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Happy Thanksgiving! This special holiday is centered around gratefulness, family, friends, and of course delicious food! IN THIS ISSUE, we offer a few tips for mastering the most important part of the dinner - the pie! In this season of thanks, we'd like to extend our gratitude to you for your loyalty and for being the most important part of our business!
Our Favorite Pie Making Tools |
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Emile Henry Deep Dish Pie Plate  A functional pie plate that is so beautiful! Stoneware bakes evenly. Generous depth. |
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Oxo Good Grips Pie Server  It's time to serve! A wedge-shaped server is essential for getting the slices out of the pie plate with ease. |
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McFadden Handmade Rolling Pins  A good, wooden rolling pin will do the job! Rolls well; handles for easy use. Hand wash and dry well after use. |
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Oxo Silicone Pastry Mat  This super handy mat is perfect for rolling out pie crusts. Easy clean-up! |
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Norpro Adjustable Pie Shield  A pie-baking essential__ something to protect the edges while the middle bakes. Now adjustable! |
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Oxo Silicone Pastry Brush  Brush the top pie crust with an egg wash for a beautiful, shiny crust. This brush is just the tool! |
As each holiday season approaches, we like to plan a few new recipes into the mix for the many upcoming gatherings. IN THIS ISSUE, we feature a snappy green bean dish complete with two favorite ingredients - bourbon and bacon, a satisfying artichoke gratin, and a roasted Brussels sprouts side dish accented with a drizzle of balsamic Dijon reduction. Try and practice a few of them now. We think these dishes will make your shortlist of holiday favorites, too!
Delicious Side Dish Prep Essentials |
All-Clad 3 Qt Stainless Saute Pan Ideal for sauteing, browning, and searing- one of our most used pan over the holiday season!
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Epicurean Cutting Board Choose a cutting board that's kind to your knives. This one is our favorite. Dishwasher safe for less cross contamination.
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Zwilling Pro 7" Chef's Knife  The most valuable knife for all the chopping and slicing involved in dinner preparations. |
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USA Pan Sheet Pan  A sheet pan is key for roasting vegetables, also great for baking sweet treats, too! Nonstick |
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Oxo Good Grips Vegetable Peeler  A sharp peeler makes quick work for prepping vegetables. Keep a couple around for extra helping hands. |
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Zwilling Four Star 4" Paring Knife
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Tools for Making Soup |
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Le Creuset 5.5 QT Round Oven  Enameled cast iron is comfortable on the stove or in the oven. Naturally nonstick. Many beautiful colors. |
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Breville Immersion Blender
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Rosle Ladle with Pouring Rim  Serve it up in style! |
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Le Creuset 8 QT Stockpot  Enameled steel for durability. Heavy-bottom for even heating without scorching. Several colors. |
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Staub 4 QT Round Cocotte
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Rancho Gordo Beans  Keep a couple of shortcuts handy in your pantry! Beans are always a pleasant addition to any soup! |
There's nothing like fresh, warm, homemade baked goods. Enjoyed with a steaming cup of coffee or tea, these quick breads make a delightful breakfast or afternoon snack. IN THIS ISSUE, we've set out to discover the key techniques needed for baking quick breads, and practicing the tips with muffins, banana bread, and a coffee cake.
Tools for Making and Enjoying Quick Bread |
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Hario Drip Pot   One of the simplest and best ways of brewing an excellent cup of coffee. |
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Mason Cash Mixing Bowls  Classic ceramic mixing bowls make the best batters for bread, cakes, and muffins. Many sizes available.
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Paper Baking Liners  Choose from a wide variety of baking liners that are not only practical for baking, but also serving. |
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Oxo Nonstick Muffin Pan  Great, nonstick baking pan for regularly-sized muffins. |
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USA Loaf Pan  A great all-purpose loaf pan that promotes even browning and allows for easy release. Super Sturdy! |
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Nordic-ware Anniversary Bundt Pan  Choose from one of the many bundt pan designs. A bundt pan bakes cakes nicely and is always a lovely presentation. |
One Pan Dinner Essentials |
Cuisipro Tongs Turn and toss sheet pan ingredients with quality tongs
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Chic Wrap Parchment Dispense Easily dispense parchment paper and look good while doing it.
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USA PAN Sheet Pan Your new secret weapon in the kitchen! USA sheet pans are made with heavy-gauge metal with a rolled rim that won't warp or bend under heat.
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Wooden Whisk A perfect tool for making marinades, sauces, and glazes - a mini whisk is so handy!
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Global 6" Chef's Knife A kitchen workhorse! This classic knife helps you prep dinner in a flash.
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Mrs. Anderson's Half Sheet Baking Mat Not just for cookies- line your sheet pan with a silicone mat when roasting your dinner, too! Super quick clean-up!
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August is all about the plentiful, local harvests that grace our kitchens. Corn, beans, summer squash, zucchini, and tomatoes -- it's an abundance of freshness unrivaled by any other time of the year. IN THIS ISSUE, we're focused on the tomato, with three featured recipes that take advantage of these garden fresh, local fruits.Try our recipes for a sweet and savory Tomato Jam, a quick Blistered Caprese Salad, and Homemade Oven "Sun-Dried" Tomatoes showcased in a rich Creamy Pasta Dish.
