Feed: Oxo Grater - AggScore: 14.1

Spaetzle Maker with Cup. Heavy Duty Stainless Steel with Cup Review

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(More customer reviews)I ordered this heavy-duty Spaetzle Maker for use in a high volume German Restaurant kitchen.The maker itself is constructed well and feel like it will last a long time.However, it is awful at making Spaetzle, and pale in comparison to the makers on here for a tenth of the cost Norpro Stainless Steel Spaetzle Maker.The cup does not sit flush on the board with the holes in it, causing the spaetzle batter to get pushed around everywhere but through the holes.This causes a huge mess and makes this piece of kitchen equipment absolutely useless to us.Not at all recommended until the manufacturer improves their design.

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Product Description:
Commercial Size Spaetzle Maker made of stainless steel Put batter in cup which moves over the 5/8 grating holes and drops directly into pot. Spaetzle Maker is 21 long x 5 wide. Bracket will hold Spaetzle Grater to pot edge

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Cuisipro Ultra Fine Mesh Strainer, 9-1/4-Inch Review

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(More customer reviews)I've owned more than my fair share of graters over the years, and I'm always on the hunt for better culinary products and gadgets.When I saw the glowing reviews of this particular model in places like Cooks Illustrated, King Arthur Flour, etc., I decided to give it a whirl.

THE GOOD:

* Solid 18/10 stainless blade-plates, and handle.

* Wonderfully sharp, and (because they're steel) durable blades.

THE BAD:

* PLASTIC FRAME:It's hard to tell from most of the product photos (deliberately, I'm sure), but the frame and base-cap are clear hardened plastic.Yes, that's correct - only the handle and blade faces are stainless steel ... the rest is plastic.The plastic frame has a tendency to form stress cracks over time and with use.

* CURVED FACE:The main grating side is curved, rather than flat.That's not ideal, because a curved grating surface causes what you're grating to become curved as well, which makes it hard to turn or rotate what you're grating in order to prevent `channeling' ... and also, if you're grating something requiring firm pressure (like cheddar cheese, or potato, etc), and you turn it (after it picks up the curvature of the face), it tends to skitter and jump - which makes it very EASY to take divots out of your thumb.

* AWKWARD 3-SIDED DESIGN:Ok, bear with me, and I'll explain why this doesn't work well.In order to be able to use a `full stroke' along the full length of a box grater's main side, it's normal to tilt the top of the grater towards you (so that you don't rap your knuckles on the counter when you've gone only 1/2 - 2/3 of the way down).Normally, on a well designed grater, all sides of the base are flat, so that it's stable when tilted, and you can put a modest amount of pressure on it.Unfortunately, on this grater, not only is the main face curved, but even worse, the side opposite the main blade is triangular (duh), and therefore it's very wobbly, not level, and unsafe, regardless of which direction you tilt it ... and because the blades are so wonderfully sharp, it's VERY easy to take divots out of your tender flesh.A more classic 2 or 4-sided design, with flatter faces, would have been much more stable.

* LACK OF STAR POINT FACE:This unit has three faces, all of them of the newer filament style - in other words, it shreds coarse, medium, or fine ... but it can't produce a true `grit' because it lacks a star point face.A `star point' is better for grating hard cheeses (like parm and romano) into sauces, stews and soups, and over pasta, because the `grit' tends to disperse more evenly into those mediums, whereas filament shavings tend to cling and melt together into a skin or mass.Don't get me wrong - I love filament type blades and use them all the time, and star points tend to clog and require diligent rinsing with very hot water to clean - I'm just pointing out that there are times that a grit-grind works better than filament ... and this unit can't do it.

Bottom line: Not recommended.I'd go with a 2 or 4 sided design instead.

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Product Description:
Cuisipro's Ultra Fine Mesh strainer is durable, practical and beautiful. Made completely of stainless steel (with a superior woven mesh basket), this strainer is ideal to keep the smallest seeds, fragments and peels from your dish. The long, ergonomic handle fits comfortably in your hand and stays cool during use. Side loop on opposite side allows you to set the strainer over a pot or pan (up to about 8 inches in diameter) to strain. Strainer measures 9.25 inches from end of handle to hook, basket is 4 inches in diameter. Easy to clean, dishwasher safe.

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Hamilton Beach 70590 Big Mouth 14-Cup Food Processor Review

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(More customer reviews)If you are looking for a good food processor on a budget then this may be exactly what you're looking for. This beast is very powerful but it really does fall short in a couple areas so I couldn't give it a perfect score. Overall I am happy with my purchase. Let me explain...

First the good. Like I mentioned before this baby is powerful. It feels like you could process a brick in this machine if you really wanted to. The chute is MASSIVE! I read about this before purchasing this processor but I didn't realize the chute was actually this freggin huge! You really can fit good sized tomatoes, onions, green peppers...etc into this chute. I've read reviews that said that this processor is hard to put together. I found that it was a bit akward at first, but once you realize how everything fits it becomes perfectly natural. Also cleanup really is a snap.

