Fasta Pasta The Microwave Cooker
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Product Summary
Manufacturer: Fasta PastaBrand: Fasta Pasta
Release Date: 2008-04-26
Model: 42769
Product features:
- Perfect al dente pasta everytime
- Saves time, energy and water
- No boil over
- Cooks evenly without sticking
- Made in USA
Kitchen and Housewares Reviews of Fasta Pasta The Microwave Cooker
Customer Review: It won't get you your own cooking show on the Food Network, but...
Summary: 5 Stars
...it will make you feel like a super star when you have more time to work on that amazing home-made sauce recipe you have. :)
Really, all you do is...
- Measure the amount of pasta (macaroni, shells, lasagna noodles, angel hair, etc. - you name it!)
- Add the water to the pre-determined and pre-marked fill line
- Add a little olive oil and salt to taste (if desired)
- Get that microwave buzzing.
It really is that easy to use the Fasta Pasta and it makes great-tasting, perfectly al dente cooked pasta. The container is well-made of a thick plastic, but small enough to fit in almost any cabinet space you might have available.
Now, I know what you're thinking, why pay for a plastic tub that you have at home that can do the same thing? I would urge you to check the materials it's made of. The Fasta Fasta is made with a plastic that is certified by the FDA (Food and Drug Administration) to be safe for microwave cooking. Is yours?
I must admit, when I first set out to buy something similar to this item; I was determined to get the actual "As Seen on TV" competitor...why not?
- It has a steaming rack for baked potatoes and vegetables
- Measuring & stay cool handles
- A mini recipe book
So, the skeptic in me set off on the Internet research and I started asking some of your basic questions: Won't plastic melt in the microwave or give off that weird odor? Where's it made? Who actually makes it? Am I really going to use the recipe book and steaming rack? Here's where I landed...
The Plastic - Not made with an FDA approved plastic material. (Source: No mention of this anywhere on the product website)
Where's it made/Who actually makes it - The product is heavily backed/promoted by a large company that's also the creator of the "As Seen on TV" logo and promoter of a large assortment of other 'infamous' products. However, they also sell direct to wholesalers and resellers who may independently market these items as well. Most, if not all products made by this group, are more than likely outsourced to vendors overseas. (Source: no mention anywhere on the product website or it's promoter, indicates otherwise)
What about a Steaming Rack for Veggies? - If you've taken a trip to your local grocery story (regional chain or large one with the smiley face) you've probably seen the already packaged "steam in the bag" for frozen vegetables. Why not? The cost is slightly more than your larger "cook it yourself" bag, but it's extremely convenient (for me, anyway).
What about potatoes? - Make some holes using a fork or knive and microwave it on a papertowel or paper plate.
How about the recipe book? - Considering I'm really only going to use this as an aid in recipies I'm already familiar with, why do I need a special book?
Suggestions for Improvement: If they could laminate the cooking instructions card so it could be more durable, and use an alternative method to mark the pre-fill lines so they're easier to see -- that would be my only suggestions. Otherwise, it's a solid product and well worth the investment.
In Summary - I really like the story of the product, the way everything is sourced and made in the USA, and the performance of the actual product itself. It really does work like it says it will. Most amazingly, you can get it for about half the price of the competitor (even if you factor in the Buy One Get One Free offer, not to mention the expensive shipping!).
Tell me, what did you think? Please comment!
Description of Fasta Pasta The Microwave Cooker
No waiting for a big pot of water to boil. Cook pasta to al dente perfection in the microwave! Saves time, energy and water. Use with spaghetti, fettuccini, macaroni, lasagna noodles, rotini and more. Will not boil over. Cooks evenly without sticking. Great for dormitory, motorhome, boat or cabin. Dishwasher safe. FDA approved microwaveable material. Made in the USAMultipots & Pasta Cookers
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