Gadget critic Lisa McManus recommends the best drainers and strainers.
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I just purchased my item today based on this channel. Thank you for giving us such reliable information. I love this channel!
No chinois? Missed opportunity!
Is there a different review for non-metal fine mesh strainers?
I wonder what uncle roger thinks of this
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Ikea makes a similar one to your favorite pasta colander for peanuts
We always enjoy your videos, Lisa!
That cocktail kingdom Hawthorne strainer is so good and the coil is so tight, you actually don't even need to double strain with it. It's just as good as a fine mesh.
I wish ATK would comment on whether or not a chinois is something that a home chef would benefit from. I see some sites like serious eats have recommended pricy ones like the matfer bourgeat chinois.
What a drain !
What is the brand of the Spider Strainer? I either didn't see it or you didn't say it. I've been looking at buying one but the ones I see are much wider and deeper than I need.
It is funny you share that, I have been in needed those items and I ended up buying all of them. I do have a couple question. one, are they all machine washable? It appears the answer is yes, but just confirming. The second, after I bought the Rosle products via the shared Amazon link I noticed that there is a number of comments about individuals receiving cheaper counterfeit Rosle products from the Amazon link. while I am still waiting to receive my shipment I am wondering is that a major concern via this media? Also not having a strong familiarity with these brands is there any tell-tail's that one should be in tuned to? — Thanks for sharing!!
Magic words: “… never have to replace it.”
No joke this is the video I was waiting for! Thank you
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Don’t strain spaghetti in a colander as it over cooks with the steam produced. Take spaghetti straight from the water to the sauce with silicone tongs which bring some water that help the sauce thicken.
I don't like the base of the colander. I've used similar ones and if placed directly over the drain, the base prevents the liquid from going down the sink and it does flow back in if it's not picked up. My favorite is a vintage from my mom. It has 3 bent wire feet and drains thoroughly. The wire conical spider I like because my Joyce Chen wire mesh one traps food stuff when I'm fishing out the Veges in my bone broth and it's a pain to clean.
ATK,,,LISA Hello, god bless your programme, as on the regular show, what do you get 1 minute !, This way I get you for the show, THANKS🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
Expensive …
Cheers! I love these quick, practical videos!
Uncle Roger nightmare show…. lol
I just got a small stainless steel colander for $3 from Daiso a few days ago. It is large enough for our usage and is easier to clean than a mesh strainer.
I have the one that Lisa is demonstrating.
I loved how she said rösle
Heck yeah
I haven’t watched the video yet. Are they gonna say OXO is the best again?
The collander can be used as a potato ricer. Used it for mashed potatoes last month.
I just got a mesh strainer from the Dollar Tree. Works fine for me, and I for sure do not need anything fancy. I use the lid on my pot to drain the pasta water. Boom, I just saved $75.00.
These are good, but if you’re looking for a space-saver go for a collapsible one. Best investment I’ve made
Clicked the link to get to the fine mesh strainer on Amazon and there's the "fine mesh" strainer and the "fine mesh kitchen strainer." Lisa did not make the distinction in the video only calling it a "fine mesh strainer." The difference between the two is the size (7.9" vs 4.7"). Any one know which size Lisa is talking about. BTW… as of this comment, only one of the 7.9" is left on Amazon.
This video was posted on a Sunday and before noon locally. I can only imagine that Boston shaker had a Screwdriver in it.
Been looking on picks for a trainer and colander, thank you!
I like the way you explain things and your lean on quality .
I bought the colander based on your recommendation about 2 years ago and I still miss my old one that I replaced. I had my old one over 40 years and the only thing wrong was one of the handles was messed up. This new one is much harder to clean and it drains slower. I will keep watching your reviews but they are not always spot on.
I was hoping for a comparison, not just the winners.
Might need to try that colander. Nothing is worse than having the water in the sink rise into the food and wondering “was the sink clean?”