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Using a Foil Roaster for Your Turkey?

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 07:55:08 +0000

Aluminum foil roasting pans are the roaster of choice for some. They're fairly cheap, easy to find in stores and clean up can be a breeze - just throw it out. However as I found out several years ago, even with the best of care, this flimsy roasting choice can leave you the biggest clean-up right in the oven. It's no longer my preferred roaster, but if you are using a foil roasting pan for your turkey this year, you may want to read my Tips on Using a Foil Roaster to ensure you don't have more clean-up than you bargained for.

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Using a Foil Roaster for Your Turkey? originally appeared on About.com Housewares / Appliances on Saturday, November 21st, 2009 at 07:55:08.

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Wilton Ultimate Gingerbread House

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 07:55:09 +0000

If you're looking for a festive family project to get everyone in the holiday mood, this Wilton Ultimate Gingerbread House may be just right for family night fun. And bonus, the house walls are pre-built so no construction (baking) experience required - just imagination. Learn more about this holiday decoration in Wilton Ultimate Gingerbread House.

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Wilton Ultimate Gingerbread House originally appeared on About.com Housewares / Appliances on Friday, November 20th, 2009 at 07:55:09.

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Save With E-zeeWrap

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 07:37:20 +0000

I have to admit that I'm often skeptical when it comes to products advertised on TV and yet it's the market of choice for many small brands.� One such product that does work and yes, really does save you money is the E-zeeWrap food wrap dispenser.�� It's not the dispenser per say that saves you money, it's the roll it takes and with all the smaller food wrap rolls you won't need to buy, you can quickly recoup the cost of the dispenser.� I've used an earlier white model for years and though I've never taken an actual count of the savings, I know one roll will last me a year and beyond.� Of course, how long a roll lasts will vary with each household, but you'll still save.�� When it comes to convenience - that's more difficult to quantify, but minutes saved can also add up.� I recently tested the new stainless model to see how well it was made and if it would resist smudges.� Learn more about the E-zeeWrap Dispenser and find out how it fared in my E-zeeWrap Dispenser Review.

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Save With E-zeeWrap originally appeared on About.com Housewares / Appliances on Wednesday, November 18th, 2009 at 07:37:20.

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Manage That Waste!

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 07:58:50 +0000

We hear terms like reuse, recycle and reduce often and while we may participate in some form of local recycling program, voluntarily or otherwise, it can be somewhat daunting when we stand back and take a look at what we actually accumulate in a week, in way of trash.�� In other words, how much more trash would we have if we did nothing at all to reduce it.�� It boggles my mind how much just two people can discard.�� And if you pay user fees for every trash bag you drag to the curb, well I can think of lots of ways to spend that loot and it's not on garbage.��There are options to reduce household trash, some only need time while others include installing a serious trash buster.�� Learn more about managing waste and how you can attack this problem in How to Manage Kitchen Waste & Garbage Disposals vs Trash Compactors.

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Manage That Waste! originally appeared on About.com Housewares / Appliances on Monday, November 16th, 2009 at 07:58:50.

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Paderno Jumbo Steak Knives - Review

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 07:57:00 +0000

They look very impressive by their sheer size and seem more fitting beside a large steak. They're also economical to buy.� Now, find out how they performed in my home test of Paderno's Jumbo Steak Knives - Review .

Kettle Buying Tips

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 07:55:51 +0000

You might think there's not much to consider when you're buying a kettle, but it's surprising how this once basic kitchen essential has changed, especially the electric variety. And electric kettle features are not only convenience-inspired, but some offer sound safety devices for those who get busy and forget they have a kettle on. Learn how to buy a kettle and find the best one for your home.

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Kettle Buying Tips originally appeared on About.com Housewares / Appliances on Thursday, November 12th, 2009 at 07:55:51.

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Handy Holders - No Tools Required!

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 07:30:24 +0000

I recently added some handy over the cabinet organizers to my kitchen and I wish I could have found these years ago.� Installing anything on the inside of a kitchen cabinet door can be difficult, especially if the door is not very thick.� These InterDesign smart products slip on easily and you can change them around at will.� Learn more about these handy kitchen and bath (or any cabinet for that matter) organizers in my InterDesign Over the Cabinet Organizers Review.

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Handy Holders - No Tools Required! originally appeared on About.com Housewares / Appliances on Tuesday, November 10th, 2009 at 07:30:24.

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Make Moving an Adventure

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 07:51:44 +0000

Whatever the reason you're moving, you can help your family prepare for this household change by being optimistic and encouraging them to get ready for this new adventure. One way to help them take their mind off leaving, is to get them involved with organizing and packing the belongings. This is a learned skill that they can benefit from later on in life when they spread their wings. These steps on How to Pack for Moving Day will show you how to keep your dishes and other breakables safe and secure till you arrive at your new abode.

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Make Moving an Adventure originally appeared on About.com Housewares / Appliances on Sunday, November 8th, 2009 at 07:51:44.

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Griddle and Grill - Know the Difference?

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 07:52:53 +0000

They sound similar and some people think they have the same function, but though they're both cookware items or electric appliances (they come in either format), they have a unique difference that you can easily spot when shopping for them. Learn more about how to tell a griddle from a grill in What's the Difference Between a Griddle and a Grill?

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Griddle and Grill - Know the Difference? originally appeared on About.com Housewares / Appliances on Friday, November 6th, 2009 at 07:52:53.

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Smaller (Cheaper) Induction Cooking Options

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 07:27:57 +0000

If you've been thinking of induction cooking but replacing your current range is not high on your priority or budget list, there's a couple of ways you can break into this faster mode of cooking, without a major investment.

One option is to install a small induction cooktop on your countertop. This Summit SINC2220 12" cooktop is a nice size with two cooking zones, 8 power levels, pot detection sensor and nice safety features.�� Beware - it would require installation though, so be prepared to read the manufacturer's guide for best final results.� Summit also has a one heating zone model, the SINC1110 if smaller is better for you.

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If you're not familiar with induction, you may want to review my article on Induction Cooking to learn more about this cooking method.� Induction cooking does require special magnetic cookware, since the cooktop heats only the pan.

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If installing a counter cooktop is not something you want to consider, a less intrusive option is to buy one piece of cookware and a one-burner freestanding or portable unit like this Sunpentown SR-951T Micro Induction 12" Electric Cooktop.��Portability makes this unit very convenient - you can place it where you need it, even on the patio.� I should note though that small portable units may be inadequate for extra large pans and more suitable for small-to-mid size pots, depending on the design.

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Adding one or two extra burners to your kitchen can relieve range cooktop congestion and increase your cooking capacity especially when making large meals.

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Smaller (Cheaper) Induction Cooking Options originally appeared on About.com Housewares / Appliances on Wednesday, November 4th, 2009 at 07:27:57.

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