On Thu, 06 Aug 2009 18:20:49 +0200, ChattyCathy
> wrote:

>sf wrote:
>
>> I may have answered too few appliances
>> too... I haven't put my coffee maker back on the counter as a
>> permanent fixture yet - but I keep my phone charger plugged in all the
>> time. Does it count as a permanent appliance? I see you're not
>> counting a microwave... why?
>
>I excluded MWs because most people leave them plugged in permanently (or
>they can't get to the outlet to unplug it without moving the whole MW
>out of the way)... that's why I stipulated 'small' appliances too - ya
>know, like blenders, FPs, mixers, toasters, kettles, etc.
>
>> It takes up counter space.
>>
>Not always.... I've seen a lot of kitchens where MWs have a 'built-in'
>alcove/shelf above the counter. There's one in my kitchen as a matter
>of fact, but unfortunately it was designed for a smaller MW - so we use
>the alcove for other stuff. Anyway, because of this my MW has to take
>up counter space - but I still leave it plugged in permanently.

My food processor is on the counter 24/7, but it's not plugged in. It
even has it's own special socket now - no more extension chords. My
MW is a "half pint", not a monstrosity like yours - but it sits on the
counter and is plugged in 24/7 as is the toaster (AND the tv). My
counters are still relatively clear and I'm hoping to keep it that way
now that I have roll out shelves (so I don't have to dig around to
find stuff anymore).

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I love cooking with wine.
Sometimes I even put it in the food.