Zwilling J.A. Henckels Twin Pro-S 4-Piece Steak Set

Oh, dear God, I love these knives. Their weight in your hand is hefty without being tiring. The blades are sharp, precise, and easy to handle. And do they slice? I mean -and do they SLICE!!!

After each meal, I hand-wash these instruments and give them a quick touch of the sharpening stone. I then gently, very gently, place them back into their case for safekeeping. Is it any wonder my fiancé is jealous?

I do have one complaint -I only have four of these knives. I'm going to need at least eight more for the grilling I plan to do next summer. I mean, it's going to take a big patio party to properly show off these fine blades.

The bogus MSRP price in this listing aside, the $99 is the typical street price for this set and it's not cheap but so worth it. Very good quality in blade and handle. The knives make eating steak a special event ... well, almost. But it's a serious step up from the Eversharp knives, where the serration is great but rips the meat rather than cut (as the smooth edged Pro-S). Would buy again, even if the price is a bit high.

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I've had these knives for a month now and like them very much. They cut very nicely and feel good in your hand. I've swiped them on my steel a few times and they keep their sharpness. I think anyone would be happy with these knives.

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Splurged three years ago and got 2 sets. Love em. They are still sharp and can draw a thin slice off the end of a New York Strip with ease. Guests love them too. That's why I need 8 more. Our backyard grilling events are getting more popular and I really hate to give some guests the second string knives. I am sitting here pondering the expense. Some things are worth the extra money though and this is probably one of them!

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Last year I bought these knifes for 149.00 I would love at least 4 more sets ,but have to wait for a sale. Great quality.No other compare.

DCS BGA-GTRH Grill Scraper Replacement Head

I bought this because I own a DCS 36" grill. The brush and scraper are designed to fit the shape of the DCS grates. They do a great job cleaning out the grates. I bought instead of the 5 piece DCS grill tool set in order to save money. I just attached a wooden handle to the head.

Anolon Advanced Hard Anodized Nonstick 18-Inch by 10-Inch Double Burner Griddle with Pour Spout and

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To cut to the chase Anolon has changed some things about this griddle since I bought mine in 2007, but I still highly recommend it. I love the size, the ease of cleaning, and the ability to place it in the oven up to 400F. The metal turner that comes with this is also high quality like the other Anolon utensils that I've purchased. The metal turner has left some marks on the griddle, but the non-stick performance is so far unchanged.

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"A video review of a GRIDDLE?! Seriously?" I hear ya. :D You certainly don't need to watch it to get my recommendation...but you do need to watch it to see my dog Niki. :) (I recommend the outtake at the end.) I just wanted to make this video because I've owned a set of Anolon Advanced cookware, including this griddle, for five years now and I love them. In particular, I love the double burner griddle. I really can't say that strongly enough. I've used it countless times to make pancakes with outstanding results. The coating has stood up wonderfully for over five years of stove and oven use on all of the cookware, as have the handles.

This new griddle is a little different, though, so I couldn't just say that it'll work and last the same way. While the coating has the same name, now the coating is listed as being metal-utensil safe, so I put it to the test. Also, this new griddle is about 50% thinner than the older one, meaning that it's lighter weight (which is nice) but also potentially slightly less even in cooking. Also, at least on the two griddles that I have, the coating on the new griddle is not as smooth or shiny as it is on my original one.

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I've only cooked pancakes on my original griddle and have only used nylon utensils. To test out the new griddle, I wanted to do more than pancakes to give a fuller review, as well as use the included metal turner. So far, I've baked bread sticks from fresh dough in the oven at 375F, cooked pancakes (two and three at a time), cooked scrambled eggs, and reheated pizza slices on the stove. For the most part, everything turned out great. I have two things that I want to note, though:

(*) After cooking the egg, I noticed marks on the surface of the griddle (shown in the video). After experimenting with the turner, I found that these were caused by scraping with the turner flipped over. I was still using the front flat edge, and I can't see or feel any burrs on that edge, but it will leave marks with even slight amounts of pressure.

