Thursday, November 17, 2011
Guest Appearance
One of my favorite cooking blogs is The Pioneer Woman. Her recipes are always yummy looking and her posts are humorous and fun to read. Today, on her latest post, she refers to the Pampered Chef Chopper, which I am assuming is the Food Chopper, one of Pampered Chef's signature products. Here's a link to the blog for you to check it out for yourself: http://www.blogger.com/img/blank.giflf. The recipe looks great, and I think I'm going to have to make it for myself very soon!
Thursday, November 10, 2011
Holiday Gift Giving
I love Christmas! Perhaps that's why my mind has been occupied lately of buying gifts, decorating the house and preparing food!
Pampered Chef has some great gift-giving ideas at a wonderful price. Let me share just a few:
Are you someone who likes to give homemade gifts? Why not try giving the gift of a Pampered Chef Prep Bowl set, ready to serve?
This is a great practical gift, which looks stunning in presentation. Remember, Prep Bowl sets come in 3 sizes: 1 Cup, 2 Cup and 3 Cup. Mix and match to come up with several gifts for everyone on your list!
Layered cookie recipes are a wonderful gift, providing practicality with beautiful presentation. Who wouldn't want to receive a present which requires only butter, eggs and vanilla to add to their Christmas baking?
A lovely presentation using the Small Batter Bowl, a must have for every kitchen!Pampered Chef's new line of Leak Proof Containers are perfect for holiday gift giving. Filled with someone's favorite treats, or homemade cookies, it's a gift anyone would love to get!
Leakproof Glass Containers come in a variety of sizes, making it easy to find one for every person on your list!
Thursday, October 27, 2011
Hosting a Party
Can you believe that it is less than two months before Christmas is here!? It's crazy! I think that being blessed by beautiful weather has made it hard to imagine snowy sidewalks and Christmas trees!
If you're like me, you're already thinking ahead to your Christmas list, contemplating the gifts you need to buy for family and friends.
Do any of your friends or family like to cook? Are they bakers, pulling off some of the most scrumptious desserts you've ever tasted? Why not buy them something from Pampered Chef? There is something in the catalog to suit every kitchen-lover and you're sure to find a great present that will fit your budget perfectly!
Are you interested in something for yourself, too? Consider having a Pampered Chef Cooking Show in your home! It's a fun way to get a few of your closest friends and family together to enjoy a great Pampered Chef recipe, have some fun sharing cooking stories and recipes and earn some free product along the way! There are fantastic Host and Guest specials each month for you and your friends to make the night a memorable one!
In today's busy days, do you feel you wouldn't have time to have a party in your home? Perhaps a catalog show would suit you better. Take a few catalogs along with a few order forms and take them with you to various gatherings - your workplace, school or church - and collect orders as you go. You still get in on the Host Special for the month and the free and discounted products are available through a catalog party as well. It takes only $200 in Guest Sales for you to begin earning free product through Pampered Chef. It's just that easy!
Contact me if you want to add more great Pampered Chef products to your kitchen today!
If you're like me, you're already thinking ahead to your Christmas list, contemplating the gifts you need to buy for family and friends.
Do any of your friends or family like to cook? Are they bakers, pulling off some of the most scrumptious desserts you've ever tasted? Why not buy them something from Pampered Chef? There is something in the catalog to suit every kitchen-lover and you're sure to find a great present that will fit your budget perfectly!
Are you interested in something for yourself, too? Consider having a Pampered Chef Cooking Show in your home! It's a fun way to get a few of your closest friends and family together to enjoy a great Pampered Chef recipe, have some fun sharing cooking stories and recipes and earn some free product along the way! There are fantastic Host and Guest specials each month for you and your friends to make the night a memorable one!
In today's busy days, do you feel you wouldn't have time to have a party in your home? Perhaps a catalog show would suit you better. Take a few catalogs along with a few order forms and take them with you to various gatherings - your workplace, school or church - and collect orders as you go. You still get in on the Host Special for the month and the free and discounted products are available through a catalog party as well. It takes only $200 in Guest Sales for you to begin earning free product through Pampered Chef. It's just that easy!
