Showing posts with label baking. Show all posts
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Wednesday, January 9, 2013

Norpro Nonstick 24 Cup Mini Muffin Pan Review

Norpro Nonstick 24 Cup Mini Muffin Pan
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I was looking for the best mini-muffin pans and subscribe to a cooking magazine that does many product reviews. The Nopro muffin pan was highly ranked so I hoped the mini-muffin pan would be as good. This is a top-quality pan. The metal weight is substantial and will not warp (if you are ever short on batter and have some empty cups always fill empties about 1/2 way with water so the pan does not burn or warp). The nonstick surface seems very thick and even and I think you would have to seriously damage this surface to ever have the possibility of rust (to be careful, get a box of flat toothpicks at the supermarket and use them to loosen muffins if ever needed--you'll never scratch your non-stick surfaces). I have some cheaper mini muffin pans that I compared with these in a baking session and those did not release the muffins and did not bake evenly but these did (I always use a tiny bit of spray canola oil regardless of what pan I use for muffins). Baking in these pans is very even. The bottoms and outside edges of the muffins are browned as well as the tops...even and golden all over.
One long edge of these pans is slightly rolled down, which I like. I put that edge facing my oven door and then when I am ready to remove from the oven I slide my rack slightly out, push the pan forward and then wrap my mitt around the rolled edge. This edge gives you a firm one-handed hold on the pan that a short, flat edge does not allow. When these pans are stacked it is a very, very low profile.
Clean-up for these pans is a breeze..just a tiny squirt of soap and a light run with a sponge or cloth gave me a perfectly clean pan. I have double ovens and can do 6 batches at once so I stocked up on these pans and have been very glad to have them.

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Wednesday, December 12, 2012

Norpro 3245 Grip Ez Pastry Blender Review

Norpro 3245 Grip Ez Pastry Blender
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I bought this in November--by December it was already broken and useless. It's not like I was using it in a commercial setting! I made about four pies before the handle began to turn. The screws move, making it difficult and uncomforable to use. It's poor preformance is the reason I'm back on amazon, looking for a new one. Don't bother with this cheap thing!

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Sunday, December 9, 2012

Progressive International 3 Piece Springform Pan Set Review

Progressive International 3 Piece Springform Pan Set
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I'm absolutely loving this set! I bake cheesecakes on a pretty regular basis. My old 9" spring-form pan was lost in my divorce. I not only wanted to replace it, but I wanted some other options to add to my cheesecake makings. What really appealed to me was the heart shaped pan. This set was not at all expensive and will last many years of baking (if you don't lose them).

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Tuesday, October 30, 2012

Norpro 17x12 Stainless Steel Broil and Roast Set Review

Norpro 17x12 Stainless Steel Broil and Roast Set
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Ordered this because it was stainless steel, thinking it would not burn on badly but I was wrong. Have used it only for broiling steak and the first few times could scrub off the splatter, but after that, no matter how or what I scrubbed with it would not come off so I am left with an ugly looking pan and for the money spent, I did not expect this, so my advise is to purchase another product that resists burning on.


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Friday, October 12, 2012

Norpro Stainless Universal Double Boiler Review

Norpro Stainless Universal Double Boiler
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Purchased this to make yogurt. A regular 2 qt. double boiler is too small, and this fits 2 qts. with an inch to spare from the lid. Fits into a large sauce pan- I have a Revereware. And a great value...

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Tuesday, September 11, 2012

Norpro 9-Inch Tin Springform Review

Norpro  9-Inch  Tin Springform
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I used this product to make a cheesecake. The cheesecake turned out great, but the pan rusted around the clasp after the first wash.

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Sunday, September 2, 2012

Norpro Three Tier Stacking Cooling Rack Review

Norpro Three Tier Stacking Cooling Rack
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These three stacking cooling racks are absolutely essential if you bake. They are sturdy, fit well together, and take up much less space than using two or three separate racks would. They are an excellent buy the for money.

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Thursday, August 30, 2012

Tuesday, August 14, 2012

Norpro Marble Rolling Pin Review

Norpro Marble Rolling Pin
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This rolling pin is much better than my old wooden one. It has a nice weight, not too heavy , but heavy enough to help get the job done easily.

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Saturday, July 7, 2012

GOURMET SERVE IT WARM CERAMIC SOUP CROCK Review

GOURMET SERVE IT WARM CERAMIC SOUP CROCK
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Well, after reading the reviews for these, and for similar items, I really did not want to order these online and have them delivered. I figured they'd arrive broken and I'd have to return them. After going to 5 places (Pottery Barn, Target, Crate and Barrel, Sur La Table and William Sonoma) without finding anything like what I wanted I bit the bullet and ordered these. Miracle of miracles, they arrived today in perfect shape! It's a miracle because, as the other reviewers said, the packing was seriously inadequate. The original box was just placed inside another box. The outer box wasn't even marked "Fragile". I guess the UPS folks were feeling very gentle this last week. Anyway, I think they're pretty cool and if you order them I hope they come to you intact!