(*) I cooked three pancakes at a time (one over each burner area and one in between) to check how even the cooking was. All of them came out great, but it was clear that the heating was uneven over the surface of the griddle, being cooler in between the burners. Perhaps due to the thinner construction, but I can't say for sure. Still good, IMO, but not perfect.

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So, is the coating metal safe? I'd say, "mostly." Scraping the scrambled egg with the turner flipped around left marks, so I just tried scraping the griddle with the turner while not cooking. When using the turner right-side up, it left no marks. Flipped over, it marked with very little pressure. I can't see or feel any burrs on the turner, so I'm not sure why. However, the marks are definitely there. The nice thing is that they seem to be purely aesthetic. The non-stick performance has not been affected.

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I still give this a very high set of marks. The marks caused by the metal turner are aesthetic and don't seem to have affected the non-stick performance at all. I'll likely switch to using my Anolon nylon utensils, though.

I've read where this model doesn't work well on flat-surface stoves because it's not completely flat, but I can't address that. It works wonderfully on my gas stovetop, and I imagine it's the same on raised electric burners.

The turner that is included is much nicer than I had expected it to be, and although it's called "mini," it's a good size even for flipping pancakes.

Overall, highly recommended.

This Anolon Advanced Hard Anodized Nonstick Griddle looks almost identical to the KitchenAid Gourmet Hard Anodized Nonstick 18" x 10" Double Burner Griddle, but there are differences that make the KitchenAid Gourmet Griddle my favorite.

The KitchenAid Gourmet Griddle has sides that are sloped less so it is easier to get your turner under pancakes to flip, but still high enough to keep a dozen scrabbled eggs contained. The Anolon Griddle has straiter sides so you have to spend more time digging the scrambled eggs out of the edges.

The KitchenAid Gourmet Griddle has handles that set away from the sides than the Anolon Griddle, making it cooler for me to grab and move.

The Anolon Griddle says it is able to handle metal utensils and the KitchenAid Gourmet Griddle does not, but I already have all nylon, silicone and bamboo utensils for my other nonstick cookware so this doesn't really mean much to me. It is not worth the extra money that Anolon charges for their griddle; $48 vs. $62 at the time of this review.

The KitchenAid Gourmet Griddle has noticeably superior nonstick coating as far as food slipping off the surface. The Anolon griddle surface feels ever so slightly gritty compared to the KitchenAid.

To test these I had them side by side on my stove and cooked identical batches of scrambled eggs and pancakes for 27 people for breakfast over Thanksgiving weekend, so they got quite the workout.

I took off one star for inferior surface and another star off for price related to value of product. If they were damaged or lost, I would pay to replace the KitchenAid Gourmet Griddle.

PS FYI: The metal turner that comes with this griddle has a curved tip, so it is much less useful than a strait edged turner, they should have made it with a strait edge and had the corners be the same shape as the pan's corners for you could use it to dig out food from the pan's edges easier. Unimpressed.

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After using this product for the last few months, I can say that it is sturdy and handles well. I still prefer to use non-metal utensils. I'm not totally sold on any product being scratch proof enough for the non-stick surface to be resilient.

When placed over two small burners, the centre section is about 10 degrees cooler. The temperature differencial is good for cooking eggs while bacon/sausage is cooking on the ends. I also prefer to use it to make toast instead of a toaster. All-in-all, great so far.

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This griddle is pretty much perfect. It heats evenly, the nonstick works like a charm, it cleans very easily, and the pour spout drain thingie in the corner has saved me a lot of bacon grease mishaps. Most importantly for me, though it is LIGHT. Incredibly light, especially if you have any cast iron pans to compare it to. I love my cast iron, but lifting them on/off the stove and in/out of the sink is a serious workout! I've used the griddle about 8 or 9 times so far (for grilled sandwiches, burgers, bacon and pancakes), and it looks good as new. Great product.

