All Entries in the "Appliances" Category
Black & Decker FP1600B
8-Cup Black Food Processor 7/10 By Brittany Rowland For a mid-size food processor for the surprisingly low price of $28.95, you get some effective chopping, mincing, and grating action with this Black & Decker model. With an attractive black base, rounded in shape and secured to the counter with suction-cup legs, it’s a visually […]
KitchenAid KFC3511WH
3.5-Cup Food Processor 7/10 By Brittany Rowland A handy little device to have in the kitchen, the 3.5-cup KitchenAid KFC3511WH food processor saves you time performing simple cooking tasks: chopping, mixing, and pureeing veggies, nuts, and whatever else. The bowl’s small size makes it ideal for small families who like some assistance preparing dips, […]
Hamilton Beach 70450
8-Cup White Food Processor 7.5/10 By Brittany Rowland For a medium-size food processor at a low price of $31, this Hamilton Beach model holds up well against a lot of use. Able to chop, grind, and grate up to eight cups of food, it’s ideal for the average family who likes to save time […]
Cuisinart DLC-1BCH
Mini Food Processor in Black Chrome 7.5/10 By Brittany Rowland If you’re looking for a compact, no-fuss food processor, you’ll be pleased with this Cuisinart mini model in sleek black chrome. Only eight inches tall, it nevertheless chops and minces small portions of food quite efficiently. You’ll just have a little prep work beforehand, […]
Hamilton Beach 70610
500-Watt Food Processor 8/10 By Brittany Rowland With a generous 10-cup bowl, this Hamilton Beach food processor handles just about any type of food, processing it quickly and uniformly. An added advantage is that it chops and minces small quantities just as well as large ones without splattering it to the sides. The design is […]
KitchenAid KFPW760OB
700-Watt 12-Cup Food Processor 8.5/10 By Brittany Rowland With three work bowls, the largest holding 12 cups, this KitchenAid food processor has one of the most powerful and effective motors I’ve seen. It quickly dices, purees, minces, and liquefies any fruits, vegetables, or nuts you throw in it. A dough blade makes kneading bread dough […]
Cuisinart DLC-10S Review
7-Cup Food Processor 8.5/10 By Brittany Rowland A medium-size appliance for an affordable price ($99.95), this Cuisinart food processor has the power to handle complicated tasks while still small enough not to take over all your counter space. It cuts food into fairly uniform pieces and kneads and mixes bread well. As long as […]
Cuisinart DLC-2014N
14-Cup Food Processor 8.5/10 By Brittany Rowland The rounded design of this Cuisinart model’s base adds an attractive touch to an already sleek food processor. The large capacity of the work bowl holds up to 3 pounds of dough for easy bread making. A good design feature is the wide feed tube, which allows […]
KitchenAid KFP750
12-Cup Food Processor with 700-Watt Motor 9/10 By Brittany Rowland A large, well-designed food processor from KitchenAid, this model can handle any chopping, pureeing, and grinding needs you have; it even kneads and mixes dough. While the vast 12-cup bowl handles the heavy-duty work, there’s an additional 4-cup bowl for smaller tasks like chopping spices. […]
Toasters vs. Toaster Ovens: What to Consider When Making a Purchase
By Brittany Rowland These days, the traditional two-slot toaster has some heavy competition from bigger, more versatile toaster ovens, which not only toast bread but also bake, broil, and grill various foods. If you’re looking for a new model, you should consider what you generally use the toaster for, how much kitchen space you have, […]
Wall Ovens vs. Range Units
By Bob Wiley Traditional kitchens always had a range unit with a stove on top and oven on the bottom, but today, households are increasingly looking into wall ovens paired with stovetops. Wall ovens offer several advantages over the traditional range units, which you should consider if you are buying a new home or upgrading […]
Thermador MED272ES vs. GE Profile PK956DR
Bob Wiley, reviewer The Thermador MED272ES and the GE Profile PK956DR are two double wall ovens rated highly by customers. Both are 27” wide and electric. Both ovens offer great capacity, so if you have a large household and have to prepare large meals, or you simply like to cook, then you’ll find either of […]
Storing and Serving Red and White Wines
By Brittany Rowland Wine connoisseurs are careful to store wines at specific temperatures depending on the type. Whites are generally chilled more than reds. Here’s a guide for the optimal storage temperatures for various wines. Temperature in °F Types of wines Examples 63 to 65 Rich, warm reds Bordeaux, Shiraz, Rhone, […]
Proper Storage Temperatures for Wine
By Brittany Rowland Many people buy and serve wine for social occasions: parties, holiday get-togethers, and nice dinners. They’re content just to have a handful of bottles at a time. Other people, though, are serious collectors who enjoy holding onto special bottles for years, letting them age over time, and saving them for that very […]
Best Mini Vacuum Cleaners
Top 10 Rated Mini Vacuum Cleaners By Brittany Rowland Mini hand-held vacuum cleaners are a convenient tool for cleaning up crumbs, stains, and pet hair quickly without lugging out the full-size vacuum. We chose 10 mini vacuums on the basis of the following traits: 1. Lightweight and easy to maneuver 2. Easy to clean out […]
Fuller FB-MV4
Handheld Vacuum 7/10 By Brittany Rowland If you’re looking for an inexpensive handheld vacuum that nevertheless delivers great performance, then you’ll be pleased with the Fuller Brush Mini Maid Hand Vac, which is available for $29.95. This handheld vac, which has a rich burgundy color and convenient tools, can reach difficult-to-clean areas such as high […]
