(Apr 12th 2013 10:21AM) I loves me some gadgets -- clever accessories to make a busy life a little less complicated. Check this trio of gadgets to see if they have a helpful place in your daily activities. Keep the spills off the floor or from the inside of your car with this two-pack of Munchkin Snack Catchers ($8); the spill-proof, ...
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(Mar 31st 2013 12:47PM) In my view, you can never have too many gadgets in your kitchen -- no matter the cooking or dining need, somebody will come up with a way to make it easier to get the job done. Here are three kitchen gadgets that may be of use to you. I stumbled on this clever, and helpful, gadget recently -- the Boon Child\'s ...
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(Mar 29th 2013 9:06AM) I like this great kitchen accessory -- the Sur La Table Egg Separator ($2) -- for its convenience, handy size for ease of storage, and comfortable grip. The separator fits nicely on the rim of just about any small bowl, making it a breeze to quickly remove the yolk while not damaging it, and making a mess on my ...
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(Mar 4th 2013 10:04AM) Although I do (reluctantly) admit to eating the occasional chili dog, and some really good chicken barbecue at a little family-run place just down the street from me, my preference is for meals of salads, fish, and vegetables; for that I find a steamer very helpful in creating tasty meals while preserving the ...
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(Feb 22nd 2013 10:54AM) If you travel frequently, and have ever had your luggage end up where you are not, you\'ll appreciate this Victorinox Luggage Tracker ($17); it\'s much more than a luggage tag because the hard plastic case (with a rugged nylon attachment strap) contains an information card that directs the finder of your bag to ...
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(Feb 9th 2013 10:25AM) Not to say that stand mixers are passe\', but if you prefer some versatility in storage and ease of setup, then an immersion blender may just be for you. They are powerful and easy to handle and come with a variety of accessories to make blending any food item a breeze. For example, this Kitchen Aid 5-Speed Hand ...
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(Jan 7th 2013 10:45AM) Lightweight, easily transportable -- use it on the back patio or in an RV -- and easy to clean, an electric griddle makes for a convenient way to make any meal fun, be it breakfast pancakes, lunch hamburgers, or chicken for supper. Here\'s a great example -- the Presto Pro 22" Electric Griddle ($37 and free ...
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(Nov 13th 2012 11:04AM) I can already imagine the fragrance of the Thanksgiving meal that awaits me in several week, and I know the effort put into its preparation will be worth it many times over. Turkey, dressing, a casserole, cranberry sauce, pumpkin pie -- love it. To make your holiday meal a success without stress, check out the ...
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(Oct 28th 2012 12:19PM) One of the greatest kitchen cooking innovations is the cook top -- a stove, either electric or gas, set into a counter top in your kitchen\'s cooking area. A great complement to either a standard range or double oven, a cook top makes for design versatility for a kitchen remodel, or just as an adjunct cooking ...
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