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Your Ultimate Guide to Buying a Blender Ice Crusher
Your Ultimate Guide to Buying a Blender Ice Crusher
By Shawni Groezinger
If one is looking for dual-purpose kitchen appliances, then do not forget to include a blender ice crusher in your shopping list. As you can guess from the name, this kitchen appliance functions both as a blender and as an ice crusher, making it very flexible and a must have when organizing a house party or another type of large festivity.
There are many benefits that can be obtained from buying this versatile appliance. You can save money because you only need to buy one kitchen appliance instead of two. Of course one will have to pay more if buying a blender with an ice crusher feature than if buying only a blender or an ice crusher. But if buying both kitchen appliances separately, the total amount would be more expensive than if purchasing this double function kitchen gadget. Another benefit is that it saves counter space. With so many kitchen appliances placed on your counter, it is necessary to buy space-saving tools and apparatuses.
This is also a perfect tool when organizing a social gathering at home. Everyone can crush ice and blend ingredients using only a single device. Even kids can prepare all natural smoothies, homemade slushies, make vegetable salsa, and the list is endless as to the variety of goodies they can make. These are some of the benefits of a blender ice crusher. If you are planning to buy one for the kitchen, here are some of the things to keep in mind.
• Make sure that you know your crushing needs. Do you want your ice chopped into smaller pieces or fine slivers? Or maybe you want your blender to just crush it? These are important considerations when buying the machine.
• Make sure to also consider the power and capability of the appliance. If you need to chop or crush large chunks, then purchase a machine with a large and powerful motor to accomplish the job fast and easy. But if one needs the blender to make sauce or other soft food, acquire something smaller and less powerful.
• There are many options available when it comes to buying this kitchen appliance. Choose the design or style, colour, shape, and size. The size is more important than the others because the size will determine how much food or ice can be blended or crushed in one go. Choosing the right style and colour is for aesthetic purposes only.
Before You Buy a Convection Microwave Oven
Before You Buy a Convection Microwave Oven
By Connie MasonIf you are thinking about buying a convection microwave oven, you need to think about what you hope to achieve from your purchase. You will need to know how you want to use the appliance, where you plan to put it, how much you can afford, and if you have any design considerations.
First, what do you plan to cook? If you just reheat leftovers, then a standard microwave is all you need. Other cooking methods will require a higher-end model. If you want to bake, then you will want a fan for distributing air across your food. If indoor grilling is your goal, then be sure to pick one that offers this feature. Know what the wattage requirements are for the recipes you plan to cook so that you get a unit that offers enough power.
Where do you want to place your purchase? You will find countertop, over-the-range, and built-in units. Be sure to measure the area so that you get a model that will fit into your space. Also, check that there is enough room for the door to clear when opened.
Do you want your new appliance to coordinate with your kitchen? This may limit your selection as not all are offered in various colors. Stainless steel is a popular look, but you may want a different color if you want everything in your kitchen to match, and you don't currently have stainless steel. Also, keep in mind that colors may differ by manufacturer. A shade of white that looks great in the store might not look so good when paired up with a different variation of white on your refrigerator.
How much money can you afford to spend? You will find models at varying price points from not much more than a standard unit to professional quality. Some of the lower-priced models do a good job if you aren't concerned with having a restaurant-quality kitchen.
Before shopping for a new convection microwave oven, make sure you know your answers to the above points. Then, you should be able to make the perfect purchase for you.