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Microplane Graters & Zesters: Professional Quality Cooking Tools
Ever wonder what it takes to have a great, functional Kitchen? Cooking and baking can be a pleasure with the right tools! I have hand selected my very favorite kitchen-tested tools, utensils and gadgets and share them with you here that you might make a great find for you own kitchen or for a friend or family member.
In addition to fantastic Micorplane Kitchen Tools, you'll find:
RECIPES for-
Lemon Bars
Smokehouse Rub
Vinaigrette Salad Dressing (and 4 vairations)
Spaghetti Squash with Brown Butter and Pamesean
BOOKS to inspire and enhance your cooking and eating (or drinking)
experience! (Just what do you do with Zest?)
Easily make food beautiful, delicious and even nutritious.
Did I mention...?
-Microplane Products are Made in the USA
-40% of proceeds from this Lens go to the Food For Everyone Foundation. (More info below.)
Buy your Microplane Zester, Grater, Grinder or Gift Set or Recipe Books here and a portion of the proceeds will go to this great charity. Helping others was never so easy!
40% of Lens proceeds to "Food For Everyone"
The Food For Everyone Foundation's mission is to teach and assist families everywhere to grow successful and sustainable vegetable gardens, and really enjoy the experience. We are the world-wide exclusive distributor for the Mittleider gardening books.Learn more about this Non-Profit Organization here:
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ZEST Up Your Cooking!
The Phenomenal Microplane Zester
It was a total lark.I was in a gourmet pasta shop in Seattle, WA and saw this jar full of what looked like woodshop tools. Stainless steel with micro-precision grating surface and a nice safety cover for storage. Hmmmm, might be nice for grating some Parmigiana Reggiano over Pizza and Salad. Well, it didn't stop there- it has also been excellent for grating garlic, fresh ginger root and Zesting Lemon, Lime and Orange peel! This was one of the best finds for the kitchen ever!
I never knew how easy it could be - now I add zest to almost every meal. Hey, that's chock full of Citrus BIOFLAVINIODS- an essential nutrient you can't get from the inner flesh of the fruit!
Whether you're looking to decorate a cake, bake cookies, make a salad/pizza/lasagne/quesadillas/or fondue, mix a cocktail, cook international cuisine or to garnish your coffee drink or hot cocoa, the Microplane Grater & Zester are indespensible tools!
There is NO BETTER TOOL for Zesting Citrus or grating fresh Parmigiana or Romano Cheese. It is as essential as a Peppermill- I keep BOTH at the table!
How well does it hold up?
I've had my Zester for 3 years now, and even with frequent use (even with whole nutmeg) it is still as sharp as the day I bought it. Put it through the dishwasher all the time and not a spot of rust on it! The quality is superb.
What Makes Microplane So Special?
A Grate Start
Materials & ConstructionSurgical Grade Stainless Steel Blades
Special processing creates a micro-smooth, razor-sharp edge. (Most graters are stamped- edges are rough and irregular.)
Durable Plastic (Classic Series) or Stainless Steel (Professional Series) Handles
Light Weight
Come With plastic slip-on storage covers
Easy cleaning/ Dishwasher Safe
(Soak immdiately and brush in direction of blades
with a soft bristled brush to remove particles)
Made in the USA
Microplane Demo Video
Demonstration of 3 types of Microplane Graters from the Classic 35000 Series!
What more could you want?
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the BEST item for hard cheese grating and lemon zesting. but what's with all the different sizes?
curated content from YouTube
Recipe: Lemon Bars
Courtesy of Microplane
Crust1/2 pound butter room temperature
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
Filling
6 large eggs at room temperature
3 cups granulated sugar
2 tablespoons grated lemon zest (use Microplane® Fine or Zester/Grater)
1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 cup all-purpose flour
Confectioner's sugar, for dusting
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
Crust:
Cream the butter and sugar until light in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted paddle attachment. Combine the flour and salt and, with the mixer on low, add to the butter until just mixed. Dump the dough onto a well-floured board and gather a ball. Flatten the dough with floured hands and press it into a 9x13x2-inch baking sheet, building up a 1/2-inch edge on all sides. Chill. Bake the crust for 15 to 20 minutes, until very lightly browned. Let cool.