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Thursday, July 5, 2012

Norpro, Inc. 5Cups Crank Tin Sifter 137 Review

Norpro, Inc. 5Cups Crank Tin Sifter 137
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I grew up using the crank sifters and definitely prefer them to all the new ones that are out now. I was so glad when I found this one. It works really well. My 4 year old and 2 year old love to use it when they help me make bread and stuff.

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Sunday, June 17, 2012

Norpro 3 Piece Canape Bread Mold Set Review

Norpro 3 Piece Canape Bread Mold Set
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I just tried a flower-shaped bread tube this weekend with homemade butter roll dough, and it worked wonderfully! If you are a baker or have a friend who is, this is quite a neat idea. My fear was that the pan would not release the bread, but the shaped loaf positively Fell Out! I plan to try a variety of things including making seasoned croutons for a unexpected, special touch for salads.
After spraying the interior with cooking spray, the dough is put into the tube and allowed to rise. The lid is then added and the tube is baked in the oven with the perforated top pointed upward. Easy as pie- nothing to it! The included instructions suggest using them as cutters as well as a baking form.

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Friday, June 15, 2012

Norpro Nonstick Mini Madeleine Pan Review

Norpro Nonstick Mini Madeleine Pan
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An excellent pan for cooking Madelines, works very well with a little spray fo cooking oil. A little hard to judge the amount of batter needed, but still excellet!

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Sunday, June 3, 2012

Norpro Tin Madeleine Sheet Review

Norpro Tin Madeleine Sheet
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My recipe made exactly 24 cookies, they came out perfect. You wouldn't want to wash the sheet and start again - besides, the batter deflates if it sits around. I painted softened butter on with a pastry brush and dusted lightly with flour from a shaker. The cookies lifted right out and were beautifully browned. Always prepare pans before you start mixing so you can fill immediately. Madeleines are easy, and such a hit, you'll bake them often. This will justify the cost if you're thinking it's a little high.

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Thursday, May 10, 2012

Norpro Stainless Steel 15 Inch x 10 Inch Jelly Roll Baking Pan Review

Norpro Stainless Steel 15 Inch x 10 Inch Jelly Roll Baking Pan
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No jelly rolls as of yet have graced this pan, but if I baked any I am certain they would be well pleased. The fish stick's were quite happy, so I am guessing the jelly rolls would be too.
Heating the pan to nearly 500 degrees (fish sticks like it hot, 475) caused it to warp (momentarily startling my fish sticks), but it does return to its normal shape after removing from this infernal Hades like temperature. Please note that this is a temperature you would never wish to visit upon a non-stick pan. Over 400 degrees and non-stick becomes violently toxic spewing forth lecherous vapors that kill birds, and you know what they say about canaries in coal mines. Always best to stay away from non-stick, but I'm sure that's why your considering the pristine qualities of stainless to begin with. However, the shiny surface is what attracted me (I like shiny things).
As a previous supporter of the noble qualities of this pan commented, GOO gone works admirably at removing the barnacle laden adhesive from the surface (only two small spots on this pan).
I am now secretly abducting all of our rusting and peeling non-stick in favor of Norpro stainless shiny things. Shh, my wife does not know as of yet, but she will thank me. Muwhahahahaha.

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Tuesday, April 3, 2012

Deluxe Pastry Blender Review

Deluxe Pastry Blender
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I am puzzled by the one star review for this product. Though I did not purchase through Amazon, I am here searching for the product I own so that I can get more for friends. No one in my area carries them. I own the Norpro professional pastry blender. It looks identical to the item pictured here. (The four blades are not common on the other pastry blenders I've seen, and the design of this one is different enough from the standard Norpro blender that it is easy to differentiate.) I make my pastry with cold butter and this is the only pastry blender I have tried that doesn't bend under the resistance of the hard, cold, butter. All other blenders I have tried have such flimsy wires or blades that I can move them with my fingers. These blades do not bend under pressure whether from my fingers or the hard butter. I don't understand why even my local kitchen specialty store doesn't carry them. The "heavy duty" Norpro blender they carry is nowhere near as strong as this. If this truly is the product pictured, it is the best.

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Monday, April 2, 2012

Le Creuset Enameled Cast-Iron 2-Quart Heart Casserole, Red Review

Le Creuset Enameled Cast-Iron 2-Quart Heart Casserole, Red
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I've used my Le Creuset enameled cast iron cookware for over 10 years; I'd be lost without it. The excellent heat retention and even heat distribution allow you to cook over low-medium heat; you'll save energy and your cookware will last longer. But who am I kidding?--I bought my Le Creuset pans because they're pretty and oh so French! That they're energy efficient, sturdy, and easy to clean are just bonus points.
Although I own a set of the cobalt blue pans, the heart shaped red pan with lid is my favorite Le Creuset piece. It would make a great Mother's Day or Valentine's Day gift; then again it would make a wonderful present to yourself!

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Nothing says "I love you" like pot roast! Or perhaps Boeuf Bourguignon, or Chicken with Dumplings, even Lobster Bisque? We know there's a strong connection between the stomach and the heart, so cook your sweetheart's favorite dish for that special day. This aptly-designed pot will not only do a great job cooking the feast, it makes a brilliant presentation, and adds a cheery note to your kitchen anytime of year.

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