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REVIEW — WHAT’S NOT TO LIKE ABOUT MICROPLANE?

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You know me! I’m a kitchen gadget addict. I’ll never turn down an opportunity to try new products that are designed to make my life easier in the kitchen. But there are some brands that just get it right. Microplane is one of those companies. I have yet to encounter a product made by Microplane that didn’t make my life easier. And I can’t say that about every company.

(Here comes the disclaimer!) So when I received my complimentary package of products made by Microplane to review, I was excited. Plus, one of my lucky readers will get this bundle for free — just in time for the holidays! Just leave a comment below by this Friday December 16th to enter and I’ll draw a winner.

I already had the zester, which is an old standby in my kitchen for adding some zest to my savory and sweet creations. I like it better than any other zester I’ve ever used. The Cheese Plane is so cool. Adjustable so you can slice cheese in three thicknesses — thin, medium and thick. And with a ribbon blade at the bottom of the slicer, it even grates cheese too. Moving on to the cheese mill! With two different blades, with a simple twist you can easily grate cheese finely or coarsely, whichever you choose. I’ll confess I had a tricky time switching blades at first but once I did it a few times it worked just fine. The professional series Extra Course Grater is always useful to have around when you need a small amount of something shredded. From zucchini, to potatoes, cheese and even apples, this hand held tool will shred small amounts. And finally, instead of pounding your meat, how about rolling something sharp over it? With this clever tool, you can break down the fibers and tenderize your meat.

So, if you’re looking for some clever stocking stuffers for the cooks in your life, consider Microplane for dependable and unique kitchen gadgets. If you like Microplane, visit them on Facebook and let them know: www.facebook.com/Microplane.

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  1. love microplane products. I use them the way you do plus also have grated tomatoes & onions on them when have been in a hurry.

  2. I love the idea of a cheese plane that can do all those things because I always find grating and slicing cheese annoying. These products sound great!

  5. I love cooking, but don’t have any of these gadgets! I always wish I could slice cheese thinner for cheese plates and this slicer seems to be the key. Also I have always wanted a meat tenderizer, but never have gotten one for some unknown reason. I always used my rolling pin, which I am quite aware, is not the correct tool for the job!! I would definitely put all these tools to use if I was the lucky winner!!

  8. What a Great idea and Thanks for sharing your recipe label and cards.Great Job!
    Thanks for a chance to win.
    Merry Christmas!

  9. I would love to win these products and use them for my cooking with friends Christmas dinner at my house this year! I have decorated my dining room with a White Christmas theme…The only place is the house for me that isn’t flavored with children’s holiday cheer!

    Lot’s of love,
    Brittany

    P.S I will send you lots of pictures!!!

  12. Awesome give away! I have to enter this one because not only do I make cheese from my own goat milk, but the 16th is my daughter’s birthday. I also love to cook and have wanted a planer like Mario Batali uses! Thanks for doing this!

  13. Great giveaway! Merry Christmas! I had a party last night and could have used some of these. Thank you!

  14. I’d love to try slicing cheese with it. Sounds easy and would make pretty, even slices. i love gadgets too.

  17. Fabulous giveaway! I do not own any microplane products, but sounds like I need to give these a try. Thanks for a chance to enter.

  18. Love the Microplane zester!! Would love to try some of their other great products. Thank you for the opportunity to win them!

  27. What a nice gift basket! I like it because it’s practical and, like you, I love kitchen gadgets.
    Happy Holidays!

  29. I’m a kitchen tool junkie and I love Micrplane produsts. I’ve converted all of my friends too.

  31. This would be such a great christmas surprise to win. I could really use the cheese plane this holiday

  32. You can always find me in the gadget section of William Sonoma. Never tried this product but if you like it. I am sure they are what every person needs in the kitchen. Happy holidays!

  33. I am a microplane fan. Great company! Great products! A little touch of the right cheese(s) is/are often the perfect complement to many dishes. Love to cook, love great food, hope I win, but if I don’t, a joyous holiday to all of you!

  34. Thanks for entering everyone! We have a winner! Congrats to Leah from South Carolina. There will be plenty more giveaways so make sure you check back and enter again. In fact, there’s still time to enter the giveaway on my blog for the egg beater.The drawing for that one will be tomorrow night. Happy Holidays and thanks so much for reading!