(Part 2) Reddit mentions: The best small appliance parts & accessories

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LIST OF PARTS/BUILD LIST TO GET TO WHERE WE ARE:

Gaggia Classic: new they come in around $3-$400, but you can pick up a refurb from Whole Latte Love for about $290, or even cheaper on the used market (I picked one up that was basically just out of the box for half a decade but never used for $250. After some cleaning she was in perfect condition)

https://www.wholelattelove.com/refurbished-gaggia-classic-brushed-ss-espresso-machine?source=googleps&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI2eCjlYLJ4AIVrr3tCh1zHg6yEAYYBCABEgIaVvD_BwE

Mr Shades PID Kit: £89 - and worth every penny. How to get in touch with Mr Shades to get it I already explained above

https://coffeeforums.co.uk/showthread.php?27931-MrShades-Gaggia-Classic-PID-Kit-Complete-PID-kit-with-full-guide-%A389

Baratza Sette 270WI: They come in at around $550 new for the latest, and most updated WI model (that we think is the move for overall durability and ease of use). There are other 270 and W models all available for cheaper, but the most desirable WI model dskot got refurbished from Baratza’s site for $450, but only when they have them available.

https://www.amazon.com/Baratza-270Wi-Grind-Weight-Conical-Grinder/dp/B01G82WTZ2/ref=sr_1_3_sspa?hvadid=267969625121&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9021717&hvnetw=g&hvpos=1t1&hvqmt=e&hvrand=12162448283058120052&hvtargid=kwd-470582918388&keywords=baratza+sette+270wi&qid=1550621304&s=gateway&sr=8-3-spons&tag=googhydr-20&psc=1&smid=A302OQK4GZWXCC

20g VST PF Basket: $20 - Competition grade baskets from VST just help to take out another potential layer of uneven extraction, closer examined by having bottomless PF’s. We’ve also noticed this just helps the consistency of shots a little better, but like I said earlier, we’re not certain if it was more due to the PID or the basket, as we put them in at the same time. Not meant to be a scientific review, all you gotta know is this thing will help your extractions.

https://store.vstapps.com/products/vst-precision-filter-baskets

Tamper: $57 (or much cheaper) We would recommend getting a precision tamp to work better within the VST basket, which is precision machined to 58.4mm. Just fits together a lot nicer than a standard 58mm tamp, and will prevent any further potential for uneven distribution, but realistically, you can get just any 58mm tamper. I got the Cafelat precision zebra wood tamp linked below, but recently upgraded to the Eazytamp 5 star pro because I’m lazy and find myself tamping unevenly, but this is just part of my OD nature in doing things. There are cheaper options depending on the wood you choose from them, just look on amazon to whatever fits your preference. Just whatever you do, DO NOT drop your tamper on the floor or counter. I learned the hard way on accident and had to buy another because they will dent/bend and any chance of precision is now out the window, but thats my fault, and not just because of the type of metal they use.

https://www.amazon.com/Cafelat-Zebra-Wood-Tamper-58-35mm/dp/B01MG3ZDKH/ref=sr_1_6?keywords=cafelat+tamper&qid=1550621500&s=gateway&sr=8-6

EVERYTHING BEYOND THIS POINT IS OPTIONAL, BUT WILL CONTRIBUTE TO HELPING YOU MAKE GREAT, AND CONSISTENT EXTRACTIONS

Distribution tool: $18 - We both went the cheap route, and got the OCD knockoff tool from amazon. There are a handful of other options from the Pullman, OCD, BT Wedge, and so on, but are all very expensive, and for $18, we didn’t think it could be a bad move. Major differences are the 3 fins vs 4 fins on the OCD, and also very likely any type of precision milling will not be there on the knockoff, but realistically, they do the same thing, and we’ve both been able to get near perfect center streams almost every time within 10-15 sec of extraction. Only reason why it would take longer or wouldn’t go perfect center is bc I’ll occasionally lop side my tamp, or in the beginning when we didn’t necessarily understand how to properly use the tool yet (Once height is dialed, I use 6 counterclockwise turns to distribute, followed by 4 clockwise turns to smooth the top. There are plenty of videos and tutorials online on how to get your tool dialed in if you decide to get one)

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B077BZ4CV6/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o08__o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Bottomless PF (PortaFilter): $35-65 Few different options here - just make sure you get one that will work with the Gaggia classic, or most Gaggia machines as they have different flange positions than most other machines or E61 group heads. Cheaper/simple black version is on the first link, but if you’d prefer to go down the same route I did and get the walnut handle, I bought the one off of ebay from Portugal. I know there are a few other links on the web for a walnut handled PF for the Gaggia, but I only care to include things from experience, and even though I can’t really tell you if it’s legit/high-quality wood or not, I’m more than happy with it and it’s looks.

https://www.amazon.com/Bottomless-Portafilter-Gaggia-Filter-Basket/dp/B00KRR4K2K/ref=sr_1_1?hvadid=176952831569&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9021717&hvnetw=g&hvpos=1t1&hvqmt=e&hvrand=4233166420998163957&hvtargid=kwd-46401287557&keywords=gaggia+classic+bottomless+portafilter&qid=1550622553&s=gateway&sr=8-1&tag=googhydr-20

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Bottomless-Portafilter-Gaggia-6-6-mm-Wings-Walnut-Wood-Handle/222827423587?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649

Rancilio Silvia Steam wand: $25 - a very easy mod (just an unscrew and trade of the nut to connect it to the machine, (don’t use the extra washer from the Rancilio wand)) to upgrade the machines milk steaming capabilities. Also plenty of videos online how to do so. I decided to go with the Silvia wand instead of the pannerello for the extra durability (full metal wand vs plastic part trade off) and also easier to keep the Silvia wand clean and sanitary. Up to your personal preference, I get good results with the Silvia wand but have heard and seen good things from the pannerello alternative.

Acaia Lunar: $225 - will probably put you over the top of the $1k range, and isn’t directly necessary, but is a very useful tool to time your shots accurately, as well as have a very accurate scale setup to weigh everything out. Great for logging your shots and helping to develop recipes for different beans. You can essentially do the same thing with a normal scale sensate down to .1 grams, and then either a timer or your phones timer, but if you have the bread for the lunar, it’s definitely well worth it with it also being water resistant (they say in a video you can’t list something as waterproof unless it can operate under water, and you obviously can’t get an accurate reading of coffee weight while the thing would be underwater).

And finally, if you care to go down the exact same route I did with wrapping it, you can basically buy any type of automotive 3M wrap (color and finish of your choice) and just take off all the components and wrap the front facade. Little tedious, but if you like the look it’s well worth it.

That should basically do it for the full writeup of where we’re at with our home setups, and hopefully can aid in giving you some insight to what you might want to do with yours. Might be a lot to digest, but hopefully we included enough detail and info to get you started. If not, feel free to ask either of us any questions, or if you’d care for any of our suggestions on if any piece of this caffeinated puzzle would be worth it or not, just shoot away in the comments.

Outside of that, happy extracting :)

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Broke college student here, I'm also a barista that's use to having amazing, freshly roasted coffee. So far, no one has lied. AMAZING espresso IS expensive. But can you make a latte as well as your local cafe? With a little practice, time and money, yes.

My current home setup consists of a Delonghi EC155, this is a true espresso machine, it's not steam powered and with a little modification and practice makes good espresso. Modification wise the only thing I'd recommend is depressurizing the portafilter basket, which is easy. If you ever want a better machine but don't want to spend the money you can modify it even more. They're vary popular machines and can be modified to pull amazing shots. They go anywhere from 70-130, however, occasionally things get repacked or the packaging gets damaged in the warehouse. They'll offer them at a hefty discount, I just got mine "reboxed" from amazon for 47 dollars, wait a few days and one will come up. If you use your student email you can get Amazon Prime for free, take advantage of that.

http://www.amazon.com/DeLonghi-EC155-Espresso-Cappuccino-Maker/dp/B000F49XXG/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1396498476&sr=8-1&keywords=delonghi+ec155

I also got this tamper, works well, it's a little light for my tastes but for home use it's fine. The EC155 has a 52mm basket, if having a 50mm tamper bothers you then pay the extra few bucks for a 52mm tamper. Personally doesn't bother me, and it was only 7 bucks.

http://www.amazon.com/Espresso-Tamper-Sizes-Alloy-Coffee/dp/B0001XRNEM/ref=pd_bxgy_k_text_z

Here's a milk frothing cup, you'll need it to properly froth milk. You can poorly froth milk in a microwave but why do that when you can spend an extra 8 dollars and do it properly? I personally got mine for a dollar from a thrift store.

http://www.amazon.com/Update-International-EP-12-Stainless-Frothing/dp/B000MR6I9I/ref=pd_bxgy_hg_text_y

I got one of these grinders years ago for around 20 dollars. I've seen them used, repackaged, and refurbished for about that much. Wait around and a deal will come up. You can also get a Hario Mini and a number of other hand grinders. But this one does just fine. Now out of the box it won't grind fine enough for espresso, however, with about 20 minutes worth of work you can shim it and it'll grind perfectly for espresso. It's not hard and anyone can do it with a screw driver and some tin foil.

http://www.amazon.com/Cuisinart-DBM-8-Supreme-Grind-Automatic/dp/B00018RRRK/ref=sr_1_1?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1396498766&sr=1-1&keywords=cuisinart+grinder

At this point if you're willing to wait for a deal on the EC155 you've only spent 107 dollars. Even less if you're willing to wait on a deal for the burr grinder as well. If you want AMAZING coffee you can spend another 27 dollars and get an Aeropress, or wait for a deal and get it for 20 dollars. It will make a coffee concentrate which will taste "okay" for a latte.

At this point, I cannot recommend going to your local coffee houses and asking if you can buy green beans. They typically sell green coffee for 5-8 dollars a pound. You can roast your own coffee with a skillet and a whisk, or a popcorn popper, there are hundreds of ways to do it cheaply and it easy. You'll save money and you'll be drinking tastier coffee.

Don't let these people get you down, good espresso doesn't have to be expensive. Feel free to message me if you have any questions!

AeroPress, for sure. Here is probably the cheapest setup you can do, and still get the best flavour/experience.