Contact me if you want to add more great Pampered Chef products to your kitchen today!
Friday, October 7, 2011
New Fall Products
Yesterday I got a most wonderful package in the mail! It was my order from Pampered Chef! As a consultant, I occasionally get perks which involve new product at discounted prices. Something that makes me smile!
I opened the box to find some great pieces that I look forward to sharing with my customers. I love showing them some great tools that they can add to their kitchen! Some of the goodies in my box were:
~ a Deep Dish Covered Baker in the new taupe color. I am excited to make the Rocky Road Brownie Dessert that can be made in one pot right in the microwave! How handy is that?
~ a new Small Ridged Baker, also great for the microwave. I just happen to be making meatballs for supper in the next few nights and I will definitely be giving this new piece a try.
~ the new 3 cup Prep Bowls. I have the 1 Cup Prep Bowl Set (set of 6) and the 2 Cup Prep Bowl Set already. I love how they all nest together, fitting inside one another for easy storage.
~ a Small Square Baker, again in the new fall taupe color. I'm really liking the new color. Of course, this is available in the classic cranberry color as well. You get the qualities of cooking with Pampered Chef Stoneware with the beautiful glazed finish that makes serving your yummy dishes pleasing both to the eye and the pallet!
~ two mouth watering sauces: Chocolate Caramel Sauce (chocolate and caramel in one sauce? Can it get any better than that?!) and Apricot Honey Sauce (which makes me tempted to fire up the BBQ and grill up some chicken with this sauce!).
~ the new Leakproof Glass Container in the 8 1/4 cup size and the 1 1/2 cup size. I saw something like this while I was out shopping the other day. I picked it up and remember thinking how light it was. The tabs snapped off easily and the lid just popped off. I see, now that I have my new Pampered Chef Leakproof Glass Container, that the ones in the store are not near the quality of my new pieces. The Pampered Chef Leakproof Glass Containers are made with thick, sturdy glass, feeling heavy and well made in my hands. The lid has a rubber seal around the inside, making it sure to be 100% leakproof. The tabs take some doing to snap them into place, ensuring the lid was in the right place to prevent leaking, guaranteeing a well made product. I am very pleased with this new addition to my kitchen.
~ I also got the brand new, Pampered Chef Dripless Oil and Vinegar Bottle Set. These eye-pleasing bottles will allow me to make one of my husband's favorite appetizers: Pan Bread with Olive Oil and Balsamic Vinegar, and make it in style!
I opened the box to find some great pieces that I look forward to sharing with my customers. I love showing them some great tools that they can add to their kitchen! Some of the goodies in my box were:
~ a Deep Dish Covered Baker in the new taupe color. I am excited to make the Rocky Road Brownie Dessert that can be made in one pot right in the microwave! How handy is that?
~ a new Small Ridged Baker, also great for the microwave. I just happen to be making meatballs for supper in the next few nights and I will definitely be giving this new piece a try.
~ the new 3 cup Prep Bowls. I have the 1 Cup Prep Bowl Set (set of 6) and the 2 Cup Prep Bowl Set already. I love how they all nest together, fitting inside one another for easy storage.
~ a Small Square Baker, again in the new fall taupe color. I'm really liking the new color. Of course, this is available in the classic cranberry color as well. You get the qualities of cooking with Pampered Chef Stoneware with the beautiful glazed finish that makes serving your yummy dishes pleasing both to the eye and the pallet!
~ two mouth watering sauces: Chocolate Caramel Sauce (chocolate and caramel in one sauce? Can it get any better than that?!) and Apricot Honey Sauce (which makes me tempted to fire up the BBQ and grill up some chicken with this sauce!).
