Review of an Easy to Use One Cup Coffee Maker

My Mom finally took the plunge and treated herself to a Keurig Coffee Maker. As most of us know by now, the convenience rests in making one cup of coffee quick and straightforward.

Since Dad passed, and Mom doesn't need (or want) a regular-sized coffee maker, she's been talking about getting a Keurig. Well, she finally took the plunge, and sitting on her counter is this pretty coffee brewing system.

Quite frankly, I wasn't sure if I would like it; the main reason is that I had tried another brand

of one-cup coffee makers several years ago and didn't like it. I found it complicated. However, in regards to this particular make and model, I do like it...and yes, it's easy to use.

It's different than the type of coffee maker that would work for my family, though - I have too many family members, and a one-cup brewing system just wouldn't cut it.

Who Would Benefit From a Keurig:

• Empty Nesters - absolutely ideal for just a couple!
• Widowers - my Mom is in this category, and this set-up couldn't be any better
• Kids in Residence - University students in Dorms! A convenient item to have in their rooms
• The Cottage - Since the number of people varies at the cottage when it's quiet, and you don't have many visitors, this is a terrific alternative coffee maker.
• RV's - If you're on the road, the ease and speed of getting a cup of coffee is ideal.
• Nanny's Room/Grandma's In-House Suite - For those fortunate enough to have either a Nanny or a parent living with them, this machine could easily be placed on a shelf in their bedroom.

So here's the ultimate question: would I invest in a one-cup coffee maker, a Keurig...YES, I sure would! My favorite coffee brand is Maxwell House, and you can get Maxwell House packets for this machine - I had two cups this morning! Most of all, it's the speed and convenience that make it a worthwhile investment.

Available on Amazon - Keurig Coffee Maker

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A Personal Double Oven Review - What's Good and Not So Good About It!

If You're Thinking About Getting a Double Oven Stove - Here's some Feedback

For years, I insisted that once we were in the market for a new stove, we would get a stove with a double oven. We have a large family, and a double oven is necessary to handle the large meals required when everyone gets together for a celebration - especially Christmas!

Double Oven on Amazon

Finally, a new stove was required; finally, we got that Double Oven Stove.

Since then, I have learned a few things about double ovens and decided to share them with those looking for the same type of stove.

What I Like About the Double Oven Stove

1. It's convenient when you have to prepare a large meal. The second oven is handy, especially for warming up pre-made dishes.
2. It looks imposing and modern.
3. Love not having to clean stovetop inserts like we had to with the old stove.
4. We've had it for a few years, and so far, there's been no problem with it
5. We took the extra step of getting a double oven stove with a convection oven - that's handy once in a while
6. It's self-clean (which I really appreciate)
7. Cooks the food nicely
8. Easy to use

What I Don't Like About a Double Oven Stove

1. There are two types of Double Oven Stoves I could have selected - One with the smaller oven on top and the larger oven on the bottom and the other with two ovens the same size (The two different choices are featured on this page) - I went with the former: The smaller oven on the top, although very convenient, it has a few limitations: Because the heating elements are so close to the food, the food can burn, so you have to oversee it. In fact, I do not put cakes and pies in the top oven to bake anymore - The first time in my life that I ever burnt a homemade chocolate cake was by placing the cake in the smaller oven to bake! The element is too close to the cake, so I suspect that was the problem. The stoves with the two ovens the same size likely wouldn't produce this result!
2. I'm not a fan of flat-tops (so I discovered). Yes, they have advantages (they look good, and there are no grills to clean). However, it is too easy for my liking. We keep it clean, but it could be better than when we bought it.
3. Our old stove had an electrical outlet built into it, this newer model oven doesn't
4. Although the convection oven is handy occasionally, it's a waste of money for our family. So, if I had to choose another one, I would select one without a convection oven built-in. We just need to use it more to justify the added cost.

In Summary, would I invest in a Double Oven Range again?

The answer to that is yes. I say yes because it's in an affordable price range for us, and although point number 1 in the 'don't like' column above bothers me, the convenience of having two ovens without doing a significant renovation is worth it.

If I were doing a complete kitchen reno, then no, I wouldn't get this double oven stove; I would have two separate ovens installed, one above the other, and get a stand-alone stovetop installed on the counter.

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