Allie Chanthorn Reinmann

1 week ago | lifehacker.com | Allie Chanthorn Reinmann

When I’m testing out an ice cream machine, I look for a few basic things. I want to know how easy the machine is to operate, how fast it works, and how creamy the finished product turns out to be. From there, it’s a matter of price in relation to the quality of the ice cream. With the Cuisinart Pure Indulgence Ice Cream Maker, you get a reliable machine that churns out a maximum of two heaping quarts of ice cream for a reasonable price.

2 weeks ago | lifehacker.com | Allie Chanthorn Reinmann

There are certain limitations that I tolerate with apartment living. One of these that I begrudgingly accept is the lack of an outdoor grill set up. Apparently building owners don’t want flames spitting and embers glowing within 10 feet of their precious buildings—fine. But what if I could smoke meat with real wood pellets and also not set my apartment on fire? Well the Ninja Woodfire Outdoor Grill and Smoker is offering this opportunity.

2 weeks ago | au.lifehacker.com | Allie Chanthorn Reinmann

Welcome to “Cookbook of the Week.” This is a series where I highlight cookbooks that are unique, easy to use, or just special to me. While finding a particular recipe online serves a quick purpose, flipping through a truly excellent cookbook has a magic all its own. I’m nearly positive the first biscuit iteration I ever ate was a Bisquick drop biscuit. While my mom was a well-practiced savory cook, she usually baked from boxes. That was just fine by me and my brothers.

2 weeks ago | lifehacker.com | Allie Chanthorn Reinmann

Just in time for Memorial Day grilling, barbecuing, and smoking, the thoughtful folks over at ThermoWorks have put together a sale that you won’t want to miss. Starting today, you can get my favorite meat thermometer 30% off. It’s the Thermapen One, and I like it so much, I even bought one for my dad. I’ve been using the Thermapen One for about eight months now, and I don’t know how I ever hosted a Friendsgiving without it.

2 weeks ago | au.lifehacker.com | Allie Chanthorn Reinmann

If your kitchen counter is currently housing a Vitamix blender, you know that you can whip up some serious soups, sauces, and nut butters in that thing. In fact, my Vitamix's hot soup function is one of my favorite ways to use it. But it is almost summer, and I am no longer in the mood for soup. Now I crave chilled treats. Can my favorite blender, the Vitamix Ascent X5 go from hot soup to sorbet? Yes, and surprisingly well. Here’s how to make yourself a frozen dessert in this amazing blender.