Even though this processor is great, there are a few flaws in the design that hinder this from getting a perfect score. My biggest complaint is that there is a good sized gap between the bottom of the chute and the blade. You don't utilize the entire piece of food. For example if you put a potato in the chute and slice it, when you get to the end of the potato it will not slice completely. Instead it will fall into the gap between the chute and the blade and it will spin round and round. There is nothing you can do about this. Sometimes when you shred something, it doesn't come out shredded quite right. This is pretty rare but it does happen.

One other thing is that this beast is MASSIVE! I didn't realize how big this processor really is! Sometimes it seems like it's too big for the job. I don't consider this a good or bad thing because if you have a larger family then this is definitely a plus.

Overall I recommend this processor. It does have a few minor flaws (as they all do) which hinder it from a perfect score, on the other hand it does it's job so well that you can't help but love it. If you are looking for a good food processor for a good price then I recommend taking a look at this one. Price/value wise this is the best food processor i've ever owned.

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Product Description:
Prepare foods without cutting them into smaller pieces. The Big Mouth food processor can handle whole tomatoes, potatoes and other large foods. The specially designed food chute grabs the food and helps you achieve even slices for the whole item. With 450 watts, you can prepare any food.

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FoodSaver 1.5-Quart Rectangular Canister Review

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(More customer reviews)I purchased this rectangular canister 3/5/07 because I thought the rectangular shape and locking lid were interesting.I found the locking lid a very nice touch in two ways...one, it provides a secured lid regardless of vacuuming the canister or not...second, it provides a sturdier/more substantial place to grip as you lift/transport the canister.The round canisters can sometimes require special care and grip when lifting from the fridge or off the counter...specially if the contents make it heavy because there is nothing to hold on to unless you scoot & tilt it so that you can get your hand underneath to support it.

I liked the 1.5 qt rectangular canister so much...5 days later I ordered the smaller 1 qt and larger 2 qt w/cheese grater rectangular canisters.They just arrived last night and to my surprise (I never saw it mentioned anywhere, either) the lids AND cheese grater are interchangable between all 3 rectangular canisters!!8-)Unlike the round canisters that have 3 different lids for each size canister...the rectangular canisters use the same lid...their difference is in height only...all sharing the same size lid/opening etc.And an added bonus of being stackable as wellwhen storing them WITHOUT the lid attached.

The rectangular and more squat design...as well as the locking lid also makes this canister more convenient if you want to take your lunch to work. It gives you more options to store it on multiple shelves in the shared fridge at work...and if you still can't finish off what's in the dish, you still can secure the lid because it's lockable...or if you do empty its contents...you can wash it out and store your utensils inside, then lock the lid which makes everything all tidy in one container instead of two halves plus whatever loose utensils you have.

The only flaw in the design that I see so far (and the reason it didn't get 5 stars)...they should have designed the lids so that they were flater...that way you could stack other things or rectangular canisters on top...similar to how the bulk foodsaver containers are designed.

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Product Description:
This new rectangular shape is consumer-preferred and is more space efficient.The lower profile allows it to fit better in the refrigerator.It is ideal for storing leftovers and can also be used for marinating.

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Norpro Stainless Steel 5-pc. Measuring Cup Set Review

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(More customer reviews)I wanted a nice set of measuring cups and purchased this set.Although they are very well made and will probably last several lifetimes, they're pretty heavy and I find myself reaching for my lighter weight ones.

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Product Description:
Made of commercial stainless steel, these practical measuring cups by Norpro can go right in the dishwasher for stress-free cleanup. The 1/8-, 1/4-, 1/3-, 1/2- and 1-cup scoops are labeled with their metric equivalents, and feature convenient pour spouts for dosing liquids. If you're like most and have a crowded utensil drawer, you'll appreciate the steel ring that runs through each handle to keep the 5-pc. set together. Made in USA.

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Rubbermaid 5-Piece Comfort Zone Spatula Set Review

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(More customer reviews)Great durable spatula set! Only complaint is the wire whisk is flimsier than any I have used, but that's not what I bought the set for. The Spatulas have just the right flexibility. Just what I was looking for, but better! Was a gift and I'm very pleased with the quality.

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Rubbermaid kitchen utensils are stylish, ergonomic, and made of performance materials.This unique set will bring life to your kitchen.Made of high quality silicone that is heat-resistant up to 500 degrees.Soft, non-slip grip and dishwasher safe.Includes large spatula, all-purpose spatula, jar spatula, silicone balloon whisk and spoon spatula (wood handle).