~ the new Leakproof Glass Container in the 8 1/4 cup size and the 1 1/2 cup size. I saw something like this while I was out shopping the other day. I picked it up and remember thinking how light it was. The tabs snapped off easily and the lid just popped off. I see, now that I have my new Pampered Chef Leakproof Glass Container, that the ones in the store are not near the quality of my new pieces. The Pampered Chef Leakproof Glass Containers are made with thick, sturdy glass, feeling heavy and well made in my hands. The lid has a rubber seal around the inside, making it sure to be 100% leakproof. The tabs take some doing to snap them into place, ensuring the lid was in the right place to prevent leaking, guaranteeing a well made product. I am very pleased with this new addition to my kitchen.
~ I also got the brand new, Pampered Chef Dripless Oil and Vinegar Bottle Set. These eye-pleasing bottles will allow me to make one of my husband's favorite appetizers: Pan Bread with Olive Oil and Balsamic Vinegar, and make it in style!
Friday, September 23, 2011
No More Garlic Hands
I love hosting Pampered Chef parties! I love to consult at other host's Pampered Chef parties! I love Pampered Chef! *sigh*
One of the great things about getting together with a group of people who are passionate about cooking and thrilled about using high quality, affordable kitchen products, is the love of sharing. Whether it's swapping recipes or sharing kitchen and cooking tips, it's so much fun to come away from a Pampered Chef party armed with more knowledge and excited to get back into your own kitchen to put to the test the things you've learned.
At a recent Pampered Chef party, one of the guests gave me a very useful tip that I would like to pass on to you.
We all love garlic. My motto is you can never have too much garlic. Every recipe should have garlic in it. It just tastes better. But lets face it. It's a strong smelling wonderful bit of wonderful. Even though Pampered Chef has made some great products like the Garlic Press and the Garlic Peeler and Slicer Set, to keep our hand from touching the garlic and thereby coming away smelling like, well, garlic, it's inevitable that if you touch a raw piece of garlic, the scent of it will linger on your hands. But, did you know that you can wash your hands lightly with water, and then rub them along the inside of your stainless steel sink, rinse them again, and you will have eliminated the smell of garlic in your hands? Try it! It works!
One of the great things about getting together with a group of people who are passionate about cooking and thrilled about using high quality, affordable kitchen products, is the love of sharing. Whether it's swapping recipes or sharing kitchen and cooking tips, it's so much fun to come away from a Pampered Chef party armed with more knowledge and excited to get back into your own kitchen to put to the test the things you've learned.
At a recent Pampered Chef party, one of the guests gave me a very useful tip that I would like to pass on to you.
We all love garlic. My motto is you can never have too much garlic. Every recipe should have garlic in it. It just tastes better. But lets face it. It's a strong smelling wonderful bit of wonderful. Even though Pampered Chef has made some great products like the Garlic Press and the Garlic Peeler and Slicer Set, to keep our hand from touching the garlic and thereby coming away smelling like, well, garlic, it's inevitable that if you touch a raw piece of garlic, the scent of it will linger on your hands. But, did you know that you can wash your hands lightly with water, and then rub them along the inside of your stainless steel sink, rinse them again, and you will have eliminated the smell of garlic in your hands? Try it! It works!
12 Cup Muffin Pan
Do you like Yorkshire Pudding? It's one of our family's favorite treats. Nothing beats a roast in the slow-cooker, creamy mashed potatoes, and rich beef gravy, with a side of Sky-high Yorkshire puddings.
If you're like me, success is not always to be had when making this tricky side dish. One time you've got beautiful, fluffy Yorkshires, the next time they are flat and heavy. In the past, I have always made Yorkshire Pudding in metal muffin tins. I've tried warming the ingredients to room temperature, leaving the batter sit, heating the pans longer...you name it, I've tried it, but I still wasn't getting consistent results. Just what is the secret to a perfect, light and fluffy Yorkshire Pudding? The Pampered Chef 12-Cup Muffin Pan!
A guest at one of my Pampered Chef shows suggested I try using the 12-Cup Muffin Pan to get perfect results every time. And you know what? She was right!
