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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. -
June 12, 2017
More products for small spaces
New Bluestar 24" Sealed Burner RangeUAKC has the right products for your kitchenThe team at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center can provide you with appliance products built to fit the dimensions of your kitchen. The big box stores can't do that because their offerings must fit everywhere. For example, there are many homes and apartments in the LA area with 24" wide cabinets. This is not true for much of the U.S. Here's a new 24" luxury range from BlueStar that will fit in any kitchen, even here for those folks who need or want a nice range that will fit in a 24" space. Here's the scoop from BlueStar: BlueStar has combined professional level features and a sleek design into its new Sealed Burner Series. Cook like a pro with professional level power and versatility with up to 21,000 BTUs of searing power plus a precise simmer burner.24″ SEALED BURNER SERIES RCS24SBV2 Sealed burner design with up to 21,000 BTUs of power Precise simmer burner Extra-large convection oven with 1850° infrared broiler - fits half size sheet pan 24" depth for compatibility with standard kitchen cabinetry Includes standard island trim backguard Available in stainless steel only Available in Natural or LP gas Handcrafted in Pennsylvania since 1880Professional Grade PerformanceThe Sealed Burner Series burners provide a searing 21,000 BTUs for high heat cooking and searing while the 6,000 BTU burner allows for more controlled simmering and melting. The full motion grates allow you to move pots and pans seamlessly across the -
June 10, 2017
Connected "Smart" Appliances
Looking for "Smart" Appliances?Be "Smart". Choose your smart appliances at UAKCAppliances that are wi-fi connected or otherwise "smart", are popping up in several appliance categories and brands. We've been seeing connected appliances at the major trade shows for many years. These features have for the most part been futuristic, but now they are more than just a curiosity. Many brands are jumping into "smart" appliances with apps, bluetooth and/or wifi capability, interactive touch screens, and more. Here are just a few brands that are already in the game. GE, Whirlpool, Samsung, LG, Dacor, Jenn-Air, and more.Smart appliance features have been integrated into appliance lineups as standard features, and prospective appliance buyers are requesting them. Here are three "smart" capabilities from Jenn-Air that are catching on in appliances. 1. Energy Saving Smart Features with NestNest intelligence takes the powerful Jenn-Air connected appliances to a whole new level of innovation and convenience.Get alerts when oven is left onModify thermostat if oven warms homeFridge compatibility coming soon2. App enabled wi-fi appliancesThe Jenn-Air® app puts complete control of your Connected Wall Oven at your fingertips.Access Jenn-Air® Culinary CenterSynchronize with NestAdjust cooking temperatures and times3. Appliances that communicate with Alexa, etc.@JennAir and @Amazon Alexa have collaborated to bring even more innovation to your kitchen! Voice control capability is now available for all Jenn-Air® Connected Wall Ovens through Jenn-Air’s Skill for Amazon Alexa. When Jenn-Air and Amazon Alexa work together, you bring the power of voice commands to your kitchen.Use Alexa to:Set cooking modes and temperaturesAdjust -
June 07, 2017
Great Recipe From GE
GE Appliance Co. Has GOOD TASTEHave a Great Pork Tenderloin for your family this WeekendWe love a good pork tenderloin, so we were delighted when we came across this really great recipe from GE. It's really easy, and full of flavor. We've also got a bonus recipe coming soon that you're going to love. Full of flavor, this roasted pork tenderloin is simple and versatile. It’s a delicious dinner, perfect for any season or occasion. Plus, any leftovers make great sandwiches the next day! DIJON-THYME ROASTED PORK TENDERLOINIngredients4 cups lukewarm water4 tablespoons kosher salt1 or 2 pork tenderloins, about 2 pounds total2 tablespoons Dijon mustard1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves (from 4 springs of thyme)2 cloves garlic, minced1 teaspoon black pepperZest of one lemonOlive oil Sauce1 teaspoon thyme1/3 cup dry white wine1 tablespoon lemon juice2 teaspoons Dijon mustard1 teaspoon salt½ teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons cold butterMethod:Combine the water and salt in a large container. Whisk until the salt is completely dissolved. Submerge the tenderloin in the brine and cover with plastic wrap or a lid. Refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight.Heat the oven to 400 degrees F and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Remove the tenderloin from the brine and pat dry with paper towels. In a small bowl, make a paste out of the Dijon, lemon zest, garlic, thyme, 2 teaspoons olive oil and pepper. Rub the paste evenly over the pork. Let the tenderloin sit for about 15 minutes.Add remaining olive oil to a large
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