a 9-quart covered stockpot, as well as a 7-3/4-inch covered steamer insert and 9-1/2-inch covered pasta steamer insert.

As part of Cuisinart's Chef's Classic line of cookware, all pieces are made of 18/10 stainless steel that has been polished to a brilliant mirror finish and that won't react to acidic foods. An inner core of aluminum ensures that foods heat quickly and evenly without hot spots that can burn foods. The riveted stainless-steel handles on the cookware stay cool on the stovetop and the matching 18/10 mirror-polished stainless-steel lids seal in moisture and nutrients for healthier, more flavorful results. In addition, the cookware pieces provide tapered rims for drip-free pouring and all pieces are dishwasher-safe. All cookware in Cuisinart's Chef's Classic line is oven-safe up to 450 degrees F and covered by a limited lifetime warranty. --Cristina Vaamonde Read more


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Saturday, October 1, 2011

Cuisinart GTF Gold Tone Filter (Kitchen)

Cuisinart  GTF Gold Tone Filter
Cuisinart GTF Gold Tone Filter (Kitchen)
By Cuisinart

Buy new: $8.09
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Permanent gold-tone filter for use in the DCC-100, DCC-900, DCC-1000, DCC-1200, and DGB-300 series coffee makers by Cuisinart. Read more


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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

From the Manufacturer

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).