Showing posts with label choppers. Show all posts
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3/22/2012

Food Chopper (Perfect Chopper) Review

Food Chopper (Perfect Chopper)
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Pros -
Chops firmer stuff like onions, bell peppers, etc. pretty well. Gotta be careful not to underestimate # of chops, then chop more if pieces too big. Otherwise a couple or three extra chops can result in a semi-puree!
Cleanup is pretty easy and quick.
Cons -
Useless for mushrooms, which is one of the things I need to chop most often - the pieces of mushrooms get wedged in between the blades, which prevents the blades from being lifted all the way back up for the next chopping motion. I had to use a couple of different small utensils to get in between the blades and unwedge the pieces.
Reassembly would be a breeze except for one thing - there's a piece with cutouts that slides over the blades and keeps the chopped pieces from getting in the chopping mechanism, and you have to slide it off the blades for cleanup, then slide it back on over the blades to reassemble. The PROBLEM is that there's very little wiggle room in the cutouts on that piece, and the material of the piece is a bit pliable, so the cutout spaces get compressed, making it a ROYAL PAIN to get it to line up properly to slide back up over the blades. I worked out a way that has it a bit easier, but it took a bit of trial and error, I'd explain it but I think it's not worth the trouble.
Thankfully I got it for only 5 bucks on sale at CVS/Pharmacy, so not such a terrible loss.

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Perfect Chopper is your multi-purpose tool for slicing, dicing, chopping, mincing to suit all your favorite recipes. Half the time to prepare dices of vegetables for salads, cooking and deli style cole slaw. Stainless steel blade chopper accomplishes a food processor's principal function of chopping and mincing without having to haul out the big machine. The all in ine tool you will ever need to make quick and easy meals. Each Measures 9"H x 3.75" x 3.75"

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3/12/2012

Slap Chop with Graty - Food Chopping Machine Review

Slap Chop with Graty - Food Chopping Machine
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The slap chop and graty are tools...and like any tool, they have their benefits and their drawbacks. I now have these, a v-slicer, and a regular food processor. I use the food processor for large batch jobs, the v-slicer when I am slicing large foods, and the slap-chop when I want to chop small batches.
First, you have to read the instructions and make sure the locking ring (the black bit just under the plunger) is locked down. If it doesn't feel like it's engaging, check to make sure you're turning it the right way. Also, don't overload the chamber. If it feels flimsy, you haven't put it back together properly.
Like any manual tool you have to get a feel for it. When I started with mine, I had some trouble at times.
The upshot: you have a tool that does as well as a powered mini-chopper (if not better, you get finer control), and it's dishwasher safe and cleans thoroughly. Unlike the infomercial, you do have to clean between jobs, but if you have a sink sprayer, you can rinse off the gunk if you're going to use it immediately. Otherwise, you break it down, put it in the dishwasher, and run it.
On the graty: this has so far surpassed my Zyliss crank grater for medium cheeses (cheddar, monterey jack, etc). The Zyliss will still be good for hard cheeses like parmesan, but the graty now works best for cheddar on nachos or chili. There is one thing to remember...if you want results like in the infomercial, REMOVE THE COTTER PIN. You can do without it, and if it turns out I'm wrong, you can get replacements at most hardware stores.

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The slap chop is your all purpose chopper for all your chopping needs.Food processors are too bulky, and most kitchen slicer choppers have too many parts and can become dangerous.With slap chop the more you slap it the finer it gets.We also include the amazing Graty.The Graty is an awesome device for grating all kinds of cheeses.It's lightweight, sturdy and designed to last for years.Easy to clean and dishwasher safe.

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2/17/2012

The Pampered Chef Food Chopper Review

The Pampered Chef Food Chopper
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I got this as a gift from my husband since i put chop garlic on everything so he bought this one for me from Sur La Table .It works great ,fast ,easy to clean and save electricity.I love this i chop chilies,cilantro etc....It way better than my electric one .Highly recommend

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Durable, stainless rotating blades uniformly chop veggies, nuts and cooked meats in seconds. Chop onions without a single tear! A flexible cap doubles as a chopping board. Handier than a food processor and much easier to clean. Dishwasher safe.