I made Yorkshire Pudding and poured half of the batter into my standby metal muffin tins, which, by the way, are a real pain to clean afterwards, and I poured the other half of the mixture into my stone 12 Cup Muffin Pan. As you can see by the picture, the Yorkshire Pudding on the right which are in the Pampered Chef 12-Cup Muffin Pan are light, puffy and browning beautifully. The ones on the left, in my old metal muffin tins, are getting there, but they certainly don't have the pizzazz as the ones on the right. When I was done cooking (and eating) these scrumptious bits of goodness, the cleanup on the stoneware was a breeze! Just a little bit of hot water, the convenience of the small scraper that comes with each piece of Pampered Chef stoneware, and I was good to go. No more elbow grease or scrubbing pads will be needed whenever I make Yorkshire Puddings again!
Ultimate Mandolin
Even though today is the first day of fall, there are still many more warm days in store. That means afternoons in the park, camping trips and BBQ'ing! Who doesn't love a juicy steak, smothered in tangy BBQ sauce? And, don't vegetables on the BBQ taste so much better than when you prepare them inside the kitchen? Pampered Chef is all about BBQ! There are so many great tools to make your outside meals a breeze to make! Whether you choose the BBQ Basting Bottle, or the BBQ Skewer Set, or the BBQ Grill Basket (don't forget to use one of Pampered Chef's many rubs or savory sauces!), or even the great BBQ Turners, Pampered Chef has got you covered.
However, when I think of BBQ'ing, I don't just think of all these great products. I also think Ultimate Mandolin!
I'm finding myself using the Pampered Chef Ultimate Mandolin more and more often. Whether it's making fantastic scalloped potatoes or cutting vegetables to grill on the BBQ, the Ultimate Mandolin adds convenience and shorter prep time to many recipes. The variety of blades gives you lots of versatility and perfect results. No more undercooked or overcooked veggies! Every piece is cut to the same thickness, allowing the food to cook evenly, which results in fabulous and flavorful dishes.
The Ultimate Mandolin is a well-thought out and well designed tool. The anchor leg is coated with a rubber footing to keep it from moving while you are preparing your food. The newly designed plunger allows you to be able to use larger pieces of food to save you time and energy. The 4 different blades slide in and out with ease, and the cutting blade is adjustable without removing the blade from the Ultimate Mandolin. All 4 of the blades are designed to be flush with the cutting surface to keep from unwanted cuts or accidents. The blades are housed in a convenient clip on storage case which keeps every tool in one location. The Ultimate Mandolin folds down for easy storage. It is designed to use in a easel position, or folded down to slice food right into your Classic Batter Bowl.
Enjoy your last days of summer by getting out your Ultimate Mandolin, and preparing some easy, eye and palette appealing dishes to make in your kitchen or outside on your BBQ!
However, when I think of BBQ'ing, I don't just think of all these great products. I also think Ultimate Mandolin!
I'm finding myself using the Pampered Chef Ultimate Mandolin more and more often. Whether it's making fantastic scalloped potatoes or cutting vegetables to grill on the BBQ, the Ultimate Mandolin adds convenience and shorter prep time to many recipes. The variety of blades gives you lots of versatility and perfect results. No more undercooked or overcooked veggies! Every piece is cut to the same thickness, allowing the food to cook evenly, which results in fabulous and flavorful dishes.
The Ultimate Mandolin is a well-thought out and well designed tool. The anchor leg is coated with a rubber footing to keep it from moving while you are preparing your food. The newly designed plunger allows you to be able to use larger pieces of food to save you time and energy. The 4 different blades slide in and out with ease, and the cutting blade is adjustable without removing the blade from the Ultimate Mandolin. All 4 of the blades are designed to be flush with the cutting surface to keep from unwanted cuts or accidents. The blades are housed in a convenient clip on storage case which keeps every tool in one location. The Ultimate Mandolin folds down for easy storage. It is designed to use in a easel position, or folded down to slice food right into your Classic Batter Bowl.Enjoy your last days of summer by getting out your Ultimate Mandolin, and preparing some easy, eye and palette appealing dishes to make in your kitchen or outside on your BBQ!
