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4.0 out of 5 stars
BEST for sandwiches, March 30, 2004
This review is from: Villaware V2160 UNO ProPress Panini Grill (Kitchen)
I had lusted after this little baby for some time and finally bought it when I found a great deal on it. It makes the most amazing sandwiches, which you can custom-tailor to your tastes. I also used it for a rolled flank steak, stuffed with mushrooms and cut into thick slices. Each slice cooked perfectly at medium heat, although like all steaks, it requires a watchful eye to prevent overcooking. My experience with vegetables was similarly good. Peppers, onions, eggplant slices all cook in minutes with good result. I have not tried chicken breasts, but from reading the other reviews, imagine that the results will be similar. One negative: fish can be a tricky business on this grill. I cooked an ahi steak for only a few minutes and it was overdone. I bought a stovetop grill pan specifically for fish after that (well, I confess I do throw a little bacon on it too from time to time). I am quite satisfied with this panini grill, and love my homemade paninis. I found that a sliced kaiser or hoagie roll works well, as well as thickly sliced Italian or sourdough bread. My favorite sandwich?: thickly sliced bread, olive tapenade, roasted red pepper slices and sliced fontina. Who said heaven isn't right here?
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97 of 103 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
Grate Grill, October 16, 2003
This review is from: Villaware V2160 UNO ProPress Panini Grill (Kitchen)
I've had this panini press for 6 months now, and use it at least twice a week. Works extremely well, as advertised. Easy to clean, and stores well, too. It gets verry hot unlike some countertop grills on the market steam the meat. Crispy well marked dinner and lunch entree's. Non-stick coating still shows no indication of wear. This grill looks snazzy too! Makes super panini; the recipes enclosed, (of which I've used 2) are a great guide to the world of hot pressed sandwiches. Next purchase, is a panini and bruschetta cookbook. Overall, very happy with this purchase
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41 of 41 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Best Countertop Appliance I've EVER Purchased!!!!!!!!!, January 28, 2004
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This review is from: Villaware V2160 UNO ProPress Panini Grill (Kitchen)
I love, love, love, love, love this Panini Grill!!! We just bought it two weeks ago and used it nearly every day last week and probably every other day this week and look forward to using it much, much more. We paid the full price for it through Crate and Barrel (that was a mistake - I know better to check Amazon.com first) and it was well worth the full price, but the price it's offered for here is a great bargain. I agree with another reviewer in that I think this is a much better quality grill than the George Foreman (which I don't own, but have used at my in-laws). It's sturdy, very easy to clean with the included tool, has a grease catch that can be thrown in the dishwasher, and to top it all off it's great looking and has a latch that allows it to be stored standing on end - I keep mine on my counter top for easy access. Again, can't say enough good things about this great grill. Doesn't matter if you're a serious cook, a weekend griller or a microwaver; this appliance is easy to use and with a little imagination you can make the greatest appetizers and meals. This is one small appliance that won't be collecting dust in our home and I bet it won't in yours either. P.S. Two great cookbooks I'd recommend to use with this grill: **Nancy Silverton's Sandwich Book: The Best Sandwiches Ever...** **Panini, Bruschetta, Crostini: Sandwiches Italian Style** They are both available through Amazon at a competitive price.
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