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		<title>Make Cooking More Fun with a Double Oven</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 01 Feb 2012 20:03:22 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Karen, Kitchen Remodeling Pro</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Double ovens aren’t just for high-end kitchens and celebrity chefs. They can make any kitchen feel more luxurious, even while making the space more functional. If you have always thought that you have no use for a double oven, here are a few of the ways you might find them beneficial and useful.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.directkitchenremodeling.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/Double-Oven-Direct-Buy.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-4287" title="Double Oven" src="http://www.directkitchenremodeling.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/Double-Oven-Direct-Buy.jpg" alt="" width="233" height="352" /></a>Double ovens aren’t just for high-end kitchens and celebrity chefs. They can make any kitchen feel more luxurious, even while making the space more functional. If you have always thought that you have no use for a double oven, here are a few of the ways you might find them beneficial and useful.</p>
<h3>Entrée and Dessert</h3>
<p>Cook the ham for dinner at the same time the pie is cooking for dessert. You can bake a cake for your son’s class party while the lasagna for dinner is cooking. If there has ever been a time when you were waiting for one food item to come out so you could put another one, then you would enjoy having a double oven.</p>
<h3>Perfect Timing</h3>
<p>Some dishes cook faster, while others will take longer. With a <a title="double oven" href="http://www.directkitchenremodeling.com/discount-ovens.aspx" target="_blank">double oven</a>, you don’t have to split the difference on temperature or make other adjustments to the baking requirements of different meals. You can simply cook each meal in the appropriate oven, removing it when ready and serving both items at the perfect time.</p>
<p>Double ovens do not require much extra space than traditional ovens, but they provide you with more flexibility and convenience. Make cooking enjoyable again and take the stress out of the kitchen by investing in a double oven.</p>
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		<title>Possible Locations for Microwave Ovens</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 09 Jan 2012 16:23:59 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Karen, Kitchen Remodeling Pro</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Microwave ovens are more than a modern convenience. You can cook entire meals in them, and many families find that they can’t live without this modern marvel. There are several options for adding a microwave to your kitchen.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.directkitchenremodeling.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Microwave-Ovens-Direct-Buy.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-4136" title="Microwave-Ovens" src="http://www.directkitchenremodeling.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Microwave-Ovens-Direct-Buy.jpg" alt="Microwave Ovens Come in Various Styles" width="348" height="357" /></a>Microwave ovens are more than a modern convenience. You can cook entire meals in them, and many families find that they can’t live without this modern marvel. There are several options for adding a microwave to your <a title="kitchen appliances" href="http://www.directkitchenremodeling.com/appliances.aspx" target="_blank">kitchen appliances</a>.</p>
<h3>Counter</h3>
<p>The most basic choice is to add a microwave to the counter. The microwave will be easy to reach when placed in an open spot. One benefit is that you will be able to choose almost any size microwave.</p>
<h3>Shelf</h3>
<p>A built-in shelf will serve as an impressive home for your microwave. Sleek and stylish, your microwave will blend in with the cabinets. The one downside is that the size of the microwave you choose will be limited.</p>
<h3>Over-the-Stove</h3>
<p>One of the most popular options is to purchase a microwave that will fit over the stove. Fitted with a vent in the lower section, it serves as a range hood and microwave. When redesigning your kitchen, consider raising the cabinets over the stove by a few inches. This will provide you with plenty of open working space on the stove while also keeping the microwave within easy reach.</p>
<p>Microwave ovens are a necessary part of modern kitchens. Easily placed on the counter, you can also place the microwave on a built-in shelf. The most popular choice for style and saving space is to choose an over-the-stove microwave oven.</p>
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		<title>Electric Stoves vs. Gas Stoves: Which Choice Will You Make?</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 30 Dec 2011 08:48:51 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Karen, Kitchen Remodeling Pro</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[With so many different decisions involved in a kitchen build or remodel, the type of stove or range you opt for might be one of the smaller choices at the end of the process. However, some people feel strongly about which type of stove is best.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.directkitchenremodeling.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Electric-Range-Stainless-Steel-Direct-Buy1.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-4116" title="Electric Range " src="http://www.directkitchenremodeling.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Electric-Range-Stainless-Steel-Direct-Buy1.jpg" alt="Electric Ranges Come in Various Styles" width="223" height="306" /></a>With so many different decisions involved in a <a title="kitchen build or remodel" href="http://www.directkitchenremodeling.com/" target="_blank">kitchen build or remodel</a>, the type of stove or range you opt for might be one of the smaller choices at the end of the process. However, some people feel strongly about which type of stove is best. There are two major options for a home kitchen. These are electric stoves and gas stoves. Here are some of the pros and cons of each:</p>
