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July 04, 2017
Happy Fourth of July
Independence Day ThoughtsCooking, Washing, and Cooling Appliances in 1776When we think of our Founding Fathers, our thoughts go to the grand portraits of Washington and Jefferson and their mansions in Virginia. Of course, life for most people in the 18th century was as the philosopher Hobbes described, "solitary, poor, nasty, brutish, and short".CookingCooking was still mostly done over a fire, but in the second half of the 18th century Ben Franklin invented a cast iron stove. An improved version of his invention that vented upwards became popular for decades. Nevertheless, cooking was very rudimentary when compared with the appliances we have today.Cleaning Consider the poor housewife or servant. Washing in the last half of the 1700s, was a planned event, even a community event, which took place sporadically near a stream or river where water in large vats was heated to boil the clothes. Lye and ash were the chemicals of choice, soaps didn't come along until the 1800's, along with wash tubs and washboards.CoolingRefrigerators didn't exist. There weren't even ice boxes. So food preservation consisted of various dried foods, as well as cured meats and fish. A common breakfast and supper might be little more than bread and milk. For diinner (a mid-afternoon meal), fresh chicken, pork, and some beef were staples and wild game and fish were also plentiful in the New World. Corn was common at most meals, potatoes less frequently, as well as seasonal vegetables.Well, "We've come a long way baby." It's interesting to think that -
July 02, 2017
Fourth of July Savings
Fourth of July Bargains on the Products You WantSave Money at UAKC Without SacrificingThe Fourth of July Holiday is a great time to buy new appliances. Why? Manufacturers allocate extra promotional funds to attract buyers during traditional holiday sales periods. These offers are typically additive to other ongoing promotions. So, you save with the ongoing promotions, and you save again with the holiday sale promotion.Click on the banner below for a list of current manufacturer rebates at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center: It's possible that some of the short term promotions are not on the rebate list, so we recommend calling or visiting the UAKC showroom nearest you for an update.In addition to having the best prices possible, Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center has a complete selection of popular brands as well as the premium and luxury brands. Equally important, UAKC has experienced and well-trained sales associates who can help you with your purchase. This is a HUGE advantage. You get expert help, best selection, AND the lowest price. Compare this to the nice folks at the Big Box Home Improvement stores. The last time I visited there, a very nice fellow took me to the product aisle for the product I needed. The cheap version was $209. and the next better item was $229. So I asked him, "What's the difference?" He replied....wait for it..."Twenty dollars." I'm not kidding. So I said, "There must be some reason this one costs $20 more." And again, I'm not kidding, he started -
July 02, 2017
Couscous with Grilled Vegetables
Follow-Up to Espresso-Rubbed Pork Chop RecipeGreat Vegetable July 4th Side DishWe recently shared a recipe for Expresso-Rubbed Pork Chops from True Residential. Now, here is their recipe for Grilled Summer Vegetables with Couscous - a great companion to the pork chops. But first, a word from the people who shared these recipes - True Refrigeration:True Mise en PlaceFrench for "put in place", the term means so much more. As True describes it:"To practice mise en place is to gather and arrange necessary ingredients and tools—and not just to gather but to “work clean,” keep the cooking space uncluttered and balanced, a harmony of chef, tools, ingredients, and space."The True 42 is not just a full-size built-in side-by-side refrigerator, it incorporates the True Professional technology and quality that you'd expect to find in a professional kitchen. More than that, it's designed in accordance with mise en place principals. Now, the best residential kitchens can have a refrigerator inspired by the best chefs in the world. To find out more about using True in your home chef's kitchen schedule an appointment with the experts at Universal Appliance and KItchen Center. PEARL COUSCOUS WITH GRILLED SUMMER VEGETABLESSERVING SIZE: 4INGREDIENTS1 package of plain pearl couscous4 Roma tomatoes sliced crosswise1 small eggplant sliced lengthwise½ cup of olive oil1 zucchini sliced lengthwise 1 tablespoon of chopped garlic1 yellow squash sliced lengthwiseSea salt and fresh ground pepper1 red onion sliced crosswise1 tablespoon of chopped fresh rosemaryPREPARATIONCook the couscous according to package instructions. Keep warm.Mix olive oil with garlic -
June 30, 2017
Favorite Summer Recipe
