tiggerlady Posted May 4, 2009 Share Posted May 4, 2009 Just to warn you that its coming up at 9 o'clock as a 'Pick of the Day' ,so any of you that havent already got one and might be thinking of getting one can tune in..just for research purposes,of course.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jackiepoppies Posted May 4, 2009 Share Posted May 4, 2009 GO AWAY Jx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janty Posted May 4, 2009 Share Posted May 4, 2009 We were looking at these ages ago but decided that it didn't cook enough for the whole family so we're safe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abwsco Posted May 4, 2009 Share Posted May 4, 2009 I think it's cheaper elsewhere as well. Also, how can it be low fat cooking. Just seen a bit of the demo and for chilli I'd usually brown the mince and drain off the fat, whereas this was all put in together. Sausages I'd also grill as well so they're not sitting in fat. Am I missing something? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fluffyknickers Posted May 4, 2009 Share Posted May 4, 2009 I got one because you lot all MADE me Still only done chips in it though as still dont know how to do anything else in it! Its much better though than our old deep fat fryer and less smelly - I say GO FOR IT PS this site has cost me a fortune! Michelle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abwsco Posted May 4, 2009 Share Posted May 4, 2009 I forgot to say I saw them in Makro today but didn't notice the price as I was too busy drooling over the cheap Roomba 530 which DH wouldn't let me buy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cinnamon Posted May 5, 2009 Share Posted May 5, 2009 I think it's cheaper elsewhere as well. Also, how can it be low fat cooking. Just seen a bit of the demo and for chilli I'd usually brown the mince and drain off the fat, whereas this was all put in together. Sausages I'd also grill as well so they're not sitting in fat. Am I missing something? Yes, you are missing the chip factor For home made chips you only need a dribble of oil, for sausages I don't think you add any at all,nor for oven chips (which come out beautifully!) Minimal oil needed for everything else too, as the fan thingy sort of sprays it around inside. Its really,really good Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Speckled Hen Posted May 5, 2009 Share Posted May 5, 2009 Will it cook chips really golden brown and crispy and can you leave the skins on? That's how I do mine in the oven with just a spray of oil. I suppose it would be cheaper to run than an oven? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LisaP Posted May 5, 2009 Share Posted May 5, 2009 It does lovely chips and it does enough for us - family of 6 - if you're having them alongside something. Also does a very nice chicken and pineapple meal (from the recipe book) according to carnivorous men in this house, although as a veggie I've never tried it Lisa P Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackrocksrock Posted May 5, 2009 Share Posted May 5, 2009 Will it cook chips really golden brown and crispy and can you leave the skins on?That's how I do mine in the oven with just a spray of oil. I suppose it would be cheaper to run than an oven? This is how I do mine too but I expect it would take me a while to pay off the actifry but not using the oven! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
craftyhunnypie Posted May 5, 2009 Share Posted May 5, 2009 I watched this last night. The lady was doing a chilli in it & a prawn stir fry. We were intrigued, but we want a Bamix before an Actifry! Emma.x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tiggerlady Posted May 5, 2009 Author Share Posted May 5, 2009 I watched it and decided that my life wont end if I dont have one..would rather put the money towards a cube Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abwsco Posted May 5, 2009 Share Posted May 5, 2009 I watched it and decided that my life wont end if I dont have one..would rather put the money towards a cube Same as me - lol although the Roomba is still high on my list as well. I'm also still not convinced that it's a low fat method of cooking, apart from for chips. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Speckled Hen Posted May 5, 2009 Share Posted May 5, 2009 Yes I'll stick with my oven. I have too may gadgets that are never used. BUT the steam generator iron I bought at the Ideal Home Show is wonderful. How did I manage without one? Same as me - lol although the Roomba is still high on my list as well. I'm also still not convinced that it's a low fat method of cooking, apart from for chips. If you choose the right spuds (ie ones that won't break up) you can get away with just a light spray of oil in an oven tray. I leave the skins on and they are yummy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abwsco Posted May 5, 2009 Share Posted May 5, 2009 Yes I'll stick with my oven.I have too may gadgets that are never used. BUT the steam generator iron I bought at the Ideal Home Show is wonderful. How did I manage without one? Same as me - lol although the Roomba is still high on my list as well. I'm also still not convinced that it's a low fat method of cooking, apart from for chips. If you choose the right spuds (ie ones that won't break up) you can get away with just a light spray of oil in an oven tray. I leave the skins on and they are yummy I'll try that for chips, thanks I have a steam generator iron and they even making ironing nice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tiggerlady Posted May 5, 2009 Author Share Posted May 5, 2009 I have steam gererator iron too *waves hand in air*.Wouldnt swap it for the world! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted May 5, 2009 Share Posted May 5, 2009 I have steam gererator iron too *waves hand in air*.Wouldnt swap it for the world! Amen to that...it whistles through the ironing in less time than it takes to tell. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
craftyhunnypie Posted May 5, 2009 Share Posted May 5, 2009 I too have a steam generator, but I've always loved ironing anyway. I love the shooooooooosh of the steam! Emma.x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhapsody Posted May 5, 2009 Share Posted May 5, 2009 but I've always loved ironing anyway. *edges away from the freak* Actually I quite fancy one of these (sorry) which one is best buy? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tiggerlady Posted May 5, 2009 Author Share Posted May 5, 2009 I have a Tefal one..ceramic soleplate,4bar pressure..very pleased with it.Try Ebay,thats where I got mine,couldnt afford one in the shops at the time ,but they have come down considerably in price. Would def replace if it broke..couldnt go back to a normal iron! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