<h3>Gas Stoves</h3>
<p>This is preferred by most authentic, high quality chefs. The reason is because you can visibly see the temperature and height of the flame, resulting in a specific cooking time. As an additional bonus, when the power goes out you can still cook on the stove, as the gas still works. Unfortunately, there is a risk of gas leaks if you operate a gas stove in your home.</p>
<h3>Electric Stoves</h3>
<p>This is believed to be the simplest form of cooking, and is generally cheaper than a gas stove of the same quality level. For most home cooks, the power level is more than enough, and the clearly marked heat levels make it simpler to use.</p>
<p>While many professional chefs appreciate the benefits of gas <a title="stoves" href="http://www.directkitchenremodeling.com/discount-stoves.aspx" target="_blank">stoves</a>, the average home chef would be suited to using either type.</p>
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		<title>The Advantages of a Double Oven in Your Kitchen</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 28 Dec 2011 15:58:12 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Karen, Kitchen Remodeling Pro</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Double ovens are a luxurious and impressive addition to your kitchen. They are more than a sophisticated touch, however. There are many benefits to adding a double oven to your kitchen space.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.directkitchenremodeling.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Double-Oven-Direct-Buy.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-4114" title="Double Oven" src="http://www.directkitchenremodeling.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Double-Oven-Direct-Buy.jpg" alt="Double Ovens Come in Various Styles" width="233" height="352" /></a>Double ovens are a luxurious and impressive addition to your kitchen. They are more than a sophisticated touch, however. There are many benefits to adding a double oven to your kitchen space.</p>
<h3>Different Temperatures</h3>
<p>Cookies usually bake at 350 degrees while pizza should be at 425 degrees. With a double oven, you can cook foods that require different temperatures at the same time. Toss the meat in one oven and cook the pie for dessert in the other one.</p>
<h3>Perfect Timing</h3>
<p>You can time your dishes to hit the table at the perfect moment when you don’t have to worry about rotating dishes. When you have multiple <a title="ovens" href="http://www.directkitchenremodeling.com/discount-ovens.aspx" target="_blank">ovens</a>, you can easily prepare two different dishes and serve them both piping hot.</p>
<h3>Cool Features</h3>
<p>Enjoy special features that aren’t available on traditional ovens. Look for a pizza mode that can deliver crisp crust pizzas or a slow-cook feature that turns your oven into an amazing crock pot. You may even be able to get one that features a convection oven feature.</p>
<p>Double ovens are incredibly useful as well as luxurious. Cook different foods that require specific temperatures and meals that are served hot and fresh. You can also take advantage of great features that will help you make great pizzas or delicious pork.</p>
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		<title>Cook Like a Chef With a Gas Stove</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 26 Dec 2011 19:01:15 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Karen, Kitchen Remodeling Pro</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Cooking in a newly remodeled kitchen is an exciting experience, especially if it is equipped with new appliances. A brand new stove is a wonderful tool, especially when it uses gas.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.directkitchenremodeling.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Gas-Stove_DB.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-4102" title="Gas Stove" src="http://www.directkitchenremodeling.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Gas-Stove_DB.jpg" alt="Gas Stoves Come in Various Styles" width="311" height="356" /></a>Cooking in a newly <a title="remodeled kitchen" href="http://www.directkitchenremodeling.com/" target="_blank">remodeled kitchen</a> is an exciting experience, especially if it is equipped with new appliances. A brand new stove is a wonderful tool, especially when it uses gas.</p>
<p>Gas stoves are preferred by quality chefs around the world, and more and more home cooks are realizing this and copying the choice and techniques. Here are just a few reasons why a gas stove is a great choice in any kitchen:</p>
<h3>Ability to Control Heat</h3>
<p>With an electric burner, you have to trust that the range is heating up correctly as well as consistently. In some stoves, especially as they age, this becomes more and more of a problem. A gas stove, however, allows the user to adjust the heat and flame constantly. This creates a perfectly cooked dish, whether it is a vegetable stir fry or a dish of pasta.</p>
<h3>Always Cooking</h3>
<p>Professional chefs often rely on gas stoves because even if the electricity goes out, they can still continue to cook food on the range and in the oven. Compare that to an electric range, which stops working when the electricity goes out.</p>
<p>Thanks to the obvious advantages of a gas stove, it is the top choice for chefs around the world, and is gaining popularity in residential homes as well.</p>
