topic Re: Need A New Toaster Oven in Kitchen

Need A New Toaster Oven

luvdoodles — Thu, 13 Feb 2014 15:14:23 GMT

Mine is on it's way out, doesn't toast evenly anymore. I don't need anything fancy, just to make toast and bagels. I rarely use it for anything else. Any suggestions??

Re: Need A New Toaster Oven

house cat — Thu, 13 Feb 2014 15:29:47 GMT

I'd love to get rid of mine. No matter how I try to clean it, it's always an eyesore. If I were you, I'd get a good wide-slot toaster instead. I would do that in a heartbeat, except my husband and son heat up a lot of leftover pizza and the toaster oven is good for that.

Re: Need A New Toaster Oven

hopi — Thu, 13 Feb 2014 15:37:11 GMT

Just got rid of my microwave and do not plan on replacing it, just don't like the unhealthy aspects of it.

I would love to get a toaster oven with a convection oven also . Would be thrilled to get rid of my toaster also.

Hopefully the cooking, gadget experts here will know of some good ones.

Re: Need A New Toaster Oven

Tootie15 — Thu, 13 Feb 2014 15:38:08 GMT

I have a Black and Decker Toaster Oven ... Model #TRO480BS.... and I love it. It has different settings for keep warm, bagel, broil, bake or toast. A separate setting for temperature control if you bake ... and of course settings for lightness/darkness for toast/bagels and a timer.

I use mine mainly for toast and bagels as well. However, it works great to reheat pizza, subs and rolls...I do those on the bake setting.

Easy to maintain and I have never had any problems with it at all... I have had it for about 4 years.

Hope this helps.

Re: Need A New Toaster Oven

Deadeye Daisy — Thu, 13 Feb 2014 16:31:57 GMT

If you have an outlet mall with a B&D store, you can get a toaster/oven for $10. Generally the same one is on sale all the time, BUT you can get an under-cabinet mount for it.

I used to buy them 3 at a time. When it got to looking tacky, I tossed and took out a new one. Wasn't worth the time to clean it.

In December, I used AMEX points to get 4 of the large Breville Smart Ovens, one for me. (In December, you get a 35% point discount from AMEX). Have had for two months, and never looked back.

LOVE, LOVE, LOVE it. It toasts far better than any toaster oven. I can make my bagels and English muffins the way I prefer (toasted on top only. Can hold a 13" pizza for convection baking. My Emile Henry 10½" baking stones are a perfect fit, even with the handles. I could never go back to a regular toaster oven. I like to roast vegetables, and can do a small amount for me without using my large oven.

I use it more than my microwave/convection oven (the microwave/convection is actually much wider, so I only use it for baking when using a half sheet pan or when roasting a larger bird).

Re: Need A New Toaster Oven

ivey — Thu, 13 Feb 2014 16:41:29 GMT

Black and Decker--use it almost daily. Got it at Kohls when they had it on sale and I had a coupon.

Re: Need A New Toaster Oven

LonestarBabs — Thu, 13 Feb 2014 16:55:23 GMT

I have a Welbilt. Have had it for about 12 years without a problem. Before that I had a Black and Decker. I prefer the Welbilt - easy controls, good size, lightweight. It has been the old reliable when I don't want to use the big oven!

Re: Need A New Toaster Oven

Zhills — Thu, 13 Feb 2014 17:31:35 GMT

Have the Breville mini smart oven. Love it! Small footprint, does everything!

Re: Need A New Toaster Oven

radimage — Thu, 13 Feb 2014 17:56:50 GMT

On 2/13/2014 hopi said:
Just got rid of my microwave and do not plan on replacing it, just don't like the unhealthy aspects of it.

Microwaves unhealthy?

I think the KitchenAide convection looks pretty nice.

Re: Need A New Toaster Oven

Moonlady — Thu, 13 Feb 2014 18:35:35 GMT

I love ours. It's simple and small. Along with the microwave, I use it a lot in the summer, too.