Thursday, September 1, 2011
Classic Scraper
Have you been doing a lot of canning this year? Perhaps you've mastered the best tasting salsa, ever! Or maybe, you're trying your hand at all sorts of varieties of jams? With the beautiful summer we've had, maybe you've added different canned fruits or vegetables t
o your pantry? If you are really something, you've done all of these, all in one day, and you have my upmost respect and admiration!
A couple of weeks ago, I made my first batch of raspberry jam. My aunt gifted me with a couple of buckets of raspberries and I followed a simple recipe of raspberries, sugar and lemon juice and I got a few small jars of rich, dark, sweet raspberry jam. As it cooked on the stove, I used one of my most favorite Pampered Chef products: the Mix 'N Scraper. I have most of the family of Classic Scrapers, and I love e
very one. I kept the Mix 'N Scraper in the hot, rapidly boiling mixture of raspberries for the whole time it was cooking. When I was done the jam, my Mix 'N Scraper looked anything but the brilliant white it started off as. In fact, it was stained a dark red color, it was hot and sticky and I remember scolding myself, saying, "What were you thinking to leave that scraper in raspberries the whole time? That wasn't very smart!" I thought for sure that my Mix 'N Scraper would forever bear the marks of my yummy raspberry jam. I plopped it in a sink of hot, soapy water and
began cleaning up the rest of my kitchen. When I returned to my Mix 'N Scraper a few minutes later, I lifted it out of the soapy water and I had this result (see right). I was more than pleased to see that with no scrubbing required, no elbow grease needed, my Mix 'N Scraper came up squeaky clean and brilliantly white once again.
As I said, the Classic Scraper family comes in three sizes: the Mix 'N Scraper, the Small Mix 'N Scraper, and the Mini Mix 'N Scraper, not to mention the Skinny and Classic Scrapers. In my kitchen, I have three different sizes and use them pretty much on a daily basis. The heavy-duty heads are fused directly to the handles, so when mixing thick cookie batter or scraping the bowl while making bread, the head of the scraper won't get stuck in your dough. They are firm enough to cut through the thickest recipes, but flexible enough to scrape every last morsel out of the bowl. Plus, they are indented, making for a perfect and convenient spoon, built right in. They won't crack, burn, melt or stain, and they are heat resistant to 650 degrees F, perfect for all of your canning and cooking needs.
Monday, August 22, 2011
Trial
I've been looking for a way to share Pampered Chef with friends, family and acquaintances. I hoping this blog will be able to promote the products as well as give readers a chance to see them in action.
Since I started selling Pampered Chef a few months back, I have grown to not only find more and more things that I want, er, need for my kitchen, I have also grown to love the company. They are good, not only to their consultants, but to their customers as well.
My goal is to do a "Feature Friday" which will allow me to show one or two of the Pampered Chef products, in action, and share the multiple reasons you should add this piece to your kitchen! I plan to share recipes and cooking tips as I go! I hope my blog will be one that you frequent! I'd like to share what's happening in our home, specifically in our kitchen. I don't pretend to know it all, but I love to share what I do know in the hopes that it's returned so I can learn as I go! I always welcome comments and advice and look forward to hearing from you!
Renee
Since I started selling Pampered Chef a few months back, I have grown to not only find more and more things that I want, er, need for my kitchen, I have also grown to love the company. They are good, not only to their consultants, but to their customers as well.
My goal is to do a "Feature Friday" which will allow me to show one or two of the Pampered Chef products, in action, and share the multiple reasons you should add this piece to your kitchen! I plan to share recipes and cooking tips as I go! I hope my blog will be one that you frequent! I'd like to share what's happening in our home, specifically in our kitchen. I don't pretend to know it all, but I love to share what I do know in the hopes that it's returned so I can learn as I go! I always welcome comments and advice and look forward to hearing from you!
Renee
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