Aerobie AeroPress + Able DISK Fine - $40 (I strongly suggest the DISK Fine over paper filters, but the AeroPress does come with a bunch of filters.)

Pocket Scale - $7

Carafe - $7 (so you press straight into this, and measure yield, as most mugs will not fit on the scale; also great for serving two)

Hario Slim burr grinder - $34 (if you'd rather go electric, the Bodum Bistro burr is a great buy and can be had for $120 new or under $100 used/refurbished)

Bonavita Gooseneck kettle - $50 (You do not need a gooseneck for the AeroPress, but you do for any type of pour over, so why not?)

Good luck, and have fun! Give my video a gander to see how to prepare with the AeroPress. It is fun! Almost as fun as an espresso machine. Ha! Yeah, right! But definitely worth the small coin.

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Caldrea Dishwashing Brush $5.00

Caldrea Dishwashing Brush
Although it looks delicate, the natural bristles on this beechwood brush have more friction than do synthetic bristles, making them more effective cleaners. Its handle kept hands well out of hot water. The only downside: Food gets stuck in the base of the thick bristles. You can put this brush through the dishwasher from time to time for deep cleaning, but regular dishwashing will dry it out and degrade it.


RECOMMENDED

OXO Grill Pan Brush $10.95

(ATK Gives it as discontinued, but i could find it on Amazon.)
The only improvement that we could make to this tough little brush would be a slightly longer handle, though its compact size provides great leverage for hard scrubbing. Well-spaced bunches of short nylon bristles scoured effectively and rinsed clean without becoming stained or holding odors. The built-in scraper really dug between the ridges of a grill pan or along the rim of a baking dish, and its grippy, round handle was very comfortable.

NOT RECOMMENDED

Full Circle Laid Back Dish Brush

The bamboo handle on this natural-bristle brush was comfortable, and once we got used to the bent-back angle of the head, it was mostly easy to use. We also liked the ridge on top of the head for scraping. Too bad the soft bristles often bent and sloshed around the pan, food got trapped at their base, and odors clung. We like that the head is replaceable and can be popped off to go in the dishwasher because the handle is not dishwasher-safe.

NOT RECOMMENDED

Lodge Cast-Iron Scrubber

The long synthetic bristles on this brush often bent and flexed when we scrubbed, making us work a little too hard to get jobs done, especially along ridges and lips of pans—we had to resort to using a fingernail to scrape a few spots. The bristles stained and splayed, making us fear for its longevity, though we like that it can go through the dishwasher.

NOT RECOMMENDED

Libman Big Job Kitchen Brush

Very sturdy and comfortable to hold, this brush easily removed stuck-on eggs, but that’s about it. It couldn’t dislodge glaze burned onto the grill pan’s ridges, becoming greasy, stained, and blackened; it didn’t come clean until a few trips through the dishwasher (but still smelled of fish). Scrubbing the casserole dish took a lot of elbow grease, and the brush struggled to remove food stuck along the rim.

NOT RECOMMENDED

Full Circle Be Good Dish Brush

While its rounded bamboo handle was remarkably comfortable to hold, this brush’s soft, squashy bristles were ineffective at serious scrubbing; they also held on to odors. Because it’s not dishwasher-safe, you have to take the time to scrub this brush by hand after finishing the dishes.

Personally I want an ice cream attachment for my stand mixer so I can make amazingly rich, but actually healthy frozen Greek yogurt! Alternately, this quick pop maker might do the trick.

A weighted hula hoop is surprising work, and fun too! A kite will get you outside, and I can't WAIT for Just Dance 2014 because it will allow for online play and I need that extra boost to get me back into it -- I think I need some new songs too. =P

I have a foam roller that works like a massage and stretching at the same time, and you might want a yoga mat like this one that hopefully won't off-gas nasty smells.

You can order workout shoes online, but only AFTER you go into a physical store and try them on, and wear the ones you think you want around in the store for at least half an hour, trying to mimic various motions.

I used this off brand Metro blade for my KA Pro 600 https://www.amazon.com/BeaterBlade-KA-6L-Metro-Design-KitchenAid/dp/B0015TMI28/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1483386039&sr=8-1&keywords=kitchen+aid+pro+600+metro+blade for one year before it broke at the neck/shoulder area. Replaced it with the same blade and that lasted a bit over a year. I don't make bread and the cookies I make are not rock hard. I went looking for a replacement.

Here it is... https://www.amazon.com/KitchenAid-KFE6L-5-5-6-Bowl-Lift-Beater/dp/B006HGZ7AY This one is actually put out by Kitchenaid. I liked the dual silicone edge of the metro, but this blade is stainless steal coated, not plastic like the metro. It is DW safe (I've washed mine at least 25x already. 10/10 would buy again. Well worth the money if you plan on thicker doughs than cake batter.

I also recommend this 11 wire whip attachment (also KA brand) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000PJ6XGQ/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1 It is also stainless, unlike the one sold with the mixers, which makes it totally DW safe (have washed that one at least a dozen times since I got it.

IDK if I really answered your questions, but in my experience the KA brand name accessories are worth the money. The quality is markedly different from the off brands, but in the end, it depends on what you are using them for and how much you are using them. The off brands might suit your needs just fine.

Oh, I forgot. I have the meat grinder too. I initially bought the plastic one, but traded up to the ss because of heavy use. Another example of ss being the better choice, though in this case they were both KA brand items.

Good luck to you. As a suggestion, your wife can bake to her heart's content, but have one or two and give away the rest, or the extra 50lbs will be with you in no time. I had to learn the hard way that taking it off was infinitely harder than putting it on. Save yourself and your wife!!

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Edit 2: Make sure you double check your model number before ordering any accessories b/c they may look like they'll fit, but they don't always.

Cafe (Ca Phe) Sua Da is a really common Vietnamese drink that incorporates condensed milk with coffee that often has chicory as an adjunct. Cafe Du Monde is the most common brand of coffee that I've seen but you really can use anything.Note that it has chicory as an adjunct but a good dark roast can do the trick. They're made using a phin which as you can see, is fairly straight forward metal filter that relies on gravity and a finer grind to extract. It's really easy to make and quite delicious though I treat it more as dessert than coffee.

If you live in an area with a decent sized Asian population, you should be able to find it fairly easily as it's crossed over into non-Vietnamese shops. A good bet would be a pho shop or failing that, a bubble tea shop. However, if you live in a place that has a large Vietnamese population (e.g LA or Houston) you may be to explore Vietnamese coffee beyond cafe sua da. Houston, for example, has Long Coffee which does a variety of Vietnamese style coffees, all which are delicious. At the same time, one of Houston's more famous coffee shops Blacksmith does their own version of cafe sua da as the owner is one of the biggest proponents of Houston's Vietnamese food scenes.

Quick tip : you can drink it straight up but it's served with a cup off ice so once it's finished brewing, mix the condensed milk in and pour it over the ice. The residual heat will melt the ice, dilute the drink and bring the sweetness down to something I find more palatable.

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1.5 cups of water is ~354grams, so you're brew ratio is ~11:1. With optimal extraction that should be a strong cup. Standard is ~16:1. Not saying it's wrong, I happen to like stronger cups myself. One important thing you should know is that both the brewing vessel and grind absorb heat from the water, and this drops the temperature fast of the brew, and this is a less than ideal extraction. To workaround this you should preheat. In your case bring 700g, or 3 cups of water, to boil, instead of the 354. When it boils, pour 1/2 of it in and return the kettle/pot to the stove so it resumes boil. Quickly dump the water out of the vessel and throw your 30g grind load in. Now pour just enough water over the grinds to wet them, and stir, this is to prep the grind to accept water faster (bloom), stir for a few seconds and make sure there are no lumps. Start your timer. Finally, dump the rest of the water in and cover to prevent heat from escaping. Pour/plunge at 4:00min as you did before. It should taste much stronger now. If it's overly bitter, do this whole process over again but reduce the time by 15 seconds (3:45min) and taste. Repeat until its not overly bitter. The sweet spot will be when you can taste the coffee flavor but without too much bitter in there.

Regarding "sandy" mouthfeel, this is because the mesh screen in the french press (FP) has wide holes. Some people like it, some dont. I dont so when I pour I hold this in the stream, it filters out the grit and, as an added benefit, gives you a bit more flavor clarity. This is because the grit that you currently there continues to extract in the cup, and that muddies things up some. Again no rules here, just preferences, and ignore the comments you'll hear about boiling water burning grind, its not true. There's also a second option here which is to adjust your grind settings so the particles are larger, to prevent them from getting through the mesh, but then you have to extend the extraction time. I dont because I want a faster extraction. Just dont grind super fine powder like youd see in an espresso, thats not for FP.

Kalita uses a paper filter, delivering a thinner, almost tea-like cup, and works best with light/medium roast bean. These are beans that have more delicate flavor. The "espresso" bean, or darker roast youre using on the FP, has a heavier, less defined flavor, more body, and more carbon, so it wont benefit from paper filter so much. The tradition has been darker bean in FP and lighter roast for paper filter methods. Good luck, I hope I helped

Everything. I make everything with my kitchen aid except for simple one bowl oil-based cake recipes/quick breads.

Creaming butter is super easy, whipping eggs/egg whites/heavy cream. Basically any and all baking, my kitchenaid does all the work.

I also have this attachment (link below) which I find very helpful. You might have to adjust your bowl height so it fits in (there are directions in the manual on how to do this) but it makes a big difference. I rarely have to turn the mixer off and scrape down the sides of the bowl, I'll do this maybe once while making a dough. Make sure you get the correct attachment for your model.

BeaterBlade KA-6L Metro Design Beater Blade for KitchenAid 6-Quart Bowl Lift Mixer and 5 Plus Series 5Qt Stand Mixers, White https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0015TMI28/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_5jTyyb8CHAGQ6

Additionally, there are a ton of other attachments you can slowly add to your collection that allow you to do so much more with your mixer. Personally, I love the meat grinder. Great for making your own sausage, meatballs, or just ground meat.

Have fun with your new toy!

USE SUNSCREEN. Wear a hat. Wear sunglasses, bring extras. Bring several pairs of comfortable shoes, flip flops or worn out shoes are going to be a bad time. Carry extra socks with you, amazing how refreshing it is to change your socks in the middle of the day.

