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Comment on Fellowes Shredder Oil, 12 oz. Bottle with Extension Nozzle (35250) by K. G. Schneider "Librarian, Writer, and Booka...

K. G. Schneider "Librarian, Writer, and Booka... — Thu, 27 Oct 2011 05:27:26 +0000

29 of 29 people found the following review helpful:

Excellent thermometer, October 7, 2009

K. G. Schneider "Librarian, Writer, and Booka... (Tallahassee, FL) -

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This review is from: CDN DTQ450X ProAccurate Quick-Read Thermometer (Kitchen)

I bought this primarily for homebrewing, where a difference of 5 degrees F can make a large difference in results. I compared it side-by-side with my trusty old Taylor thermometer. The CDN reads quickly and accurately, and the huge digital fonts are easy on the eyes. The fact that the temp stays on the thermometer after measurement makes it easy to record the temperatures on my brewsheet. I'll keep my Taylor as a backup, but this is now my go-to thermometer of choice. Excellent value for the price.

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Comment on Fellowes Shredder Oil, 12 oz. Bottle with Extension Nozzle (35250) by Trevett

Trevett — Thu, 27 Oct 2011 04:33:16 +0000

49 of 49 people found the following review helpful:

Great quick-read thermometer, August 5, 2009

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This review is from: CDN DTQ450X ProAccurate Quick-Read Thermometer (Kitchen)

This is the new version of the CDN Proaccurate Stainless Digital Thermometer, which is very well reviewed on Amazon. That model (DTQ450) has been discontinued and replaced with this model (DTQ450X). This is the first quick-read thermometer I've owned for cooking. If you don't have a quick-read, I highly recommend it. Traditional thermometers can take up to a minute to read temperature. This CDN model provides a temperature reading within about 2-3 seconds. That is extremely convenient compared to a traditional thermometer. The form factor is fairly nice. The thermometer is small (6.5" long), and the readout is not too big, maybe a little larger than a quarter. The buttons are easy to press and the readout is easy to view. The stem is made of stainless steel and it feels fairly solidly built. It can be switched between metric and English units as well.

When actually using the thermometer, don't stick the entire stem into your food like I did for a week. It will give you an inaccurate reading. Just place the very tip of the stem in your food about 1/2" in and it will read. The only possible problem I can see with this is that you might not be able to check the temperature in the very middle of your food if you have a thick piece of meat.

Length: 6.5"
Temperature range: -40 to 350F
Instant Read: <3 seconds.
Cleaning: Just wipe clean with damp cloth. Comes with a case to protect the stem.
Special Features: Shatterproof; auto-off option (cuts off automatically after 10 minutes)

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Comment on Microplane 34007 Kitchen Cut-Protection Glove by Miss Perry "MP"

Miss Perry "MP" — Thu, 27 Oct 2011 04:22:57 +0000

36 of 40 people found the following review helpful:

Good investment!!, October 26, 2009

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This review is from: Microplane 34007 Kitchen Cut-Protection Glove (Kitchen)

I absolutly love this. I bought this to use with my mandolin. It's a piece of mind knowing that in case I slip with the guard, I have this glove as backup. I think in the near future I'll buy another glove for the othr hand, just in case I forget and do something stupid with the other hand! Getting cut is no picnic. For me it takes about a week to heal (minor cuts/no tendons involved) and doing my daily chores takes forever.

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Comment on How to Cook Without a Book: Recipes and Techniques Every Cook Should Know by Heart by Anonymous

Anonymous — Thu, 27 Oct 2011 04:18:25 +0000

134 of 141 people found the following review helpful:

I wouldn't have gone to cooking school if I'd read this, September 29, 2000

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This review is from: How to Cook Without a Book: Recipes and Techniques Every Cook Should Know by Heart (Hardcover)

The overall lesson about cooking in this book is THE BEST OUT THERE. She tells you the truth. I can't imagine anyone not knowing what to cook for dinner if they had this book. It breaks everything down, gives you the big picture, so you realize what those recipes you've been following blindly were trying to do. It's true she has you get pre-made sauces and chicken broth (some Asian sauces should be bought pre-made anyway) and if you actually have time to make them you'll have to open up another book for those things if you're a beginner (who has time these days anyway?). On the other hand, I am so sick of reading cookbooks where the cook writes as if they are performing on stage, which has no relevance whatsoever to what I'm doing in the kitchen. This book doesn't waste your time, gets right down to business.

