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New vs Used Food Equipment: Should You Buy New or Used Commercial Kitchen Equipment?

It’s tempting to consider buying used commercial kitchen equipment instead of new. But is it a sound investment? It’s essential to look beyond the purchase price to understand the pros and cons of buying new vs. used. First, let us be upfront. Winston doesn’t sell used equipment. Although you can find our products on used […]

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Staged New Zealand Lamb Chops Recipe

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Lamb is an under-appreciated protein. Globally, it ranks a distant fourth in meat popularity (behind pork, chicken, and beef). But it’s a lovely, mellow-flavored meat many folks would appreciate if they tried it. And it’s the healthiest red meat, containing high levels of protein and vitamin B12. Lambs and sheep are the same animals. Lambs

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Top 11 Factors to Consider When Shopping for Warming Drawers

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When considering commercial warming drawers, there are several key factors to look for. These can enhance functionality, performance, and efficiency in any foodservice operation. Here are the top 11 factors to consider. Temperature Control Humidity Control User-friendly Controls Heat Systems Multiple Heating Zones Capacity and Size Durability and Construction Ease of Cleaning Safety Features Energy

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Al Pastor in CVap

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Al pastor (from Spanish, “shepherd style“) is a traditional preparation of spit-grilled slices of pork. The dish originates in the Central Mexican region of Puebla and Mexico City. Today it is a common menu item found in taquerías throughout Mexico and the United States. The method of preparing and cooking al pastor is based on

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Cvap: The Best Equipment for Summer Feeding Programs

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Summer is upon us, and for the majority of our nation’s children, that means a break from the grind of school life and a couple of months just to be a kid. No books, no teachers, no homework, just lazy days and fun in the sun (all thoroughly documented on social media of course). For

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Chocolate Pots de Creme in CVap Oven

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Ah, chocolate. It’s one of life’s great pleasures. The variety of ways it can be prepared is impressive. We wanted to show off our CVap oven’s bathless baking capabilities. This recipe is inspired by one published in the New York Times. It’s delectable, with a deep, rich, complex chocolate flavor. By the way, “Pots de

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The Best Methods for Prepping Plant-based Meats

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Ah, prepping plant-based meats. Despite murmurs to the contrary, plant-based meats are expected to continue gaining popularity. Experts say that by 2027 the plant-based meat market is expected to reach 15.7 billion USD globally. With a growing number of operations adding plant-based dishes to their menus, we wanted to test the best way to cook

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Dulce de Leche in CVap®

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Dulce de leche, or caramelized milk, is a popular Latin American confection. When prepared old-school, sugar, and milk are slowly heated for several hours. The resulting substance has a spreadable, sauce-like consistency. Dulce de leche derives its rich flavor and color from non-enzymatic browning. It is typically used to top or fill other sweet foods.

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How to Prepare Perfect CVap® Pastelitos

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Want to whip up a little snack with a Latin flavor? Check out this recipe for pastelitos! What are Pastelitos? As the name implies, pastelitos are small pastries wrapped in a pastry shell (think small empanadas). Variations of pastelitos can be found throughout the Spanish-speaking world. Pastelito Settings We used a CVap RTV7-05UV Retherm Oven.

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New vs Used Food Equipment: Should You Buy New or Used Commercial Kitchen Equipment?

Staged New Zealand Lamb Chops Recipe

Top 11 Factors to Consider When Shopping for Warming Drawers

Al Pastor in CVap

Cvap: The Best Equipment for Summer Feeding Programs

Chocolate Pots de Creme in CVap Oven

The Best Methods for Prepping Plant-based Meats

Dulce de Leche in CVap®

How to Prepare Perfect CVap® Pastelitos

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