Earplugs are a must, for loud music areas and for trying to sleep.

Bring a larger tent than you think you need. Room is nice. also bring a luggage lock - a small combo lock that can fit through your zippers and make it a bit more secure (but lock real valuables in your car.)

In addition to your tent, bring a 10x10 canopy like this to shade your tent or the area in front of your tent. It will keep the sun off of your skin while chilling, and if used over your tent can cool it off inside.

Get some solar powered lights to put in or around your camp. Find a way to put the solar charger outside, outside lights can help you find your tent, light the interior on under the canopy I suggested, and makes it look pretty cool.

If you are worried about juicing your phone, clip one of these to your backpack as you walk around all day. A good one can keep your phone topped off pretty well. Get one per phone, they aren't that heavy. Beats having to visit charging stations.

I posted elsewhere about using a camping stove, these are really good - make sure to get some JetFuel for each one. Bring old pots and pans, a kettle to make hot water, and butter cooking spray is the bomb to keep things fairly non-stick. To make coffee, use a simple pour over device with cone shaped paper filters. Bring reusable cups for each person.

Bring bags for garbage. Try to reduce the amount of plastic you throw away.

If you don't want to pay for showers, bring one of these camp showers. I also bring another 5-gallon container to refill your bag and for washing dishes etc, and a folding wagon to carry it in because I'm too old to struggle.

Caveat: I'm an espresso noob, but think I'm sufficiently well informed to address this.

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Your OXO conical burr grinder is at the low and cheap end of espresso-capable grinder, so it will likely become the first upgrade. I don't know if the one in the Barista Express is better, but upgrading it will only be possible by upgrading the whole expensive device. There are other grinder-related arguments against machines with built-in grinders.

The New Classic Gaggia (Pro), one of which I recently purchased for $418 after discount from Whole Latte Love, comes with a plastic tamper which you should not use. I bought an Apexstone leveler for $18 which sits on a $10 mat and does close to a perfect job [See caveat]. It's one of the best entry level machines because it does the basics very well - pushing sufficiently hot water [See caveat] through coffee in a proper filter basket (i.e. not the pressurised filter) in a proper 58mm plated brass portafilter. It also comes with a proper steam wand which can be used shortly after a press of one of the three buttons which operate the machine, which is normal for a single boiler machine.

Most of the modifications discussed relate to the not-New/pro Classic (which does not preclude modifying the New/Pro Classic).

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Before buying I was also watching the price of the Breville BES840CBXL for a long time since it's competitively priced and looks much nicer, matching my the Smart Grinder Pro, however others' experience with the product and both my and others' experience with the manufacturer recommend the Gaggia. Note that the cheaper Breville grinder - the Dose Control Pro - is the better choice between the two for just espresso.

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  OXO Grill Pan Brush - DISCONTINUED(?)
  
  > The only improvement that we could make to this tough little brush would be a slightly longer handle, though its compact size provides great leverage for hard scrubbing. Well-spaced bunches of short nylon bristles scoured effectively and rinsed clean without becoming stained or holding odors. The built-in scraper really dug between the ridges of a grill pan or along the rim of a baking dish, and its grippy, round handle was very comfortable.
  
  Amazon link
  
  NOTE 1: ATK lists the product as discontinued, so no price is given. The image used in this review is from the ATK page, so you can see that it exactly matches the one in the Amazon link above.
  
  NOTE 2: Amazon also carries a OXO Good Grips Electric Grill and Panini Press Brush for $9.99 but as you can see by the images, it is NOT THE PRODUCT TESTED. ~OP
  
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• Caldrea Dishwashing Brush - $5.00
  
  > Although it looks delicate, the natural bristles on this beechwood brush have more friction than do synthetic bristles, making them more effective cleaners. Its handle kept hands well out of hot water. The only downside: Food gets stuck in the base of the thick bristles. You can put this brush through the dishwasher from time to time for deep cleaning, but regular dishwashing will dry it out and degrade it.
  
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• Full Circle Laid Back Dish Brush
  
• Lodge Cast-Iron Scrubber
  
• Libman Big Job Kitchen Brush
  
• Full Circle Be Good Dish Brush
  
  > While its rounded bamboo handle was remarkably comfortable to hold, this brush’s soft, squashy bristles were ineffective at serious scrubbing; they also held on to odors. Because it’s not dishwasher-safe, you have to take the time to scrub this brush by hand after finishing the dishes.
  

Yeah, I had dumped all of my other appliances after mastering the Instant Pot (rice cooker, slow cookers, egg cooker gadget that actually worked great, etc.). Eggs are still amazing in the IP (the shells peel off sooooo easily!) & rice comes out great, but it doesn't hold rice very well without drying it out & making it a bit crusty. Plus the rice sticks like CRAZY to the metal pot...I ended up springing for their new non-stick inner pot:

• https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00ICL8M1I
  
  It does a better, but not a perfect, job - as long as I take the rice out right away & clean the bowl immediately, it's pretty good, but I miss my Tiger rice cooker, haha. But I used to use that fuzzy-logic rice cooker to hold rice all day & let my roommates & later my family graze on leftover & rice for lunch, dinner, and snacks, so it was nice to always have it available - but I do meal-prep now, so the IP is functional for that, at least!
  
  Plus I don't usually like bringing my IP places - I'd rather bring my cheap crockpots & not risk dropping or damaging my Instant Pots lol. Sometimes I'll cook up a batch of food in the IP & transfer it to a crockpot for the stay-warm function.

Congrats! I have the same machine (w/Sette 270) also bought second hand and it has served me very well. A few things that will help you with getting excellent shots consistently:

-Get a scale (if you don't have one already)! Preferably with .1 gr precision. This cheapo one I have isn't perfect but has worked for me: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B073TVC1N8/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

-Practice tamping on a bathroom scale (30lbs) so you can develop a feel for the right amount of pressure

-Grooming devices aren't crucial but I've found one to be helpful with distribution, here's an inexpensive one that's well-made: https://www.amazon.com/Coffee-Distributor-Leveler-tool-Distribution/dp/B077BZ4CV6/ref=sr_1_11_sspa?ie=UTF8&qid=1538574694&sr=8-11-spons&keywords=espresso+tamper&psc=1

-Use fresh coffee, ideally no more than 2 weeks off roast. The more espresso you make the more you'll see the impact that freshness of the beans has on the resulting appearance, texture and taste.

-If you really want to get nerdy then buy a bottomless portafilter (I found mine cheaper on eBay). They are unforgiving of grinding/tamping issues and will give you an indication when something is off.

Have fun and enjoy the coffee!

Ey! Welcome to the Gaggia fam! Check out r/gaggiaclassic

A couple of things I bought to help my espresso game a little easier

This is the frothing pitcher I use. I've found it to be simple to use. Although look up videos to learn how to properly steam milk if youre like me and dont know.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B016ZOFTGY/ref=ppx_od_dt_b_asin_title_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I found a calibrated tamper to help with tamping at 30lbs pressure. I'm thankful for this guy
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01N977TNG/ref=ppx_od_dt_b_asin_title_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I also use this distributor to help level my grind before tamping
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B077BZ4CV6/ref=ppx_od_dt_b_asin_title_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Gonna need a good tamping mat too. This is cheap and works well
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B077C41TJS/ref=ppx_od_dt_b_asin_title_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

A knock box is really convenient. I found a decent priced one that gets the job done
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07FHYFP6N/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

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Also, if you have the Classic 2015 model. I'd suggest replacing the steam wand with the Rancilio Sylvia model wand. It fits, and people mod their classic to get better performance with steaming.
https://www.amazon.com/Rancilio-Silvia-Version-Steam-Wand/dp/B018F88X34/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=rancilio+silvia+steam+wand&qid=1569554756&s=home-garden&sr=1-1

r/gaggiaclassic has more if you really wanna get crazy! I've enjoyed my gaggia for the 8 months that I've had it. Just keep up with the maintenance and its said to last years. I have no buyer's remorse whatsoever

I finally got around to taking my Cambro+lid to my local TechShop to cut a notch for my Anova PC. This is how I did it:

1. Made cardboard template of lid
   
2. Cut out a notch on the cardboard template to test fit with container + Anova
   
3. Applied blue masking tape on lid and traced template onto tape on lid (forgot to take pictures of this and following steps)
   
4. Used appropriate size hole saw + drill press to cut round portion of notch
   
5. Used band saw to cut the straight sides of the notch
   
   The polycarbonate cut pretty easily with these tools. It didn't fray badly and break apart into shards like I thought it would. If I had the clearance to use TechShop's waterjet cutter that would have been the easiest and cleanest way to go, but that's a $250 class. Maybe someday.
   
   If you don't want to make your own or don't have the tools, I'm pretty sure this product is the same as what I did:
   
   

• C10L-AP Lid for LIPAVI C10: http://www.amazon.com/C10L-AP-LIPAVI-Container-Precision-circulator/dp/B017TMJWBE/
  
• LIPAVI C10: http://www.amazon.com/LIPAVI-Container-C10-Gallon-Quarts/dp/B014U56Z4U/
  
  I just did a test with water and I noticed a good amount of condensation on the side of the Anova because of the remaining gaps between the clamp and the notch. I'm going to try to design and 3D print a "saddle" that'll fit over the clamp and plug those remaining gaps. Hopefully that'll prevent what I've read on this subreddit about condensation getting into the back vent and shortening the lives of people's Anovas.

If you're looking to brew a single cup at a time then you might consider getting an Aeropress. They run like $30 on Amazon. They work kind of like a French press, but they're much easier to clean and maintain. They make excellent coffee, and you can get a steel filter if you don't like the disposable paper ones.

Being to cheap for $100+ for a grinder, I picked up a hand grinder. It does well enough for me, and I got the grinder, Aeropress, and steel filter for under a bill.

I will preface this by saying I worked in coffee for a good chunk of time before getting my Rocket so I think the familiarity with those type of machines was beneficial. But I will say that your concern about a better machine being inconsistent has not been my experience. The Rocket will have a different learning curve than what you’ve had before, for sure. But I probably spend 2min max in the morning pulling shots and I make consistently better coffee than even the fancy coffee shop in town. You’ll have to get more and more familiar with the variables that affect extraction to be able to change things on the fly. But a better machine, especially a big of a jump as a Rocket, will make learning a lot easier and if you do your homework you will end up with consistently good shots.

