One thing everyone knows for certain is that I cook. I love to cook! My recipe section and meals on Monday can attest to that. But, a good cook needs to work with good tools. I would be happy to review your kitchen product or cooking gadgets here. Please see the product review category for details on submitting a product for review.I also provide a copy of my review to amazon.com if applicable.
Duncans Kitchen Grips Pan Handle Covers ( set of 2) Review
Available at Leslie’s Kitchen through Amazon Cost $10.00 Available in red, green or black
These are just what I’ve been needing and they sure are a welcome replacement for the old oven mitt I’ve been using on the handles of my stainless steel pots and pans.The rubber grips help to keep the handle cover in place. The set of 2 Kitchen Grips handle covers includes 1 small(6 inches) and 1 large (7 inches) cover. Made by Duncan Industries ( Dishwasher Safe) The only thing that kept this product from receiving five stars is it does not hold it’s shape, you have to manipulate it a bit to use it. It’s worth the trouble though.
* Never leave this product on the handle while you are cooking, especially if you are using an open flame.
Wolfgang Puck 20 Piece Cookware Set Review Available at fine stores everywhere Cost varies $199.99-$249.99
This collection is well used in our kitchen. Made of heavy gauge stainless steel construction this set comes with a 1 quart and 3 quart saucepan, an 8 quart stock pot, a 10 inch omelet ( frying) pan, an 11 inch sauté ( frying) pan and the best of all a 12 inch chefs pan ( deep frying pan). I use every piece of this collection regularly. It cooks evenly and there are even holes in the handles if you want to hang them from your chef’s rack. All of these must have items come with glass lids.
In addition to the must have items you also receive 2 small bowls, a whisk, serving fork, spoon, slotted spoon, spatula and a slotted spatula. You can use this forever as it comes with a lifetime guarantee. Use them on your stove top or in your oven up to 400 ° F. Now, with all of this praise you would think I would give this cookware a five star rating. But, the handles do get hot! I have to use grips (see my other review), this is a minimal inconvenience though. Also, I did have a glass lid incident. Fortunately the lids were all replaced with stainless steel lids by the manufacturer. This set would be perfect if they’d change the lids from glass to stainless steel and cover the handles.
Procter Silex Coffee Grinder Review Available at Target and other fine retailers Cost
Varies from $12.99 – $16.99
This is an essential tool for any coffee drinker. My husband likes his coffee beans ground fresh for each pot. This little grinder did a fine job. It’s light weight and has a retractable cord. So I can keep it right on the shelf with the coffee. No need to have it out on the counter. It has three grind settings and a simple on off switch. The only thing I would change is the way the lid fits. I think it would be less messy if the top fit more securely on the inside rather than on the outside. Grounds can get in and when you take the lid off some grounds will fall out. But, this is a minor thing really.
Some of the parts are dishwasher safe. But I prefer to hand wash.