Michael Graves Design® Automatic Drip Coffeemaker - Black (40304) Review

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(More customer reviews)Wow, I have nothing but good things to say about this coffeemaker. It does not drip from the spout when pouring, the resevoir is removable, and the coffee filter basket is easy to get to. If there is anything bad is that the filter basket holder itself is not removable, so it can only be cleaned by wiping it out. This makes really good coffee, and its very fast too. If you use the flavor selector button, this does slow the coffee brewing time somewhat, but who cares? The benefits of this coffeemaker far outweigh any negative ones. I also like the bright blue clock on the machine, the sleek look and the easy clean black color. I love it! The price can't be beat either!!! I wish I could have one in red to match my rooster kitchen!
UPDATE: After buying this coffee maker again in June 2009, I have to say I quite disappointed with it. My first one last two years, and I only bought a new because of the burned up warming plate. However, my second one has a crusty, burned up warm plate already, and I mean as of last Nov. not today. I have started using my old Hamilton Beach coffee maker, but it takes forever to brew. What iss the deal with Michael Graves warming plate always doing this? Does anyone else have this problem with this coffeemaker?

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Hamilton Beach 25285H Meal Maker Express Contact Grill Review

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(More customer reviews)This grill is definitely better (dollar for dollar) than the infamous George Foreman grill. My college roommates and I usually buy about fifty frozen hamburger patties from costco every month. Each frozen patty takes only 15 minutes to cook, making it perfect for a quick inbetween-class meal. You'd be suprise at how much grease is extracted from each meal!
Now, it probably wouldn't be a good idea to use this grill in a small room (ie. dorm) unless you don't mind your place smelling like a busy kitchen for a few hours.
The Extra Large Contact Grill is only large compared to the smaller foreman grills. It really will only hold about two steaks, 3 burgers (2 if they're big), 3 chicken breasts, and about 2 lrg pork chops. If you have a big family, I suggest you go up one model to the even bigger grill.
I really don't like washing cleaning. This grill is improved from the previous model, because the heat panels come off, and are dishwasher safe.
In conclusion: Great grill for smaller families. Awesome grill for college folks in an apt/house. Not so good for dormatories. Easy to clean.

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The Meal Maker Express Contact Grill from Hamilton Beach offers a clean way to grill fast, healthy dinners indoors with little or no cleanup.The Meal Maker Express has removable, dishwasher safe nonstick grids for easy cleanup and, with its high-speed grilling, can make most meals in under 10 minutes.The grid system letsfats drip away fromfoods for healthier cooking and the cooking timer with auto shutoff is convenient and easy to use.The grease tray fits securely in the grill for safe cooking and slides out for dishwasher safe cleaning.The medium size 60-square-inch grilling surface is just right for 1 or 2 people and the Meal Maker Express can also open flat for a full 120-square-inch double grill for twice the cooking area.

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