Black & Decker HS2776 Double-Decker Flavor-Scenter Steamer Deluxe Food Steamer
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Kitchen and Housewares Reviews of Black & Decker HS2776 Double-Decker Flavor-Scenter Steamer Deluxe Food Steamer
Customer Review: excellent steamer....but..
Summary: 5 Stars
..it came with only perfunctory cooking instruction.So I had to google myself into a stupor to find recipes. One reviewer here supplied a good link for using the steamer.Thank you!
I have used it for a few days now,and am completely satisfied.I have never used a steamer before,so was a little apprehensive.But everything turned out perfectly.
I cooked three boneless chicken tenders,thick ones,tonight.They came out so juicy,I was shocked. Then I cooked some broccoli and that was wonderful.I am presently cooking some rice,and I am sure it will turn out well.
The only problem is that I was hoping for some actual recipes in a little cookbook,but there wasn't one.But the 'net helped,and I am enjoying experimenting with new foods.
I really,really love this steam cooker.The price was great,and the quality is above par.
Addendum: I am using this steamer nearly every day,and cannot find even a single negative aspect. It steams everything perfectly. I am slowly turning into a broccoli floret because I steam a bag full of them every day,and they turn out great.I wish I would have purchased this steamer a long time ago...I could have been doing a lot of healthy cooking,instead of using oil or butter or such.It works great,and cleans up easily.
Customer Review: I LOVE this thing!!
Summary: 5 Stars
Received as a rather unexpected gift about 5 years ago and not being much of a cook thought, what on earth am I supposed to do with this thing? It's turned out to be my favourite time-saving recipe-saving gadget. You do have to watch the cooking times and make sure you take the veggies out as soon as they're done because if you go too long or leave them in there for a few minutes after it turns off, they WILL go soggy but that's not the steamer's fault. The instruction booklet has a long, detailed list of cooking times and how to cut/arrange vegetables. It cooks squash, cabbage and corn especially well. It also does chicken and fish nicely, though the smell does tend to linger a bit; the rice basket also works well though I'd recommend using a bit less water than the book tells you otherwise you end up with starchy, soggy rice instead of the nice chewy rice you want for Chinese and Spanish dishes. The flavor basket is interesting, you have to use quite a bit of seasoning to get the vegetables to take on the flavor but quite honestly, it cooks veggies so well that you don't really need it as you'll be too busy enjoying them the way nature intended them to taste. I don't usually rave over kitchen appliances but I HIGHLY recommend this one.Customer Review: Best Kitchen tool I ever purchased
Summary: 5 Stars
This steamer is a dream come true. I don't ever rave about products, but it has already saved me so much money and helped me lose 15 pounds in less than two months. My boyfriend and I hate to cook and aren't good at it, either. We would go out to eat 3 maybe four times a week due to our busy schedules and lack of desire or skill. Now we go out once a week and buy fresh produce, meat, potatoes, and rice. All it takes is chopping up the food, putting it in there, turning the dial. There is a seasoning tray that allows the food to be penetrated with flavor. You can cook more than two things in it also, I do four course meals using half a basket for one item and half for another. Its extremely easy to clean. My only caution is to lift the lid after the timer goes off and lift away from the baskets. I got burned by this thing due to my own stupidity and believe me - steam burns HURT!!!
Some items take a little longer to steam than the time menu indicated on the back. It takes a bit of experimenting for sure, but once you get the hang of it I guarantee you wont even put it away. Its a staple on our counter just like a microwave or a toaster (only we use it more often!)
Customer Review: This Steamer Is The Bomb!!!
Summary: 5 Stars
This steamer is the bomb... I am so glad that I read the reviews... Cleanup is easy, avoid dishwasher and just use paper towels or a towel to cleanup and prolong the life of the plastic. One big plus on this unit is the water reserve tray (the most important part of the sell), which is below the steamer trays and can be easily drained and dried out with a towel... no worring about mold building up there!!!
Regarding the cooking times... The manual for this product does not include cooking times (there's a sticker on the back of the product that does). But if you want to print out something like I did, I found a manual for the scentless Black & Decker Model that does include more cooking times then the sticker. Here are the links, the model number is HS11501050 you can select and print yourself at:
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Or you can go directly to the PDF using this link:
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I just bought my mom one as a gift right before I wrote this review... And will probably be buying these as Christmas gifts this year or for someone's birthday... A healthier way of living, and tastier too!!!
Enjoy!!! :) :) :)
Customer Review: Excellent for all needs (BEANS ,TOO)
Summary: 5 Stars
I am a vegetarian and recently turned vegan.So, most of my nutrients come from beans,other than nuts ,fruits,bread and vegetables. Earlier,I used slow cooker(crock pot) for boiling beans that took 3-4 hours.That was a healthy choice over traditiona boiling of beans in a pressure cooker.However, if you are in a hurry, crock pot does not work.
I learnt about steamer on different websites ,however nobody mentioned about beans.I came to know that it is good for all vegetables,corn,rice,etc.I was doubtful if it is good for beans.It took me one month to make up my mind and give it a try. And it was a wise decision.Now, I soak the beans every night before going to sleep.Next day,whenever i am in a mood to cook, I put all veggies, corn,beans in one tray and rice/oatmeal in other tray.And in half an hour everything is done.I dont have to monitor it as it has a very good working timer,so,in that half an hour, i do other jobs.I am very happy as now, i dont have cook in bulk and keep in refrigerator for 2-3 days.Each time,I cook fresh and eat healthy.My all other cooking appliances are out of work now except the breadmaker.I wish, if steamer could do that ,too.