We loved this in 2015 - Worth sharing againGreat Pork Chop Recipe from True-RefrigerationEnjoy your Upcoming July 4th Celebration from UAKCI just love grilling pork chops, but frankly I'm getting tired of using my tried and true grocery store Montreal Grill Seasoning. After a while everything tastes the same. So, I was delighted when I came across this Pork Chop Rub from our friends at True Refrigeration.They seem to be very dialed in with a rub that's going to add some (not too much) heat, as well as the hearty, earthy espresso/coffee flavor from ground coffee beans. We're going to follow this up with a recipe for a nice side dish that will go perfectly with the chops, so check back at this blog in a couple of days. The side dish recipe is also from True Refrigeration.ESPRESSO-RUBBED PORK RIB CHOPMAKES 4 SERVINGSINGREDIENTS1 tablespoon finely ground coffee or espresso 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper2 teaspoons dark brown sugar 1/8 ground coriander2 teaspoons chili powder 1/8 tablespoon turmeric3/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper (4) 12 oz. pork rib chops or 4lbs. pork tenderloin or loin1/2 teaspoon garlic powder Kosher salt1/2 teaspoon onion powderINSTRUCTIONS Combine all spices, except the salt, in a mixing bowl to create a dry rub. Then, rub the pork on all sides. Cover and refrigerate overnight or for at least 4 hours. One hour before grilling, pull the pork from the refrigerator and season well on all sides with salt. Let sit at room temperature for an hour while -
June 28, 2017
Appliance Brands You've Never Heard of from A to Z
UAKC has them all from A to ZChoose Popular Brands, New Brands, Specialty Brands, European BrandsAs one of Southern California's leading appliance retailers, you'd expect UAKC to carry major brands such as GE, Whirlpool, and Electrolux/Frigidaire, LG, and Samsung. You'd also expect us to feature premium name brands such as Dacor, KitchenAid, Miele, Monogram, Thermador, Sub Zero Wolf, and Viking. Of course we carry all these and more. Today, we want to introduce you to some appliance brands that might be entirely new to you. So in their own words, we introduce you to a few more appliance brands that you'll find at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center from A to Z:AvantiAvanti has been in operation for over 30 years. In addition to the standard appliances...like washers, dryers, dishwashers and refrigerators there are also a number of specialized appliances available too. You can choose from a selection of wine coolers, beverage coolers and water dispensers. Fagor AmericaFagor Electrodomesticos, based in Spain is the fifth largest appliance manufacturer in Europe, the leading appliance manufacturer in both Spain and France, and the #1 induction cooktop producer in the European Market.HeartlandPart of AGA Marvel, Heartland specializes in retro-look appliances.ilveAn Italian company, ILVE produces quality appliances that look great in any kitchen environment. Hand made and Italian by design ILVE is a superior range guaranteed to ensure you enjoy every moment spent in your kitchen and the culinary masterpieces it produces.SmegAesthetic design combined with innovative technology results in unique products, which both look great -
June 27, 2017
Choosing the Right Grill
Premium Outdoor Grills at UAKCGet a Grill That LastsHere's our recommendation for buying a new outdoor grill. Get a good quality grill. It will last forever. Or, go to the home improvement chain, and plan to be back there in a few years repeating the process.Go to Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center for your next grill, and you won't need to come back for your next grill in a long, long, time. That's because they sell the industry's best grills. Let's take a look at the UAKC grill lineup:Alfresco Alfresco is a go to brand for a grill that has great quality, a good selection of grills, and a name you can trust. Grills are what they do. There's nothing exotic about their grills. They're just great grills that will not disappoint. Buy an Alfresco grill and it's going to do the job for many years to come:CaliberThe Caliber brand has some special features that are worth knowing about and a unique grill model that will change the way you think about grilling and entertaining.Dacor Dacor is a luxury appliance brand that began right here in California. When Dacor grills were launched a few years ago, I immediately became one of their big fans. Their grill has lights. I used to hate standing out in our grilling area with the tongs in one hand and a flashlight in the other trying to figure out if the steaks were done. Voilà Dacor solves that problem.DCSDCS is another grill that made its -
June 24, 2017
Refrigerators with Ice Makers