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1/27/2012

Zyliss Easy Chop Food Chopper with Smart Base Review

Zyliss Easy Chop Food Chopper with Smart Base
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Zyliss, 10700, Easy Chop Food Chopper with Smart Base
The Zyliss Easy Chop can chop and mince foods into the smallest of pieces with ease. The more you press, the smaller the pieces. Onions can be minced so finely that they are nearly undetectable by sight in sauces but still add desired flavor. And, onion odors are contained! The new design, however, means that I can no longer use the Easy Chop on my cutting board as I did with the older model. All foods must be inserted in the Smart Base before chopping. The rubber bottom on the Smart Base does help prevent slipping and reduces noise but I question how long it will last with repeated washings in the dishwasher. Only time will tell.

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Zyliss has set the standard for top quality food choppers and this go-to chopper is no exception! The precision 18/10 stainless steel blade operates like 5 knives in one. It rotates automatically for smooth, even chopping while the wiper blades act as a cleaning device. With the addition of a cushioned smart base, delicate foods are easy to chop and motion shock to the hand is reduced.

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1/20/2012

Quick Chopper Review

Quick Chopper
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I bought one of these at a fair several years ago. I thought it might come in handy. That is the understatement of the year! It chops onions in seconds. I'm sure it works with other things too, but I use it for chopping onions for chili, Spanish rice and other dishes I make often. It eliminates the tears and speeds up the work incredibly. If this one breaks I will be buying my third one.

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Helps you makeSalads, Salsa, Fruit Sauces, Baby Food, Milkshakes, Ice-cool Drinks, Dressings, Sauces, Soups & Stews, Hamburgers, Omelets, Pancakes and much more in just a snap

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1/05/2012

Hamilton Beach 72610 Fresh Chop 3-Cup Food Chopper Review

Hamilton Beach 72610 Fresh Chop 3-Cup Food Chopper
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This is incredibly handy, compact, and powerful. I've found that it's great for baking preparation, chopping nuts, mincing vegetables, and blending thicker sauces (My peanut sauce came out great!).
However, there are a few problems I can't overlook:
1.) Do not fill the processor more than half way (This reduces the capacity to about 2 cups) -- especially if you are making beverages or thin sauces. When you remove the canister to pour the contents out, the contents sometimes spill through the center of the canister (all over your kitchen counter), even if you have left in the blade attachment.
2.) Ice is a no-go. I almost burnt out the motor trying to make margaritas. (I was on vacation and accidentally left my blender at home.)
If you need a mini chopper select projects (e.g. baking, salad making), this is a good investment. However, if you need more flexibility and power, I would suggest buying a larger model.

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This FreshChop Food Chopper from Hamilton Beachhas two pulse speeds, quick-lock lid, Stainless Steel blades and hide-away cord wrap.Bowl, lid and blade are dishwasher safe.

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12/28/2011

Oxo Good Grips Mini Chopper Review

Oxo Good Grips Mini Chopper
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I bought my Mom this smaller-sized chopper for nuts, herbs, onions & scallions.
The good news: It chops evenly and efficiently, with a comfy plunging action.
The bad news: you have to take the entire chopper apart in order to clean it properly. There are multiple interior pieces and lots of nooks and crannies where food particles get trapped. And if you miss anything, it will mold in place (yuck.) We regularly needed hot soapy water, a toothbrush and about 10 minutes of scrubbing to clean everything out.
OXO has a deservedly great reputation for kitchen gadgets; this one needs a redesign for simplicity and easier cleaning.

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The OXO Good Grips Mini Chopper is smaller and more efficient for fine dicing, so you can make easy work of tasks like chopping garlic. With a simple press of the soft knob, the blades rotate, ensuring even chopping. An internal soft bumper absorbs shock to increase comfort and reduce sound. Chop ingredients in the enclosed cup with its soft, non-slip base, or remove the base and chop directly on a cutting board. A tab rotates within the cup to prevent food from accumulating on the side walls. The entire blade cartridge can be removed from the chopper by simply unscrewing it, so clean up is a breeze. Rails and alignment notches on the blade cartridge make it easy to place back into chopper after cleaning. Best, the chopper is dishwasher safe.