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My favorite double griddle of all time was the KitchenAid non-stick enamel. I was so sad when they discontinued that item. Enter the Anolon double griddle. As much as I loved the KitchenAid version, this one has one several advantages:

1. Longevity. I went through two of the KitchenAid version even with very careful treatment. I never put it in the dishwasher and never used metal utensils with it. Still the non-stick surface degraded fairly rapidly for such a high priced item.

2. Metal utensils will not destroy the non-stick surface

3. For folks with enamel stovetops the Anolon double griddle has an added appeal: it won't adhere to your stove if you don't use a "bridge"

The only cons I can come up with, but don't keep me from loving this:

1. Cannot be washed in the dishwasher (this isn't a con for me, but may be for others)

2. It doesn't seem to hold the heat quite so well and my former double griddles, but this is not a deal breaker.

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Grill Zone 43037 BBQ Grill Brush, 8-Inch

This is the perfect size for cleaning my pizza stone, which is why I ordered it. I wanted both the stiff metal bristles and the flat scraper to get off all of those burned-on particles, and this fit the bill!

Decent brush -good solid build, but a bit short. I would like to have a longer handle for a large BBQ.

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Maybe this is my own fault for not paying attention to the description, but this grill brush is TINY! Besides that, it's fine. Exactly as described, just much smaller that I thought it would be.

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Cuisinart WM-SW2 Dual-Sandwich Nonstick Electric Grill

This is a great little appliance for making good grilled sandwiches FAST! I was surprised that it only took about 2 minutes to grill 2 sandwiches. A green light comes on when they are done, and it's right on when that light comes on, the sandwiches are perfectly browned. I would have given it five stars, but I think it would be easier to clean if the grilling plates snapped out like some larger sandwich makers out there. Overall, a good buy.

The product does exactly what it is billed to do: it grills sandwiches quickly. The problem is that the grill is very small, so normal grocery store bread is way too big and it hangs out the side. In addition, if you want to make a bigger sandwich, i.e., stacked with several ingredients, the lid will not close and lock without Herculean strength and the risk of burning yourself. It does OK with two small pieces of bread and a small amount of cheese. But, for that, it's just as easy to heat up a nonstick frying pan. It would be, however, handy for students in dorms or others with no access to a stove.

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The design of the hinges (fixed rather than slip-joint} severely limits the thickness of the sandwich you can make. With more than one ingredient in the sandwich, the heating plates are not parallel. The top slice of bread gets toasted unenenly, and the cheese oozes out.

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Many reviewers are complaining about only being able to make "thin sandwiches" with this press. I've owned it for 8 months now, and it has worked perfectly for every single sandwich I have ever put in there.

Last night, I made a meatball and marinara stuffed sandwich. The meatballs were about 3 inches tall, cut in half, so 1.5 inches in the sandwich. I put some marinara sauce and mozzarella, the top piece of bread, and it worked perfectly.

I have no idea what these people are putting in their sandwiches, but if you plan on 6 inches of sandwich (vertically, that is), then no this grill may not work for you. However, those 6-inch-tall monstrosities are probably not legally classified as "sandwiches" once they get that tall anyway.

It's a sandwich grill. It fits two pieces of bread, some cheese, some meat, a few veggies, and it squeezes your sandwich together and cooks from both sides. When the green light is lit, your sandwich is done! It's easy. It's fast. It's high quality and still looks/functions like new after 8 months of heavy use (heavy being at least 3 times a week, usually 5-7 times a week. My household loves hot sandwiches.)

Easy to clean just wipe it out with a moist paper towel when it's still warm (don't burn yourself like I'm wont to do).

Another fun idea: I use this grill to make omelets. Scramble a few eggs in a bowl with a fork; mix in some green onions, ham, and cheese; a few dashes of tobasco sauce; pour the bowl in the grill and clamp down. In 5 minutes, you'll have a perfectly-cooked, square-shaped omelet.

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I worried that I'd stick this back in the closet next to the smoothie maker and the bread machine. But it sits on our counter and is used nearly every day. The teenagers love it because they can whip up two sandwiches at a time and wolf them down while they cook two more. And the sandwiches cook quickly. Red light means cooking, green light means done. No guesswork! The hardest part about it is getting the kids to stop using up all the bread in one day.

