Limp celery in the crisper drawer?
Do not throw it away!
Cut off the bottom of the stalk / Put the stalk in a glass with some water -
Perfect celery once again!
Griddle Test June 2012
We thought it was time we tested a moderately priced griddle in our local area and become familiar with the different griddles that are available. Each of the griddles tested had a non-stick surface that preformed well. The West Bend was our favorite overall for the ease of cleaning, nice even heat and the most desirable pancakes.
Here are our results…
West Bend 2 in 1 Reversible Grill/ Griddle #6125
| Temperature Dial | 100 degree intervals |
| Preheat Time | Slow |
| Cooking Surface | Non-stick |
| Surface Size | 9.75” x 16.5” |
| Cleaning | Removable Griddle |
| Heat | Even |
| Pancakes Results | Nice even color |
| Other | Slim Design, Channel away liquids |
| Keeps dishes warm for serving |
Hamilton Beach Electric Griddle #38515
| Temperature Dial | Set to exact temperature |
| Preheat Time | Fast |
| Cooking Surface | Non-stick |
| Surface Size | 10.5” x 20” |
| Cleaning | Wipe Clean, full immersion without cord |
| Heat | Cooler in center |
| Pancakes Results | Uneven color |
| Other | Tilt & drain, Cool touch handles |
| Family size |
Presto Tilt’ n Drain Big Griddle #07046
| Temperature Dial | Set to exact temperature |
| Preheat Time | Slow |
| Cooking Surface | Non-stick |
| Surface Size | 15”x18.5” |
| Cleaning | Wipe Clean |
| Heat | Cooler in center |
| Pancakes Results | Light color |
| Other | 1 yr warranty, Tilts for draining, |
| Slide out drip tray, Cool touch base |
Presto 20” Cool Touch Electric Griddle #07030
| Temperature Dial | Set to exact temperature |
| Preheat Time | Fast |
| Cooking Surface | Non-stick |
| Surface Size | 10.5”x19.5” |
| Cleaning | Wipe Clean |
| Heat | Not even |
| Pancakes Results | Light Color |
| Other | 1 yr warranty, Cool touch base |
| Fully immersible without cord |
The winner of the West Bend 2 in 1 Electric Griddle is…
“Jeannie B.”
Thanks to all of you who sent in wonderful memories!
Thank you to everyone who submitted their stories about their Dads and pancakes. Click on comments below “Win a Free Griddle” post to read all of the great memories shared. We will be drawing for the Electric Griddle today. Watch your e-mail!
Sturdiwheat Pancakes – even better on a Free Griddle!
Father’s Day!
We know your dad is special and we would love to hear about it.
Share a story with us about your dad and pancakes and be entered in a drawing to win a West Bend griddle!
Details:
Submit a story to us by June 17 about your dad and pancakes.
Include a photo too!
Approved stories will be posted on the blog. On June 18 we will randomly draw a winner from all entries and ship the prize – a West Bend griddle that was the favorite from our testing of a number of griddles and 3 Bags of our pancake mixes. Must be 18 yrs and older to win.
Strawberry Shortcake!
Sturdiwheat Shortcake Mix, fresh strawberries
and don’t forget the Whipped Cream!!
Sturdiwheat Shortcake mix is the perfect way to whip up an easy and delicious dessert.
Prepare Sturdiwheat Shortcake Mix as directed. Serve warm or cooled. Slice off the top of shortcake – add whipped cream & fresh berries to the bottom half of the shortcake. Replace the top of the shortcake – add more berries and whipped cream if desired. Enjoy this very traditional All-American dessert.
This is what summer is all about!
Sturdiwheat – Saving you time in the kitchen – and making you the expert.