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		<title>Do You Need a Double Oven?</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 16 Nov 2011 16:57:24 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Karen, Kitchen Remodeling Pro</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[In many of the biggest and most modern show kitchens you will find double ovens. These ovens are more than simply attractive, as they can cook twice as much food in the same amount of time, helping to coordinate the timing of large Thanksgiving meals or speed through baking for a school fundraiser.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.directkitchenremodeling.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/Double-Oven-Direct-Buy.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-3939" title="Double Oven" src="http://www.directkitchenremodeling.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/Double-Oven-Direct-Buy.jpg" alt="Double Ovens Come in Various Styles" width="233" height="352" /></a>In many of the biggest and most modern show kitchens you will find double ovens. These <a title="ovens" href="http://www.directkitchenremodeling.com/discount-ovens.aspx" target="_blank">ovens</a> are more than simply attractive.</p>
<p>They can cook twice as much food in the same amount of time, helping to coordinate the timing of large Thanksgiving meals or speed through baking for a school fundraiser. But are they really necessary in the average home? Here is how to determine if you might benefit from a double oven:</p>
<h3>Do You Cook Often?</h3>
<p>If you rarely cook in the home, then a double oven is likely not a wise investment. It will only be helpful if you already cook frequently, and often find yourself wishing you had more space in the oven.</p>
<h3>Do You Host Large Meals?</h3>
<p>If you&#8217;ve ever hosted a big Thanksgiving or Christmas meal, you understand the struggle of having too little space in the oven for the turkey, side dishes and desserts. You can cook desserts separately from the fish entree, reducing any mixing smells.</p>
<p>No matter how attractive they are, double ovens make the most sense for homeowners who really utilize their kitchens for cooking large meals.</p>
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		<title>Convection Ovens Are A Hot Addition to Your Kitchen Remodel</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 14 Oct 2011 15:55:45 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Karen, Kitchen Remodeling Pro</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Remodeling your kitchen involves many choices, including appliances. Perhaps most important is the selection of the cooking appliances. Be sure to look at convection ovens, which are combined with standard gas or electric ovens or microwave ovens.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.directkitchenremodeling.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/Wall-Oven_Microwave-Combo_Stainless-Steel_DB.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-3641" title="Wall Oven_Microwave Combo_Stainless Steel_DB" src="http://www.directkitchenremodeling.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/Wall-Oven_Microwave-Combo_Stainless-Steel_DB.jpg" alt="Electric Wall Oven / Microwave Combo - Stainless Steel " width="283" height="364" /></a>Remodeling your kitchen involves many choices, including appliances. Perhaps most important is the selection of the cooking<a title="appliances" href="http://www.directkitchenremodeling.com/appliances.aspx" target="_self"> appliances</a>. Be sure to look at convection ovens, which are combined with standard gas or electric ovens or microwave ovens.</p>
<h3>Convenience And Control</h3>
<p>Convection ovens are perfect for today&#8217;s busy cook. These <a title="ovens" href="http://www.directkitchenremodeling.com/discount-ovens.aspx" target="_blank">ovens</a> constantly circulate hot air to create a consistent temperature on all surfaces of the food. Your food cooks faster, so meals are on the table in record time. Even cooking means you can make multiple pizzas or pans of cookies at once and have everything turn out perfect.</p>
<h3>Not An Extra Appliance</h3>
<p>It&#8217;s easy to find a standard oven that combines convection and standard cooking. You won&#8217;t be buying an extra appliance, so you&#8217;ll save money and space in your kitchen remodel plan. If you&#8217;re only replacing your microwave, don&#8217;t despair. There are microwave ovens with convection-cooking options.</p>
<p>Today&#8217;s kitchen remodel isn&#8217;t complete without a convection oven, which makes it easier and faster to create great meals in less time. The convenience of this type of oven also means your new kitchen will include the latest in cooking technology, a choice that will add value now and for many years.</p>
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		<title>Choosing a New Microwave Oven for Your Remodeled Kitchen</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 05 Oct 2011 14:59:44 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Karen, Kitchen Remodeling Pro</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[For the last 30 years, microwave ovens have been a common fixture in most kitchens. When people remodel their kitchens, they often buy the latest model of microwave oven for their homes.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><strong id="textpreview_title"> </strong><a href="http://www.directkitchenremodeling.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/kitchen-countertop.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-3164" title="Microwave Oven" src="http://www.directkitchenremodeling.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/kitchen-countertop.jpg" alt="Microwaves and Small Appliances make your kitchen complete." width="286" height="298" /></a>For the last 30 years, microwave ovens have been a common fixture in  most kitchens. When people remodel their kitchens, they often buy the  latest model of microwave oven for their homes.</p>