Worth every penny.

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Girls Pink Cupcake Apron

I love this cute little apron. It is perfect for my 6 year old stepdaughter. The embroidered cupcakes on the front are super cute and she loves it. It is sturdy too and should withstand our many baking adventures.

This is a very cute apron for my granddaughter. It appears to be well constructed and should prove to stand up to the test.

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I bought this for my 10 year old daughter. It is exactly as I expected for fit, and good quality fabric. The only disappointment was how wrinkled it was. Hopefully that will become a non-issue after laundering and drying. My daughter loves this apron!

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AS SEEN ON TV Minden Anytime Grill COLOR (RED /BLACK /BLUE) -FOR USE W/ GAS & electric stovetops WI

I love the Minden Grill. it makes it easy to get that great grilled flavor right in the kitchen. It's fast, and convenient.

Too smoky for apartment. Can't be used indoor. The only way to use it is to take it outside and fill up with coal. As regular grill.

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West Bend 72215 Electric Extra-Deep Oblong 12-by-15-Inch Nonstick Skillet

If you know anything about non stick electric fry pans, you know they usually have two things in common, 1. they only heat where the heating coil is in the bottom, resulting in uneven heating, then that area wears out, creating a permanent sticky ring in the bottom of the fryer that peels, bubbles, and burns everything. 2. they have notoriously LOW sides making their usefulness very limited. This West Bend 72215 Electric nonstick skillet addresses those very issues. First of all, you'll get even heating and the non stick is very durable. Second, the pan is OBLONG and has EXTRA DEEP sides! The shape and size makes it very much more versatile than any other electric fry pan you may have tried. And at under fifty dollars, it is a steal! I like to use a pan like this to avoid heating up the kitchen (OR having to clean the stove!) in the Summer, and at the Cabin. Grab one, you won't be disappointed!

love using electric skillets but found out this one doesn't keep its nonstick coating on...very disappointing...seeing that I do not want to be eating it in my food...I thought maybe plastic utensils were gouging it & turned to just silicone spatulas...but it didn't matter...more&more coating is coming off no matter what I do...Also like the other review said it does heat up to really hot & then it shuts off...Ive had it for 6 months now & use it once or twice a week...I like the size & the depth of the pan..wish it wasn't so flaky..

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This skillet has some major shortcomings. It has VERY thin sidewalls which results in a significant uneven distribution of heat. One has to consistently move food to get it to cook evenly. The thin sidewalls also do not hold the heat. While cooking, the skillet cycles through getting extremely hot then shuts off and stops cooking. It seems unable to even remotely hold a constant temperature. I use a skillet for a lot of my cooking but this one is literally unusable.

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I have to really wonder about any good reviews on this product. We were "gifted" this skillet for a 10 year employment anniversary gift where my husband works. I researched the gift options and chose this in spite of poor reviews. I lowered my expectations and hoped for the best. I guess I didn't lower them enough.

I used it for the first time today frying up some chicken tenders. I figured that would give an an idea about the heating, seeing how each piece turned out. The only good thing about this skillet is it's size (I was able to lay out 10 tenders at once), but that falls way short as it just means more food to cook unevenly or burn. The heating in this skillet is anything but even. Very hot at the source and cooler on the other end and all kinds of temp differences in between. One of the last pieces to go in was starting to burn before it was time to turn the first piece which never really got a good brown on it at all. (it was right next to the other piece) Some were crispy and most weren't. That's not counting the overcooked ones.

As far as the structure, it does as other reviewers say, have very thin walls around it. As I was cleaning it and handling it I could feel a slight give in the side wall. The ends are so close to the handles that you can't get anything in between to clean there if you get something spilled over the edge. And as for the tilt leg... What tilt leg? I never could find it after seriously trying to figure that out. The legs are part of the one solid piece of plastic on each end that is the handle. Nothing moves to tilt anything. Of course that could just be me. I mean this thing being so high tech it was probably over my head to figure it out.

