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Cuisinart Pure Indulgence Frozen Yogurt, Sorbet, and Ice Cream Maker – Gadget Of The Week.

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What seems like a winter that would not end, is finally giving way to some beautiful weather here in Southern Ontario. Today it’s about 32 Celsius, but with the humidity if feels more like 38 Celsius, so this usually means it’s time to break out the trusty old ice cream maker we got a couple years back, for some frozen delights. If you recall the coconut ice cream recipe I shared with you last summer “A Vintage Trinbagonian Coconut Ice Cream Recipe” you’ll know that we’ve got one of those “pail” type ice cream makers, with the small motor on top which moves the container with the liquid, surrounded by chunks of ice. To finally freeze the custard-like liquid inside.

vintage ice cream maker by white mountainNow don’t get me wrong, some would argue that these types of ice cream makers are the best, but it’s not as convenient as some of the more modern ones. My dad would say that the best one for him would be those wooden pail ones, that you had to hand-crank. Like the one in the picture to the left (White Mountain Ice Cream Maker). By the way, if you’re old school like my dad or looking for some exercise, you can click on the picture to buy one. I’m sure many of you would have some good childhood memories of this type of vintage ice cream maker, like I do.

If it’s convenience and versatility you’re looking for, then you may want to get your hands on the Cuisinart Pure Indulgence 2-Quart Frozen Yogurt-Sorbet & Ice Cream Maker ICE-30BC that I asked for this Father’s Day! Lets hope someone was listening! Here’s why I made this the gadget of the week for June. Yea, I realize that I should title it gadget of the month.. Oh well!

Cuisinart Pure Indulgence 2-Quart Frozen Yogurt-Sorbet & Ice Cream Maker ICE-30BC

Cuisinart Frozen Yogurt, Sorbet, and Ice Cream Maker

Looks sexy eh! Attractively styled and simple to use, Cuisinart’s ICE-30BC efficiently yields up to 2 quarts of frozen yogurt, sorbet, or soft-serve ice cream in as little as 25 minutes.

Cuisinart Frozen SorbetThe 9-inch square brushed stainless-steel base houses the heavy-duty motor, bottom cord storage, and the black and chrome on/off dial. The 2-quart capacity freezer bowl has a smooth metallic silver-toned inner cavity and a deep gray hard plastic exterior with an outer diameter of 7.5 inches. Complete assembly of the unit takes only minutes, but fully freezing the cooling liquid within the freeing bowl’s double insulated walls can take from 6 to 28 hours prior to use, depending on your freezer temperature. Thoroughly freezing the canister is the key to successful results. We suggest storing the bowl in your freezer to ensure quick and easy use of your ice cream maker.

Once frozen, the bowl seats perfectly into a cylindrical opening in the base. A gray plastic mixing arm fits into the bowl and a transparent lid locks into place with an easy twist. Once assembled, a simple half turn of the dial starts the motor and the frozen bowl begins to turn. A 3-foot cord conveniently allows flexibility in positioning the base on your table or counter and a 3-inch top opening in the lid serves as a spout for adding your pre-mixed recipe ingredients.

Cuisinart Frozen YogurtThe churning motor “hums” audibly–but not excessively–during use and features an automatic safety shutoff to prevent overheating. The clear lid allows easy viewing and monitoring of the mixing process. Soft-serve mixtures are deliciously ready in minutes and firmer consistency is easily accomplished with a few hours in your freezer. Numerous recipes are included.

I can only imagine making up a batch or two of rum and raisin (my fave) or how about some mango pineapple ice cream this summer. But wait, for you frozen sorbet lovers like Tehya and Indy, you won’t be left out. Yes, this bad boy makes Sorbet and frozen yogurt as well. I’ll just have to find some recipes or make some concoction of my own.

To own one of these Cuisinart Pure Indulgence 2-Quart Frozen Yogurt-Sorbet & Ice Cream Maker ICE-30BC, click on the link below. They’re reasonably priced and comes with a 3 year limited warranty. Convenient, durable, and actually a lot of fun, the Cuisinart’s ICE-30BC churns out  homemade ice cream, sorbet and frozen yogurt you, your family and friends will enjoy during those beautiful days of summer.

CLICK HERE >> Get your very own Cuisinart Pure Indulgence 2-Quart Frozen Yogurt-Sorbet & Ice Cream Maker ICE-30BC

If you already own one of these ice cream makers, I’d love to get your feedback on it. What you like, dislike and overall performance (if you don’t mind). Leave me a comment below in the area provided. I will do the same once I get mine on Father’s Day morning and have time to put it to use… lets hope they were listening!

Happy Cooking!

Chris….

p.s. This makes a great gift as well!

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Bodum Fyrkat Portable Charcoal Grill – Gadget Of The Week.

