favourite sandwiches/ rice cooker

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We need to go pick Deanna up and go shopping at the thrift shops. I have a very

expensive KitchenAid toaster and I paid $5 for it. I doubt is was used more

than a few times.

Donna

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Sat, 22 Sep 2007 21:48:34

 

Re: favourite sandwiches/ rice cooker

 

 

Hi Audrey,

I have a 10 cup rice cooker, when I make rice, quinoa, barley, whatever, I

make as much as it will hold. I fill large muffin tins with whatever is left

over and freeze it. I either FoodSaver them or put each in its own freezer

bag and place it all into another larger freezer bag for organization. This

comes in handy anytime! As far as how much I paid for it and where did I get

it? Well, most of my appliances come from thrift stores. This rice cooker

was all but brand new with directions, a rice paddle and measuring cup for

$3.99. The same with my George Forman grill. I have the next to the smallest

one, $2.99...a good bath and it looked like new! Blender $2.99, food

processor $10 and my bestest find in the world...my brand new 8 quart Presto

Pressure

Cooker ($6.99)! I have saved a bundle of money buying this way and only

ever had one item that didn't perform the way it should. I took the fall on

that $2.99 loss but hey...why not? I just bought a really nice juicer (the one

that goes around and around not the one that makes juice from carrots etc)

for $1.99. I have arthritis in my hands and it makes my life sooo much

easier. Now, if I can find a grain mill!

 

Just last weekend, my 2 sisters and I were at a yard sale. My sister has

been looking for a meat (gasp) grinder for her KitchenAide mixer. Low and

behold, there was a box of mixed kitchen appliances/utensils sitting in a box

shoved under a table. My sister started to look through the box and realized a

whole complete grinder was in there amongst other things. It was not labeled

with a price and when she asked, she got the entire box for $2!! Talk about

a bargain! They run about $45 new! I was the lucky one for her find, I got

all the utensils and measuring cups etc to add to my camping box.

 

This method of acquiring appliances and things I need have worked very well

for me over the past 30 years. My food processor cost me $10 about 10 years

ago. Its a Kenmore and it runs like a champ. I would LOVE a Cuisinart. I

will never buy one new but hope to find one gently used on one of my bargain

hunts.

 

Just thought these suggestions might make it easier for hubby to swallow

when you come walking in the door with that rice cooker. ;o)

 

Good luck!

Roxy, Philly, PA

 

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[Guest guest]

This topic certainly has my mouth watering. My favourite sandwich is a Reuben

made with Montreal Smoked Wheat - is that available in the US?

 

I even looked at grills today but unfortunately there were so many choices that

I came away empty handed. Geo Forman has 5 different sizes in the local store.

I know I don't want the teeny tiny one and I sure don't want the huge one but

the 3 in the middle each had features that I liked. I will probably go with the

second smallest as it would be handier for me.

 

I have never grilled a sandwich in other than a fry pan so this will be a new

experience for me. The only question I have, and you must remember I am a

beginner at this, it seems that some of the grills have very heavy lids and

heavy grill ridges as well. I'm used to flat sandwiches and wonder what they

are like from the GF grill.

 

Please don't laugh at the question, although I am. I sound like a rank amateur

and I've been cooking meals for over 50 years but just in the 'same old' way.

 

A rice cooker is next on my list and I'd like to know which size most people

find appropriate. I am getting a bit of a 'crank' from my DH. He can see this

as another appliance that will gather dust. He doesn't know that I am finished

cooking meat for him and going to make veggie food only for a while. I am

printing out recipes, stocking the pantry with things to tempt him and gearing

up for the cooler weather.

 

Thanks

 

Audrey

 

 

[Guest guest]

Hi Audrey,

I have a 10 cup rice cooker, when I make rice, quinoa, barley, whatever, I

make as much as it will hold. I fill large muffin tins with whatever is left

over and freeze it. I either FoodSaver them or put each in its own freezer

bag and place it all into another larger freezer bag for organization. This

comes in handy anytime! As far as how much I paid for it and where did I get

it? Well, most of my appliances come from thrift stores. This rice cooker

was all but brand new with directions, a rice paddle and measuring cup for

$3.99. The same with my George Forman grill. I have the next to the smallest

one, $2.99...a good bath and it looked like new! Blender $2.99, food

processor $10 and my bestest find in the world...my brand new 8 quart Presto

Pressure

Cooker ($6.99)! I have saved a bundle of money buying this way and only

ever had one item that didn't perform the way it should. I took the fall on

that $2.99 loss but hey...why not? I just bought a really nice juicer (the one

that goes around and around not the one that makes juice from carrots etc)

for $1.99. I have arthritis in my hands and it makes my life sooo much

easier. Now, if I can find a grain mill!

 

Just last weekend, my 2 sisters and I were at a yard sale. My sister has

been looking for a meat (gasp) grinder for her KitchenAide mixer. Low and

behold, there was a box of mixed kitchen appliances/utensils sitting in a box

shoved under a table. My sister started to look through the box and realized a

whole complete grinder was in there amongst other things. It was not labeled

with a price and when she asked, she got the entire box for $2!! Talk about

a bargain! They run about $45 new! I was the lucky one for her find, I got

all the utensils and measuring cups etc to add to my camping box.

 

This method of acquiring appliances and things I need have worked very well

for me over the past 30 years. My food processor cost me $10 about 10 years

ago. Its a Kenmore and it runs like a champ. I would LOVE a Cuisinart. I

will never buy one new but hope to find one gently used on one of my bargain

hunts.

