Kitchen countertop space has and always will be at a premium. There is never enough space, and deciding what goes topside is a challenge. Consumer research revealed that one of the problems with food processors is the amount of storage space they require.

Only 22% make it to the top counter, while 57% are stored in a kitchen cabinet, where tall products are difficult to store. To tackle this problem, this full-size processor was specifically designed so the lid flips over to nest inside the bowl, with enough space on top for disc storage…

Understanding that today's home cook is looking to save time, energy and money in the kitchen, Samsung Electronics America Inc., a market leader and award-winning innovator in consumer electronics and home appliances, today announced the availability of its first induction range. The Samsung FTQ307 Induction Range is now available in stainless steel at select retailers for just $1,999, and will be widely available later in September.

"Our induction range provides consumers with a new choice for time-saving, energy-efficient cooking at an exceptional value," said James Politeski, vice president home appliance sales and marketing, Samsung Electronics America…

Electrolux new chest freezer range gives consumers increased freedom and storage options thanks to the new Shield Condenser.

According to a European survey, more than 78 percent of all chest freezers are placed in areas such as the garage, the utility room or the cellar where they might be exposed to extreme temperatures. With this in mind, Electrolux has developed the new unique Shield Condenser. The Shield Condenser guarantees that the new chest freezer range maintains a high level of efficiency and reliability in any of these conditions. This is achieved by preventing condensation and rust forming on the walls and dirt from accumulating on the condenser…

From spicy salsa to perfectly sliced potatoes, the Big Mouth® Deluxe food processor from Hamilton Beach® can tackle tough tasks with ease. A redesigned high-performance processing bowl is specially designed to process any size batch, from large to small. The powerful 525-watt motor makes slicing, shredding, chopping, mixing and kneading quick and effortless.

The Big Mouth’s® signature, extra-large feed tube, eliminates precutting of most foods such as potatoes, tomatoes and cheese. Home chefs will appreciate the 14-cup capacity for large processing with fresh results…

With the Hamilton Beach® Premiere Cookware Slow Cooker’s cast-aluminum insert, meats can be browned before slow cooking - enhancing the flavor and appearance of the dish. “The technique of browning meat adds intense flavor and complexity to a dish,” states Betty Byrne, consumer test kitchen manager for Hamilton Beach. “The cast-aluminum cookware keeps the heat stable and uniform allowing the meat to brown and form an even crust. When done, simply place the insert into the base and begin slow cooking…

There’s no longer any need buy expensive bottled water. Electrolux is cooperating with Brita® filters to provide clean water directly from the fridge, to protect your family and the environment.

The average European consumes about 105 liters of bottled water each year, with the highest consumption in Italy, Germany, Spain and France. In Sweden, average consumption per person per year is 25 liters of bottled water, while Italians consume almost 200 liters.

Bottled water represents two major problems: It is inconvenient and expensive for individual consumers and it represents a burden on the environment…

Hamilton Beach has redesigned the popular Stay or Go™ slow cooker based on feedback from consumers. The new slow cookerwas designed to include the most popular and well-liked features from the Hamilton Beach slow cooker line-up. The result? A slow cooker that can travel to the party, cook a fabulous meal and storeaway effortlessly.

The Deluxe Stay or Go™ Slow Cooker features a sealed lid latch with improved easy to use canister-style clips and a gasket for spill-resistant travel. It also features full-grip handles that fold flat when not in use for easy storage…

Panasonic is helping home cooks discover the power of microwave cooking with a collection of 15 quick, healthy and gourmet recipes created by the Certified Master Chefs at The Culinary Institute of America (CIA) specifically for Panasonic Inverter microwaves. Step-by-step instructions for the 15 CIA microwave recipes, all of which include nutritional information; plus three instructional cooking videos, are now available in the Panasonic “Virtual Test Kitchen” at www.panasonic.com/inverter…

Grilling meats to the perfect internal temperature is easier than ever with the Hamilton Beach Set & Forget® Grill. The grill is equipped with a meat thermometer to monitor and digitally display the internal temperature of the meat as it cooks.

“The best way to grill meat and poultry is by using a food thermometer,” states Betty Byrne, consumer test kitchen manager for Hamilton Beach Brands. Not only does it ensure the correct food temperature, it also gives you the flexibility to grill meat from rare to well done.”

The spacious 92 square-inch grilling surface can accommodate several cuts of meat, poultry, fish or vegetables…

This versatile oven will become a mainstay in any kitchen. The Set &Forget™ Toaster Oven from Hamilton Beach® is the only toaster oven on the market with a built-in temperature probe. Whether roasting a chicken or baking a pork loin, the probe will cook the meat to thedesired temperature.

“Consumers increasingly use food thermometers to prevent over- or under-cooking foods,” states Betty Byrne, test kitchen manager,Hamilton Beach Brands. “Just program the oven to the desired foodtemperature and insert the probe. Once the internal temperature isreached, the cooking cycle ends…