Filling:
For the filling, whisk together the eggs, sugar, lemon zest, lemon juice, and flour. Pour over the crust and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, until the filling is set. Let cool to room temperature. Cut into squares and dust with confectioners' sugar.
Cook's Library: Recipes for Zest, Chocolate and Caesar Salads
What can you do with Zest? How about that Grater?
Zesting with old-fashioned zesters could be a real pain.
Micorplane Zesters make it so easy that I'm zesting all the time! Make your Mexican and Thai cooking sing with fresh Zest of Lime.
Lemon Zest: More Than 175 Recipes with a Twist
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How to Zest a Lemon: Basic Cooking Techniques (and Recipes) from A to Z
Hot off the press! (Nov. 2006)
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Amazon Price: $12.95 (as of 12/05/2009)
Essence of Chocolate: Recipes for Baking and Cooking with Fine Chocolate
Hot off the Press! (Nov. 2006)
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Amazon Price: $35.00 (as of 12/05/2009)
Joie Warner's Caesar Salads: America's Favorite Salad
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Zest It Up! Essential Tool for the Baker, Cook, Barista or Bartender!
Microplane Zesters
Hold the Salt, Fat & Sugar---
Who knew it was SO EASY to add a little
FLAVOR, HEALTH and BEAUTY to your Plate, Bowl or Cup!
Excellent for:
Zesting Citrus (Lemon, Lime & Orange Peel)
Grating Fresh Garlic Cloves
Grating Fresh Ginger Root
Grating Spices (Nutmeg, Cinnamon Sticks)
Grating Hard Cheeses (Parmesean, Romano, etc.)
Details:
Razor-Sharp Stainless Steel Grating Surface
Durable Materials
Easy to Clean
Dishwasher Safe
Made in USA
* Cover included.
* Dimensions: 12" x 1 5/16"
* Weight: 4 oz.
* Materials: Blade made of surgical grade stainless steel.
Plastic handle.
Care & Cleaning:
* Dishwasher safe.
* Rinse grater in wam water immediately after each use.
Remove particles stuck in the blade from the back side
whenever possible. To remove "stuck on food" from the
front, first soak the tool in warm water and then use a
cleaning brush and stroke in the same direction as the
teeth.
* Store with blade covered when not in use.
Microplane Grater/Zester
Classic Black Handle- 300 customers give a 5-star rating!
This is a MUST for any kitchen! I know I can't live without mine --- It makes a great gift too!
Comes with plastic sliding cover for safe storage.
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Amazon Price: $11.95 (as of 12/05/2009)
Microplane 40120 Zester grater Red
Same thing - Just a Snazzy RED Handle to match your kitchen!
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Microplane Stainless Steel Zester
Serious Stuff-
With more surface area for Zesting, this one is made without the handle to balance over a large mixing bowl.
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Amazon Price: $8.95 (as of 12/05/2009)
Microplane Medium Ribbon Two-Way Grater
Make beautiful ribbons of Soft Cheese, Butter, Chocolate, Cabbage and Apples
Blades are sharp in both directions to cut your work-time in half!
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Amazon Price: $11.95 (as of 12/05/2009)
Recipe: Smokehouse Rub
Courtesy of Microplane
Smokehouse RubDelicious on beef or pork ribs, brisket, pork chops, your favorite meats or tofu
2 jalapeno peppers grated with Microplane® Medium Ribbon grater
3 green onions chopped fine
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon fresh ginger grated with Microplane® Fine Grater
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon grated with Microplane® Fine Grater
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg grated with Microplane® Fine Grater
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 garlic cloves grated with Microplane® Fine Grater
4 bay leaves crushed
2 tablespoons oil
Put everything together in bowl and add oil slowly until smooth. Coat the meat and let sit for 30 minutes. Grill until desired wellness.