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Comment on Fellowes Shredder Oil, 12 oz. Bottle with Extension Nozzle (35250) by Joshua Flack "Chef"

Joshua Flack "Chef" — Thu, 27 Oct 2011 04:15:47 +0000

252 of 259 people found the following review helpful:

A Chef's Opinion, December 11, 2009

Joshua Flack "Chef" (Upstate NY) -

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This review is from: CDN DTQ450X ProAccurate Quick-Read Thermometer (Kitchen)

As a Chef I demand only the best products to work with, and this is by far the best pocket thermometer I have ever used! I love that it doesn't take me 20 seconds standing over my roasts, steaks, burgers, etc. to get a fast, accurate reading, cause I honestly don't have time for that in a busy kitchen.

At first glance:
The thermometer is exactly as described by the manufacturer. The response time on this thermometer is honestly the best I've had the pleasure of using... in fact I'm pretty well convinced that it even matches the speed of those very large ones with the attached probe on a wire (now granted if you pay $300+ dollars you can get one that will give you the fastest most accurate read but for the money, best deal here)

I especially love the finer pointed tip on this thermometer that goes quickly, and easily into any protein that I need, no matter how tough, or thin the product is I get a perfect reading fast, so I'm never tied up waiting 30 seconds to get an accurate read out of my regular dial thermometer which you have to make sure you keep calibrated correctly, or the cheaper digital thermometers that just take longer (and the fact they have a much larger tip that DOES NOT like to go into products easily)... for a few extra bucks, SERIOUSLY BUY THIS!

The extra temperature range of this thermometer is also quite handy, if even for some reason i have to check the temperature of my deep fryer its still capable of handling, extra kudos for that.

And yes, it is waterproof, I have tested it. (again, extra kudos for that too)

Downsides (i think definitely outweigh the sheer advantages this product has over the competition)

-The large read out is great, not entirely that necessary to be that large though, or so i thought, kinda gets knocked around a bit, but the shatter proof design of the product compensates.
-The sheath that the thermometer comes in holds it great, and at that would never ever slide out, problem with that design is the clip on the plastic holder doesn't hold tight to any clothing that you clip it too.. i find it actually useless (in fact I'm using a sheath from a prior thermometer)
-I have experienced a couple quirky problems but those totally corrected themselves with the proper re-seating of the battery, the waterproof design is a little tricky to get right.

So the downsides were the only reason this received a four star review and not a five, but its honestly the best thermometer I have ever used, and I've used them all.

I hope you find this review helpful in your search for a great product, I HIGHLY recommend this product to ANYONE, weather a professional in a busy kitchen to someone at home that enjoys cooking and hates the big ol' metal ones that Gramma used for her turkeys, and wants to take the guess work out of cooking. This is a great product and I am Greatly satisfied with my purchase.
Thank You for reading.

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Comment on Microplane 34007 Kitchen Cut-Protection Glove by sfnative

sfnative — Thu, 27 Oct 2011 04:13:18 +0000

37 of 37 people found the following review helpful:

Great Product, January 7, 2010

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This review is from: Microplane 34007 Kitchen Cut-Protection Glove (Kitchen)

Although expensive, this glove is a time and hand saver! I use it regularly when slicing horizontally into onions, shallots, etc. to protect me from cuts when the knife blade slips. It also works great for protecting my fingers and fingernails when I grate cheese on a box grater. Using the Microplane glove means that I can grate gruyere right down to the rind and avoid nicking my fingers up or having nail polish chips getting into the food.

