Before I was a mom, I didn't pay a lot of attention to the products I used, nor did I give a lot of thought to the effects they may have on my health. It wasn't until I had kids that I really became more aware of, and concerned about things like this. As I've said many times before...I want to give my kids the very best start in life. Whether it's the toys they play with, the cookware I use, or the food we eat...it's important to me that I do what I can to keep my family healthy and safe. I love that Xtrema helps me do that!
For those who are not familiar with Xtrema...here's a little more about them. In 2004, Rich Bergstrom received an e-mail that was the beginning for Xtrema Cookware! Peter Hsu, a ceramics research engineer/scientist and inventor, e-mailed Rich, asking if he would be interested in a new high temperature ceramic material that could go on top of the stove and under the broiler. After three additional years of research, testing and product development....Ceramcor, LLC was established. It is Xtrema's goal to develop the healthiest and most versatile cooking products out there, that are safe for both you and our planet!
When I learned I was going to have the opportunity to review Xtrema's 1.25 Qt Steamer Set, I couldn't have been more happy! Last Spring I had the opportunity to review their 10" Skillet (which now comes in a great 3 pc set!) and I had a feeling I'd love the steamer just as much. I was right!
Features/Benefits:
- 1.25 Qt. saucepan w/cover
- Two 1.25 Qt. red silicone steamers w/one cover
- 100% GREEN, ECO-Friendly, healthy and safe
- High Temperature Ceramic
- Attractive in appearance
- Non-Scratch Surface (and bacteria resistant surface)
- Easy Clean Surface
- Versatile - Oven, Stovetop, Microwave, etc.
- Freezer and Dishwasher Safe
I really like how versatile this set is. I've used the pan on it's own several times with lots of things...baked beans, sauces, etc, and have absolutely loved the fact that if needed, it can go straight from the stove top to the oven! It works wonderfully and like Xtrema's other cookware, it is easy to bring water to a boil at medium heat and once is is fully heated, you can turn the heat setting down some and the extreme heat will help retain the heat and keeps the water boiling. It's very well made and thanks to it's easy to clean surface, I usually just wash it by hand and cleaning is a breeze.
Although I already had a feeling I would love the quality of the pan itself, I wasn't sure what to expect when it came to the two 1.25 Qt. red silicone steamers. Would they be flimsy? The answer is, absolutely not! These silicone steamers are very well-made. I was extremely happy to see how sturdy they actually are. I had concerns that they may bend once food was in them, but they don't. I love them!
I've had the opportunity to test out the steamers and am very impressed with how easy they are to use and how well they steam the food. I simply put the water in the base sauce pan and brought it to a boil to create steam for the silicone steamer above it. I have only used one steamer at a time, but the set can be used this way or with both steamers. They easily stack one on top of the other for easy use.
The steamers also come with a silicone vented lid. Depending on what you're steaming, you can use that or the sauce pan lid.
I have been very impressed with this set. Not only is it are durable, high quality, eco-friendly and cooks my food great, but best of all...it's safe for my family. I am comforted to know that it doesn't leach any chemicals from the cooking surface into the food I'm making.
Having now had the opportunity to review both the Steamer Set and the 10" Skillet, my husband and I agree that it would be great to invest in more Xtrema products at some point. Their 21 piece Ceramic Cookware Set is one I've had my eye on for quite a while!
I would definitely recommend Xtrema to anyone looking for safe, eco-friendly and high quality cookware this holiday season. Whether it's for yourself, or a gift for someone else...it's a product that's sure to last a long time.
Buy It: You can purchase the Xtrema 1.25 Qt. Steamer Set for $99.99.
Win It: Thanks to Xtrema, one very lucky reader is going to win a 1.25 Qt. Steamer Set like the one I received!
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