Don't waste your time on this skillet... it's NOT worth the money.

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Love this skillet. I was looking for a good electric skillet/frying pan. This one is perfect. It is extra large sized so I can fix everything I need for the family in one pan. Has nice glass cover so

you can see your food as you cook. Also is non-stick for easy cleanup.

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Kingsford KRU40 St. Louis Grill Brush

I had given this grill brush a five-star rating just a few days ago, but now must change it to only one star. Why? While cleaning off the grill today I noticed that the brush has started shedding metal bristles. Lots of them, and this is only the fourth time I have used the brush. I have handled it no differently than others I have used in the past, and those had no shedding issues whatsoever. (They were just as inexpensive as this one, too.) It is a good thing that I was paying attention, because otherwise my steak and asparagus would have been seasoned with sharp barbs of stainless steel. I'm throwing the brush away, as well as the extra replacement head I purchased with it. The folks who produce this brush should consider recalling them, and Amazon might want to consider notifying buyers of this potential problem.

Nice brush, long handle, great quality and construction but I am disappointed that Amazon is advertising that it comes with a replacement head when it does not.

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I went through several grill brushes on amazon and chose this one in particular because of the reviews and because it claims that, "Replaceable head included". Not the case at all. Just a heads up for everyone out there.

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Great brush with a nice handle and strong bristles. The brush I received did not come with a replacement brush head as promised.

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The bristles are indeed stainless steel, but the rest of the metal parts rusted within one month, so the whole thing now looks totally disgusting. Very disappointed.

David Greenbaum. Clearwater, FL.

The sharper Image Super wave oven 4-piece baking set Accessory: Muffin Pan, Mini Muffin Pan, 2 Mini

The different sized muffin tins are ver nice. The rectangular baking pans are great. I use these more than the tins.

Although they cooked perfectly, I was disappointed the pans do not fit on the bottom rack also. I thought I could cook two pans at one time. I still like the pans.

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I just finished baking muffins for my nieces and they came out great

It fits easily I the superwave oven and I also got the muffin recipe book by superwave and it's great

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Amcor AF8000E 8,000-BTU Portable Air Conditioner

I can't say I've had as good an experience as others reported here...the main problem I've discovered is that the compressor only cycles on for about seven minutes at a time, followed by fifteen minutes during which the machine simply operates as a fan and blows in hot air from outside. Company info on their web site indicates that this is being done to prevent the compressor from overheating--unfortunately, this results in the compressor remaining cool while my small studio apartment (only 200 sq feet) remains too hot. I don't know if other units have similar limitations, but I would hesitate to recommend this product on the basis of my own experience. Hope this is helpful to anyone looking to make a buying decision...

Overall I am very satisfied with this portable air conditioner.

The Good:

-Shipping was extremely fast (2 days for standard shipping).

-Installation was a breeze.

-The air that comes out is actually cold, and powerful. The fan produces a terrific draft of cool air.

-It cools the room quickly.

-The evaporative draining system is great... no emptying buckets of water constantly!

The Bad:

-It does make some noise (no more than a normal window air conditioner would). But I would say the relief from a hot, humid day is well worth the buzzing noise.

-The exhaust hose was larger than I expected. Which means if you don't place the air conditioner strategically, it can be a huge eye sore in the room.

However, it does do its job well and I would recommend this unit to anyone needing to cool a room/dorm/small apartment. Enjoy!

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I purchased this unit out of desperation in the midst of a heat-wave. I read a lot of reviews and settled on this guy, and I'm not disappointed. My living room isn't huge (approx. 12'x16'), but it cools it down effectively.

The Pros:

My girlfriend loves the remote. You can change the mode, target temperature, fan speed, and turn it on and off without moving off the couch.

I like that it shows you the temperature. I also like that it automatically kicks the compressor on and off as needed.

No buckets to empty.

The Cons:

When the other reviews talk about the exhaust tube being big, they're lying. It's FREAKIN' HUGE. Think dryer hose.

