Appliance Reviews

just received this processor a few days ago from amazon. bought it for myself because i wanted a food processor but didnt need a big bulky one (i live alone). so far i reallly like it, it has sped up my cooking because i dont have to chop onions (or anything really) by hand anymore. jsut cut it up into quarters, throw it in the bowl, and blitz it a few times. i dont know what the difference between this one and the dlc-2fr is but mainly i chose this one because of the handle on the bowl and the 3 cup bowl. im happy with my purchase, i was very excited to use it the first time!
oh btw, it is a bit loud for such a little thing, but its ok because it doesnt continuously chop/grind, rather you either pulse it or hold the button down till you have a consistency you want. also the manual recommends you buy an extra bowl just for grinding becuase coffee beans or nuts may scratch your bowl. this is a pretty good idea, though im not sure where to find the extra bowl.

I find the mixer cumbersome to operate in not being able to tilt the head and the bowl being so deep. It is difficult to scrape the bowl and add ingredients as it is mixing. I would never have bought this mixer if I had realized the head does not tilt. I did not research thoroughly enough. It never occurred to me such drastic changes could/would be made to a mixer. I also notice the technical data mentions it includes a pouring shield. This was not included nor did I think it would be when I made the purchase as it was not pictured. I am selling it.

The box and operators manual says so - BUT - This thing looks and acts as a brand new mixer which sells for three and one half times as much. There is not a scratch, scuff, or blemish on this thing - inside or out. I have always wanted a Kitchenaid stand mixer, and after going through multiple hand mixers, through the years, I couldn't beleive my luck when I discovered this offer. I can't beleive Amazon would offer such a wonderful piece of kitchen machinery for under one hundred dollars, for the five quart, retractable bowl RRK5A - when I saw the price on this unit I couldn't beleive it and ordered one immediately - I now regret not ordering several, as gifts, at this price. If you monitor the reconditioned products on Amazon and see this unit again at this price - ORDER IT IMMEDIATELY - this batch only lasted a couple of hours. GOOD LUCK - KEEP WATCHING

Wonderful! We saw this reconditioned mixer for [$$$] what a deal! Although it is reconditioned it arrived looking like it was brand new, and it works like a charm. You can't beat it for the price! I wonder know how I got along without it all these years. If you ever see another one at this price jump on it...you'll never regret it!!

This product is a really great buy. I shopped around and found that this was the lowest price. The product came just as pictured. The bowl was a little scratched since it is refurbished but overall the condition was extremely good. The mixer works wonderfully and so far I am very happy with it. It is a great product there is none other on the market that could compare to it. It makes baking at home much easier and less time consuming. I would reccomend this to anyone who hassles with an ordinary hand mixer to spend the money on this item because it is totally worth it.

This is possibly the best kitchen item I have ever purchased. I am now making cakes, cookies and so many more things just because it's FUN! And so much simpler and quicker. The item arrived in absolutely perfect condition - though some other reviewers mentioned having problems with the reconditioned model, I have never had this experience ordering ANY reconditioned product from Amazon(.com). Amazon(.com) is the only place I buy my kitchen items - I have never been disappointed, and they have always exceeded my expectations.

Every serious cook/baker should own a KitchenAid stand mixer - their reputation goes without saying. I have always wanted one of these, and thanks to Amazon (.com) and their amazing prices I finally went for it. Having recently been diagnosed with carpal tunnel (these days I'm not sure who doesn't have it), this mixer is making my life a lot easier and my time in the kitchen even more enjoyable. Do not hesitate to buy this product! It comes with everything you need (whisk, dough hook, beater and instruction book which contains quite a number of excellent recipes) except the pouring shield - after using this mixer, I'm not sure I need a pouring shield, so right now I'm perfectly happy without it. Give yourself an early Christmas present and get this mixer!

A must-have for all serious (and mildly serious) bakers. Not as useful as I thought it would be for other things, but I use it for all my baking needs: from pizza dough & muffins to zuchini bread & pumpkin pie (of course I have the slicer/shredder attachment). The initial price is formidable, but it is endlessly useful.

This toaster has the look that I love, with maximum functionality. The factory reconditioning (whatever it was) was flawless. The two slots are wide enough for bagels, and work equally well on normal bread. The Cancel button elegantly ends the toasting without shooting the bread across the room. The Reheat button prevents hot-but-extra-crispy syndrome. There is also a Defrost button that I have never used. The Dark/Light settings (from 1-6) appear to run pretty dark. My setting of choice is between 2 and 3 for an allover medium tan. This lovely toaster is the gadget you need in your quest for perfect toast.

This is an incredible buy. A barbain price on a terrific product that looks brand new. Toasts evenly and quickly; looks great on the counter; toasting slots are roomy enough for just about anything. I'm completely sold on "factory reconditioned."

I bought this reconditioned toaster from Amazon over a year ago, and I have been very happy with it. Cuisinart put a lot of thought into how people use their toasters. For example, there is a handy "defrost" button for making frozen waffles; you can use either slot to make a single slice; and the cord coils up beneath the appliance. Also, if you press down for a second cycle of browning, the toaster senses when the toast is done and pops it up before it has a chance to burn. In addition to its great performance, this toaster is beautiful to look at.

