We really like this 15-bar pump-driven espresso machine with durable stainless-steel boiler, that features 2 thermostats for separately controlling water and steam pressure. It also has a self-priming operation; accommodates E.S.E. pods and ground espresso. The adjustable swivel jet frother looks like it will whip up a nice latte, and the removable 35-ounce water tank is large enough to reduce trips to the faucet. Measures 7-1/2 by 9-1/2 by 11-1/8 inches; 1-year warranty At DeLonghi EC155 Espresso Maker
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We’re always on the lookout for variety in cookie making, and having 101 colorful plastic cookie cutters will definitely help. Popular shapes for Valentine’s Day, Easter, Fourth of July, Halloween, Christmas, and YES even Super Bowl Sunday. There’s even a complete alphabet for fun cookie messages that you and the kids can make. These cookie cutters are also great for cutting out cookies, sandwiches–all kinds of foods–into different shapes; fun for crafting too and they work with play dough too. At Wilton 101-Piece Cookie Cutter Set
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We’ve been using this 12-Inch stainless steel fry pan with stainless steel lid from All Clad over the past week and love it. It features a 3-Ply bonded construction with aluminum core that distributes heat evenly, and they aren’t kidding. We’ve made eggs to fried catfish, and clean up is easy as long as you leave a little hot water in the pan. Our favorite part is how the 18/10 stainless steel interior will not react with food. At All Clad 12 Inch Stainless Steel Fry Pan with Lid
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Normally priced much higher at $299, the Nespresso Le Cube is now only $199. The Le Cube measures 9 by 8-8/9 by 9-inch, and makes an exceptional cup of espresso or lungo coffee. You can even auto-program the amount of espresso you want in each cup. The Nespresso Le Cube works with coffee-filled capsules from Nespresso, and there is 12+ flavors available, along with seasonal flavors too. At Nespresso Le Cube C185 Espresso Machine
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The Accusharp knife sharpener sharpens your knives quickly, easily and accurately, and protects your hands with the safety grip as you do it. You just draw the AccuSharp over the tool and your work gets easier. The sharpener features a diamond honed tungsten carbide sharpener. At AccuSharp 001 Knife Sharpener
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At just $17.95, the Finger tongs are silicone cooking tongs you wear on your hand, making it look like a giant puppet. The finger tong slides on to either your right or left hand and gives precise control when flipping food, turning sausage, stir-frying, etc. Tongs are 7 in length and are dishwasher safe. At bookofjoe at Finger Tongs
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We just got some new knives and they don’t fit in our old knife block. I’m thinking we may need to get one of these. The Kapoosh knife holder holds any knife at any time without the need for special slot. It has rods that allow you to mix and match kitchen knives from different sets or store any utensils anywhere in the block. The rods are removable and dishwasher safe. At Kapoosh Knife Holder, Woodgrain Finish
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We’ve been using one of these over our larger espresso machine for over a year in the test kitchen here at Kitchen Contraptions, and we find it easier to use than our larger espresso machine as well. Considered a portable handheld espresso machine, it pumps up to 16 bars of pressure and makes cafe-quality espresso, cappuccino, Americano, and latte coffee drinks. It does require hot water and an E.S.E. coffee pod, but you can use your instant hot dispenser or boil up some water and start making espresso shots in minutes. At Handpresso HPWILD Wild 16-Bar Hand-Pump Espresso Machine
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I’m terrible at cooking pasta - you know why? I have no idea on the time different pasta takes, and it looks like this Perfect Pasta Timer would help me out. This pasta timer accounts for the shape of the noodle and the amount being cooked, signaling when the pasta is cooked to your preferred taste. Its LCD control panel allows you to select from the ten most common pasta shapes, input the amount (1/5, 1/2, or 1 lb.), and choose al dente or regular. The LCD is removable, allowing the probe to be washed in a dishwasher. At The Perfect Pasta Timer
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I’m terrible at cooking pasta - you know why? I have no idea on the time different pasta takes, and it looks like this Perfect Pasta Timer would help me out. This pasta timer accounts for the shape of the noodle and the amount being cooked, signaling when the pasta is cooked to your preferred taste. Its LCD control panel allows you to select from the ten most common pasta shapes, input the amount (1/5, 1/2, or 1 lb.), and choose al dente or regular. The LCD is removable, allowing the probe to be washed in a dishwasher.
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