New Refrigerators with Ice MakersGreat Selection at Universal Appliance and Kitchen CenterLooking for a new refrigerator? Bet you're going to want a built-in ice maker. An overwhelming percentage of refrigerator buyers select a refrigerator with an automatic ice maker. Most new homes today have a water line plumbed in the wall right behind the refrigerator space so why not?Here are a few things to think about when you decide on ice maker equipped refrigerators: Of course, as mentioned above, do you have a water line to connect your refrigerator so it can produce ice? If not, then you will need to connect to a water line and extend a water supply to the back of your refrigerator. Dispenser or no dispenser. It's very common to have a water and ice dispenser in the door, but there are other options. For example, you may choose a refrigerator which has no water dispenser at all, but is equipped with an ice maker only. In fact, many very expensive built-in refrigerators are non-dispenser models for esthetic reasons yet they typically will have an ice maker in the freezer. One or Two Ice makers. Yes, some refrigerators have two ice makers. Think of an ice maker and dispenser built right into the door, and a second ice maker in the bottom freezer compartment. You will need a replaceable water filter. Typically, these are built-in and last for 6 months or so. Your refrigerator will come equipped with one.Here's an example of a deluxe two -
June 18, 2017
Terrific Commander's Palace Souffle' Recipe from Jenn-Air
Commander's Palace Soufflé RecipePrepared in Jenn-Air OvenCommander’s Palace in New Orleans opened in 1880. It soon became a New Orleans institution and then an American one.In almost a century and a half, the generations of staff at Commander’s have developed, honed, and perfected many recipes. Want the best Bloody Mary in America? Go to Commander’s where you can enjoy that beverage in their gracious restaurant setting.After your meal, surely you must sample the best of their desserts, this magnificent bread pudding. Actually, you don’t have to go to New Orleans. You can make this opulent treat right at home.The preparation requires a double-dip in your oven: first baking a bread pudding, then combining it with meringue for a second quick but definitive round of heat.But what kind of heat? The perfect meringues you see were baked in our Jenn-Air® Steam and Convection Oven. For this dessert, you don’t want the steam feature for the meringue, but you do want that convection heat, driven by a powerful fan system, generating a grand meringue finale. A Parisian pastry chef could do no better. The combination of this recipe and the Jenn-Air® oven, with its powerful flow of uniform heat, is deliciously formidable.The recipe title and the recipe shown below mention a whiskey sauce. This dessert is rich enough that you can skip the sauce which is quite whiskey intense. A trait of New Orleans, I suppose. You can reduce the amount -
June 15, 2017
Maintain Your Refrigerator in the Summer
Summer Can Be Tough on Your RefrigeratorThe kids are home from school. It's hot outside, and they're in and out of the refrigerator all day long. Why? The refrigerator has the same contents now that it did fifteen minutes ago. Then they keep the door open while they stare inside. What are they doing - taking inventory? When they finally close the door, teenagers seem to think they need to be especially forceful in slamming appliance doors shut. What does this mean for your refrigerator? Every time your refrigerator door is opened cold air goes out, and the interior temperature of the refrigerator goes up. Your refrigerator must run longer to reach and maintain the proper temperature. Repeated opening and closing of refrigerator doors, causes wear on the hinges and of course, the latch itself. It all adds up to more energy usage, more wear and tear, and shorter refrigerator life.What can you do?Set a good example yourself.Make rules. Set times that the kids aren't allowed in the kitchen, or at least not allowed in the fridge.Set out some fruit and snacks so they don't need to open the refrigerator.Here are some tips to maintaining your refrigerator in the summer: If your refrigerator has coils that need cleaning, be sure to keep them clean by brushing the dust off the coils. You may need a special brush to reach the coils. If so, visit your local appliance parts company, or order online from the refrigerator manufacturer. Many refrigerators have a -
June 14, 2017
Slider Recipe from GE
From Pork Tenderloin Dinner to Pork Sliders GE's Slider RecipeLast week we offered up GE's terrific recipe for Pork Tenderloin, but what about the leftovers? Often my favorite meals are the awesome and creative leftover solutions. Here's a recipe for sliders using leftover pork tenderloin. Yummy!A tasty way to use up leftovers from our delicious Dijon-Thyme Roasted Pork Tenderloin recipe. Slices of pork and a zesty aioli make for delicious little sandwiches. INGREDIENTS:½ recipe Dijon-Thyme Roasted Pork Tenderloin½ cup mayonnaise¼ cup pan sauce1 teaspoon lemon juice3 cups arugula6 small bunsMETHOD: Slice the leftover pork into ½ inch slices. To make the aioli, combine mayonnaise, pan sauce and lemon juice in a small bowl. Spread aioli on to each half of the bun. Top with 2 slices of pork and a handful of arugula. Sprinkle arugula with more lemon juice and top with the other half of the bun. Of course, THANKS to GE for the delicious recipes. Call or visit the experts at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center for the best selection of GE and other fine appliances and decorative plumbing fixtures. Visit our blog UAKC BLOG regularly for more recipes, appliance solutions and decorative plumbing fixtures for your home.
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