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KitchenAid Stainless Steel Euro Peeler Review

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(More customer reviews)I have always hated peeling potatoes and other vegetables, and so when I knew it was my turn to make Thanksgiving dinner, I decided to see if an expensive peeler would make a difference.I bought this one and absolutely LOVE it.I can't believe that a simple peeler could make me so happy, but after all those hand and arm cramps from my old metal peeler, this one makes all the difference in the world.I can peel potatoes in 1/3 or less of the time that I used to, and it requires absolutely no effort -- the blade is so sharp that if you put pressure on it, it'll take off more than just the skin of the vegetable you're peeling.When I had to peel 15 potatoes for dinner, it took 5 minutes and so little effort.It's also ergonomically comfortable, and I love the fact that KA includes a plastic cover for the blade.
This is one of my favorite kitchen gadgets (who would have ever thought you could get joy from something so simple??) and I'm constantly buying it for friends who cook because it makes such a difference.

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Product Description:
What are the most important features of a vegetable peeler? You want it to be comfortable in the hand and you want it to have a sharp, precise edge. Otherwise how will you ever peel that mountain of spuds for the family reunion potato salad, or that bushel of apples for apple pies and applesauce? KitchenAid is right on target with this handsome Euro peeler.

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Harold Imports Peeler Feem Marvel 63884 Review

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(More customer reviews)I grew up using this potato peeler because that's what my mom always had.
I love the ease of this item and can't manage without one.Very hard to find and I'm glad I found one on Amazon.com.Ordered 2. By the way I am 64 so I have been using this since around 1952.:)

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Harold Imports Peeler Feem Marvel 63884

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Orka Mini Mandoline SlIcer, Black Review

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(More customer reviews)NOT HAPPY.This Orka Mini Mandoline Slicer doesn't work.The pictures on the box are very deceiving and depict perfectly sliced veggies......in other words, you get what you pay for.

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MINI MANDOLINE SLICER

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Nor Pro 7" Tall Walnut PEPPERMILL Review

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(More customer reviews)I like that it holds enough peppercorns so that I don't have to refill as often as I did with my other peppermill.I like that the screw knob is large enough for my arthritic fingers to grasp easily. I think it's overpriced considering the materials it's made of and the simple mechanism.I hope that the price is an indicater of its durability.I can't comment on that aspect of the peppermill because Amazon will keep bugging me to write a review if I wait to write a proper review.

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Product Description:
Nor Pro 7" Tall Walnut PEPPERMILL. 7" Smooth grinding gear mechanism. Easily adjustable from fine to coarse. Walnut

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Cuisinart Detachable Stem Review

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(More customer reviews)I love my Cuisinart food processor and it is nice to be able to use other disks with the detachable stem.It isn't inexpensive, but is worth the price.

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Product Description:
Part of the core of your Cuisinart Food Processor, the detachable stem allows for compact storage and helps hold each of the accessory discs in place. Whether you need to julienne, slice, or chop, your discs can be changed out using this single stem and will require it for operation.

For use with Basic model DLC-5

Classic models DLC-10, DLC-10C, DLC-10P (Pro), DLC-10S

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Black & Decker FP1550S 10-Cup Food Processor, Stainless Steel and Black Review

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(More customer reviews)The first time I used this food processor I found it very hard to latch the lid. The second time Itried to latched the lid the little, flimsy plastic catches on the bowl snapped off. This leaves the food processor absolutely useless as it will not operate without the latches being secured. This is a badly designed product and if I am still able to return it I certainly will. If not it will have to go in the trash. I should have bought a Kitchen Aid or Cuisinart.

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Product Description:
With 500 watts of power and 10-cup capacity, one speed plus pulse, the FP1550S an easily handle all your food processing needs.Included are a chopping blade, dough blade and reversible slicing / shredding disk.The smooth buttons on the touchpad controls are easy to wipe clean and all parts of dishwasher safe. The brushed stainless steel base with black accents blends in with modern kitchen decor.

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Nor Pro 9" Wood Peppermill Review

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(More customer reviews)This is by far the most durable and efficient pepper mill I've owned in my 30 years of cooking!

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Nor Pro 9"Wood Peppermill.9" Smooth grinding gear mechanism. Easily adjustable from fine to coarse.Natural.

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Grip-ez Stainless Steel Locking Tongs 12"/30cm Review

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(More customer reviews)Alright, so these are just tong's.They are not any better at gripping, grabbing or picking up food stuff.I love these because you can 'lock' them away.They do not lie open in the drawer like my other tongs beofre, taking up dead space, so for limited drawer space, these are your best choice.

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GRIP-EZ 12" S/S LOCKING TONGS

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ZUCCOR 7 Piece Stainless Steel Kitchen Tool Set Review

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(More customer reviews)We purchased this set of items to add on to our collection. They are well made and very nice for the price. Easy to clean, work well, and match our other stainless steel utensils, pots, and pans just fine. I have seen the similar item at a facy kitchen store for almost three times the price. I would definitely buy these again for the price and quality.

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Bring style and elegance to your kitchen with this eight piece set of rust-resistant tools. This durable, stainless steel set includes a perforated canister caddy to keep tools organized and easy to reach.

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