I was able to locate a New Ankarsrum Assistent Original Stand Mixer in Chattanooga, TN. Yes, a local retailer had three left in stock. I choose one of the three, the Black Diamond color.
This homemade pizza was my first go at bread making. Made with fresh dough, tomato sauce, cheese, bacon, pepperoni, and other favorite toppings, it's the perfect meal for a relaxing evening in. By the way, Bella enjoyed the smell too! Watch my video: 🍕 Video Link 🍕
The Ankarsrum Assistent Original is not just another stand mixer. The Ankarsrum Assistent Original is made to work hard. Without breaking or giving up. I employ you to put it to the test in your own kitchen.
Some of you may ask, Why did the Cajun choose the Ankarsrum Assistent Original Stand Mixer?
Back in 2021, I started looking for a New Stand Mixer. Let me be careful in saying I am trying not to cast dispersions on any brand of stand mixers. Those of you who know me probably know why I went with the Ankarsrum brand. Shhhhh let me tell it.
The three factors I looked at are the technology behind the mixer, the build quality, and the ease of use. I didn't have the chance to use any mixers. All I had to go off of was the information provided by the sales rep in the stores I visited and the written content I was able to find online including video content on YouTube.
Some of the mixers I looked at were:
NOTE: These are the mixers I choose to deep dive into for my final choice.
Once I had my final eight I looked at the price of each without any added accessories and slashed any mixer over $800.00. Next, I looked at the uniqueness of the technology and robust build quality.
I was now down to three mixers, the Ankarsrum mixer and the two Globe mixers. For the last six to eight months I have been stuck on these three mixers. It was during these few months that I did my due diligence into all three mixers.
Folks let me tell ya, I was stuck on Globe during the COVID years. I spoke with the sales manager for the Northeastern Region of the USA. and after the call was pretty sure I was going to save up for the mixer which was $659.00 back then. You know had I been able to walk into a local retail store and put my hands on a Globe mixer I may have bought one. Just saying. Based on my research sight unseen it's a great mixer.
There was something about the Ankarsrum that kept pulling at my curious inner self. The more I watched YouTube videos, from every creator I could find, the more curious I became. I was dialed in on the rotation mixing bowl and how it worked with the dough roller and the dough knife. This was very different from all the other mixers. I was intrigued, to say the least. Then I noticed the double rotating whisk and beater attachment which equated to double the work in half the time. Now I need to find one on display and take a road trip.
My road trip turned out to be a quick trip up da road to Chattanooga, TN. Yep, Ankarsrum's website pointed me to a local retailer named The Good Kinsmen. Once there I met the owner Sean Lawrenson and the rest became history. The following weekend I was using my New Ankarsrum Assistent Original Stand Mixer. Here is the Link to the unboxing video I created. 📦 Video Link 📦
So far I have mixed cookie dough, fried shrimp batter, and pizza dough, and the Ankarsrum has worked great. All the videos are posted on my Recipe Blog page.
The Control °Freak® induction cooking system is the first of its kind to accurately measure, set and hold any cooking temperature from 77°F / 25ºC - 482°F / 250ºC. Precise temperature setting means you can replicate sublime dishes to exact standards recipe after recipe. Perfect when preparing Bananas Foster.
When you receive your New Breville Control Freak you will receive the below accessories. Your new best friend will quickly become the Temperature Probe. Watch Cajun unbox his New Control Freak. 📦 Video Link 📦
I was looking for a safe way to cook and not worry about the fire and heat that a traditional range would offer as a safety concern. With induction, the heat is contained on the bottom surface of the pot or pan. This is safe for me and Bella's paws should she jump up on the countertop. When I made my Beef Stock Video I had to cook my stock for about 36 hours. Had I had a gas range this would have been a safety risk when I went to sleep but with induction, I went to sleep without a worry in the world. Watch as I use the Probe Control Feature to maintain the temperature throughout the rendering process. 🥘 Video Link 🥘
Through the Glass Temperature Sensor:
One of the most used features of the control freak is the Through the glass sensor. This unique real-time sensing system uses a through-the-glass sensor to directly measure the surface temperature 20 times per second. To our amazement, this feature ensures the quickest recovery to set temperature throughout the cooking process.
The Breville Probe Control™:
The Probe Control™ Feature drives the Control Freak Induction Cooker to reach and hold your desired ingredient temperature. Works great for sauces, sugar work, poaching, Stocks, and more. The integrated probe can also be used in thermometer mode to monitor the core temperature of solid foods like steaks, cutlets, and filets. I found the accuracy level is within one degree. Amazing!
The Breville Probe Control™ Oil:
The Probe Control™ oil Feature automatically adjusts power when deep frying to return to the set temperature without overshooting. This ensures the temperature of the oil is maintained throughout the depth.
Heat Intensity Control:
The heat intensity control (Slow, Medium, and Fast) allows you to adjust the intensity while keeping the temperature moderate and constant. Get rid of the double boiler for tasks like making hollandaise, citrus curd, and tempering chocolate.
Note: When the heat intensity is set to fast the temp will spike upward and beyond the desired temperature to speed up the heat process and you risk burning delicate ingredients.
