While toasting bread is among the simplest of kitchen tasks, getting consistent results and even browning time after time can be frustratingly elusive. In addition to smart features that help ensure even toasting, the new all metal KitchenAid toaster collection offers innovations that include a toasting countdown bar, button controlled motorized lifts and LCD digital displays.

Available this fall, the collection, featuring unique soft touch grips and durable levers, will include the KitchenAid line and Pro Line with functions, features and style options to suit a range of individual preferences…

There was a time when coffee makers and toasters were humble kitchen necessities and countertop ovens were little more than toasters on steroids. They were fine as housewarming gifts, but unlikely to elicit a “wow!” when opened as a holiday present.

Those days are long gone, thanks in part to KitchenAid, makers of the iconic stand mixer and other high performance small and major appliances. The newest KitchenAid models were designed not only satisfy the most demanding coffee connoisseurs, the most persnickety toast lovers, and the most serious cooks and bakers, but to deliver the kind of heft and eye-catching good looks that have put the stand mixer at the top of so many gift lists…

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…

KitchenAid is revealing a new "mini" mixer with glass bowl at this year's Housewares Show in Chicago, March 10-13. Perfect for both the home cook and the aspiring culinary star, the new Artisan Mini Design Series 3.5 Quart Tilt-Head Stand Mixer with Glass Bowl fits perfectly in smaller kitchens.

"The mini stand mixer exemplifies the KitchenAid commitment to making time in the kitchen as enjoyable as possible through convenience and efficiency," said Nikki Lockett, U.S. Marketing Leader for KitchenAid Small Appliances…

A world of vibrant flavors is as easy as pressing a button with thisversatile rice cooker/steamer from Hamilton Beach. Effortlessly cooka variety of white rice or whole grains to fluffy perfection. Or steamvegetables and meats for quick and healthy one-pot meals.

“This product has a delay/start timer that offers the flexibility of delaying the cooking process up to 15 hours in advance,” statesBetty Bryne, consumer test kitchen manager, Hamilton BeachBrands, Inc. “The consumer can add ingredients in the morning, setthe timer and come home to a fully-cooked meal…

The aroma of a hearty breakfast on the griddle can lure eventhe sleepiest person out of bed and into the kitchen. With 220sq. in. of nonstick cooking surface and a warming tray to keepfood warm, this griddle can feed a crowd whether it’s aweekend tradition or a holiday celebration. Holidays andfamily gatherings seem to be synonymous for cooking largemeals. “When preparing breakfast, it seems there’s neverenough cooking space,” states Betty Byrne, consumer testkitchen manager, Hamilton Beach Brands. “Having a griddlewith a large cooking surface makes it easy to cook extrapancakes and meats and then place a batch in the pull-outwarming tray…

One of the fastest ways to brighten up a kitchen can be with a splash of color against the typical white or stainless-steel background. Electrolux offers a fun yet practical way to do that with its new Go Colour! range of small appliances.

“Colors bring their own energy, affect the way we feel and personalize our homes,” says Pia Ringholm, Color, Material, Graphics Lead Designer for Electrolux.

The limited edition Go Colour! coffee maker, toaster, water kettle, hand mixer, blender and stick mixer come in playful shades of red, purple and yellow. “They are a modern, fun way to express your style and personality,” Ringholm adds…

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…

Delicious portable nutrition is as close as the new HamiltonBeach® Single-Serve Blender. From smoothies and icy drinks to shakes, it’s the easy way to make a nutritional treat. Placeingredients in the jar and press the on/pulse button tomaximize blending. Two 12 oz. blender jars with lidsprovide flexibility of satisfying different tastes and mobilityto drink on the go. The travel lid makes it easy to drinkfrom the jar which fits in most car drink holders.

“With smoothie consumption expected to rise over 60%through 2012, consumers can create their own healthy,budget-friendly drink,” says Betty Bryne, consumer test kitchen manager for Hamilton Beach Brands, Inc…

KitchenAid, the brand known for bringing high performance professional features into the home kitchen, is offering a new collection of freestanding ranges that includes an exclusive dual fuel double oven range with the industry’s largest oven capacity available.* New single and double oven gas and electric ranges will also join the brand’s extensive suite of premium freestanding appliances that offers refrigerators, dishwashers, microwave ovens and hoods…