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Learning to cook – stocking up your freezer

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There is a lot one can do with one’s freezer – like using it as a one stop shop by freezing ready made meals like soups, casseroles, pastry, vanilla pods, purees, meat, peas, shrimps, pine nuts and raspberries. The freezer is particularly useful for stocks and sauces – just take a frozen block of stock out of your freezer and pop it into a sauce. Don’t forget to name and date whatever you have frozen. Read on for more useful freezing tips. (more…)


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Eco-friendly fridges and freezers

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For environmentally conscious consumers, living green means more than simply recycling and re-using. It also means using products and appliances that are eco-friendly such as refrigerators and freezers. These are important ways to reduce one’s energy consumption while doing your bit for the environment. They’re one of the few items in your household that are switched every day of the year. This has a huge impact on the environment. So consider replacing your current appliance with an eco-friendly version. (more…)


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Thinking inside the (freezer) box

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If surveyed about which room in the home is the most important, most of us would probably mention the kitchen. Arguably the hub of almost any home, the kitchen serves many purposes in addition to food preparation and clean up: it serves as a communication centre, a place to entertain guests, a place to keep light household tools, and more. Of course, in any kitchen, freezers and refrigerators are the most vital. While most fridges provide enough room and handy features, freezers often leave much to be desired and aren’t always large enough to meet our needs. (more…)


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Making the decision between chest and upright freezers

Frigidaire MTCF512B (angle)
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The decision that faces many couples when they buy their first home is what kind of freezer to buy. Shops have so many different options, with each promoter vying for your attention. The only one who can make the decision for you is yourself as the decision between a chest or upright freezer depends on what you need. Important things such as the accessibility of the freezer, how much space you have and efficiency must be taken into consideration when a freezer is bought. (more…)


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Make money catering for events

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If you love preparing food for others and you think that you might have a talent for it, you might just be able to turn your pastime into a business. As with most businesses, it’s sensible to start small with this idea and build it up slowly. The great thing about catering for functions is that it’s possible to start off doing it just on weekends, and with minimal investment: you’ll just buy what you need for each event. (more…)


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More space to freeze food

Liebherr GX821
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If you prepare meals in advance or like to buy meat or other foods in bulk, you might find that your freezer simply isn’t big enough to accommodate everything at once. Large families can also need some extra freezing room. If you keep having to cut back on your shopping and cooking or if you’re constantly rearranging the freezer to fit everything in, then it’s time to think about investing in some more space to freeze food. Find out more about the options available before you invest. (more…)


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Freeze meals to stay healthy and lose weight

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Everyone knows that frozen food saves you time, but can it allow you to eat more healthily, and to lose weight, too? If you’re reaching for unhealthy meals and snacks because food that’s good for you takes too long to prepare, then the answer could be ‘yes’. Prepare it at home and use the best ingredients you can find to ensure that your frozen meals are tasty, good for you, and plan ahead to ensure that your meals are as healthy as they possible. (more…)


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Whirlpool ARC903: Basic and Extra Affordable Fridge

Belonging to Whirlpool Corp., a leading manufacturer of major appliances in over 170 countries, Whirlpool ARC903 is a compact refrigerator with 1 shelf. It has a capacity of 4.06 cu. ft and rates A on the energy efficiency scale. With a total capacity of 118 litres, it is 50cm wide and has a reversible door. It has an ice compartment and 3 safety glass shelves for convenient storage. Its net capacity is 118 litres. With dimensions 85cm height and 56cm depth, the energy-efficient fridge also has an ice compartment and safety glass shelves. Available in white colour, the Whirlpool fridge has an Ice Box, which has been thoughtfully designed to provide the user with convenience. It has versatile storage space for all fresh as well as frozen goods. (more…)


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Hotpoint FF4DX Quadrio: Elegant and Imposing Fridge for your Kitchen

A frost-free fridge, Hotpoint FF4DX Quadrio is an energy-efficient fridge with a rating of A on the energy-efficiency scale. It also has a drinks can dispenser and built-in anti-bacterial protection. The fridge has a gross capacity of 14.5 cu ft and of this, the fridge has a net capacity of 10.4 cu ft while the freezer has a net capacity of 3.6 cu ft. Energy efficient, it has a frost-free feature that prevents build-up of moisture. The freezer is located below the fridge and has a French door. The Hotpoint fridge also features an ice cube tray in the freezer, extra deep door storage, bottle rack in door and horizontal bottle shelf. (more…)


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Fisher & Paykel E522BRX: Sophisticated Fridge and Freezer System

A combination of art and science, Fisher & Paykel E522BRX is a sophisticated fridge and freezer system. It has sleek lines and a stylish look. It offers effortless temperature control and allows the user and his family to enjoy fresher, more nutritious meals in all seasons. The essence of the fridge is gentle food care and comes in sizes built to every family’s needs. An elegant appliance, Fisher & Paykel E522BRX has Active Smart system and Humidity Control System. The Active Smart system means that the fridge has two variable speed fans which provide faster cooling and freezing with an even temperature throughout each level. The Active Smart technology adjusts the flow of cold air constantly depending on daily use and climatic conditions and this ensures a safe temperature that helps maintain freshness of all food items stored in the fridge. Also, the fridge has adjustable glass shelves that can accommodate all sized of jars, dishes and bottle. It has full extension runners and humidity control system which ensures that the fridge has just the right amount of humidity. (more…)


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