When I'm in the Kitchen, I become: Cooking Enthusiast
Strong and solid, I like that the wood is end cut. There is room for many knives and, also, for kitchen shears and a sharpening steel. It is so much better than having knives in drawers where they are a hazard and it is bad for the knives.
Stainless-Steel Splatter Screens : With its extra-fine 18/10 stainless steel mesh, this screen is designed to prevent messy splatters and protect you and your clothing from annoying hot grease. Constructed so that the mesh is firmly encased in a round stainless steel tube, this screen is built for durability. The long, curved handle fits easily in your hand, and because it's made of stainless steel, it's easy to clean. Product Features Made from superior 18/10 stainless-steel Extra fine a mesh keeps sauces and oils from splattering onto stovetop. Fits most pots and pans. Small patented feet on rim keep screen off of countertop. Extended-length, stay-cool handle. Dishwasher-safe.
When I'm in the Kitchen, I become: Cooking Enthusiast
I use my cast iron skillets a lot. I have had splatter screens that just never quite suited. The large size of this one covers even my very large skillets. The long handle is great and the little feet help to keep my counter clean when I need to set it down. It is easy to clean and can go in my dishwasher.
Chef's Mats by GelPro, Basket Weave Design : Featured on HGTV's I Want That! Every cook knows that standing on a hard kitchen floor can be backbreaking. GelPro Mats are scientifically engineered to reduce the discomfort of standing, even for long periods on the hardest floors. Filled with a soft gel material, these revolutionary nonslip mats absorb shock and reduce pain-causing pressure and fatigue. Makes a great gift for any cook, especially those with back pain, foot pain or arthritis. Mats are stain- and mold-resistant, easy to clean with mild soap and water, and are designed to last for years. Available in three sizes: 20" x 36", 20" x 48" and 20" x 72"; all are 1/2" thick. Available in six colors: Black, Chestnut, Coquina, Hazelnut, Khaki and Truffle. Product Features Durable, stain-resistant and easy to clean Non-slip bottom Bacterial killing additive to eliminates mold and mildew
When I'm in the Kitchen, I become: Cooking Enthusiast
I have used many different kinds of rugs and mats in my kitchen over the years. The braided rugs were hard to clean. The foam mats stuck to the floor and stained my wood floor. The Gel Pro mat is great. It cleans easily. It does not damage the floor. It feels so good that I bought another one so that I could have one in front of the sink and another in front of the stove.
Chef'sChoice Diamond Hone Multi-Stage Knife Sharpener M110 : This professional electric sharpener safely and quickly gives knives an incredibly sharp, longer- lasting edge with no guess work. The patented three-stage process, 100% diamond abrasives, and foolproof magnetic guides sharpen the entire edge of fine kitchen knives, as well as fishing, hunting and pocket knives. UL approved* and ETL approved. Assembled in USA. 2 year limited warranty. 80 watts. 10"L x 4" W x 4"H. Model: M110. Product Features 100% diamond abrasive system is guaranteed to never detemper your knives Patented technology provides precision results Perfect for economical and high-end, quality knives Patented Bilevel magnetic guides allow you to sharpen a wider variety of kitchen, sporting and fillet knives Professional 3-stage sharpening system and Trirazor technology produces a unequaled blade sharpness through a three stage sharpening process Designed for use on non-serrated knives but will improve performance of serrated knives as well Requires no water or honing oil Includes detailed photographic instruction booklet *Underwriters Laboratories is an independent, not-for-profit product-safety testing organization.
Odor-Free Countertop Compost Keeper : Store vegetable peelings, coffee grounds, eggshells, greens and other food scraps until you have time to deposit them into your outdoor compost. Two charcoal filters in the vented lid control odors. Ceramic with stainless-steel carrying handle. Hand wash. 1-gal. 7" Dia. x 11"H. Product Features Ceramic composter is perfect for storing vegetable peelings, eggshells, coffee grounds and other organic waste until you are ready to transfer them to your outdoor composter Dual charcoal filters in lid keep compost odorless Convenient stainless-steel carrying handle Charcoal filters may be trimmed to size
The Compost Countertop Keeper looks so much better than the bowls, plates, etc. that I have been using to hold my kitchen compost until I could take it out to the backyard. Even the bad smell of rotting spinach did not come through the carbon filter! No fruit flies! And I am pleasantly surprised at how much it holds. Good decision!
RSVP BioBags Compost Pail Liners : BioBag is the world's leading brand of certified biodegradable and compostable bags made from the material, Mater-Bi. The 6-liter bags fit most kitchen compost pails and naturally biodegrade fruit and vegetable scraps and other biodegradable waste, leaving no harmful residues behind. Say goodbye to polyethylene liners that harm the environment. BioBags are shelf stable, like paper towels, yet quickly break down when exposed to nature's elements. BioBags are GMO free and meet the gold standard for compostable bags. Product Features 6-liter liners fit most kitchen compost pails Fully biodegradable and compostable bags leave no harmful residues behind Meets the ASTM D6400 requirements, the gold standard for compostable plastic Imported
I hesitated at first to buy the Compost Pail Liners. I am so glad that I did! It makes it so easy to compost the kitchen scraps. When it is really cold, I do not have to walk all the way to the compost pile every time. One more good way to go green!
MaverickThermo Professional Instant Read, PT-100 : Gives you the temperature in 3 seconds, within 2 degrees F accuracy, so you'll never overcook a beef roast or undercook poultry. Using scientific thermocouple technology, the exact meat or food temperature is visible in 3 seconds, the key to monitoring and serving perfect entrees. Cooking chart on the unit features beef, pork, veal, lamb and poultry temperatures, so you won't have to check separate cooking guides. Gauges -40 degrees to +450 degrees F (-40 degrees to +230 degrees C). Stainless-steel probe. Uses 3 AAA batteries, included. Wipe clean. 7 1/2"L x 1 1/2"W x 1/2"H. Product Features Scientific thermocouple technology is accurate within + or - 2 degrees F for precise cooking Reads and displays temperature in 3 seconds for exact monitoring of foods Temperature range is -40 degrees to +450 degrees Fahrenheit (-40 degrees to +230 degrees Celsius) Large digital read-out is visible at a glance Includes cooking chart for beef, pork, veal, lamb and poultry Features auto-off after 3 minutes (or without a change in temperature). Turns on automatically by opening, off by closing Uses 3 AAA batteries, included
At last, I can check the temperature of what is in the oven without enduring the heat. This is truly an instant read thermometer. I especially like that it turns off when you close it or after a few minutes on non-use. It also has a chart for suggested meat tempertures. A bit pricey, I am glad that I finally treated myself.
Stand Mixer Cover for KitchenAid Mixers : Sized to fit most tilt-head and bowl-lift KitchenAid models, this heavyweight cover prevents dust and grease from building up on your appliance. Features handy outer pocket to hold recipes, notes or tools. Rich warm colors with quality, woven-thread exterior and soft interior for scratch-free, long-lasting durability. An attractive, practical addition to your kitchen. Cotton/polyester shell. Machine wash cold, tumble dry low. Made in the USA.
This is a good cover for my Kitchen Aid Mixer. Keeps it clean. My only problem is the choice of colors. None really suit my kitchen. I thought the rust would but it has too much orange. My accent color in the kitchen is green - sometimes a hard color to accommodate. I would return it for another color but I do not want to pay a $10.50 restocking fee.