Cuisinart - WAF-100 - 4-Slice Belgian Waffle Maker/CSN STORES Review

CSN always impresses me by their fastest shipping. I ordered this waffle maker for review on Wednesday and I got my package next day! Unbelievable!!!

My retired waffle maker is round. Cuisinart WAF 100 4 Slice Belgian Waffle Maker is large, square, has 4 deep pockets give you 4 waffles at a time.

I prefer easy recipes in weekdays. But on weekends, I like to surprise my hubby and my son with a little different taste especially for Sunday brunch. I always make waffles with baking powder and even though I love baking and kitchen sometimes I buy frozen waffles..Oh yes, I do.. But today, to celebrate my new waffle maker I prepared real Belgian waffle batter (with yeast instead baking powder) and tested my recipe with the new waffle maker, before Sunday:) Result?

I'm so OK with the result... lighter(because of the yeast),

thicker, bigger- and not dry(because of Cusinart WAF 100 4-Slice Belgian Waffle Maker),
and more crispier(because of the egg whites).

Well, hello weekend!

recipe
For the best result, prepare the batter the night before or at least 3-4 hours before.

W a f f l e d o u g h
(makes 6 waffles)

-ingredients-
3/4 cup milk
3.5 g dry yeast
1/2 tsp sugar

Warm 3/4 cup of milk(lukewarm),
mix in yeast and add 1/2 tsp of sugar and set aside (don't refrigerate)

2 large egg+ 2 egg whites
3/4 a stick of butter
2 cup flour
1/2 cup sugar
1 tsp vanilla
L e t ' s a d d m o r e f l a v o r :))
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp lemon zest
a pinch of salt
Separate egg whites and yolks. Mix whites with a mixer until fluffy, put aside. Mix dry ingredients(flour,sugar and salt) in a deep bowl. Add yolks, yeast mixture,vanilla, cinnamon, lemon zest and butter(melted) and mix by hand or using dough hook. Gently add the beaten egg whites into the the dough
No more mixing:))
T h a t 's i t !
Leave the dough to rest in room temperature until it gets double
(at least) or triple!
Simply pour batter onto the deep pockets on a preheated( hot) and greased waffle maker.


Top with syrup, fruit
(I love blackberry and strawberry mix with whipped cream),
butter, or your favorite toppings and,

e n j o y !

Mmmm...heavenly!!!

Crispy exterior with moist interior(just what my son loves)

Bakes four 4 1/2 inch square waffles; Non-stick coating for easy to clean.

Try not to overfill! The lid might get stuck closed.

If you don't have large storage place in your kitchen, it can be stored on its back edge, lid locked. It has 5 setting browning control( from light to very dark) and audible ready signal.

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I received the product mentioned above for free for review purposes from CSN Stores.
The opinions I have expressed are my own.

Hamilton Beach Indoor Grill 25325 H/ CSN Stores/Review

I chose an indoor grill for review from CSN Stores this time. Hamilton Beach Indoor Grill 25325 H and I'm very happy with my choice:) I'm always impressed by their fast shipping. It arrived earlier than I expected. It's just perfect size for my counter and I'm loving it!

What is so good about Hamilton Beach Indoor Grill 25325 H?

• Offers a clean and healthy way to grill. The grid system lets fats away from foods and the grids are removable& dish washer safe. No mess!

• You can make most meals in 10 min and it has auto shutoff timer.
• Double grill! For a large meal, you have more space. Opens flat for 185 sq. inches of grilling space. 12 hamburgers were ready at once, in 10 min.

Since I'm a summer person, I'm missing pretty much everything about summer. I have a long list. After I had Hamilton Beach Indoor Grill 25325 H, I dropped 'grilled meat and veggies' off the list:)

The food remains hot inside for quite a long time and you easily notice the difference to microwave heat.

I must say that homemade beef hamburgers were a hit ;

• 1lb lean ground beef
• 1 small onion(grated)
  
• 3-4 pinches coriander and paprika
  
• 1 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce
• 1 egg lightly beaten
• 1 clove garlic(minced), salt and pepper to taste.

Mix all the ingredients in a bowl and using your hands, shape into patties. Cook them until no longer pink in center. I served them on whole grain buns with lettuce, onion slices, tomato slices, pickle dill and I had mine with just a little bit hot sauce this time:) What is your favorite condiment btw?

Mushrooms, colorful bell peppers, chicken breast, steaks, fish, shrimps..It seems I'll be using it almost every day.

This grill does a good job with grilled sandwiches too. Tested just 5 minutes ago;)

Grilled steaks and asparagus are coming next for dinner. Will just dust the steaks with a combination of garlic and onion powder, paprika and dried thyme and cook as usual. Hamilton Beach Indoor Grill 25325 does a really nice job of keeping the meat juicy.

For asparagus; Lightly coat the asparagus spears with olive oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste and grill for a few minutes. Easy and fast!

Buttom line;
I've been using this grill the last few days, very easy to use as well as easy to clean up! The non stick, cooks quick and keeps food juicy. It works better on thicker pieces. After I noticed, really enjoyed the thicker cuts. All in all it is a very impressive appliance.

CSN Stores has over 200 online stores where you can find anything you need whether it be small kitchen appliances, modern dining furnuture, fitness equipment, or even a cute cookware!Thanks to CSN Stores for sponsoring this review.

I received the product mentioned above for free for review purposes from CSN Stores.
The opinions I have expressed are my own.