There's no way (that I've found, at least) to set it to turn off when it hits the target temperature. I still panic over high energy bills, so it's scary to leave it running all the time. I'd like it a lot more if it would not only kill the compressor, but shut down the whole unit when the room becomes cool enough.

It's fairly noisy. I don't have a lot of experience with air conditioners, but it's louder than the few units I've been around before. It's not terrible, though, so this is only a half-con. More of a concern, I guess.

It's not an Energy Star appliance. That was my biggest hesitation point before I ultimately bought this unit.

Overall, I'm pretty happy with my purchase. I might come back and change my tune after I've seen a couple months of energy bills, but last month's only went up marginally. I'll keep my fingers crossed.

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Much better than my old window units. Because of the portability you can make the most of the 8000 BTUs by directing the air at the right location and level. I also live in the Northeast so there are many days I can just roll it into a closet until the next heat wave. No ugly window unit just sitting there all summer. You may have to cut a piece of plastic if you want a custom window fit but I simply make up the gap of several inches with a small white rag that blends right in -easy to move to windows of different sizes. Highly recommend this Amcor model!!! Be careful if you select other units as this is a newer technology at these price points so a brand name may not mean much. I never heard of Amcor but the great reviews on this unit swayed me and it has been rock solid. No water to drain. I suspect as you go to higher BTUs with any brand you run the risk of it being more unreliable.

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Portability is definitely an advantage of this AC. And it does cool down the room for a good night's sleep.

Cuisinart Stainless Steel Grilling Platter

Cuisinart Stainless Steel Grilling Platter

I bought this to go with the Cuisinart CGG-200 All Foods Grill. One came with the grill, but this allows me to cover nearly all the grilling surface so I can grill seafood and vegetables at the same time. It works just like it's supposed to.....nothing magical, and no issues.

The first time I used this it warped as soon as I put cold veggies on it. I had it preheating on medium heat and put cold veggies that had been marinating in the fridge. One corner popped up and flipped off a few pieces. It did return to normal after a while on the grill, but has done the warping/popping things 2 of the 3 times I've used it. It is a little small, but allows for about 3 servings of veggies to be cooked at a time and leaves the grill open for cooking meat.

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21st Century B65A9 Combo Brush, 16-1/2-Inch

Five stars for the value. The product is just fine. Unique design. I love the long handle. The brushes are ok, probably won't stand up to years of use, but what can you expect for just a few dollars shipped to your door? I'm grateful to Amazon for this product.

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Music City Metals 15102 Stainless Steel Burner Head Replacement for Select Charmglow and Sunbeam Ga

The tubes, that are clearly shown in the picture, don't come with the burner. I was able to use the old ones but that was probably luck. The burner itself works fine.

Product arrive on time. It worked to repair our grill and was of good quality. Ad was a little misleading as the drop tubes were not included but were shown in the picture. I was able to use old tubes with no problem so it was not a great concern. Other hardware and new nuts and washer were included. Price was good and made it worth fixing our old grill.

I would buy again from this merchant..

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...and grills meat :-P

Replacement of the broken burner was easy, the stainless steel version looks long lasting to me.

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Nordic Ware Holiday Wreath Pan

For many years I owned the basic fluted Nordic Ware bundt pan. Occasionally I made a rich pound cake and then returned the pan to its place in the cabinet not giving the matter much thought. Then a few years ago I saw this Christmas Wreath pan in a gourmet cooking shop. I'm not sure if it was the intricacy of the design or the obvious quality but I had to have it and as other beautiful designs are created by Nordic Ware, they are added to my bundt pan collection. Using a pan like this makes baking in a plain round or rectangle seems unnecessarily bland. This pan produces gorgeous cakes that look simply stunning. No additional decorating is needed, except for a sprinkle of powdered sugar to bring out the details.

