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Archive for September, 2008

All Clad Slow Cooker Review and Compare Prices

Wednesday, September 3rd, 2008 at 4:30 am  
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all-clad-slow-cooker-reviewFor anyone wanting a slow cooker this is a little beauty. The All Clad 6.5 qt Slow Cooker with it’s stainless steel exterior and black ceramic insert is one good looking piece of cookware. All Clad have kept the signature handles so this piece will blend well with your other All Clad cookware.

The easy to clean black ceramic insert which is elegant enough to bring to the dining table for serving and because it is ceramic clean up is a breeze, and anyone with a dishwasher will also love the fact that it is dishwasher safe.

This new and improved model has a 3 level programmable timer that allows you to set the slow cooking or warming time for up to 26 hours. Much longer than any other crock pot. The easy to read digital panel has 3 heat settings, high – 250° F, low – 205°F and warm – 176°F.

The slow cooker comes complete with a recipe book get you started. So you can look forward to making yummy dishes such as roasts, soups, stews, Beef Stroganoff in fact any of your favourite one pot meals and even desserts such as Peach Melba.

So we think the features of the All Clad Slow Cooker are just what the busy cook needs. Prepare your dinner in the morning, set the timer and when you get home from work there is a meal perfectly cooked, ready to serve.

This is a quality product and gets a definite thumbs up from us.

And where can I buy the wonderful All Clad Slow Cooker from:

Cooking.com
Metro Kitchen.com

All Clad Double Boiler and Inserts Review: Compare Prices

Tuesday, September 2nd, 2008 at 6:39 am  
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all-clad-double-boiler-reviewIf you are a seasoned cook then you already know how important a double boiler is for getting perfect cooking results especially when it comes to melting chocolate and preparing those delicate sauces. The All Clad Double Boiler is a must have in this respect.

The All Clad Double Boiler comes with a 2qt stainless steel saucepan and a 1.5qt ceramic insert so already you are getting a multi-purpose item. Even if you aren’t one for using a double boiler on a regular basis you will still get plenty of use from the saucepan so it’s definitely not something that will sit unused in your
cupboard.

What makes these doubleboiler work so well is the ceramic insert. It ensures that foods are heated
slowly and gently without burning. We all know how scorching delicate sauces even slightly can alter the final outcome so using the right tools for the job can really make a difference to your cooking.

What We Like:

  • Lifetime warranty.
  • The  versatility of this cookware.
  • We can use it as a saucepan and as a double  boiler.
  • The sturdy  construction.
  • The elegant good  looks.

Other Things to Consider:

We were hard pressed to find something we didn’t like about the All Clad Double Boiler. The price may put
some people off but you have to remember that All Clad products are strong and durable and will last a lifetime if looked after properly. I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again – if you want a quality product then stick with All-Clad – You just can’t go wrong.

You can also purchase the All Clad double boiler insert on its own if you already have an All
Clad stainless steel saucepan. Just ensure that you check the specifications prior to purchasing to ensure you have chosen the correct size insert.

And where can I purchase the All Clad Double boiler online:

Cooking.com
MetroKitchen.com

All Clad Panini Set Review: Compare Prices

Tuesday, September 2nd, 2008 at 1:36 am  
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all-clad-panini-set-reviewThe All Clad Panini Set is a quality piece of cookware. We really like All Clad products because they care about the look and quality of their cookware and it shows in the final result. When it comes down to it, if you want a piece of cookware to last a lifetime then All Clad should be your choice every time.

The All Clad Panini Set is strong and durable and as with most All Clad products it  looks good.

All Clad have a knack for blending elegance with durability. The signature riveted handles seem to make the All Clad range of products really stand out amongst the pack.

Things we like:

The hard anodized aluminum construction ensures even heating so it makes evenly toasted sandwiches every time. You can also cook meats, fish, burgers and even vegetables in this pan and it grills them perfectly. Perfect for the health conscious as fats just drain away into the ridges.

Quality is the key with All Clad products so you won’t ever have to worry about your panini pan falling to bits.

  • The panini pan can be hung on a pot rack
  • Oven safe to 500F.
  • Stay cool handles
  • Requires little oil due to the non-stick surface.
  • Limited life time warranty.

Things we don’t like:

  • The All Clad panini pan doesn’t work on induction stove tops
  • Not dishwasher safe but the non-stick surface makes clean up a breeze so this shouldn’t be a big issue.
  • This press is heavy so it’s not something the kids should be playing with.

What others consumers are saying:

Most are surprised at the versatility of this pan and many are using it more for grilling meats and burgers than grilling sandwiches which was their initial reason for the purchase.

The All Clad Panini pan can be purchased from the following online merchants:

Cooking.com
Metro Kitchen.com

Great Cooking with the 1.5qt All Clad Stainless Steel Saucepan

Monday, September 1st, 2008 at 12:54 am  
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all-clad-15qt-stainless-steel-saucepanOne thing about having a cooking website is that you get to review all the different types of cookware that is available. So knowing how great All-Clad cookware is, it was a real pleasure to be able to check out the All-Clad 1.5-qt. stainless saucepan.

Now there aren’t many who can resist the great looks and functionality of stainless steel cookware.

All Clad cookware is well known for its quality and their stainless steel collection is no exception. This collection has a magnetic stainless exterior and that allows it to be used on both conventional and induction ranges.

And of course the 18/10 stainless steel on the cooking surface means that the cookware will not react with food.

The saucepan is a heavy duty pan that heats evenly, the food doesn’t stick and the pan cleans up quickly and easily.

One thing I’m not keen on is the angle of the handle, I found it a bit awkward to use but that is simply a personal observation. My daughter in law has an All Clad saucepan and when I mentioned this point to her, she didn’t feel the same way.

I find this size of saucepan is ideal for making sauces and dishes like chocolate pudding etc, it’s just right for when a smaller pan is required.

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