Microplane Classic 35000 Series
"Grate" Stuff on Amazon
Razor-Sharp Stainless Steel Grating Surface
Durable Dishwasher Safe Materials
Easy to Clean
Plastic Handle
Protective Plastic Slip-On Storage Sleeve
Made in USA
Microplane Fine Grater
Ideal for fine grating of Citrus Zest, Hard Cheese, Nuts, Ginger and Garlic
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Amazon Price: $13.95 (as of 12/05/2009)
Microplane Home Series Medium Ribbon Grater, Black
Perfect for Grating of Soft Cheese, Butter, Chocolate, Cabbage and Apples.
Make the most beautiful curls of chocolate and cheese you've ever seen! Easily add a gourmet touch to any plate!
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Amazon Price: $13.94 (as of 12/05/2009)
Microplane 35001 Home Series Coarse Grater, Black
Best for Grating of Chocolate, Hard Cheese, Coconut, Ginger and Garlic.
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Amazon Price: $13.95 (as of 12/05/2009)
Microplane Home Series Extra Coarse Grater, Black
Essential for Grating of Cheddar & Other Soft Cheeses and Vegetables
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Amazon Price: $14.76 (as of 12/05/2009)
Microplane Slider Attachement for the 35000 Grater Series
This nifty gadget holds those tricky little chunks of cheese, chocolate, nuts or whatever for safe and easy grating. Keeps fingers safe and eliminates waste!
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Amazon Price: $4.99 (as of 12/05/2009)
Microplane Professional Series Graters & Zesters
Each one comes with a slip-on plastic safe storage cover.
Microplane Professional Patented Design Fine Spice Grater
Though the picture shows multiple items, this is a single grater.
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Amazon Price: $15.95 (as of 12/05/2009)
Microplane Professional Medium-Ribbon Two-Way Grater
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Microplane Professional Series Large Shaver
Make beautiful ribbons and curls of chocolate and cheese!
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Amazon Price: $15.95 (as of 12/05/2009)
Microplane Professional Extra Coarse Grater
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Amazon Price: $16.95 (as of 12/05/2009)
Grating small pieces is easy and safe with the Sliding Grater Attachment
Indispensable for grating small chunks of cheese, chocolate, spices or vegetables while saving your fingers!
Microplane Slider Attachement for the 35000 Grater Series
This one is made to fit the 35000 Series (Stainless Steel with Plastic Handle).
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Amazon Price: $4.99 (as of 12/05/2009)
Microplane Professional Series Grater Attachment
Sliding Grater Attachment for all Stainless Steel Professional (38000) Series Graters.
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Recipe: Vinaigrette Salad Dressing (Makes a good marinade too!)
Courtesy of Microplane
Basic Vinaigrette1/4 cup white-wine vinegar
1/4 teaspoon lemon zest
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
pinch sugar
3/4cup extra-virgin olive oil
In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup white-vinegar, 1/4 teaspoon lemon zest, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/8 teaspoon pepper, and a pinch of sugar. Slowly add 3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, whisking until emulsified, or shake ingredients in a jar.
Variations:
Garlic Vinaigrette-
Add 1 teaspoon grated garlic use Microplane® Fine Grater with Grater Attachment
Lemon Parmesan Vinaigrette-
Use lemon juice instead of vinegar and freshly grated parmesan (using Microplane® Fine Grater) to taste.
Walnut Vinaigrette-
2 Tablespoons of walnut oil, 1 Tablespoon toasted walnuts finely grated using Microplane® Medium Ribbon Grater and Grater Attachment.
More Grate Stuff
Grate-n-Shake, Rotary Grater & Box Grater
Durable Dishwasher Safe Materials
Easy to Clean
Made in USA
Microplane Grate and Shake Nutmeg Grinder/Grater, Black
Nothing beats freshly-grated Cinnamon or Nutmeg to top off your Hot Cocoa, Cappuchino, Fancy Coffee drinks and Egg Nog!