My Ronco Showtime Rotisserie arrived the week my parents arrived for a visit from Florida. They, as well as I were skeptical the unit could produce the same results as Ron Popeil demonstrates on his info-mercials. So.. we set out and purchased a 7.5 pound chicken, read the directions(a.k.a destructions for most as-seen-on-tv products), seasoned, loaded the chicken and fired up the machine. We checked on the chicken every 15 minutes. The fat was pouring off the chicken!!
I placed the "gibblets" from the chicken on the drip pan and roasted them while the chicken rotated above. I steamed fresh broccoli in the steamer pan right on top of the machine. I then made fat free gravey by simmering the roasted gibblets with chicken broth and savory seasonings. When the chicken was done, it was easily removed using the provided gloves. Now the true test... is the white meat juicey??? YOU BET!! I couldn't believe it!! I never cared for white meat before!!
We all enjoyed every part of that chicken, and the broccoli was steamed to perfection! My husband, daughter, parents and I devoured that chicken.
I disgarded the fat collected in the drip pan and was amazed at how much. One third of a coffee can was filled with chicken fat! When my parents left to return to Florida, I checked to make sure the machine was not packed along with them in thier motor home!! (they had threatened to steal it)
Needless to say, I ordered another Rotisserie and sent it to Florida. If you're going to roast in Florida, you might as well do it right!!! Ma, I expect a standing rib roast for Christmas in Florida!!!

HAVE HAD MY SHOWTIME FOR TWO MONTHS NOW. FLAWLESS OPERATION. LIKE BRAND NEW. HAVEN'T HAD PROBLEM WITH DOOR AS OTHERS, I SUSPECT THEIR SLIDING UP DOOR BEFORE IT'S FULLY EXTENDED CAUSING PINS TO BREAK.
HERE'S SOME EASY CLEAN UP TIPS:
FOR EASY CLEAN UP, LINE DRIP TRAY WITH FOIL. DON'T USE THE GRATE, YOU DON'T NEED IT AND IT'S ONE LESS THING TO CLEAN.
LINE HEAT DEFLECTOR WITH FOIL. RE-LINE AFTER A FEW USES. LINE LEFT GEAR WHEEL WITH FOIL, AGAIN EASY CLEAN UP. (NOTE: YOU CANNOT USE FOIL ON RIGHT GEAR WHEEL). I DON'T USE THE BBQ GLOVES BECAUSE THE GEARS GET TOO HOT, INSTEAD USE OVEN MITS.
COOKING TIP: I DON'T REALLY PAY THAT MUCH ATTENTION TO HOW MUCH THE MEAT WEIGHS, I FIGURE 1 HOUR FOR A 4 1/2 TO 5 LB. CHICKEN. COMES OUT PERFECT EVERY TIME. I DO 25 TO 30 MIN. FOR 4 TO 5 PORKCHOPS. AGAIN PERFECT EVERY TIME. BOTTOM ROUND ROAST: 18 MIN. LB. FOR MED. AS YOU GO ON YOU'LL GET A FEEL FOR TIME SETTINGS.
BOTTOM LINE. JUST GET IT, YOU WON'T REGRET IT!!

I want to assure you, that this machine is phenomenal. I was very interested in this product as soon as I saw it on TV, but I felt really stupid for even considering purchasing an infomercial product. I had serious doubts, particularly in its ability to perform "as advertised", as well as the durability and quality of the machine's construction.

I did extensive research via consumer reports and user feedback (such as here on Amazon.com). While these sourced did much to assuage my fears, what finally convinced me to make my purchase was a friend whom I knew in real life who had actually used the machine (her roommate owned one) and assurred me the machine was as good as was advertised. With that final assurance, I purchased my Rotisserie and I have NOT been disappointed.

The food tastes *great*, is always tender and juicy, cleanup is (relatively) easy, and it cooks your food *fast*. The price is a bit steep, but it is worth it (if you have the cash). I just wanted to write this review to help others feel a little more confident about their purchases, since reading reviews such as these were so important to me in my final decision to purchase. Happy buying everyone!

I was a bit skeptical of this product being udder trash since it was one of those made for TV type products. It is pretty cheap construction, but the results are good. It makes it really easy to cook a chicken and just about anything else turns out really good. The results are tuff to argue and it's fairly easy to clean. Only complaint is the build quality is on the cheap side, but the results speak for themselves.

I have had both this and the george junior rotisserie. I enjoy them both, We use these units about 3-4 times a week. It is so easy to cook. I place the meat or poultry in the unit, set it, and go about my business. A little later we cook fresh veggies (steamed) and bingo, your meal is done.

After dinner I rinse out the unit, and cook a load of chicken to take to work for me for my lunches all week. both of these products are amazing.

We purchased one of these brand new direct from Ronco almost a year ago. We loved it so much, that when Amazon had the reconditioned ones on sale for under $40.00 each, we bought two more for each one of our single sons. They love them. This machine makes the best chickens (4-5 lb), turkey roasts, prime rib roasts, kabobs (rods are extra) and burgers (in the basket) that you could wish for. Be sure to line the drip pan with foil. Clean up is very easy (be sure to take off the front glass cover). Do not get this compact model for a large family. These work well for up to 4 people, but no more.

This re-conditioned item broke after I used it once. (There is a reason it's so cheap.) Amazon has a great returns policy though, thank god.

OK, so what do you expect for $10? Well, a unit that does not MAKE YOU DEAF when you use it. The decibels this thing puts out are totally OFFENSIVE to my ears, I cannot believe that a product that sounds like this would be sold by any company. I called Cusinart and let them hear my unit - they then let me hear one they had over there - the both sounded the same, very loud and obnoxious. My ears are still ringing almost 5 minutes after doing the demo for them on the phone. So now unless I want to spend $7 to ship it back to Amazon to get my $10 back, I just take the loss. :-( I don't think I will consider Cusinart products again in the future.

this small appliance is incredibly handy for small food processor jobs. it is very powerful, easy to use, and fast. it does take a bit of practice to get used to protocols, including beginning with the processing of dry items, and adding liquid materials toward the end of processing. it is great for salad dressings, special dips and sauces, and the like.

it does not replace the full size processor for any sort of big job. it has only one speed, although its handy blade can turn both directions for a different effect.

a real bargain for very small households, and those who like to fancy up otherwise dull presentations.