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Comment on Camp Chef Explorer Series EX-60LW 2-Burner Modular Cooking System, Black Reviews by skeezix

skeezix — Thu, 27 Oct 2011 04:13:07 +0000

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

Good quality. Could use a few minor improvements., September 12, 2010

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This review is from: Camp Chef Explorer Series EX-60LW 2-Burner Modular Cooking System, Black (Lawn & Patio)

We purchased this for food canning, and for backup during our typical winter power outages. And I think it would be great for cooking up those pungent foods when you don't want to stink up the house!
Overall the build quality and heat output are very good. It has more than enough burner capacity to boil a 33 quart canner in 60 F. weather. Very stable. Keeping the humidity out of the house is a huge plus.
I have two suggestions for Camp Chef.
1) The front, center and angled down location of the MIP fitting (for hooking up the hose to the propane tank)is in about the most awkward location it could be. Users are typically going to have the tank to the side or rear, so a fitting location aimed in that direction makes sense. As built the hose is subject to getting spills on it (hot grease would be the worst), and having a side strain on the hose and fitting from trying to locate to the side or aft.
2) The burner valves are also exposed to spills from cooking. A metal shield would help. I fashioned a temporary one from layers of aluminum foil - works ok but you have to be careful to keep the air inlets on the valve clear of obstructions.
Finally, I'll repeat some common advice: Get your tanks refilled and don't use the excahnge services. In our area a fill costs about $12.50, and exchanges range from $18.99 to 23.99. It adds up if you do a lot of canning.

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Comment on Camp Chef Explorer Series EX-60LW 2-Burner Modular Cooking System, Black Reviews by Live Outdoors "KC"

Live Outdoors "KC" — Thu, 27 Oct 2011 04:01:57 +0000

10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

Outdoor cooking system perfected!, January 12, 2010

Live Outdoors "KC" (West Coast) -

This review is from: Camp Chef Explorer Series EX-60LW 2-Burner Modular Cooking System, Black (Lawn & Patio)

Customer Video Review Length:: 2:44 Mins

Camp Chef Explorer Series EX-60LW 2-Burner Modular Cooking System, Black:

Camp Chef products are designed for cooking outdoors and can be great for many years of use.

This is the number one stove in the line, it has over 75 cooking combos!

Here are my top 5

1. Stove with both burners covered by the SG60 griddle (Griddle all the way across) Camp Chef - SG-60 - Pro Fry Griddle BBQ Accessories

2. Stove with Camp Chef BB100L Sport Grill Box, Black one one side the other burner open for a pot to boil water and do your dishes.

3. Stove with Camp Chef CGG16 Cast Iron Grill/Griddle great for throwing on some fajitas...

4. Stove with Camp Chef Professional Barbecue Super Grill Box for 2-Burner Stoves this is a bit expensive, but you have a super wide barbecue system and you can take it off and still have a two burner stove.

5. Cover it up with a Camp Chef CB60 Carry bag for two burner stove keeps the cook extras out of the car.

We love all of our Camp Chef product and are always looking for new ways to cook and be Outdoors.

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Comment on Paderno World Cuisine Trussing Needle, Stainless Steel by Russell C. Jordan

Russell C. Jordan — Thu, 27 Oct 2011 04:01:17 +0000

4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

Trussing Needle, February 8, 2010

Russell C. Jordan (Long Island, NY) -

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This review is from: Paderno World Cuisine Trussing Needle, Stainless Steel (Kitchen)

This works fine for small birds but could be a couple inches longer to go after a turkey. I'm not sure why the end is curved which makes it a bit more difficult to gauge where you will come out the other side when going through the cavity of the bird. I'll probably forge the curve out of it. The use of stainless steel is a bonus, strong and obviously won't rust.

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Comment on The Big Book of Easy Suppers: 270 Delicious Recipes for Casual Everyday Cooking by walkinggirl

walkinggirl — Thu, 27 Oct 2011 04:00:05 +0000

26 of 28 people found the following review helpful:

Change title to Big Book of Good Suppers, July 21, 2005

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This review is from: The Big Book of Easy Suppers: 270 Delicious Recipes for Casual Everyday Cooking (Paperback)

This is an excellent book full of simple yet delicious recipes. My mom has other cookbooks by the author and really enjoyed them. Then she stumbled across this one and after I flipped through it, I picked up one for myself. There recipes are very basic and easy to follow and call for normal ingredients. Nothing exotic or specialized. Even my meat and potatoes husband enjoys what I have cooked out of this book.

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