Cuisinart Cuisinart 8-cup Rice Cooker (CRC-800) Review

It appears I like expensive products. Not really, but I like the ones that are durable and will stand the test of time and produce great food quality.

After buying this rice cooker, I have almost forgotten how to make rice on the stove! I don't just use the cooker for plain white rice... I also create other rices in there (some favorites include: chopped veggie rice, spanish rice...) by just throwing in all the ingredients and pushing the "cook" button. It's a timed machine based on weight and water density that automatically turns the red (cook button) to green (warm buttom) when it's done. You can hear the "click" and should notice it's complete as well.

I use this a few times a week and it cooks rice faster than it would on the stove, it's never burnt, and always consistent. It cooks up to 8 cups too! And you can cook your veggies on the top!

A few pieces of advice:

1. Even if you aren't steaming veggies, keep the insert in during a cook session. This is because (with practice, I've learned) that the clear top will get all grimy and hard to clean if it's just sitting directly on top of the rice holder. If you separate it with the steamer basket which is easier to clean, you are left with no problems... but yes, one extra piece to clean-- but no big deal, right!?

2. The warmer continues to "cook" at a low temperature. So, cook the rice no more than 15 minutes before you plan to use it... or, unplug the machine. The rice will stay warm for awhile anyway with the top on.

This is the single most-purchased item I get for wedding gifts! It's expensive, but totally worth it. And it's really sleek looking on your counter!