Also, get a distribution tool. It will take out some inconsistent variables in tamping especially if you’re new to it. This link

Able Kone might not work, you're looking for something like this https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000TCZRKW

I did a Google search and there are #2 and #4 sizes, a bunch of different companies make them, so lots of options. Did not see one that didn't have plastic though.

I'm actually thinking paper filters are the easiest option (the quickest, simplest cleanup), whereas the metal filter is going to be annoying to clean all the time. The paper filters that the Clever uses are also super easy to find in any grocery store, so it should be easy to keep them on hand.

Still possible. It requires a bit of involvement until you get to know the characteristics of your microwave, but I did my bacon microwave only for years, and it came out perfectly most of the time. I like mine with a little chew also.

I used this and later this.

You can also use a shitload of paper towels on a plate - but the cookers are a little neater to use.

IMO they worked equally well. You do need to be careful or parts of the bacon will overheat and (IMO) taste off. But that "off" taste is exactly how my wife's bacon tastes when I cook it for her in a pan - she likes it damn near burned.

Takes a bit of experimentation, but you can do half a dozen strips in around 5 min once you get the hang. Thinner bacon takes considerably less time, really thick might take a bit more. Reduced power is the key. I haven't done it that way in awhile for no particular reason, but 70-80% power is good. Depending on the thickness of the bacon, I use about .75 minutes * number of strips. Again keep an eye on it until you get a feel. 30 more seconds can make a significant difference with bacon. Also, it will cook just a little more while it cools off.

Lipavia Sous Vide Container - 26 Qt works perfectly for me. It's too big for 90% of what I do but when I want to do several racks of ribs or steaks for the extended family, the extra size is great. I also use it to hold all my sous vide stuff (vacuum sealer, Joule, bags, etc) when I'm not cooking in it.

https://www.amazon.com/LIPAVI-Sous-Vide-Container-Polycarbonate/dp/B014U596GO?ref=ast_p_ep

This foodsaver works perfectly for me.
https://www.amazon.com/FoodSaver-Vacuum-Sealing-System-Starter/dp/B0044XDA3S/ref=sr_1_9?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1518471516&sr=1-9&keywords=food+saver

>I guess my expectations are high because of the tight bond this community shows.

Yeah, I totally get that! I find cigar people, even IRL, are friendlier than most.

 

By "drip method" are you talking about an auto-drip machine? Because if so, I highly recommend exploring a manual pourover set-up. I prefer the Hario V60, but many others like Chemex or something like the Clever Dripper (a combination pour-over and immersion brewer) instead. The cheapest option for trying your hand at a pourover is the plastic Melitta brewer, often available at your local grocery store for $2-$3, some standard #2 filters, and an electric (or stovetop) water boiler with a decent spout for slow, steady pouring. It's funny that you mention a (french) press pot and moka pots don't give you a full enough flavour, though, because those are typically two of the more full-flavoured methods. I suspect your water:coffee ratio or grind size/consistency might be causing a weak (under-extracted) brew.

In my opinion, though, whilst brew method makes a difference in your cup, I'd say bean freshness and grind make more of a difference than anything. I'd much rather have fresh beans recently ground at a proper size and consistency brewed in a $10 Mr. Coffee than stale pre-ground or poorly ground beans in a professionally-poured manual brewer.

In the end, if you find a manual brewer is too much hassle, the SCAA (Specialty Coffee Association of America) does test and maintain a list of certified auto-brewers that meet the temp/brew time requirements.

*Ninja-Edit: Here's a good starter on grind size and how to adjust for flavour.

Well actually I went ahead and searched your post history.

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Phins are a pretty neat little Vietnamese brewer. You can get them for like $10 on Amazon or even cheaper if you have a Vietnamese or Asian store near you.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008A0932S
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The Perfect Scoop is by far the best ice cream book out there. I've made most recipes from that book and every one is delicious.

As far as ice cream makers go, I have the attachment for my Kitchenaid and it works great.

I've used a coffee filter to filter my bacon fat and the end result is crystal clear, melted gold.

edit: if you find that you're needing to filter bacon fat often, I'd buy one of these, granted you aren't filtering gallons of the stuff at a time.

I haven't used this gold filter for bacon fat, but in terms of coffee making, some fine dust particles will make it through this filter. If you want something that'll filter out almost every solid, maybe you can go with this.

Wait until your fat has cooled off a bit, then plop this filter cone on top of an open jar, put a coffee filter in, and pour away. I have seen both of these filter cones in multiple grocery stores like Wal-mart and Kroger. Super cheap and reusable!

I was able to do something similar by purchasing a BPA free commercial kitchen tub with a pre-cut lid. Cost wise, I know those water jugs (at least the ones I use for reverse osmosis water) can be expensive.

Still, pretty cool looking and with weights you could probably fit more in that than the tub I have. Nice work!

Yeah, we have Wallace Farms bacon every morning. Our hack to make it easily is to use a microwave bacon plate with its lid add-on. Load it up and 4-5 min later, perfect bacon. It helps to let it sit a little after cooking too. Their beef bacon (which I didn't know was a thing before ordering from Wallace Farms) is pretty good too.

Any tips on making cappuccinos? I tried one once and rather enjoyed it, so I'd like to try my hand at making my own. I know I'd need foamed milk so I was looking at this handheld foamer and this frothing pitcher; would they work well? Would an aeropress work well for making the espresso, and any tips for doing so?

Edit: Also meant to ask, what kind of milk do you use, and what's the best ratio of milk to espresso?

I just bought the below one with the lid for my Anova, it stores my vacuum sealer and everything associated with sous vide and is perfect if I want to do a bigger cook. For smaller cooks I just use my stock pot or the inner pot of my 8qt instapot with the below lid. It works perfectly.

LIPAVI Sous Vide Container - Model C20 - 26 Quarts - 21 x 12.8 inch - Strong & Clear See-thought Polycarbonate - Matching L20 Rack and Tailored Lids for virtually every circulator sold separately. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B014U596GO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_TRG5Cb18KENGR

Sous Vide lid for Anova Precision, No special container needed, holds itself open, Silicone, Lifetime Warranty, not for Anova Nano https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07CFPJM6N/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_qVG5CbZFTPS9B

Actually, it looks like the PowerCrisp works better.. I kinda just posted the link for the first bacon cooker I found. Microwaves do a decent job with bacon though cause the thin slices + high fat content.

Cooking normal food usually doesn't go well in the microwave. Things don't usually get crispy in a microwave like they would if normally cooked. You need to be careful about plastic wrap as well. If you're trying to actually cook something go for those microwave safe glass/ceramic containers and lids. Plastics will melt if left in for too long, even ones that are microwave safe can bubble.

If your water is hard, I would also advise against using it to heat up a cup of water for tea/coffee/etc. You'll eventually end up with lime deposits on the cup which are no fun to clean out.

I like your setup! I started with a Toddy, but when we were traveling I bought two nut milk bags that I've been using since. I steep the water and coffee in a regular pitcher, then pour through the bag when I'm done. It's replaced my Toddy now. Super cheap, portable, and makes great coffee.

Here's a shopping list for your budget:

• Subscription to Perfect Coffee ($15/mo) - These guys are pre-grinding beans for you and sending them to your door at the specification you request. So you could order pre-ground beans from Four Barrel, Blue Bottle, etc. and they will grind and ship to you. I beta tested them and found them passable if you don't want to hand grind or spend the money on a grinder.
  
• Pump action espresso machine ($82) - I have this machine and it does a great job provided you clean it regularly. Use the reground coffee you got and make some quality espresso for the price.
  
• Frothing pitcher ($8) - You'll need this for your milk needs.
  
• A thermometer (~$3-5) - any that can be placed in the carafe for optimal temperature of the milk.
  
• Cups to serve your drinks!
  
  Total: $110

What are you using to microwave it with? A regular plate? Maybe you should try this out: http://www.amazon.com/Presto-05100-PowerCrisp-microwave-cooker/dp/B00006IUWC/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1367506294&sr=8-1&keywords=microwave+bacon+cooker

It works pretty well, as the fat drains to the bottom of the tray. I can then just pour the fat straight into a container for storing.

I prefer using an oven to cook my bacon, but when I'm in a hurry, I microwave it using this, and it turns out pretty well (as far as microwaved bacon goes anyway).

sticking has never been a problem for me.. even when I brown stuff... half the time the recipe calls for deglazing anyway so you have to scrape the bits before you add the rest of the ingredients.

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IMO - non stick doesn't brown meat "correctly" bacon in a non stick skillet is weird.

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and what is the nonstick coating anyway?

this doesn't sound good..

https://www.amazon.com/ask/questions/Tx1SFCYELFRFG19/ref=ask_ql_ql_al_hza

>I purchased a Power Cooker with the teflon pot which started flaking off rather quickly. I then purchased a stainless steel inner pot thru Amazon & love it! It has made a huge difference in the outcome! Just be sure that you measure carefully the height of the current inner pot, as there can be a slight difference. The one I got for mine was right for mine but just a hair too tall for my neighbor's IP, but by carefully checking the descriptions, I was able to find her the right size for her IP. Hope this helps, even tho this is several months later than your question.

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IPs official nonstick liner is ceramic..... sounds similar to scanpan's.. I have one of their pans.. their coating is bulletproof..

https://www.scanpan.com/

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If I was to go that route.. I'd get the ceramic nonstick.

https://www.amazon.com/Genuine-Instant-Pot-Non-Stick-Interior/dp/B00ICL8M1I

I never got any splashing. I do have a pretty strict workflow though.

I single dose into my MonFlat into a LW blind shaker then I distribute into my basket and use a distribution tool ( https://www.amazon.com/Coffee-Distributor-Leveler-tool-Distribution/dp/B077BZ4CV6/ref=sr_1_4?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1540521611&sr=1-4&keywords=distribution+tool) and then a eazytamp to ensure consistent pressure.

