http://kitchenamerican.com/blog Mon, 07 Jul 2008 23:53:22 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Chicago Cutlery made this chefs knife with a forged stainless steel blade with bolster, full tang, and triple riveted handle. The 1, 2, 3 of a quality chef's knife at a price that begs the question of what those other guys are offering for the money. Makes a great ... http://kitchenamerican.com/blog/cutlery/chicago-cutlery-chefs-knife-is-a-value-buy/ What’s more American than firing up a pyramid of pillow-shaped charcoal briquettes in the backyard grill in anticipation of a lip-smacking, smoky-tasting summertime barbecue? Current economic constraints may prevent us from splurging on lobster, rib-eyes and other upscale delicacies with any regularity this season, but there are ways to maximize ... http://kitchenamerican.com/blog/cookware/make-the-most-of-your-charcoal-grill/ The two most innovative features of Yoshikin Global knives are their edge and the way they are balanced. A knife is really all about its edge, and the Global edge is its signature feature. The majority of the Global knives are sharpened or ground on both sides of the ... http://kitchenamerican.com/blog/cutlery/yoshikin-global-knives-have-an-acute-cutting-edge/ Henckels Twin Cermax M66 blades are crafted from microcarbide steel, a molten substance atomized into a powder and then compacted under intensely high heat and pressure. The result is a hardness rating of 66 Rockwell, which allows the blades to be brought to scalpel like sharpness and ensures that ... http://kitchenamerican.com/blog/cutlery/ja-henckels-twin-cermax-m66-8-inch-chefs-knife/ This Wusthof Classic 8 inch is a great all-around knife for cutting, chopping, or slicing meats and vegetables. Blade, tang, and bolster forged of single piece of high-carbon steel; provides perfect balance. Sharp, laser-tested, long-lasting edge; won't stain, pit, or rust; hollow-ground design reduces friction, allows moist foods to ... http://kitchenamerican.com/blog/cutlery/wusthof-classic-cooks-knife-with-granton-edge-8-inch/ The chefs knife, also called the cook's knife. or the French knife, is the workhorse of the kitchen. The go-to food preparation tool that you will use every time you prepare a gourmet recipe. Chef knives come in various length blades - from 5 to 12 inches. Professional chefs ... http://kitchenamerican.com/blog/cutlery/how-to-use-a-chefs-knife/ We are sorry, but the manufacturer is no longer offering the Chefs Trend Cookware Set we wrote about. May we suggest the Bialetti 9-pc. Red Fusion Cookset? The Bialetti set is about $20.00 more than the Chef's Trend Cookware Set but you would be getting a better quality cookware ... http://kitchenamerican.com/blog/cookware/chefs-trend-cookware-not-available/ Toddy Maker coffee is produced by a simple device that uses cold water and a carefully designed filter system to produce an exceptionally pure coffee concentrate from ground coffee. The advantages of coffee brewed with the Toddy Maker make it a popular choice among both individuals and the food ... http://kitchenamerican.com/blog/small-appliances/so-what-is-toddy-maker-coffee/ So you've decided to take a large step, and move from wine lover to wine connoisseur. You are going to buy a wine cellar. This guide will give you all the information you need to make this purchase, or build your own. Wine Bottle Storage The ideal location for storing ... http://kitchenamerican.com/blog/wine-cellar/the-ideal-wine-cellar-everything-you-need-to-get-started/ Serve Up the Best Burger by Using an Instant-Read Meat Thermometer Every Time It’s that special time of year when home chefs nationwide are heating up the propane gas grill and putting their cooking skills to the test. But are they cooking burgers so they're not only savory, but ... http://kitchenamerican.com/blog/cookware/make-it-160-degrees-for-a-safe-and-savory-burger/