We started by sautéing onions on low for a Scotch broth, with the heating plate helping to release the aroma and taste of the onions. The best thing about soup makers is how hands-free soup making can become. Instead of having to boil vegetables in a pan, then get out the blender or the food processor, it can all be done at once in one small sized kitchen gadget. But the reason it came up trumps is not aesthetic.
In this review, we focus on the key features and functions of Cuisinart’s SSB1U Soup Maker (available in the UK) and their SBC-1000 model (available in the US and in Canada). Meanwhile, in a cuisinart pots and pans set and blender over low heat, warm the olive oil. Add the onion and garlic and cook, using the stir function occasionally, until just tender, 2 to 3 minutes. Increase the heat to medium, add the carrots and cook for 3 to 5 minutes. Add the curry powder, salt and pepper and cook, using the stir function occasionally, until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes.
Rather, it was the most versatile device, with some extra functions that pushed it ahead of others, even if they add to the cost. Firstly, I found it to be the most similar to using an actual pan. This is because it came with a sauté function – everyone knows browning cuisinart griddler elite of onions, which caramelises them, adds a wonderful depth of flavour. Of course, with other devices, you could do this in a pan beforehand, but this saves time. There’s even a stir button which ensures the onions (or whatever you’re frying off) don’t burn.
And I’m not talking simply making soups, smoothies and shakes. However there were some redeeming features. I liked that it had weighing scales built in, music to the ears of those looking to stick to recipes meticulously. The LED timer was helpful to ascertain how long you’ve got left on your soup, which usually took around half an hour to make. Overall, a solid machine that makes good soup, but not quite as impressive as some competitors. One downside, however, is that there are a lot of beeps.
Over the next couple of weeks she made a number of different soups. Whether you’re a fan of bisque or borscht, French onion or oxtail, chowder or cuisinart pots and pans set cock-a-leekie, there’s no denying the soothing feeling of a warm bowl of soup. And now that autumn is in full swing, it’s officially soup season.
Whoever came up with the advertising slogan, “Soup is good food” was spot on. And good for you, too, especially when you make it yourself. Cuisinart is set to introduce (sorry U.S., looks like just U.K. for now) the Cuisinart Soup Maker in September 2009. The name may be uncomplicated and accurately reflect the simple nature of soup, but this blender-meets-heater is all business.