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With all of the above I get zero issues from my first naked shot: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0dwE995wNV8

Yes this shot is WAY too fast this was my first shot. It only gets better from here :)

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Not as much air pressure, but I use a Giottos Rocket Blaster. Combine this with food safe cleaning tablets like grindz and you're good to go.

What you plan to do is a perfectly valid way to make coffee. However, it won't be a pourover. Since all the water will be in contact with all the coffee for a time, this would be called an "immersion" brew. You can buy a non-paper permanent filter at any supermarket for a few dollars, ie, a Melitta #4 that fits into a Melitta #4 dripper. You can use this same equipment to make pourover coffee as well.

Dripper looks like this and filter like this.

Ya, I'd use this Oxo brush for your grill pan.

Salt, of any sort is a good scrub. I have a chainmail, I use it when I can't get it off with my sponge and don't want to mess around with salt.

What I would do is after cleaning, dry with paper towels (to avoid any marks on your kitchen towels) and then lightly oil to store. I just use canola for that.

Sometimes I use soap and water after cooking something stinky ore particularly greasy. Fish, for example on the stinky end of things.

Best advice I can give you is as soon as your pan cools down enough to handle it safely, clean it. Don't leave it sit out. The residue can be bad for the seasoning.

Clean quickly, oil lightly, and have faith that short dropping it and breaking it, there is nothing you can do on the stove top that can't be fixed.

I have the 18 quart version of https://www.amazon.com/LIPAVI-Container-C10-Gallon-Quarts/dp/B014U56Z4U/ref=sr_1_4?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1511842348&sr=1-4&keywords=sous+vide+container

and it works great. I also bought the small "ping pong balls" to use instead of a lid: https://www.amazon.com/Locisne-Cooking-Drying-Cookers-Container/dp/B06XW33XDY/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1511842412&sr=8-6&keywords=sous+vide+balls

I like the balls over the lid, because since I'm usually using some sort of vacuum bag or ziploc that's bigger than what I'm cooking, they help keep it centered in the container, and not drifting towards one edge (if you use the excess plastic as kind of a fin/sail sticking above the plastic balls.)

LIPAVI Sous Vide Container
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B014U596GO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apip_9zqf8MlJzzgZS/u/

I like the size of this one for larger cooks, and it is a good depth. you can fit a lot in it. For huge cooks i break out the coleman cooler though

Lids can be problematic because I will bring all the condensation and heat directly to the unit since that’s the only area it can escape. I recommend ping pong balls, they work very well at minimizing evaporative loss and are cheap. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01IEB5T2U?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf

I've only used the pan a few times but the first time I used [this](oxo good grips cast iron pan brush https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004ZLAGN6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_RGOEDbFVKAJP4) pan scrubber and the middle of the pan had a metallic, silverish look in some spots after, so maybe that was too abrasive. I though the scrubber in this post would be soft enough. I don't use soap, but usually put a good amount of Kosher salt with a little water in there and scrub.

>Also I like to put a lite coat of oil on it before reheating.

Do you do this when applying mild heat for the purpose of drying excess water to avoid rust? Or are you talking about reheating for reseasoning purposes?

Phins are a pretty neat little Vietnamese brewer. You can get them for like $10 on Amazon or even cheaper if you have a Vietnamese or Asian store near you.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008A0932S

Yeah I bought the classic off eBay for cheap as well! I've not done a total tear down though I did take out the shower head and clean that really well. Pulled off the top and vacuumed out the internals. It arrived prettty dirty lol

Here's the link to the bottomless I got. Had to also order a double basket to replace the triple it came with: Bottomless Portafilter Gaggia https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KRR4K2K/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awd_gRA9wb2ZWJ9G3

I have an awesome bacon maker that you stick in the microwave and it drains the bacon grease off as the bacon cooks

My dogs love bacon grease in their food :D

http://www.amazon.com/Nordic-Ware-Microwave-Sided-Round/dp/B00004W4UM/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1321865233&sr=8-5

Can't comment on how safe your tip is, but I thought you might like to know that these exist :)

I bought a Nordicware 2 Sided Microwaveable Plate for Bacon. 3 strips in the microwave for 3 minutes and 30 seconds and it is PERFECT bacon. Way better than I have ever been able to do in a pan and it's so quick. Here is the plate on amazon.

Ok OP, you are going to go next level on this. You also are gonna want a box or two of these.

Turkey

This is how you are going to make that turkey. Brown that shit on the hot plate. You might brine the turkey first. Figure out who makes doughnuts in your area, they get their glaze in a food safe bucket you can throw that turkey in with brine to refrigerate if you have to.


Dressing

You are gonna use grandma's recipe for dressing (ignoring the stuffing part):
Turkey Dressing "Mollie Gordon" Style

• Bread 1 lb. per 5 lb. turkey
  
• Sausage (smoked) 1 lb. per 15 lb. turkey
  
• Celery- 1 stalk
  
• Onion- 1 large
  
• Parsley- 1 small bunch
  
• Chicken Broth- 1 can
  
• 2 eggs
  
  Dry bread in a large bowl for several days and break it up into small pieces. Cook the sausage, liver, heart, gizzard in water for 15 minutes (If the sausage has a casing peel it off after cooking)and chop it up in a food processor. Chop celery, onion, parsley. Mix all together adding broth from sausage etc, eggs, and can of chicken broth and seasoning. Clean turkey, stuff, and close with lances. (Or do as I do, place a spoonful in the bird and cook the rest in a large pan on the side, this is foodsafe.) Salt skin. Roast turkey for 4 hours, bast every 15 minutes after turkey browns, lay cloth over skin. Extra dressing should be roasted for one hour separate from turkey.
  
  You might have to do it in 2-3 batches at 4 hours in the crockpot or so, but that shit will turn out stellar like that and it reheats amazing.
  
  Mashed Potatoes
  
  Peel, pressure cook, butter, heavy cream and mash that shit. Shouldn't be hard. Do this ahead of time, tie the liner and refrigerate. Microwave to serve.
  
  Gravy
  
  You can use a pan on the electric griddle to reduce the turkey juices. Add a corn starch slurry. Go!
  
  Broccoli and Rice Stuff
  
  Make this. It's stupid good and easy.
  
  Pumpkin Pie
  
  Make this. I made it when I bought pumpkin for mead making. It also is ultra yummy.
  
  Rolls
  
  You can knead these by hand and should. If you do not, I will consider you weak and less of a man/woman/inanimate object/cis-walrus.

this because we have a espresso machine we use almost everyday and this would be very helpful with making drinks that require frothing. My fave colors are red and black equally thanks for the contest

OK thats good to know, not sure if we have the condensed milk at the store or not.

Is this the same coffee? http://www.amazon.com/Trung-Nguyen-Vietnamese-coffee-can/dp/B000F17AKC/ref=pd_bxgy_gro_img_y

It looks little different, will I need coffee grinder for this?

This is the filter
http://www.amazon.com/Vietnamese-Traditional-Coffee-Filter-Gravity/dp/B008A0932S/ref=pd_bxgy_gro_text_z

It's funny because they have them linked all 3 together in suggested, I guess lot of people saw the video and bought all 3.

"microwave bacon tray"

The paper towel thing works, but they don't turn out as good. If you plan on doing a lot of bacon microwaving, get one of these. If not, the paper towel thing works good enough imo

I just bought food grade storage containers. The one that I have is 26 qt. because I plan on doing bigger batches. Then there are two options for lids. You can either buy a normal lid and then do the cutout yourself or just buy the lid with a cutout already.

This is the container that I have you definitely want to have food safe plastics.

I have a 3-liter pitcher that I fill with ground coffee and water. I filter it into another container with a filter like this: https://www.amazon.com/Medelco-Cone-Permanent-Coffee-Filter/dp/B000TCZRKW/ref=sr_1_10?ie=UTF8&qid=1542767070&sr=8-10&keywords=metal+filter

Total investment about $5 and tastes fantastic. One doesn't need special gear for cold brew coffee :)

If it has a 5, it means it has a 5 quart bowl, 45, 4.5 quart.

If your kitchen aid has a tilt head, then then you can buy the smaller one (i.e. this ) if yours is a "bowl lift", you'll want this. However, be careful on the last one, for it's plastic. It should be fine, but if your batter is super heavy it might break and need a replacement with a metal base (like I had to).

Once we went microwave, we never looked back. We got a special tray that channels all the grease into one spot. It's much easier to make chewy bacon if that's what you like. Nudity is not a problem. I haven't cooked bacon in a long time though. I prefer ham.

Nice, I'll have to check those out.

Best coffee I ever made with an Aeropress so far was a Gesha I ordered from Bluebottle....so smooth....but waaaay too expensive to do all the time :P. We have a local roaster here that does a decent job...it's fun using different techniques with the AP...one thing I'd recommend (besides a decent kettle if you don't already have one) is little containers for the filters. I grabbed some really cheap 2.5 inch tins containers from Amazon for the task. I'd avoid spending money on a reusable filter at first...and perhaps look into one that is part of the end-cap rather than a loose one as one thing I hated about using a loose metal filter is I'd constantly accidentally pop it into the trash. Hope you enjoy it!

edit: built in filter cap for later on :). https://www.amazon.com/Fellow-Pressure-Actuated-Attachment-AeroPress-Espresso-Style/dp/B079YBT2LJ

My most recent game changer is the Beater Blade for my KitchenAid stand mixer. It's like the regular beater, but the silicone on the sides of it scrapes as it mixes. It's awesome.

To add to what you said, I purchase this little guy and it's fantastic.

Let the pan cool slowly on the stove, then run hot water and rinse the pan, scrub with this little guy, use the plastic edge to scrap any sticky chunks then the heavy bristles to brush the rest away.

I made chorizo last night in my pan and it only took like a minute to wash the layer of hot sticky chunks off the pan.

Anything baking related would be great. But I'd love to have this [Beater Blade] (https://www.amazon.com/Original-BeaterBlade-KitchenAid-6-Quart-KA-6L/dp/B0015TMI28/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1505425108&sr=8-4&keywords=beater+blade). It's magical for baking. Instead of having to stop the mixer over and over to scrap the sides down the blade scrapes the sides and bottom for you. Laziness is the mother of invention. Makes baking go quicker so you can have tasty things faster!