Re: Need A New Toaster Oven

luvdoodles — Thu, 13 Feb 2014 19:02:45 GMT

On 2/13/2014 Tootie15 said:
I have a Black and Decker Toaster Oven ... Model #TRO480BS.... and I love it. It has different settings for keep warm, bagel, broil, bake or toast. A separate setting for temperature control if you bake ... and of course settings for lightness/darkness for toast/bagels and a timer.

I use mine mainly for toast and bagels as well. However, it works great to reheat pizza, subs and rolls...I do those on the bake setting.

Easy to maintain and I have never had any problems with it at all... I have had it for about 4 years.

Hope this helps.

That's what I have now, a Black and Decker, but it's at least 10 years old. I would say I got my money's worth. I will have to look into their newer models. I'm sure they have come a long way.

Re: Need A New Toaster Oven

luvdoodles — Thu, 13 Feb 2014 19:04:40 GMT

On 2/13/2014 Zhills said:
Have the Breville mini smart oven. Love it! Small footprint, does everything!

I have heard that name before but just not familiar with it. Guess I just need to get out there and check it out. I know I definitely want a small footprint. Thanks

Re: Need A New Toaster Oven

Topaz Gem — Thu, 13 Feb 2014 20:48:42 GMT

Cuisinart Toaster/Convection Oven is fantastic. I've had mine for over 10 years and it works as well as the day I bought it. Not the cheapest, but you get what you pay for, IMO.

Re: Need A New Toaster Oven

Rarity — Thu, 13 Feb 2014 21:09:52 GMT

I love my Breville. I have the regular size not the mini. It can hold a 9 x 13 pan. When I didn't have a kitchen for 4 years I used that and never had a problem with it.

Re: Need A New Toaster Oven

chickenbutt — Thu, 13 Feb 2014 23:21:05 GMT

I think some folks might be confusing a toaster oven with a convection oven. Make sure that you are looking at what it is that fits your needs. I've never had a toaster oven, but I do have a convection oven and love it. I don't have space issues, though. I chose to avoid the Breville brand because of a number of problems I read about at various sites and in reviews.

If you are just looking for just a toaster oven, I've always heard that Black & Decker is an excellent brand. Well, you already know that since yours lasted 10 years. Hope you find exactly what works for you.

Re: Need A New Toaster Oven

Tigriss — Fri, 14 Feb 2014 02:10:02 GMT

I have the West Bend Two Slice Egg and Toaster oven. It is also available in a four slice/two egg combo. I make Egg McMuffins all the time. I've had it for over 5 years now and use it about everyday to make breakfast on the go. Walmart has the best price I've found anywhere.

Re: Need A New Toaster Oven

luvdoodles — Fri, 14 Feb 2014 02:20:59 GMT

On 2/13/2014 tigriss said:
I have the West Bend Two Slice Egg and Toaster oven. It is also available in a four slice/two egg combo. I make Egg McMuffins all the time. I've had it for over 5 years now and use it about everyday to make breakfast on the go. Walmart has the best price I've found anywhere.

Now that's interesting, I have never seen something like that before. I make egg sandwiches a lot for my husband for breakfast.

Re: Need A New Toaster Oven

Tigriss — Fri, 14 Feb 2014 02:53:08 GMT

Yep and much cheaper than McD's. I use a nice multi grain English muffin, an egg, and cheese. If I want more, I put in a frozen, pre-cooked sausage patty you can get in the freezer section. There is also Canadian bacon and precooked bacon. Super easy. It also boils/steams eggs in a few minutes. It is nice, quick, and lasts!

Re: Need A New Toaster Oven

Night Owl in NJ — Fri, 14 Feb 2014 02:57:02 GMT

On 2/13/2014 Zhills said:
Have the Breville mini smart oven. Love it! Small footprint, does everything!

Just got one too...pricey, but worth every penny! LOVE IT!

Re: Need A New Toaster Oven

GCR18 — Fri, 14 Feb 2014 04:03:00 GMT

Last year I ordered a b&d from Amazon. It was around $24. I shopped by price, then read the reviews. I've always bought b&d, no particular model. I just buy whatever is on sale. Haven't had any issues. Macy's usually has one during their one day sales too.