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Last month my wife and I sat down and went through all of our cookware. We had a few pieces that needed to be replaced. They were starting to peel, warp and well, just looked terrible. Not only that, they were no longer performing well. …
Swedish Dish Cloths and Reusable Towels are a must-have in my kitchen. They’re the best for hand washing dishes and cleaning up messes and spills. I got hooked on using them last year and have never looked back! They come in fun and colorful designs…any …
Did you know that when an elephant has his trunk up that it means good luck? Well, it does! If you’re buying an elephant item for yourself or giving one as a gift…always make sure that trunk is facing up! Another fun fact about elephants is that the female does all of the child-rearing. The male elephant has nothing to do with bringing up baby!
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I have a friend who adores elephants and collects all kinds of elephant items. In addition, she’s a tea and coffee drinker. I saw this adorable ceramic elephant tea mug over on Amazon and knew she would love it. Yay…the perfect birthday gift for her. Score!!! It will hold up to 15 fl. oz..
One of the very cool features with this mug is that it has a separate “well” for you to place the tea bag in. I think that’s so cool. Next, it’s a weighty ceramic mug. Durable and high-quality. They state that they recommend hand-washing but she’s been putting it into the dishwasher (top rack) with no problems at all.
When you gift someone a coffee mug or tea mug…you should also gift them a package of coffee or a box of tea bags. On Amazon you’ll find hundreds of different type’s of coffee and tea to choose from. The Elephant Ceramic Tea Mug comes in its own gift box, so it’s ready for gift-giving. Just place in a gift bag and you’re done!
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I’ve been a home canner for the past 30 years. I’ve canned vegetables, fruits, soups, stews, sauces, condiments, meats, fish, juices, desserts and all sorts of things over the years. My water bath canner and steam pressure canners get a workout every canning season. With …
Cocoa Powder will last for years if it’s properly stored in your kitchen or pantry. I use a lot of it in my household, so to save money I like to purchase it in bulk. Once I get it home, I separate it into smaller …
A few weeks ago we reviewed and featured the BlitzHome Vacuum Sealer System on the TCC blog. You can check out our previous post to learn more about that. Today, we’re going to feature the BLITZHOME Sous Vide Slow Cooker Machine that we had the pleasure of reviewing. I have to admit, this was my first experience in using one…so I had a little bit of a learning curve! Don’t worry though, it comes with a user’s manual to help you get started.
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The BLITZHOME Sous Vide Slow Cooker Machine came in a bundle along with the Vacuum Sealer. You can find that bundle for sale over on Amazon for a really affordable price. If you’re a newbie like me to Sous Vide Slow Cooking you’ll find great info in the user’s manual which includes:
Functions and Operations, How to do the Settings, how to set up the WiFi function operation of the slow cooker, how to clean and maintain it, cautions, troubleshooting, etc. I suggest you read through it completely before you get started. Let’s talk about some of the features and functions.
* Waterproof
* Dry-Boil Protection
* Low Water Reminder
* Leakage Protection
* Made out of 304 Stainless Steel
* 1100 W
* Touch Controls
* Large Easy-to-Read Display
* Precise Temperature and Time Controls
We decided to test it out making seasoned pork chops. We seasoned the pork chops and then vacuum sealed them. Tossed into the refrigerator overnight to allow all of that goodness to infuse into the meat. The bags that came with the vacuum sealer allow you to boil and cook right in the bag! We filled up the pot with water and got it boiling.
The Sous Vide Slow Cooker securely attaches to the side of YOUR cooking vessel. I used a stockpot. You then set the temperature and time controls. It’s all on-board of the slow cooker (wand). My husband dropped in the seasoned pork chops (still in the sealed) bag and they started cooking. We did all of this in a large stockpot sitting on our kitchen counter…not on our stove-top! I think this is great for tailgaiting, RVs, camping and so forth.
I was really amazed at how quiet it was. Seriously, you could take a nap…it’s QUIET! For a newbie like myself…this is a great one to get started with. Not a newbie? Don’t worry, it’s great for experienced cooks too. It has all of the bells and whistles you would want with a Sous Vide Slow Cooker. Now that we’ve tried it…we’re looking forward to making more delicious food using it. Once you get connected with their app you’ll get some FREE recipes to help you get started.
You can purchase the BlitzHome Sous Vide Slow Cooker and Vacuum Sealer Bundle directly from Amazon for a really great price.
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There are countless brands and models when it comes to refrigerators, so why should you opt for an Amana? Amana has a long-standing reputation for quality, innovation, durability, and providing tremendous value. By investing in an Amana refrigerator, you’re making a superb investment in a …
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