So the Melitta filters that are "Natural Brown" ones I should avoid? Any chance you got a link on the ones you recommend? Also, this Medelco GF214CB #4 Cone Permanent Golden Coffee Filter (http://www.amazon.com/Medelco-Cone-Permanent-Coffee-Filter/dp/B000TCZRKW/ref=pd_bxgy_k_img_z) is recommended by Amazon under the "Frequently Bought Together" part with the Clever. If I bought that do I still have to use paper filters? Should I even worry about getting that or just stick with the Melitta's?

Hot coffee over ice gets oxidized and bitter tasting, unless iced thoroughly and instantly (look up japanese iced coffee)

Cold press is where it's at. Get a couple of these: https://www.amazon.com/Gallon-Coffee-Filter-Pouches-2-pack/dp/B00QG1Y18E

You literally just put ground coffee in the bag, put it in a large container of water, and let it sit for 12-24hrs. Take them out and you have magnificent coffee that is strong and has super low acid content.

I usually bake the bacon like you described, but my new place isn't completely level and I've been too lazy to fix it. So all the grease will go to the right side of the baking sheet, so not all of it is submerged in its own rendered fat, so it cooks really uneven. So I've been using this old thing my Mom gave me that makes it so you can microwave bacon. (Not that as seen on TV piece of crap) It delivers the perfect chewiness/crispiness, and holds about 6-7 slices. about 1 minute per piece of bacon. After 6 pieces, then just add 30 seconds per piece, so usually never more than 7 1/2 minutes. It has a place where the grease drains, then I can store it easily in a separate container.

Also, I cover the bacon with a paper towel while it cooks. Not sure why, but Mom always did, so I do too.

Found it on Amazon

http://www.amazon.com/Nordic-Ware-Microwave-Bacon-Defroster/dp/B00080QJXE/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1412533344&sr=8-3&keywords=microwave+bacon

okay from what you said, it seems she's not big on straight espresso, and she prefers milk drinks. This is good for you, since if you're making sugary milky drinks, the espresso doesn't have to be quite as good.

Now I may get flamed for this, but I picked up a Mr. Coffee steam espresso maker at Target for $20 on black friday. This is the one

The espresso that comes out of this is not very good by itself, but it comes with a small milk steamer on the side so you can make lattes/cappuccinos. Again, if you're not flavoring them, it's not great, but with the flavor syrups they actually come out pretty decent. I would suggest getting the following:

Mr. Coffee Steam Espresso Maker - this can also be found at target/walmart/etc

A small milk frothing pitcher - I picked mine up cheap at TJ Maxx

Some vanilla coffee syrup for her lattes - This can be found at some grocery stores and such

and if you really wanna go the extra mile, buy some espresso, whole milk, and caramel syrup (the kind you put on ice cream) and make her a caramel macchiato yourself. It's not too hard, here's a recipe: http://recipecircus.com/recipes/Joy/BEVERAGES/Topsecret_Starbucks_Carmel_Macchiato.html Just make some espresso, add vanilla syrup, top with the frothed milk, and drizzle with the caramel sauce

It sounds like you're entirely starting new, so I can give you some pointers I hope will be helpful. I also run a Breville Infuser, but I have a Ceado E6P.

• Maintenance and cleanliness. (More of general kitchen tip, but applies doubly here)
  
  When was the last time the grinder was cleaned? When was the last time the machine was descaled and back flushed? Consider this to be like brushing your teeth: you do it regularly so you don't get cavities and dental disease. You do not want to wait until things get funky. I clean my stuff about once a month. I also descale once a month because I have hard water; but I used to live somewhere where I only needed to descale once every 6 months.
  
  On cleaning your grinder: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UVVsTAUzVzM
  
  Grindz tablets: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0014J7FUY
  
  Descale: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lq1TiwoJbWA
  
  Our machines do not have a descale mode, but that doesn't matter, you can follow the steps anyway. Also, just buy citric acid, you don't need Breville's stuff. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00GNBHPAS/ I always backflush after I descale, so I stop following this guide at roughly the 2 minute mark.
  
  Backflush: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t1N8HLoW6ew
  
  Cafiza: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004L8RTEM/
  
  
• Beans:
  
  You need fresh beans. There's no two ways around this. You can play with this if you like. Old beans are monumentally difficult to dial in, and often it's impossible. I find beans last nearly a month after the roast date, but there's a noticeable drop off after the second week. There's a lot of room for experimenting here, I recommend you do. Also note, that some beans cannot be dialed in. I don't understand the roasting and processing factors, but there is a lot of variation here.
  
  
• About the Infuser:
  
  Our machine can be programmed such that it will dispense a fairly precise volume of water with the press of a single button. My 1 cup button is programmed to purge the group head, and my 2 cup button is programmed for a regular pull. I want you to know that this a really a good approximation, but Breville has a "smart" feature where it will try to "save" the shot if it thinks the pressure is too high. This has ruined a few cups for me, so I only have this programmed for those bad mornings, but otherwise I don't use it.
  
  Edit: I'm an idiot. If your pressure gauge is "bouncing" or fluctuating during a shot, most likely your pump is going bad. You can try to service it or replace it, I bought one of these off amazon and it is working: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00NMNA138/. I got this because it arrived the same day. This is the actual pump: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077ZRP3GD.
  
  I only use the 2 shot single walled basket, and I have also modified my portafilter to be bottomless. I generally find a good shot is just after the second screw in the pressure gauge, but that gauge is not very helpful.
  
  
• 
  
  I bought a few toys to help me out. These are not necessary, and in fact some people will tell you that you don't need them at all. Those people are probably right, but I like my toys anyway.
  
  A funnel: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07N693YSS/ A cut yogurt cup can work. It doesn't need to be fancy, I just wanted something fancy.
  
  A pick: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003E48EWA/ A toothpick or anything pointy can totally suffice. Again, just wanted to be fancy.
  
  A leveling tool. I have a 51mm because that's what I could find cheaply at the time, but it looks like 53mm are also available now. 51mm: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07BTN1S2C/ 53mm: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07S4Q179B/
  
  A tamp: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MUXN53U/ This tamp has a spring inside it. I only bought this because I had a nasty habit of over tamping.
  
  I found this video that I like: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iMldWhQVMQA I would not tap the filter after the distribution (where he's stirring the grounds), and I tamp gently. I don't twist or turn the tamp.
  
  
• 
  
  Dialing in is a trial and error type deal. In general, you want ~16 grams in the portafilter, and want to pull ~32 grams of espresso in ~30 seconds. These aren't hard and fast rules, and there's a lot of wiggle room here.
  
  Find a coin like a nickel or penny and clean it. After you've tamped your portafilter, place the coin directly on top of the grounds, then lock the portafilter in the machine. Remove the portafilter and then carefully remove the coin from the grounds. (Do not pull a shot with the coin in there)
  
  Is there an indentation in the grounds? If so, then you have overfilled the portafilter. If not, you might be good, or the portafilter might be underfilled. A scale will really help here.
  
  To pull a shot, I have my portafilter locked in, and place my mug on top of my scale underneath the portafilter. I will hold down the 2 shot button (doesn't matter, you can hold down the 1 shot button), and keep it depressed for roughly 10 seconds. This is the preinfusion stage. Low pressure water is being introduced to the grounds. I chose 10 seconds because this is when I first start to see espresso appear at the bottom of my basket. You can experiment here. I then release the button to allow the full extraction. I press the button again at ~30 grams to stop the extraction.
  
  I want to emphasize that these are rough guidelines. You may find something entirely different that works. I apologize if I came off as rude or condescending, I'm a bit of a turd by nature. Please ask if you have any questions.

Microwave bacon is the best, so long as you have a proper bacon tray. Place bacon on tray and cover with 3-4 layers of paper towels. Cook for 1 minute per slice to start. Check bacon, flipping paper towels at the same time. Results in nice crispy bacon with the fat drained away. Just make sure to remove the paper towels right when it's done so the grease doesn't harden and glue the paper towel to the bacon.

http://www.amazon.com/Nordic-Ware-Microwave-Bacon-Defroster/dp/B00080QJXE

It will cost you but this will allow you to get a lot of Crema, I highly recommend!

Fellow Prismo - AeroPress Coffee Maker Attachment https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B079YBT2LJ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_Vba8CbC5346PJ

You can buy a bottomless portafilter which should help diagnose shots easier as well. Along with that I believe the spouts should be able to be unscrewed

Grinder: Hario Slim ~$25 or mini mill ~$29 (looks too expensive to go for the mini mill)

Option 1: Aeropress and filters, may be just under or around $50 with the grinder, might overshoot by a few bucks. ~$29 for Aeropress and paper filters, steel filter available but not within budget (~$15-18).

Option 2: melitta pourover cone and filters, need a pyrex to heat/pour your water, but every kitchen should have one of those anyway. ~$13 for cone and filters.

Looks like going the pourover route (before shipping and whatnot) will cost you a total of ~$38, while the Aeropress will be ~$54. The pourover route will mean you don't have as great a control over the brew (many people like an expensive gooseneck kettle, but whatever), but will be significantly under-budget. The Aeropress will be slightly over budget, but you won't have to worry about pour control.

Yes, since pretty much day one I have my plastic sous vide bin sitting on sink rack (basically a heavy duty cake cooling rack). I recently added a neoprene sleeve for insulation:

• 12 Quart C10 container
  
• Neoprene container sleeve
  
• Counter Protector (sink rack)
  
  ​

No and Yes

You will still get coffee. Will it be good? It really depends more on technique than the tools. But using the correct tools for the job makes the technique easier to master. I wonder how many takes they had to use for the video to not end up having a mess of coffee and water everywhere.

If you are a college kid (dorm) and have little money.

Funnel

Filter

Funnel, microwave not included Also I had the anchor one for a while it spilled water everywhere the pyrex one doesn't.


[EDIT]: also look into a hand grinder Cuissential or haro

I don't own a hand grinder but fresh ground beans make a big difference in quality. Don't get a blade grinder, they don't work worth a damn.