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<h3>Choosing One to Fit the Family</h3>
<p>The newest models feature lightweight designs and compact dimensions  that let these appliances be placed anywhere in the kitchen. However,  despite their smaller sizes, not every microwave oven is made the same.</p>
<p>Some are more capable of serving larger families, while some are better  for single people or smaller families. Family-sized ovens have longer  cook times and more functions than their smaller counterparts.</p>
<h3>Where to Place the Oven</h3>
<p>Some people struggle with the ideal placement for this appliance. It  should be placed wherever it is convenient for the people who live in  the house. If a person likes to warm up a breakfast burrito while  waiting for the coffee to percolate, the oven can be placed near the  coffee pot. If it is used to heat side dishes during dinner preparation,  it can be placed near the stove.</p>
<p>A microwave oven is a convenient and necessary appliance for today&#8217;s  kitchens. Today&#8217;s households consider them to be an essential part of  modern life.</p>
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		<title>Do You Really Need a Double Oven?</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 30 Sep 2011 19:51:14 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Karen, Kitchen Remodeling Pro</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Many homeowners contemplate whether the added expense of double ovens is worth the benefits that being able to cook twice as much holds. Here are some advantages to having a double oven in your kitchen, to help you decide if it is the right choice for you.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong></strong>Browse through any kitchen remodeling or design magazine and nearly every show kitchen will proudly display a double oven. There is no denying their attractive appearance, but are they really necessary?</p>
<p><a href="http://www.directkitchenremodeling.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/10/refrigerators-top.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-1040" title="double ovens" src="http://www.directkitchenremodeling.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/10/refrigerators-top.jpg" alt="Choose a double oven for convenience." width="322" height="215" /></a>Many homeowners contemplate whether the added expense of double ovens is worth the benefits that being able to cook twice as much holds. Here are some advantages to having a double oven in your kitchen, to help you decide if it is the right choice for you:</p>
<h3>Helps Time Your Meals</h3>
<p>Every cook faces the dilemma of cooking one side dish at 300 degrees and another at 450. Either one is undercooked and one is burned, or one needs to be put in the oven far before you are ready to eat. Avoid these problems with two ovens, each of which can be adjusted to a specific temperature.</p>
<h3>Single Out Flavors</h3>
<p>If you want to prepare an entree as well as a dessert, you might be aware of flavor contamination. After all, no one wants to taste the fish cooked a few minutes prior when it&#8217;s time to enjoy pecan pie. With two ovens you won&#8217;t ever have this worry.</p>
<p>With so many advantages, double ovens are becoming more and more popular in many homes.</p>
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		<title>Choose Your Style of Electric Stove Tops</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 29 Sep 2011 14:20:51 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Electric stoves are a necessity in every kitchen not already equipped with a propane model. With so many bells and whistles on today’s stoves, meals all but cook themselves and look great doing it. From a traditional coil burner stove to a sleek glass top model, there are myriad choices when shopping for stoves today.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.directkitchenremodeling.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/stove-with-kettle2.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-3544" title="Electric Stove" src="http://www.directkitchenremodeling.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/stove-with-kettle2.jpg" alt="Electric stoves come in many styles with a wide range of features." width="310" height="200" /></a>Electric <a title="stoves" href="http://www.directkitchenremodeling.com/discount-stoves.aspx" target="_blank">stoves</a> are a necessity in every kitchen not already equipped with a propane model. With so many bells and whistles on today’s stoves, meals all but cook themselves and look great doing it. From a traditional coil burner stove to a sleek glass top model, there are myriad choices when shopping for stoves today.</p>
<h3>Coil Burner Stoves</h3>
<p>The traditional coil burner has been a trademark of electric stoves since the early 1900s, and was one of the major improvements with the invention of an electric stove. Coil burners wrap heat around in a circle, providing an even heating surface. For specialty cooking, such as canning, coil burners are more effective at heating thoroughly.</p>
<h3>Glass Top Stoves</h3>
<p>In addition to looking very classy, glass stop stoves offer a major benefit over coils – ease of cleaning. No more gunk stuck down in the drip tray, and no more surprise burnt offerings the next time you turn on a burner. A simple wipe down after cooking will handle most spills, and special glass top stove cleaners can usually handle the rest.</p>
<p>No matter which stove top you choose, cooking on an electric stove offers an even, consistent heating experience and makes the days of laboring over a hot stove a thing of the past.</p>
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