 

Just thought these suggestions might make it easier for hubby to swallow

when you come walking in the door with that rice cooker. ;o)

 

Good luck!

Roxy, Philly, PA

 

 

 

************************************** See what's new at http://www.aol.com

 

 

 

[Guest guest]

When I got a George Foreman last spring I got the smallest size, then returned

it the next day for the next size up, then returned that one yet again for the

next to the biggest one. It's been used practically every day since. It was

originally supposed to be for hubby who always wanted one to make a panini

sandwich with, but he went onto a carb conscious kick just before I got the

grill. Ended up with me being the one who uses it all the time and I never was

a sandwich girl before. Now I can't live without my sandwich for lunch (panini

style anyway) and appreciate all the sandwich fixin ideas here. As for the

ridges I worried about that too before buying but it doesn't seem to make a

difference but then I've never had a panini maker before to compare. However it

might matter where cheese's concerned as it oozes right on out (I don't use it

on mine but sometimes do for hubby and kids so that's been a concern and

eventually figured out it works good to add the cheese after grilling).

 

As for the rice cooker, it's been another surprise staple that has been used a

few times a week for a couple years now and not just for rice (beans, chili,

vegs, etc). I guess I'd go with whatever size feels appropriate for your needs.

But then on the other hand there's one that I've been eyeing for a while at

Sam's but wasn't too sure about its big size. Perhaps some day I'll cave in and

just get it.

 

Kate

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Audrey Z Burrows

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Sep 22, 2007 2:22 PM

Re: favourite sandwiches/ rice cooker

 

This topic certainly has my mouth watering. My favourite sandwich is a Reuben

made with Montreal Smoked Wheat - is that available in the US?

 

I even looked at grills today but unfortunately there were so many choices that

I came away empty handed. Geo Forman has 5 different sizes in the local store.

I know I don't want the teeny tiny one and I sure don't want the huge one but

the 3 in the middle each had features that I liked. I will probably go with the

second smallest as it would be handier for me.

 

I have never grilled a sandwich in other than a fry pan so this will be a new

experience for me. The only question I have, and you must remember I am a

beginner at this, it seems that some of the grills have very heavy lids and

heavy grill ridges as well. I'm used to flat sandwiches and wonder what they

are like from the GF grill.

 

Please don't laugh at the question, although I am. I sound like a rank amateur

and I've been cooking meals for over 50 years but just in the 'same old' way.

 

A rice cooker is next on my list and I'd like to know which size most people

find appropriate. I am getting a bit of a 'crank' from my DH. He can see this

as another appliance that will gather dust. He doesn't know that I am finished

cooking meat for him and going to make veggie food only for a while. I am

printing out recipes, stocking the pantry with things to tempt him and gearing

up for the cooler weather.

 

Thanks

 

Audrey

 

 

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Here is the Breadman Panini Grill that I have. I love it. I can make 4

sandwiches at a time and they are done quick, toasted so crisp and nice.

http://www.amazon.com/Breadman-TR456-Panini-Maker/dp/B00008PC7M

 

This is a good price on Amazon and they offer the free shipping and there is no

sales tax. I paid $15 more than this at Target and had to drive there and pay

tax...... Wish I had looked on Amazon first. LOL. I grilled some thick

onions and pepper slices on it recently and they were great. I sprinkled some

Ms. Dash on them before I closed it on them. One of my girls made a Quesada in

it today. She used the Kraft shredded cheese that has the chipotle Seasoning in

it and some fresh basil leaves. She used Whole Wheat soft Tortilla. After it

was cooked she spread a thin layer of sour cream on it.Yummmmmm

Judy

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Audrey Z Burrows

Saturday, September 22, 2007 2:22 PM

Re: favourite sandwiches/ rice cooker

 

 

This topic certainly has my mouth watering. My favourite sandwich is a Reuben

made with Montreal Smoked Wheat - is that available in the US?

 

I even looked at grills today but unfortunately there were so many choices

that I came away empty handed. Geo Forman has 5 different sizes in the local

store. I know I don't want the teeny tiny one and I sure don't want the huge one

but the 3 in the middle each had features that I liked. I will probably go with

the second smallest as it would be handier for me.

 

I have never grilled a sandwich in other than a fry pan so this will be a new

experience for me. The only question I have, and you must remember I am a

beginner at this, it seems that some of the grills have very heavy lids and

heavy grill ridges as well. I'm used to flat sandwiches and wonder what they are

like from the GF grill.

 

Thanks

 

Audrey

 

[Guest guest]

Donna and Audrey,

Yes !! Stop by and pick me up for the shopping trip to the thrift

stores. Most have heard about my Pampered Chef stone ware find but

another of my favorites was at a rural barn sale. In a large, what I

believe to be an antique porcelain stock kettle was a bunch of kitchen

utensils..Yep I collect those too. The sign said " all for $2 " ..I asked

if I could buy the kettle also and she said " sure take all for $2 " . I

am still thrilled over that find. The stock kettle is in almost perfect

condition. It now has the honor of holding my antique kitchen utensils.

Deanna in Colorado

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> We need to go pick Deanna up and go shopping at the thrift shops. I

have a very expensive KitchenAid toaster and I paid $5 for it. I doubt

is was used more than a few times.

> Donna

> Sent via BlackBerry from T-Mobile

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