Hijacking top comment to recommend this product.
https://www.amazon.com/Urnex-Professional-Grinder-Cleaning-Tablets/dp/B0014J7FUY/ref=asc_df_B0014J7FUY/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=309735741984&hvpos=1o3&hvnetw=g&hvrand=2266436962078040546&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9004361&hvtargid=aud-800703102928:pla-347658283862&psc=1

If OP wants to keep the coffee maker in good condition this is necessary anyway.

I used to work in coffee and this is the industry standard.

I must concur. I starting using at home as well since it makes consistently great coffee.
Also picked this up http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00JVTQHVC/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Just got mine a couple of weeks ago and love it. The big advantage is you can do 'full immersion' (leave the grounds to steep for a minute). Without this accessory, you have to do this upside down maneuver that fell apart and coated my counters in wet grounds on several occasions.

Fits my Mason perfectly and two lasted two years!

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00QG1Y18E/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

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So on my second set; all I use, and use it a lot!

Actually those bacon trays do a pretty good job.

Filters are different. But "size 2" would usually mean a Melita size 2, or a Filtropa size 2, or a generic one from anywhere, or a coffee sock size 2, or a metal mesh size 2, will also fit. The important thing is that wedge shape (vs. a true cone [like a v60 filter] or something with a flat/level bottom [like a Bunn filter]).

Edit: here's an example. I prefer the white ones, though https://www.amazon.com/Melitta-Coffee-Filter-Count-Natural/dp/B000FKJNNA

1. if you freeze, slightly undercook the bacon. Place flat or sandwiched on sheets of parchment paper. Freezing works fine, especially if you don't get rid of all the fat/drippings.
   
   
2. A fairly long time. Same with uncooked bacon. I don't have exacts, my apologies, you can probably google it, especially if you know the brand/butcher. Depends on how it was made.
   
   
3. Something like this works great for nuclearating bacon. But it makes it VERY CRISPY and not very good for freezing in my experience.

Use the Nordic ware tray and cover, works like a charm. I clean mine in a dishwasher to deal with the mess.

http://www.amazon.com/Nordic-Ware-Microwave-Sided-Round/dp/B00004W4UM/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1396564769&sr=8-2&keywords=microwave+bacon+cooker

http://www.amazon.com/Nordic-Ware-Microwave-Spatter-Cover/dp/B000BOA2D0/ref=sr_1_9?ie=UTF8&qid=1396564769&sr=8-9&keywords=microwave+bacon+cooker

Initially I might try using cheese cloth.

Regarding the cloth bags: are you referring to something like this?

EDIT: Or like this one that is made of hemp?

Nescafe is actually not horrible, it has far less acid in it than fresh coffee, but yeah. An Aeropress is dirt cheap and makes absolutely stunning coffee. https://www.amazon.com/AeroPress-Coffee-and-Espresso-Maker/dp/B0047BIWSK

Also, you can get an aftermarket filter so you don't have to keep getting paper filters: https://www.amazon.com/Altura-Mesh-Aeropress-Stainless-Reusable/dp/B00JVTQHVC/

Oh, I forgot. If you plan to do this often, invest in an aeropress and the metal screen filter (links below). This is the easiest way I've found to filter tinctures and oils with minimal waste. Also a superb way to make coffee.
https://www.amazon.com/Aeropress-Coffee-and-Espresso-Maker/dp/B0047BIWSK/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1483129322&sr=8-1&keywords=aeropress

https://www.amazon.com/MESH-AeroPress-Stainless-Reusable-Guarantee/dp/B00JVTQHVC/ref=pd_sim_79_2?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B00JVTQHVC&pd_rd_r=H0RCARYJRYHBV3Q99K8Y&pd_rd_w=wC3LO&pd_rd_wg=P2hDQ&psc=1&refRID=H0RCARYJRYHBV3Q99K8Y

I bought a shaving bag, scale and use a hard case for my coffee. Here's what I picked up on Amazon, fit well and traveled through Iceland and Ireland for two weeks.

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B075XKQV3N?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title&th=1

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B079YBT2LJ?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000O37TDO?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title

That sounds amazing, and now I really want to get one of these and put it to work: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0002IES80

The technivorm is just the brewer, it is up to you to provide the filter. You could just use #4 Melitta paper filters: http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_2?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=melitta+%234

Some people that like the oils in the coffee may opt for a metal filter like this: http://www.amazon.com/Medelco-Cone-Permanent-Coffee-Filter/dp/B000TCZRKW/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1449525405&sr=8-1&keywords=%234+metal+coffee+filter

I just use a gallon jar like this:
https://www.amazon.com/Pack-Airtight-Dishwasher-Kombucha-Fermentation/dp/B075JQR2KD/ref=sr_1_4?keywords=gallon+jar&qid=1556897898&s=gateway&sr=8-4

and a coffee filter bag like this:
https://www.amazon.com/One-Gallon-Coffee-Pouches-Cooking-downloadable/dp/B00QG1Y18E/ref=sr_1_5?crid=1GMVT79P5PN1O&keywords=coffee+bag+cold+brew&qid=1556898009&s=gateway&sprefix=coffee+bag+cold%2Caps%2C330&sr=8-5

Note: I am a single person though and drink about a cup of coffee a day. So not a ton

I agree with your point, but there are things like these:

https://www.amazon.com/LIPAVI-Container-C10-Gallon-Quarts/dp/B014U56Z4U/ref=pd_bxgy_79_img_2?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=S8GYEJ1GE2D2TK8N8K61

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B017TMJWBE/ref=s9_cartx_gw_g79_i2_r?ie=UTF8&fpl=fresh&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=&pf_rd_r=12WYS1EXWNK787NB25J0&pf_rd_t=36701&pf_rd_p=a6aaf593-1ba4-4f4e-bdcc-0febe090b8ed&pf_rd_i=desktop

Grindz, which work brilliantly!

If you buy this then you can cook any bacon in the microwave! It is delicious and I can actually get it crispier without burning it using this rather than traditional methods!

if i really don't have time to make breakfast, i use my microwave egg cooker for making perfectly round egg patties for english muffins ( http://www.nordicware.com/store/products/detail/microwave-eggs-n-muffin-breakfast-pan/9DF1BCFA-C0F9-102B-9706-00137233C6B0 ) and maybe my microwave bacon cooker ( http://www.amazon.com/Presto-05100-Microwave-Bacon-Cooker/dp/B00006IUWC )

I bought these items:

1. Container
   
   
2. Lid
   
   Fits my Anova perfectly and I didn't have to bother with cutting any holes.

Thanks for this. What about when using an attachment like this for pressurization?

http://www.amazon.com/Reynolds-Metals-00504-Cooker-Liners/dp/B00578EKRY/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1382478188&sr=8-1&keywords=crockpot+liners

These are the ones I use. My mom told me about them & they're amazing!

Aha! Well the one you need depends on the size of your IP. I have a 6qt so I got this one. I kept burning all my pasta sauces. This pot fixed that (although preheating also helps a lot).

Yes is you buy the attachment it will in fact make ice cream

http://www.amazon.com/KitchenAid-KICA0WH-Cream-Maker-Attachment/dp/B0002IES80/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1369774165&sr=8-1&keywords=kitchenaid+ice+cream+maker

I got this one off of Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00KRR4K2K/ref=oh_aui_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I'm not sure if there are better or cheaper options available elsewhere, though!

The Skerkton Pro is a great companion to the Aeropress.

Stumptown Coffee has a good video on the Aeropress basics on youtube.

The Aeropress uses small paper filters, but you can also get a variety of stainless options.

Amazon has a ton of options/manufactures.

Yea, but this one is better. http://www.amazon.com/Presto-05100-Microwave-Bacon-Cooker/dp/B00006IUWC/ref=pd_sim_k_28

I recommend this product. Makes perfect bacon, cleans easily. Cover with paper towel. You will get a little grease spatter but just wipe out your micro every once in a while.

IMO, 8 seems really small. My smallest is a 12, and my biggest is a giant 8 gallon or so cambro that is a tad too much. 12 quart is the right size for the square-opening ones, but for your larger one you'll want a rectangular vessel, because the larger square ones get too deep. Something like this: LIPAVI Sous Vide Container Model C20 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B014U596GO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_IQuCybNJMZ2RQ

Yes. Aeropress makes the best coffee for the price. Unfortunately, it doesn't make very much of it.

However, Aeropress doesn't make espresso. Espresso requires around 10 bars of pressure to make, Aeropress doesn't get anywhere close to this. However, if you want to get as close as possible you can buy this doodad.

What exactly are you looking for? The 12oz and 20oz stainless steel pitchers you see at every coffee shop are cheap and easy to find online (e.g. I have a few of these generic 12oz pitchers and they work just fine).

I looked up this portafilter on Amazon. Would the VST 25g basket fit in this one?

Plastic. Completely food safe.

Nordic Ware also made the first microwave pan for cooking bacon, likely from the same material.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00080QJXE

Might be. Eventually I'm going to do a true test of this, I just haven't had time yet because we're in the middle of moving.

Here's the bowl I got, if you want to try it, too: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00ICL8M1I

Just so you know, you can cut off amazon links after the /dp/###### part

https://www.amazon.com/Urnex-Professional-Grinder-Cleaning-Tablets/dp/B0014J7FUY

You can even remove the description line, if you really decide to care.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0014J7FUY

the possibilities... are... endless.

there's a reason these things have not really changed the design since it was first sold to consumers in 1919

my favorite is the ice cream attachment

edit: added link, deleted a few words.

I have a Microwave bacon tray

http://www.amazon.com/Nordic-Ware-Microwave-Bacon-Defroster/dp/B00080QJXE

It gets as crispy as you want it. Pro-tip use papertowels to help with excess grease

Correct link :) http://www.amazon.com/Reynolds-Metals-00504-Cooker-Liners/dp/B00578EKRY/ref=pd_sim_hpc_2

Others have mentioned that your grind is too coarse but if the fines are something that you've just noticed, they can increase without proper cleaning of your burrs. Get some grindz or run some white rice through there (followed by a few beans until all traces of the rice/grindz have gone). Alternatively, you can strip the grinder and get at it with an old toothbrush.

... umm like the microwave bacon thingy?

Hario Coffee Mill Slim Grinder

Melitta Ready Set Joe Single Cup Coffee Brewer

Filters

That leaves you with about $12 to spare, which you could spend on some beans.

