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peachey said:So I am super excited, especially about the bamboo. When do we get SAT products usually? I earned them during the summer, but can't remember how close to the new season that I got my freebies. I am eager, ESPECIALLY FOR THE BAMBOO!
candiejayne said:I'm sad that I didn't earn the Pineapple Wedger, but that is definatly going to be my first purchase. Everytime I go to the grocery store, I think about buying a pineapple, but the lazy side of me kicks in and I don't buy one so I don't have to clean it. I can't wait to try it out!
cookin to the top said:I'm super excited about the bamboo towels, and the garlic peeler slicer set! My mom is a member of an RV group, and she loves the cutting board w/ measuring cups, as it fits across her sink perfectly to give more counter space, and saves space w/ the measuring cups fitting right inside. She's excited about the new collapsible strainer as an accessory!
The steamer is very much like the one your (and my) grandmother had. But it's got silicone feet so that it's nonstick-safe. It'll fit any pan from a 3 quart saucepan to the 12" skillet. I'm excited about it - more cooking shows and magazines have been talking about how steaming is better than boiling because it's quicker and nutrients don't go down the drain with the water.babywings76 said:I'm curious about this steamer basket. When I was a kid, my grandma had something like that in her cupboards. I remember playing with it like it was a hat and having fun flipping up and down the flaps. I never saw anyone cook with it, so I have no idea how to use it. lol
I'm with you on that one, too. They mentioned cutting things, then pushing them into the strainer to rinse. That's backwards from how I work (I wash first, then cut). It does look like it would be a good small strainer without the cutting board for those who have limited space, like really small apartments or RVs.BethCooks4U said:I have a quesiton about the collapsible strainer for those of you who saw it. I see how it'll fit in the cutting board but I don't understand how to use it. I see myself trying to balance it over the sink...
chefann said:The steamer is very much like the one your (and my) grandmother had. But it's got silicone feet so that it's nonstick-safe. It'll fit any pan from a 3 quart saucepan to the 12" skillet. I'm excited about it - more cooking shows and magazines have been talking about how steaming is better than boiling because it's quicker and nutrients don't go down the drain with the water..
chefann said:And there's a steamed dumpling recipe in the SBRC that sounds like a good way to break it in.
chefann said:The steamer is very much like the one your (and my) grandmother had. But it's got silicone feet so that it's nonstick-safe. It'll fit any pan from a 3 quart saucepan to the 12" skillet. I'm excited about it - more cooking shows and magazines have been talking about how steaming is better than boiling because it's quicker and nutrients don't go down the drain with the water.
I'm with you on that one, too. They mentioned cutting things, then pushing them into the strainer to rinse. That's backwards from how I work (I wash first, then cut). It does look like it would be a good small strainer without the cutting board for those who have limited space, like really small apartments or RVs.
peichef said:Well I'm glad I'm not the only one with questions about this product! I agree with Beth that it seems backwards (and, frankly, unsafe) to chop then wash your produce. If you don't clean your produce before you slice / cut / chop it, you can carry any bacteria, etc that are on the surface into the the fruit. Remeber a few yrs ago there was a big warning about cantaloupes. People weren't washing them prior to cutting them & salmonella was being carried from the rind into the part of the melon that you eat.
So... if we're aren't going to chop then wash.... how do we use it? I LOVE :love:my CB w MC & like the concept of adding to it... but not sure of the uses for the collapsible strainer.
leftymac said:Well, for all you food safety experts...most people (I think) just "wash" their produce by rinsing it under cool water. Doesn't that technically not remove any bacteria? I thought only hot water killed bacteria.
ChefBeckyD said:I am excited about everything except the kernel cutter, garlic peeler & garlic slicer.
I don't dislike them....but they just don't excite me.
I am EXTREMELY excited about the:
Pineapple Slicer/Peeler thingy
Steamer! (I've wanted one of these!)
S&P Stand
New Sauces and Seasonings (because I am a condiments junkie!)
29 Minutes Vol 2
8x8 baking pan - because we needed something that size!
HWC products!
leftymac said:Well, for all you food safety experts...most people (I think) just "wash" their produce by rinsing it under cool water. Doesn't that technically not remove any bacteria? I thought only hot water killed bacteria.
baychef said:Hot water kills bacteria only when the item is immersed for a certain period of time and the water has to be no less than 180 degrees.
Yer melons would be cooked!
Another exciting fact :indif: from your friendly food service director and former teacher of the 10 hour Restaurant Food Safety course through NY State Education department!
leftymac said:Right...so how much does rinsing our produce in cold water *really* do? I know people who freak out if you don't rinse something before eating it and I'm like "wtf"?
Rinsing produce in cold water is a simple and effective way to remove dirt, debris, and bacteria from the surface of fruits and vegetables. Cold water helps to remove any visible dirt or residue, while also reducing the risk of bacterial contamination. However, it is important to note that rinsing may not completely remove all bacteria or pesticides from produce, so it is always recommended to thoroughly wash and scrub produce before consuming.
The Pampered Chef pineapple wedger is a convenient tool that makes it easy to core and slice fresh pineapple in just seconds. This handy gadget is not only time-saving, but it also helps to create uniform slices and reduces the mess and hassle of cutting a pineapple by hand. Plus, the wedger can also be used for other fruits like watermelon, cantaloupe, and honeydew for added versatility in the kitchen.
The Pampered Chef HWC (Help Whip Cancer) line offers a variety of new and exclusive products that help support breast cancer research and awareness. Some popular items include the HWC Flex & Scrape, which is a flexible silicone scraper designed for scraping bowls and jars clean, and the HWC Bamboo Kitchen Towel, which is an eco-friendly and absorbent towel that can be used for drying dishes and hands in the kitchen.
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The Pampered Chef collapsible bowls come in three different sizes: small (1.5 cups), medium (3 cups), and large (5 cups). These bowls are perfect for meal prep, storage, and serving, and can easily collapse for compact storage when not in use. The bowls are also microwave and dishwasher safe for added convenience.
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