I would like to use this to mull spices in a stock pot. Can this item be submerged??
647820
Maybe, but you would lose it's only benefit over a regular tea-ball, that of having a handle that stays dry and cool. You might find that the inside of the handle where it twists would get funky. and you might find it a little small--the ball is only a little more than an inch across.
647821
Hello, I use this item to make large quantities of tea - I submerge everything except the handle. I don't know how heat resistant that part is, but it seems like it would hold up. Hope that helps!
647822
Works perfect for mulling. Actually the only reason I purchased it! You won't be disappointed.
1331349
I am not sure. I suppose you could but I don't think you could get enough water in the bottom. You might end up boiling the ones on the bottom. Does that make sence?
1950908
I doubt it. The opening at the bottom is only about 1/3" in diameter, and the passage to the spout narrows down to about 3/16". Whatever is being pumped must pass through a few narrowing collars and two 90 degree bends without getting clogged. I think it is unlikely to work well. Our local Costco store hot dog counter has a device that serves relish by a screw/crank method that seems to work well. It works like a meat grinder, with an enclosed tank to hold the relish. I am not sure where you would buy such a thing. Maybe this type of device would work well for crushed red peppers.
474739
I may be misunderstanding you but this is not meant to float. You only put a small amout of water (I do about an inch in a small sauce pan) and then you sit this steamer at the very bottom of the pan. You dont want to put too much h20, where, say, if you were steaming veggies, they end up under water and being boiled instead.
2230970
No- but the liner/pot that holds and cooks the rice is removable so it is not necessary to immerse the outside pot in water. You would simply wipe it clean with a damp cloth.
1320519
No, I would not consider submerging this item in water! The case is not a water tight sealed enclosure.
390650
I would say "no" that it is not meant to be immersed in water. I suggest for that, you look for a "pool" type thermometer instead. I hope this helps.
671450
No, it would leak out. Some pepper already leaks out from the smaller grinds
1389466
I never tried. I don't see why you could not. It is true that it's wood but it's pretty thick. There are plenty of wooden stuff that I put in water (my kitchen wooden spoons...). The only thing is: I don't know whether the finish would hold under water. There was no notice with comb saying that you could not.
1632226
That would defeat the entire purpose of the product. The point is to store spices that are generally used together under one lid so you don't have to take time opening and closing individual containers.
341231
No it cannot. The simplest method to clean it is to simply rinse it out and then use a sponge to get rid of the bit of milk that gets too heated and stays on the bottom of the pot. The interior is non stick so it cleans very easily. I would not submerse the pot at all, in fast I think the directions tell you not to as there are lots of electrical components in it.
2050098
If your main objective is to put spices in a mesh to perfume your stocks, this is not the item to do the best job. Altho' many herbs and spices will stay inside the soupsock, it is way too large for that as a primary use; the soup sock stretches to hold a 5 lb chicken! With this think meats, not herbs. Use cheesecloth cut down to minute size for peppercorns.
1539662
Great to know it makes a good stock pot also. Have been researching and comparing stainless steel stock pots to meet my needs. This may do. What might be extra nice is not having to leave the lid slightly open while simmering - with this I hope to keep the lid secure, but steam can escape. Will review it after a few weeks. Thanks so much for the prompt response to my question. It was very helpful.
610084
I would imagine it's safe, it's stainless steel. I can't imsagine anyone putting a stockpot that big in a non-commercial dishwasher.
1288309
The coating is heavier than most, but I suppose you could cut it open and drain the contents. Fishy? Yes.
1322636
I've used it for steaming shellfish, etc. but I would be nervous about ruining the pot. I wish I could answer this.
1225130
Yes, the coil can be submerged in water. Of course the top electronics can not be.