Smart Planet PQM-1 Quesadilla Maker

Works Great!
We were eager to use the quesadilla maker since our othe one bit te dust. This one is smaller but we shall overcome I Love it easy to clean ! Use it more often.

Great Quesos
This product looks good, is easy to use and makes great quesadillas. It is so easy that my 11 year old son makes his own. clean up is fast and easy. Very pleased with the product.

Limited use
This only takes the small flour tortillas - no larger than 8". Concept is great and for one person it is fine. But because you can only make one at a time, don't plan on eating while you're making them for others. Would be more efficient to make several at one one in the oven or on a stove top griddle.

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Hamilton Beach Wave Crusher 8-Speed Blender

I LOVE THIS BLENDER!!!!!!
I owned a Hamilton Beach blender and food processor combo unit for over 10 years and loved it.....I used it every day until I wore it out. (I'd say a 10 year run is really a good run!) Because I loved my previous Hamilton Beach blender/food processor, I decided to look at blenders in the Hamilton Beach line again, and was very impressed at the wide selection they offer. My food processing and blending needs have increased as I have had a lot of dental work done recently, and still need more done, so I need a lot of smoothies and purees right now, so I use it more than once/day. There were no reviews for this blender on Amazon, but there were 3 reviews on WalMart's site, and everyone loved it, so I decided to give it a try. The features I wanted were 1.) A glass jar 2.) High power, low piercing sound 3.) Sturdy, solid base 4.) No push buttons for easy cleaning 5.) Stainless steel/black to match my kitchen/sleek, retro look because I leave it out on the counter 6.) Cord storage...

Wanna be disappointed?
I bought this Wave crusher blender at Walmart to make our favorite eggplant dip (baba ganough) which I had been making with a 30-40 year old Hamilton Beach-Scovill, mustard yellow 7 speed push button blender. My decision to replace it was simply because I wanted one with a larger glass blending jar, instead of the smaller old style plastic one.

Big mistake.

This new model HB blender will NOT blend anything unless it's ALREADY in a liquid state. Broiled eggplant is very light and watery and this blender will not mix it up unless you turn it off, use a spoon to mix by hand then turn it back on again - several times. What a hassle. I quickly discovered that if I added a little water, and shook the hell out of it while it was ON, it would help, but I only wanted to make a creamy dip, not eggplant soup...

More problems...
There is NO difference in speed when using the Hi-Lo switch on any of the 3 speeds on the speed knob. I noticed another reviewer...

Nice looking piece of garbage.
Pros:

1. It looks good.

Cons:

1. It doesn't blend anything except thin liquids.
2. If attempts are made to blend anything other than thin liquids, the motor burns first slows to a crawl, then burns out.

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Lansky 2-rod Turn Box Crock Stick Sharpener

If you want fine grit (WHITE) ceramic, this is wrong model
I ordered this thinking it would be fine grit sticks (WHITE) which are my preference for touch up sharpening. However, it is medium grit version which is too coarse for what I use these for. If you'd rather have the fine grit version, it's at this link:

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However, for some reason that is unexplained, it's more expensive, and you can apparently get the four stick version (two fine and two medium) for less!

Very good sharpener
I have used this sharpener for two years. It gives a great edge, consistently, and reliable. Tuck the sticks away and it easily fits in the knife drawer. Easier than the 4-stick model-just move the two sticks over for the finish angle.

Not what is in the photo.
I received a different set of sharpeners than what was photoed. Not what I wanted. It was the grey sticks that are not the same as what is photoed. I was trying to replace a set that is shown.

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Quilted Hunter Green Kitchen Aid Extra Large Mixer Appliance Cover

Perfect Fit
This cover is being used to cover a Hamilton Beach juicer. I went by the measurement of this cover, and it fitted the juicer very well.

Mixer cover
I had quilted appliance covers that were falling apart...I liked them so much I decided to get the same thing. These covers, however, are not the same - they are so much better!! The fabric is quite thick and substantial. The wooden ring at the top adds a nice touch. I have not washed them yet as I have had them only a short time. I do know I will wash them in cold and hang to dry so they last longer. I am very impressed.

COVERING THE MONSTER!
I saved and saved and finally bought my Kitchen Aid stand mixer. I got the professional model which will
mix a number of loaves of bread dough. It works perfectly but the machine itself is large and it's sight, overpowers my kitchen work area. The Appliance Cover, in the dark color, makes the whole thing blend into my work surface.
Try and keep things neat and tidy in your kitchen.

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Coaster Cherry finished plant stand with white marble top

great purchase
Very easy to assemble and looks first class. I liked it so much I bought another one. They were packed very will and arrived promptly.





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Sunbeam CKSBPM5020 2-Slice Panini Maker

Pretty good for a budget grill
I picked up the Sunbeam CKSBPM5020 to use as a sandwich press. It not only makes hot sandwiches quite well, it also has some features not often found on inexpensive indoor grills:
*Adjustable temperature
*Indicator lights for power and readiness for cooking
*Floating hinge that makes pressing thin and thick sandwiches equally easy

The only drawbacks are that everything, including the accessories, is made from lightweight materials and the grill plates are not detachable. Neither of these take much away from an appliance that I only use a few times a month. If, however, you plan on eating grilled cheese sandwiches or cooking bacon every day, it's probably better to buy a heavier duty grill.

Four stars.





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Oster 2 Slice Toaster

Great Toaster
I spent hours online reviewing toasters from different companies. I found you can buy a toaster for as little as $10.00 and some are over $400.00. I was more confused after my research so I decided to go with a brand name I have had great luck with - OSTER - the toaster does just what I want it to do. It toasts and toasts evenly. I love the frozen food button for my grandkid's toaster strudles and I use the bagel button to toast hamburger buns. I would recommend it to everyone.

great value for a good quality toaster. recommended
It's a toaster. There is not a lot to it. This one is a great deal though, most of the toasters in the under 30 dollar range are garbage. I am in love with the bagel button, it toasts a bagel perfectly and the bagel button lights up with a blue LED. I looked around locally with a price limit of 25 dollars for toasters and only found a couple very cheap plastic looking ones in the stores for that price. I was thrilled to come home and find an attractive name brand toaster for under 25 with free shipping. I trust Oster not to burn my house down. They have been making small appliances for longer than I have been alive. I still unplug it when not in use though. Cord is very short, plan on it being situated directly in front of an outlet. Seems pretty well made although I wish the lever were metal instead of plastic. Not big deal though. Fit and finish is very nice and I am very happy I did not end up with an ugly white plastic toaster for the same money. Thanks amazon!

So Far So Good
I know similar models to this have not had great reviews but so far this is a great little toaster. It toasts both sides of the toast fairly evenly and looks fabulous. We'll see how long it lasts. But I only paid $15 for my locally so if it dies, I buy another one.

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