On Wednesday, November 20, 2013 11:00:25 PM UTC-5, Polly Esther wrote:
> We are blessed with grandchildren who are setting up new homes and, of
> course, kitchens. I've been thinking about what kitchen Christmas gift
> would be useful and realized that I frequently reach for a 'steak knife'.
> Not many steaks served here and I don't know if these young ones 'do' steak
> very often either. The question - if I ever get to the point - can any one
> recommend a set of steak knives that they've bought recently and can
> recommend?
>
Also - my favorite for everything cooking big spoon is marked Utica Cut
> Co USA. When it is busy, I feel deprived and use something else. What is
> your best favorite reach-for cooking spoon? Polly

I have a suggestion for a present that you may wish to consider. My favorite
piece of cookware is a Le Creuset shallow baking dish. (I wouldn't trust the
cheaper look alikes.)

http://cookware.lecreuset.com/cookwa...02_80076_10018

I know it's expensive but it roasts chickens and meats so much better than
anything else I've seen and cleans up easily. It is enameled cast iron, and
while the meat is resting, can be deglazed directly on the burners.

I have two, one chicken size and one for larger items. They are also good for
roasting vegetables etc. I bought mine at the Le Creuset store at an outlet
mall for less than the advertised price. I've been using them for over 15
years.

http://www.richardfisher.com