Cuisinart CRC-400 Rice Cooker 4-Cup

Great Design

Strengths: Design, non-stick bowl.

Weaknesses: None so far

Summary: I bought this rice cooker as a replacement for an old one that broke. When I saw it, I immediately loved the design and the fact that the bowl was non stick. Also the size was a very important issue for a household of 2. I’ve been using it for a while now and I can say that is an excellent appliance. The rice comes up perfect every time. The usage instructions are very clear and it has many good recipes not only for rice, but also for cous cous and to steam vegetables. It takes very little space in the kitchen counter and is very easy to clean.

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Great Rice Cooker

Strengths: Retractable cord, Stainless steel body.

Weaknesses: Plastic handles (although I think it's so you don't burn your hands). Rice water spills out of lid and leaves the top of the rice cooker a mess.

Summary: Great rice cooker, great brand. I don't like that the lid is glass...I'm always scared of dropping it on my tile floor. Overall it's cute and cooks well.... Nice, trendy looking thing that is versatile for steaming veggies as well. I do not like the plastic handles too, but I'm sure it's so you don't burn your hands. The pot is great for washing as it's non stick. I think for the price it's worth it!

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Works Great, Looks Great

Strengths: Simple, quick, great rice. Retractable cord. 3 year warranty.

Weaknesses: Lid could fit tighter.

Summary: Great rice cooker! Good quality construction like the similar Cuisinart stainless steel countertop appliances. I started simple with long grain white rice. 15 minutes later perfect rice. Next I cooked jasmine rice. 15 minutes later perfect rice. Next, a whole grain brown, Wehani, Black Japonica and mahogany rice blend. 30 minutes later perfect rice, instead of 50 minutes on the stovetop. I always let the rice site for 10 minutes before removing. Other reviewers said it prevented rice from sticking to bottom. I was cooking 1 to 2 cups of rice so times for larger amounts might vary. For any rice other than long grain white, I used the water indicated on the rice package, not the amount indicated in the manual. Also, 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil per cup of rice keeps it from bubbling up and spattering out from the steam vent and lid (only for white and jasmine, no problem with whole grains). The lid could fit tighter, but it doesn’t seem to affect cooking. The retractable cord is great since our counter spaces is limited and we store it on a shelf. The steamer is a great added feature. You get perfectly cooked rice, quicker than on the stovetop, without having to watch and stir the pot.

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Cuisinart CRC-400 Rice Cooker 4-cup

Strengths: portable, nice looking, non-sticking surface, easy to clean, great result

Weaknesses: a bit expensive for a rice cooker, no on/off button

Summary: This rice cooker and steamer is excellent. It cooks very quickly but the rice and steamed vegetables come out perfect. It does come with recipes book for more cooking ideas. The slight problem I have is that it does not have on/off button. If you do not unplug the cord, it will either be cooking/warming. The only other thing is the top is a little loose when you are not using the steamer. Overall, I am very satisfied. It is perfect size for cooking in apartment or family of 2.

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I use this rice cooker daily and find it easy to u ...

Strengths: Contemporary stainless steel appearance, very compact, retractable cord.

Weaknesses: When left on warmer for an extended period, rice browns on bottom of pot.

Summary: I use this rice cooker daily and find it easy to use/clean and appears to be well constructed. The rice comes out fluffy and hot. Comes with a handy steamer basket, recipe booklet, spatula and convenient measuring cup. Would recommend to anyone requiring a small, compact rice cooker.

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