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Amazon Price: $9.95 (as of 12/05/2009)
Microplane 39005 Rotary Grater with Coarse and Fine Blades
Each drum finely or coarsely grates parmesan and other hard cheeses, chocolate, and nuts. Fine drum grates nutmeg. Coarse drum grates soft cheese.
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Amazon Price: $16.99 (as of 12/05/2009)
The Pampered Chef Microplane Adjustable Grater 1105
Microplane teams with Pampered Chef for this Adjustable Grater with Sliding Attachment.
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Cold Nights? Hot Drinks!
Some Like It Hot: 50 Drinks to Warm Your Spirits
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Amazon Price: $10.17 (as of 12/05/2009)
Hot Chocolate: 50 Heavenly Cups of Comfort
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Amazon Price: $10.36 (as of 12/05/2009)
Hot Toddies: Mulled Wine, Buttered Rum, Spiced Cider, and Other Soul-Warming Winter Drinks
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Hot Drinks for Cold Nights: Great Hot Chocolates, Tasty Teas & Cozy Coffee Drinks
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Mircroplane Links
- Use Instructions: Grate-n-Shake
- Detailed instructions on how to use the Grate-n-Shake Grater.
- Changing the Blade
- For 37000 Series Flexible Blade Graters. How to change the interchangeable blade.
- Rotary Grater Instructions
- Removing and replacing the crank arm.
Grate Gift Sets from Microplane!
Wedding Shower, Bridal Shower, House Warming...For anyone who loves to cook or bake!
Microplane 36030 Holiday Gift Set includes the #35000 series Fine Blade, Medium Ribbon Blade and the Slider Attachment.
Includes Fine and Medium Ribbon Graters with Grating Attachment
BLACK HANDLES
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Microplane 36060 Black Rotary Gift Set Includes The Rotary Grater With Two Blades, As Well As Our All Time Best Seller, The Grater Zester
Dynamic Duo- The Zester and Rotary Grater together!
BLACK HANDLES
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Microplane 38000 Professional Series Grater Set with Attachment
For the serious chef...why not have the whole set on hand?
Solid Stainless steel- heat resistant.
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Spaghetti Squash with Brown Butter and Parmesan
Courtesy of Microplane
Wonderful as a Side Dish or topped with Marinara or Meat Sauce!Tired of Pasta, Rice and Potatoes?
Try this tasty dish:
1 spaghetti squash, 2 1/2 to 3 lb.
1/4 cup unsalted butter
Pinch of freshly grated nutmeg (Use Microplane® Fine Grater)
1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (Use Microplane® Coarse Grater)
Salt and freshly ground pepper
Place the whole squash in a large pot and add water to cover. Bring to a boil over high heat, reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered until it can be easily pierced with a knife, about 45 minutes. While the squash is cooking, melt the butter and cook it until it turns brown and just begins to smoke in a saucepan over medium-high heat, 3 to 4 minutes. Remove immediately from the heat and stir in the nutmeg. When the squash is done, drain and set aside until cool enough to handle. Cut the squash in half lengthwise and, using a fork, scrape out the seeds and discard. Place the squash halves, cut sides up, on a serving platter and, using the fork, scrape the flesh free of the skin, carefully separating it into the spaghettilike strands that it forms naturally. Leave the strands mounded in the squash halves. If the butter has cooled, place over medium heat until hot. To serve, drizzle the butter evenly over the squash. Sprinkle with the Parmesan cheese and season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve immediately. Serves 6.
Say CHEESE!
The Cheese Lover's Cookbook and Guide: Over 150 Recipes with Instructions on How to Buy, Store, and Serve All Your Favorite Cheeses
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Cheese: A Connoisseur's Guide to the World's Best
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The Stinky Cheese Man and Other Fairly Stupid Tales
Ok, no recipes here. Just a really great retelling of familiar nursery rhymes and fairy tales, each with a new twist. Loads of fun!
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Amazon Price: $11.69 (as of 12/05/2009)
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