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12/09/2011

Tupperware Quick Chef Food Processor and Chopper Review

Tupperware Quick Chef Food Processor and Chopper
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I own every kitchen gadget known to man. Well, okay, I am missing a couple, like the combo microwave and pizza oven. But really, I own just about everything out there for cooking, and this little doohickey is a gem. If you don't cut up your onions into smallish pieces (that is, if you insist on putting a half an onion in rather than quartering it), it may take a little strength to do the first twist or two, but the blades are very sharp and do a wonderful job after that. The other night, I made a killer apple, dried fig and balsamic vinegar glaze using this and it chopped the apples without mushing them at all. I just can't recommend this highly enough. Cleanup is extremely quick and easy as the whole thing is top-rack dishwasher safe.

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A few quick turns are all it takes to chop vegetables and mix almost any recipe! Quick-and-easy alternative to electric food processors A single turn of the handle rotates blade or paddle whisk four times, saving time and effort Stainless steel blade effortlessly chops fruits and vegetables Paddle whisk quickly whips or mixes cream, salad dressings and dips Funnel attachment incorporates oil into mayonnaise, pesto sauce or salad dressing Non-skid base prevents sliding Includes recipes for Simply Salsa or Mango Salsa - Enhanced Quality Guarantee Chili

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11/17/2011

Progressive International Manual Food Chopper and Salsa Maker Review

Progressive International Manual Food Chopper and Salsa Maker
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I purchased 6 of these in Sept of 2009. The handle design has changed (from 2008) and where the handle connects to the lid is now a weak point. out of the 6 that I purchased, 6 broke within the first day. I use these at work for "Salsa Days" and have 3 that we have used since 2008 that still work great. I would recommend against this brand as it is being sold right now...

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Since kitchen space is often at a premium, Progressive International offers a handy tool that performs a multitude of tasks in one easy-care unit.The food prep machine features an egg separator, a salad spinner, stainless-steel chopping and blending blade attachments, a non-skid base, an oversize handle for leverage, and a drip-free pour spout. A 4-cup liquid capacity means homemade salsa is a cinch with this machine. Cleanup is easy, too, since the machine can be taken apart for the purpose.

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7/26/2011

KitchenAid Chef Series Food Chopper Review

KitchenAid Chef Series Food Chopper
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I have had a few full-size food processors in the past -- both expensive and cheap models -- and the main complaints I had with them were: bulkiness, noise, and cleanup time. Over time, I realized that I was doing fewer and fewer things with the processor, and then finally, it got put away for good.
But lately, I found that I was chopping the same ingredients, in almost the same amounts, again and again.
So, on a whim, really, I decided to give the Kitchenaid 3-cup chopper a try. I own a number of Kitchenaid large appliances, and have always been satisfied. This food chopper is no exception, as it exceeds my expectations for handling my chopping drudgery. Be it onions, garlic, emulsifying dressing, making bread crumbs, chopping nuts, whatever.
This unit takes a very small amount of counter space, has a great look, stores its cord in the base, and its bowl and cover are dishwasher-safe.
This appliance is a nice time-saver, and that, in my opinion, makes it a great item.

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General Brand KitchenAid Name Chef\'s Chopper Series 3-Cup Food Processor Model KFC3100ER Feature Features Pulse Control CleanTouch Control Pad Domed Lid with Wet/Dry Compartments The stainless steel multipurpose blade chops, minces, blends, mixes and emulsifies foods quickly and easily Powerful induction motor processes tough jobs, and the sealed, heavy-duty base provides stability and quiet operation Pulse feature delivers precise control when a light touch is needed All bowls are crystal clear polycarbonate for incredible toughness, durability and stain resistance Clean Touch control pad and base are easily wiped clean. All bowls, blades, discs and accessories are dishwasher safe Spec Capacity 3 Cup Dishwasher Safe Yes Color Empire Red Dimensions & Weight Height 11" Width 7.91" Depth 6.28" Weight 3.4 lbs.

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