![]() But I'm not sure if I would run out and get one. So, the question is "Do I need this?" Well, if you work with chocolate and sauces, then yes it's probably a good thing to get your hands on. Many pots and pan sets contain a double-boiler, but some require you to buy an extra pot to inset into a bigger pot. Much better than finding yourself with burnt chocolate - a disappointment to all since it's not edible in any salvageable way. A double boiler helps to melt chocolate slowly by heating the bottom of the inset pan with hot water. This recipe advises to melt the chocolate in a double boiler. This method requires a little more brawn but is not as expensive as the other options.ΔΆ) Do I really need a double boiler (or insert other random kitchen tool)? Since my mini food processor died and my dog ate the rubber ring for the blender, I chose to kick it old school and used a rolling pin and a zip-lock bag. Thank you for taking me to the ER that day Emily! I'm now quite meticulous about unplugging the blender unless I'm in the immediate act of blending. All in all, it was quite an embarrassing attempt at expressing myself for a Valentine's gift one year. I blame this accident on being an immersion blender novice and on the early time of day - most of you know that 10am or earlier is not my best time of day. Some of you out there are probably bright enough to avoid using your fingers to clean pecans from the blades while the blender is still plugged in. I don't know why I thought this was a good idea when I first tried to use it to chop up pecans - but I ended up in the emergency room needing a few stitches. I highly recommend avoiding the KitchenAid Immersible Blender for crushing things. (Those of you with weak stomachs, please skip this paragraph) ![]() Or you could use this recipe as an excuse to buy the Slap Chop and you can finally stop having a boring life. You could use a food processor, or a blender, or a nut chopper or, here is a combo nut and spice grinder. You'll need crushed Nilla wafers and pecans for these rum balls. This recipe brings up two kitchen questions: I have found that anything that contains alcohol is a hit at a party. These rum balls are easy to make and will be a hit at any party. It's the time of year for parties and sharing of favorite treats. Deck the halls with balls of rum, fa la la la laaa, la la la laaaa.
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