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If you live in northern climates as I do, you’ll know excited one gets when winter is at an end and spring showers promises the warmth of summer. Don’t get me wrong, snow and bitter cold will not prevent me from venturing outside to crank up the propane BBQ and get my grilling on. But as far as charcoal goes… that’s a summertime tradition. Especially when doing picnics in the parks and by the beach (well… lake side). If you’re fortunate enough to live in the Caribbean or anywhere where you don’t have to deal with cold winters, power to you!

Nothing beats that lovely smoked flavor you get from cooking over coals and no matter how hard you try, you could never duplicate it on a gas grill. I’ve tried, with packets of wood chips etc, with no real success. Don’t even bother with those liquid smoke crap they sell!

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Introducing The Bodum Fyrkat Portable Charcoal Grill…


Not really designed for the kitchen, but it will work great on your back porch or backyard grilling area. This 13.4-inch grill is for cooking whole fish, steaks for 4, chicken, pork and more in the great outdoors. The compact design is for easy car transport to the picnic and for grilling on small balconies. The enamel-coated steel construction for corrosion- and scratch-resistance and easy, scrub-free cleaning makes keeping the grill looking great super simple. It features a latching lid which makes it easy to pick up the grill and carry with one hand and keeps charcoal contained during transport.

Fyrkat-grill-With-BurgersImagine the impression you’ll make when you start grilling some tasty island style chicken or how about some pork marinated in some wicked Jamaican jerk marinade. Compact, sturdy, roomy for it’s size and available is many striking colors, you’ve got to get one of these Bodum Fyrkat Portable Charcoal Grills.

Bodum Fyrkat Portable Charcoal Grill Features…

– 13.4-inch grill for cooking whole fish, steaks for 4, jerk chicken, and more in the great outdoors
– Compact design for easy car transport to the picnic and for grilling on small balconies
– Enamel-coated steel construction for corrosion- and scratch-resistance and easy, scrub-free cleaning
– Latching lid makes it easy to pick up the grill and carry with one hand and keeps charcoal contained during transport
– Uses charcoal for true barbecue flavor; measures 15.4 by 15.4 by 11.5 inches; 1-year warranty

To own one of these beautifully designed portable charcoal grills, click here >>>  Bodum Fyrkat Portable Charcoal Grill I’ve used my one countless times and I’m quite pleased by the results I get every time I BBQ.. so too our friends. See if you can guess which color I got!

Happy cooking!

Chris…

p.s. Forget meats for a minute.. imagine the rich taste you get when you roast tomato or eggplant (baigan) over open flames just before you make an extra spicy choka! I bet you could also easily roast a breadfruit on this baby.

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Making Curly Fries Simple – Gadget Of The Week.

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Curly Fry Cutter review

The closest I’ve ever come to making curly fries are the ones you get in the frozen section of the grocery store, where you have to stick them in the oven and wait the 25 minutes or so and hope they turn out ok. Like most things that are prepackaged and frozen, they are usually tasteless and even if you follow the directions on the package, they never cook the way you’d expect. In this first edition of “Gadget of The Week” I’d like to share with you, a device that seemed impressive the very first time I laid eyes on it.

Progressive International Curly Fry Cutter.

Curly Fry Cutter

I’m not sure if there are other gadgets designed specifically for making curly fries, but I know if you’re using a basic kitchen knife to try and accomplish this, you’d be out of luck. With the Curly Fry Cutter you simply place your potato or other vegetable inside the Curly Fry Cutter and turn the crank. The threaded rod makes slicing easier, and the Curly Fry Cutter’s closed design keeps fingers safe while minimizing countertop mess and keeping things organized. You can make both slices and continuous spirals with the Progressive International Curly Fry Cutter, perfect for both casual and fancy dining. The Curly Fry Maker has a 3-cup capacity and is top rack dishwasher safe.

Here’s a pic of some sweet potato and regular potato cut using the Progressive International Curly Fry Cutter. All you need now is to add these to your deep fryer and you’ll have fresh cut curly fries which will impress your kids and adults alike. Kids just love these novelty fries and I’m sure you’ll have no problem getting them to eat their lunch or dinner with some juicy strips of steak.

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Check out this video on how simple it is to use… but first read this customer review:

It really works! I thought, with it being plastic looking, that it would be cheaper quality but it works great :] Curly fries all the way. And it is soo simple to use, just put your peeled potato in [or whatever you choose to curl] and twist the crank at the top, you got yourself some homemade curly fries :] And to wash you can just throw it in the dishwasher, really simple. Also you don’t have to make curly deliciousness, you can switch it to just cut the item too if you’d like. Great item for the price!

Get Your Progressive International Curly Fry Cutter (click here)

Do leave me your thoughts on this below (in the comment section) especially if you already own one of these curly fries cutter. Should you have an idea for the gadget of the week, contact me with the details of it, but it must be something that stands out and make life easier for us in the kitchen. thanks for your suggestions.