Begin by spraying the pan liberally with a baking spray that contains flour, like baker's joy, then turn the pan upside down and let it drain over paper towels while preparing the cake. Use a thick batter either from scratch or alter a cake mix. The included recipe is great and there are are many recipes on the Internet and some good cookbooks to help, but one simple method when using a mix is to substitute the water for plain yogurt or sour cream (non-fat work fine, too) and add an extra egg (or two egg whites). Light colored batters show off the detail in but anything will look nice. Any additions to the batter should be small, like mini-chocolate chips, citrus zest, poppy seeds or finely chopped nuts so they don't sink to the bottom of the cake mold and ruin the design.

The pan should be filled 2/3 full of batter to ensure the entire design of the pan is included in the finished cake. My first attempt using this pan only had the batter reaching slightly above the half-way point, so when it finished baking the batter never rose fully to incorporate all the details of the bottom edge. It still looked nice and tasted great, but I always made extra batter after that, which I use to make mini bundt cakes. Give the pan a good rap or two on the counter before putting it in the oven to release any air bubbles (they interfere with the design.)

Be sure to let the cake rest in the pan after it comes out of the oven for 10 to 15 minutes (but no more) and then put a cooling rack on the top of the pan and turn the pan over. The cake should pop right out. I've made many and never had one stick. The key to good release is in using a baking spray and allowing the 10-15 minute rest period before unmolding. If after baking the bottom of the cake is uneven, before unmolding, take a bread knife and gently cut straight across to slice off the high parts so the cake will sit flat. Never use metal utensils on the pan or harsh scouring pads. With a little care the pan should last a lifetime.

I baked Ina Garten's Lemon Cake in this pan for the Holidays and it was not only a gorgeous cake it was delicious..The cake came right out of the pan and I brushed the glaze on with a wide pastry brush...I own many many nordicware pans and this is one of my very favorites. In case your wondering..the pan is large but the cake recipe from Food Network was adequate to make a nice cake without doubling the recipe!...I also brushed the pan with shortning prior to flouring it and lowered the oven temp. to 325 Degrees and it came out a golden brown,just like the picture. If you do a lot of baking...this is a pan to add to your collection!..Thanks Amazon.

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I saw this pan on a gold box last year and had to have it. I'm so glad I bought it. It is a heavy, high quality pan that turns out everytime with ease. I use a light coat of Pam for Baking. The first time I used it, I made the Hershey's Chocolate Cake recipe (the one of the back of the box) and dusted with powder sugar. Next I made my carrot cake. My carrot cake is a very, very dense carrot and spice cake that is a family favorite. WOW! It came out so nicely that I did not frost it but served cream cheese frosting in a crystal bowl next to it. Next time I may just pipe some red frosting on the ribbon to make it pop.

I love the Nordic Ware pans so much that I now own 3 and am looking at replacing all my baking pans with these.

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Any cake pan will do when baking a studded fruit cake or any other cake for that matter. But Nordic ware pans are so beautiful and sturdily made. This one is no exception. I found this elsewhere and am not dissapointed in the way this bakes and how stunning these cakes leave your table during the holidays or any celebration. Remember though to butter it well, with a pastry brush to get into the grooves, and dust with flour for easy release. Enjoy!

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This pan is wonderful when decorated with my little plastic santa in his sleigh & pulled by the reindeers. I have the reindeers flying over the hole in the middle of the cake with little plastic trees spread around the cake so it actually looks like the sleigh with Santa in it is flying. I also dust the final product very lightly with icing sugar to resemble snow. I am only sorry I didn't have it earlier in life but oh well, will make the best of it now. I will think of other occasions to use it for undoubtedly. It is awesome, love it.

What started the search for this pan was my leftover eggnog every year, eggnog freezes well, so not having the time to make the cake right away, I froze the eggnog before it soured to make the cake a few days later. I got tired throwing the eggnog away at the end of each Christmas, so I "Googled" recipes to use eggnog with. I got this wonderful recipe for Eggnog Pound Cake. It was sooo yummy I decided that it was to be a family happening every Christmas. So now I make my own eggnog or buy it ahead of time if available to make the cake ahead of Christmas. To take it another step forward, I searched my pantry and came up with the small Christmaas decorations to help make it more festive.