Create Function:
If you're in the catering business and need to repeat a recipe all day, like Bananas Foster, then the Create Function is for you. The Create Function enables you to save and name frequently used settings so that they can be recalled and used again and again to get consistent results throughout the event. The Control Freak will be in control!
Side Note: The Timer feature has a 72 Hour timer with Repeat, Continue, Keep Warm, and Stop Cooking Functions.
The Control Freak Has a Dual Fan Cooling System:
The Breville Control Freak has a dedicated fan for cooling the induction coil and another fan for cooling the electronics which means you can continuously cook at high heat without the worry of shutting down due to overheating. As I said, The Control Freak is in Control! This is how you cool 1800 watts of pure Control Freak power.
The Breville Control Freak is my go-to cooktop. If you follow my YouTube Channel then you know the Control Freak appears in about 90% of all my cooking videos. I enjoy setting the temp to 204℉ and walking away to play with Bella and not worrying about burning or over-boiling my food. This is where the Through the Glass Sensor does its job.
Booker & Dax Searzall Torch Attachment, Pro Grade, Chef Certified, Handheld Broiler, Perfect for Sous Vide Searing & Melting, for Use in Restaurants or home kitchens.
This torch is designed to have oxidation resistance as it is coated in palladium. Whether it is for starting campfires and wood stoves, soldering piping, lighting firework, or even searing food, the Bernzomatic TS8000 is a High-Intensity Trigger Start Torch with a Searzall Handheld Broiler Attachment. This is the tool to have in your kitchen!
How does it work?
The Searzall is an attachment secured to the top of a torch to create the perfect sear in seconds. Two lightweight high-temperature metal screens convert the torch’s flame into Radiant heat, evenly spreading the flame to provide a professional quality finish to your dish. When searing meat the trick is to be patient enough to wait a few seconds after the initial Blast of heat before starting your
searing process. This will allow your meat to turn the correct color.
In the Box:
1 - SEARZALL
1 - Front Screen
1 - Back screen (SEARZALL has coated the Searzall's back screen in palladium to provide even more temperature and oxidation resistance, but at the end of the day, the wire mesh experiences extremely high temperatures while cooking.)
1 - sleeve adapter (comes inside SEARZALL)
1 - 2mm Allen key
1 - pre-attached thumbscrew
1 - SEARZALL spacing stick to create a 1/8-inch gap.
1 - set of instructions (Note: The screws around the bezel are Passivated 18-8 Stainless Steel Pan Head Phillips Screws M2.5 x 0.45mm Thread, 6mm Long)
Not in the box:
1 - Torch required but not included (see instructions for recommended torches)
Video List:
SEARZALL Handheld Broiler Unboxing Video 📦 Video Link 📦
SEARZALL My First Sear with the Handheld Broiler 🔥 Video Link 🔥
SEARZALL Takedown and Inspection 🔎 Video Link 🔍
Invented by: Dave Arnold (Dave Arnold's Searzall Blowtorch)
Created in New York City
Sold by: Booker and Dax
Made in China
UPC: 8 67072 00000 6
website: www.searzall.com
Prep like a pro with the BUBBA Kitchen Knife Set
This collection features:
1 - Sharpening Steel
1- 8” Chef Knife
1- 8” Serrated Knife
1- 7” Santoku Knife
1- 6.5” Nakiri Knife
1- 6” Utility Knife
1- 3.5” Paring Knife.
You will have all the tools you need to go from hooked to cooked. The perfectly balanced set features expertly crafted G10 handles and premium German Stainless Steel. Paired with an elegant Parawood knife block, this set brings the blades you trust on the water into the kitchen.
The Bubba Proteus™ Ulu Knife brings a unique and versatile blade to the Bubba family that allows you to cut like a pro. From its roots in Native Alaska, the Proteus Ulu Knife allows users to experience a whole new style of cutting. Using a natural rocking motion, the Proteus Ulu Knife’s curved blade makes it easy to cut through fish, vegetables, pizza, or whatever else you may have on your dinner menu. The Proteus Ulu Knife is engineered with our signature Bubba non-slip grip and Commercial Grade 420 Stainless Steel making it durable enough to handle the rough waters while at sea and functional enough to be used by a professional chef while in the kitchen. Our ergonomically-designed handle and perfectly aligned thumb pads allow for unmatched comfort and extreme dexterity. We even included a bottle opener so you can pair your favorite beer with your freshly prepared meal. Take the hard work and chore out of cutting with a new Bubba Proteus Ulu Knife.
Using the Bubba Proteus Ulu Knife:
16:39 Cajun Pizza Cutter " The Bubba Proteus Ulu Knife" cutting the Pizza
This morning, I made my first coffee/espresso using my Café Du Monde Original French Market Coffee and Chicory. I improvised because the Milano Steel is made for a different ground than that for a coffee maker. It worked and the coffee was on the strong side so I added some water and heavy cream.
Stay tuned for the video that should be released next weekend. I will take you through the setup process and the cleaning process. ☕️ Video Link ☕️
Saturday I went to a demo at the Good Kinsmen in Chattanooga, TN. I met the folks from Materia Prima Coffee and learned so much about coffee, and the roasting process, and walked away with a new tool for my kitchen. I purchased The Milano Steel by Grosche International.
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