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Epicurean Cutting Board  Wood composite boards constructed to last for all summer's slicing and dicing! Even dishwasher safe! Made in the USA. |
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Zyliss Soft Skin Peeler  The micro-serrated, swivel blade makes it easy to skin everything from tomato to peaches ans potatoes! |
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Chef'n Looseleaf Kale and Green Stripper
 A simple device that really works! Trims leaves from stems quickly with herbs, kale and greens. |
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Norpro Tomato and Strawberry Corer
 Remove the tough tomato core in a jiffy with this simple, but unique tool. The "toothy" edge grabs the tomato's skin. Very useful for seeding as well! |
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Wusthof Classic Tomato knife
 Especially designed for prepping tomatoes, the blade is serrated and features and forked tip for transferring slices. |
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Zwilling Pro 7" Santoku Knife  A fabulous all-purpose knife that slices and dices all summer produce with ease. |
IN THIS ISSUE, we acquaint you with some of our very favorite blueberry desserts. We include three treasured recipes that provide a sweet finish to any summer occasion.
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Zyliss Ice Cream Scoop   Is Ice cream your favorite dessert topping? Serve it quick and easily with this scoop! Sturdy grip and easy-release scoop. |
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Emile Henry Baking Dishes  This quality stoneware bakes food evenly and retains its warmth at the table. Many sizes, shapes, and Colors! |
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R.S.V.P Precision Pierced Berry Colander  Rinse summer fruits quickly and easily with a sturdy colander that drains quickly. |
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Bia 8 oz. Au Gratin Bakers
 Individual bakers are fun to use throughout the year, including for serving fresh summer fruit desserts. |
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Fletcher's Mill French Rolling Pin  Roll Pastry crusts to buttery, flaky perfection with this rolling pin. The beginning to many fine sweet endings. |
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Nordic ware Nonstick Oven Liner  It happens... protect your oven from spills and overflows with an easy-to-clean mat that lines the oven's bottom |
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Global 8" Chef's Knife
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Epicurean Cutting Boards
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Oxo 3 Blade Handheld Spiralizer
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Wusthof Classic 3.5" Paring Knife
 A Sharp paring knife is indispensable when prepping vegetables and fruit. |
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Oxo Chef's Mandoline
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Cuisipro 6-Sided Box Grater
 This versatile tool is perfect for grating zucchini and so many other things!
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It’s hot out there! And when it’s hot, nothing tastes better than a cold, refreshing drink after a long day under the summer sun. IN THIS ISSUE, we’ll present four heat-busting beverages, each with their own appeal. You’ll find some great ideas for cool, sweet relief with flavors destined to quench any thirst. Join us as we share some liquid refreshment inspiration and some smart summer beverage tips.
Summer Beverage Essentials |
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Fine Mesh Strainer   Separate seeds and skins from fruit for rich and delicious results! |
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Bonjour French Press  A quality French press is essential when making smooth cold brew at home. |
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Chef’n Freshforce Citrus Juicer  Juice lemons easily and efficiently with this handheld, hard-working juicer. |
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All-Clad 2 Qt Stainless Saucepan  The perfect size for making simple syrups! Non-reactive stainless steel. |
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Vitamix High-Powered Blender  This high-quality, high-powered blender tackles fruits and veggies in a jiffy turning them into delicious, healthy drinks. Great ice crusher, too! |
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Zoku Jumbo Ice Trays  Keep jumbo ice cubes ready so you can prepare heat-busting beverages at a moment's notice. |
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Crepe Making Tools |
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Chantal Induction Ceramic Non-Stick Fry
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Silicone Flexible Pancake Turner
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Vitamix Blender
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Stainless Ballon Whisk
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Cucina Pro Griddles and Crepe Maker
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Norpro Batter Dispenser  A handy tool for managing any batter --pancakes, cupcakes, and, of course, Crepes! |
perfect tools for fiesta time |
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Microplane Grater  This tool is a kitchen essential.
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Kyocera Adjustable Mandoline  Quick to use!
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Norpro Tortilla Press  Ideal for everything from breakfast, soups, and stews.
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Zavor Lux Electric Multi Cooker  perfect for pressure cooking, slow cooking, rice cooking and making yogurt. |
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Victorinox Chef's Knife 8"  Great knife for prepping fresh fruits and vegetables! Slice, chop and dice. |
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Oxo 3-in-1 Avocado Slicer  Innovative avocado tool that makes it easy (and safe!) to slice, pit and dice. |
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Kitchen Essentials for Spring Cooking |
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Chef'n Freshforce Citrus Juicer Get every last drop of your citrus with this citrus press.
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Le Creuset 5.5qt. Oven Round  A great pot for roasting chicken! this durable, enameled cast iron pot promotes even braising and roasting.
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Mastrad Silicone Spatula  Better than a wooden spoon! The silicone head is easy to sturdy, yet gentle on all your pans. Easy to clean; odor resistant.
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Microplane Premium Zester/Grater Cut through both hard and soft foods effortlessly, without shredding or tearing. Prefect for zesting citrus!
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Wusthof 3.5" Pairing Knife  A great knife for prepping vegetables and fruits quickly and easily.
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Nordic Springform Pan  This springform pan is non-stick for easy release and cleaning. The tight locking mechanism prevents messy spills.
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