(This is my own setup btw, so I may or may not be biased. It is cheap though.)

Today I learned these exist. Never again will I have to scrub my slow cooker for 30 minutes and still feel like it's not clean enough.

By the way, don't buy them on Amazon unless you really have to. You can get a pack of 4 for less than $2 at Walmart.

Ugh Reddit ate my longer post. Maybe something like this would be OK with the missus? http://www.amazon.com/Reynolds-Metals-00504-Cooker-Liners/dp/B00578EKRY

Wow that's gonna be hard. You can go waay 90s, and use microwave egg poachers/bacon racks/griddle/steamer. We had one of those egg poacher things when I was a kid and it worked fine for a long time. I wouldn't expect any of those things to last forever, but they're cheap and should last you at least a couple years.

With those, obviously you could make bacon & eggs. You could also steam cauliflower for cauli mash?

I would recommend this if you have a kitchen aid mixer. It is on the pricy side though. You can find them used on ebay sometimes for cheap.
http://www.amazon.com/KitchenAid-KICA0WH-Cream-Maker-Attachment/dp/B0002IES80

Some people use something like this to air blast grounds out.

You can also run Grindz through your grinder. I wouldn't use rice.

Also a small brush as previously mentioned.

Since buying my nonstick pot, I haven't used the stainless one once.
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B00ICL8M1I

I also recommend the silicone trivet/steamer set.
https://smile.amazon.com/Instant-Pot-Silicone-Steamer-Set/dp/B01LFGJYBS

I got it at a Vietnamese super market. Here it is at amazon. I'll try finer grounds, but am already getting a lot of sediment with a corse ground.

THIS is what I use. It has served me well through three years in a dorm, two years off campus and another three at home. It's how I get my fix!

This one, not really sure if its the best or not but it was on prime so thats why I bought it along with my Aeropress.

I had the same problem when I upgraded to a Pro 600. I then discovered the 11-wire whip, and it's awesome. It will beat two egg whites, no problem. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000PJ6XGQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_fpALzbBH6CK4G

You can also get a beater blade with a rubber edge that scrapes the bowl while mixing.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0015TMI28/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_zuALzbFK7EBAA

If you order either of these, be sure to get the ones that fit your model.

I use a combination of this brush (including the scraper if needed) and then a regular abrasive sponge and soap for tough jobs. Note that, while grills takes longer to season they do season with use and the job becomes noticeably easier.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004ZLAGN6/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I had some channeling issues myself and found that the $20 distributor/leveler tool has really helped. I use it before ramp to make sure the puck is really evenly distributed before tamp


Coffee Distributor/Leveler tool https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077BZ4CV6?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

> clever dripper plus filter

this one?

http://www.amazon.com/Coffee-Shrub-CLEVER-Clever-Dripper/dp/B0047W70GY/ref=sr_1_1?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1415137385&sr=1-1&keywords=Clever+Coffee+Dripper


also, are permanent filters a problem?
http://www.amazon.com/Medelco-Cone-Permanent-Coffee-Filter/dp/B000TCZRKW/ref=pd_bxgy_k_img_z

I use a Rocket Blower and occasionally run an ounce of Rolled oats through. Knock suggests uncooked rice but other grinder manufacturers claim it's too hard and can damage burrs. Grindz is what others recommend.

As far as a deep clean? not really sure. I think Knock suggested just brushing the burrs, but you can't reach them without taking the whole thing apart which then voids your warranty. Hmmm.

Some sealing rings and a ceramic bowl are 20% off on amazon

The bag is the first thing to go in the pot. It prevents the pot from getting a build up of food while cooking. They are amazing!

You can also eliminate the url altogether. Put what ever text you want in brackets in front of the url info, then parentheses around the link:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0014J7FUY
[amazon link](url address)
amazon link

Don't shy away from cleaning the grinder regularly. When they say "grinds" in the video they are talking about this sort of thing.

Today (2/23/17) The ceramic inner pot is at the lowest price it's ever been.
Treat yo Self.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00ICL8M1I/ref=od_aui_detailpages00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Here is the basket I previously used-non pressurized, I believe.

This is the bottomless I bought, now using the basket that came with it (in the same style as the one I'm currently using)

You buy lids that already have the cutout on amazon...

Like here look at the "frequently bought together" below the product.

But I suppose drilling would be cheaper. I'd just worry about cracking the plastic lid while drilling and making it un-useable. Maybe a fine tooth hole saw attachment for a drill.

You can get microwave cookware.

bacon cooker

veggie steamer

egg and muffin cooker

omelet maker

You can get hanging ones, but then you will end up with triangle bacon.

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Bacon Cooker

Something like this?

If you have one of these, then get yourself one of these and start making this.

http://www.amazon.com/Nordic-Ware-Microwave-Bacon-Defroster/dp/B00080QJXE/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1292729319&sr=8-4

Fiance uses this http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00080QJXE?cache=10f495a94bb69deb93235a759f1b8fab&pi=SX200_QL40&qid=1411599159&sr=8-2

Investment?

Really?

This is the one i bought. The price has since changed but still cheap.
Its to steam the milk for your coffee
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000MR6I9I/

https://www.amazon.com/Urnex-Professional-Grinder-Cleaning-Tablets/dp/B0014J7FUY

I use these:

https://smile.amazon.com/Urnex-Professional-Grinder-Cleaning-Tablets/dp/B0014J7FUY?sa-no-redirect=1

In my Sette 270.

I looked, and I have this stuff, actually, for milk wand cleaning:

https://smile.amazon.com/Urnex-Circle-Espresso-Machine-Cleaning/dp/B004NRXFP8?sa-no-redirect=1

I've seen those, will give it a try. Did you get the sideswipe or the metro design?

[LIFESAVER!!] (http://www.amazon.com/Reynolds-Metals-00504-Cooker-Liners/dp/B00578EKRY/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1407018062&sr=8-1&keywords=crock+pot+liners)

http://www.amazon.com/Reynolds-Metals-00504-Cooker-Liners/dp/B00578EKRY/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1413766490&sr=8-1&keywords=crock+pot+liners

Not the OP, but these are the ones I use from time to time: http://www.amazon.com/Reynolds-Metals-00504-Cooker-Liners/dp/B00578EKRY/ref=sr_1_1/191-9931987-0792068?ie=UTF8&qid=1413771832&sr=8-1&keywords=crock+pot+bags

They're very handy

Slow Cooker Liners. I didn't believe in them at first, tried them and now they are a must.

Hi.

http://www.amazon.com/Reynolds-Metals-00504-Cooker-Liners/dp/B00578EKRY/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1376460808&sr=8-1&keywords=crock+pot+liner

Whenever you use a crock pot / slow cooker, use a plastic liner. It makes cleanup a breeze. Last night I spent 20 minutes chipping off burnt BBQ sauce that wouldn't loosen even after soaking it overnight.

You can find this item at any Mexican or Asian market.
Link so you can see it. https://www.amazon.com/Vietnamese-Traditional-Coffee-Filter-Gravity/dp/B008A0932S
or https://buymorecoffee.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/1137243857-1.jpg
Then look on line for Vietnamese coffee method so you know how to use it.

for those wondering what a Phin is:

http://www.amazon.com/Vietnamese-Traditional-Coffee-Filter-Gravity/dp/B008A0932S

I bought the one below. It's a little flimsy I guess, but I haven't had any issues with it. I've been using it daily for the last few weeks (owned it for a few months).

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008A0932S

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Instant-Pot-Ceramic-Electric-Pressure/dp/B00ICL8M1I/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1511645726&sr=8-2&keywords=instant+pot+pot

I use this when I am not browning meat.

https://www.amazon.com/Genuine-Instant-Pot-Non-Stick-Interior/dp/B00ICL8M1I

My kit is an Aeropress with a metal mesh filter and a milk frother.

What's the difference between the "Mesh" and the "Disc"? Are either necessary for the aeropress?

Mine was from Kafeologie or something, but this one is it.

Got mine on amazon.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00KRR4K2K/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

edit: only for 2015 and up.

What I am using since starting my collection over the last 14 months:

Tamper

Tamping mat

Distribution tool

Decent Pitchers (got the 3 set)

My Weight Scale

Bottomless Portafilter for Gaggia Classic

What grinder are you using? That is something you should consider investing money in more-so than anything else.

https://www.amazon.com/LIPAVI-Sous-Vide-Container-Polycarbonate/dp/B014U56Z4U/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8

This is what I will be using:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B014U596GO/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_DA7OCbKKAT4FW

I use this one...

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B014U596GO/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

along with this...

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B017TMJV8S/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o09_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

it was just getting crowded in my 12 quart container...

Coffee Distributor/Leveler tool, Coffee Distributor 58mm, Coffee Distribution Tool https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077BZ4CV6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_.OTDDb414EZ6E

I use this one:

Coffee Distributor/Leveler tool, Coffee Distributor 58mm, Coffee Distribution Tool https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077BZ4CV6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_D9YADbA3TCPAB

This is the one I use for my breville dual boiler. Coffee Distributor/Leveler tool, Coffee Distributor 58mm, Coffee Distribution Tool https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077BZ4CV6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_6Wz7BbZK2D2S6

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07JG1PXLC/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

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Try prismo

Have you thought about one of these?

Fellow Prismo https://www.amazon.com/dp/B079YBT2LJ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apap_XCgygjIaI7CJA

This was an absolute game changer for me

So get yourself a metal pour over filter http://www.amazon.co.uk/Medelco-Cone-Permanent-Coffee-Filter/dp/B000TCZRKW

Or - even better - one of these http://www.hario.co.uk/coffee/metal-filter-dripper/cafeor-dripper-02-black.html

I've no doubt you'd get a bit of choking, but if you give it time and stir a bit, the coffee should emerge from the half-clogged filter mesh...

Some fines will get through. But let them settle in the cup and pour off the (slightly cleaner) top 3/4 of the cup

This works for that problem: Fellow Prismo, Pressure-Actuated Attachment for AeroPress Coffee Maker with Reusable Filter, Espresso-Style, No-Drip Immersion, and Cold Brew at Home https://www.amazon.com/dp/B079YBT2LJ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_g.93DbN5B0J2R