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I bought this mill at a second hand shop.  When I lived in Germany,  I was used to this quality brand and it was one of the 4 main brands I would buy since they were high quality appliances.  The other great brands were:  Siemon (best oven and solid burner stove I've ever used world wide), Krups, Miele (best washing machine I've ever used world wide) and of course Braun.

Braun Coffee Mill

To Use For Fresh Herbs


1.  Rinse the fresh herbs of your choice.  Cilantro is used here.  Let it dry by air, blot with a soft towel or use a salad spinner.

2.  Fill desired amount into the measuring lid.

3.  Place herb in the machine.

  Line up the lid's tab with the base connection.

  To chop, press the top of the black button.  Quickly press and release until you have the desired size.  I used 9 pulses.  Remove any stems you do not want.

  Do not immerse this machine to clean.  Rinse only the top cup area with water, then immediately dry with a paper towel or use a wet rag to wipe it out.





To Use For Nuts


I tried almonds first but they were too dense for this machine.  I also put in to much.

  Use softer and smaller nuts to try in this mill.  Walnuts and peanuts worked well with this appliance.  For the nuts measure to the 2nd line on the lid/cap.  Pulse for 5-7 times or to the size you need for your recipe.

  Tip:  keep whole or chopped nuts in an air tight container or glass jar on the door rack in your freezer.  I like to save my parmesean cheese plastic containers when they are empty and use those to hold my nuts in the freezer.  Or you can use just the dispensing top lid and it will fit glass mason jars.

If you are a coffee drinker, by all means use this coffee mill to grind fresh smelling coffee beans to your favorite blend size.  The smaller the grind the stronger the coffee cup flavor.

What's Coming For Review in February 2017?

Ambiano Portable Induction Cooktop



Come back in February 2017 to see 2 ways to use this appliance.  I bought this at Aldi right before Christmas for a great price!

Keurig Macaroni & Cheese Cup

See basic Keurig usage instructions in my earlier blogs.


1.  Pre- heat filtered water.  Remove lid.  Add cheese packet, stir.

2.  Dispense 4 oz. water (for this brand) or to fill line.

3.  Cover cup with lid or saucer.  Wait 6 minutes then stir again.

4.  Slice 1 pre-cooked sausage and 2-4 tablespoons chopped tiny frozen asparagus tips.  Stir into cup.

5.  Microwave 1 minute, stir.  Microwave 1 more minute.

6.  Top with parmesean cheese, black pepper, or Trocomare Seasoning salt (very lightly sprinkled).

Tip:  leave it plain or use any add ins or toppings you want like:  leftover cooked vegetables, cooked meat, bacon bits and seasonings.

Keurig Cup of Noodles

These are great for anytime day or night.  Once while flying to Asia, a passenger across the isle, durning the middle of the night flight, asked the flight attendant for a cup of noodles somewhat like these ones shown here.  It smelled so good that my son and I also asked for them.

For Brunch this morning I made a Nissin Cup of Noodles (no artificial flavors, no added MSG, from the dollar store).  I added 2 teaspoons oat bran before adding the 10 oz. water and let it sit, covered for 10 minutes.  Stirred then added chopped fresh parsley, cilantro and green onion tops.  This helped to tone down the sodium, giving extra fiber and nutrients.  See my earlier blogs about how to use this machine.




Following is how to use your machine for a simple cup of noodles.

Choose your brand of cup of noodles.

Remove packaging and lid part way or all the way off.

Add 10 oz. hot water for this brand.

Cover the cup and wait for 10 minutes.  Stir.  Add your favorite toppings.

Keurig Machine Update

If you've been wondering about buying a Keurig, I saw a black model on sale at my Local Walmart yesterday for $79.00, not the same model as mine, but looks nice.

H B Breakfast Sandwich Maker Recap

Here's a few more things to try in your machine.  See my earlier November 2016 blog for this appliance for seasoning, how to use, set up and cooking times and tips.  Place these items in the following order:

                           




Kelly's Hot Crab Sandwich


1.  1 bun bottom, fresh or frozen
2.  1/4 cup imitation crab, fully cooked
3.  1 egg, seasonings, stir, set timmer for 2 minutes.
4.  1/4 cup spinach
     1 tablespoon cilantro, scissor snip cut size
     1-2 tablespoons green onion slices, fresh or frozen
5.  1 slice mozzarella cheese
6.  1 bun top, set timer for 1/2 minute.  Unplug machine and remove sandwich.

I love this sandwich with it's bursting flavors.

Kelly's Hot Turkey & Cheese Sandwich


1.  1 bun bottom fresh or frozen
2.  3-6 slices turkey breast
3.  1 egg, seasonings, stir, set timer for 2 minutes.
4.  1 tablespoon parsley, scissor sniped
     1-2 tablespoons green onion, fresh or frozen
     1/4 cup baby swiss chard leaves or other leafy greens
5.  1 slice cheese
6.  1 bun top, set timer for 1/2 minute, unplug machine and remove sandwich.

Tips:  use your favorite items and what ever cooked meat and items you have on hand to make sandwiches with.  Adjust the cooking time for your machine.  I like the duel machine so 2 different sandwiches can be made at one time and it has a built in timer.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year everyone!