Steamer Avent from Philips

There are a lot of types of equipment that helps housewives and mothers in the kitchen. One is necessary for mixing the products, the other is released to turn them into a puree, the third mechanisms beat the liquid. You can purchase each of these innovations separately and not leave space in the kitchen, or you can safely buy a universal appliance and enjoy cooking.

Steamer "Avent" from Philips SCF-875 - is a universal thing that allows you to use all the advantages of modern technology. It is a combination of all kitchen appliances and helpers - from the mixer to the blender.

Philips has a reputation as a quality brand in the market, and it produces not only kitchen appliances - it also manufactures large-scale equipment and medical devices. However, this does not mean that attention to detail and the use of the latest technologies for home and kitchen manufacturers is alien - on the contrary,the company is trying to highlight the needs of modern man and from such a calculation to produce excellent equipment.

One of these kitchen assistants is "Avent" from Philips SCF875. The model is a series of "Avent", which is characterized by the release of a kitchen set for baby food. The whole line is created from high-quality material, does not cause allergies and processes products as comfortably as possible not only for the smallest, but also for the whole family.

It performs a large number of functions:

• trains - thanks to a special assembly, the products in the container undergo heat treatment with steam, preserving a maximum of vitamins and minerals. The device has a good capacity that allows you to mix a variety of ingredients: meat, vegetables, fruits, grains and other, more solid products. The device can prepare meals for the child at any stage of feeding;
• crushes - based on a special mechanism that works as a blender, grinding the necessary products right in the jar. You can even process meat;
• defrosts - with the help of a special built-in mechanism, it is possible not only to warm cooked dishes in a couple of minutes, but also to thaw cold foods on an accelerated mode;
• warms up, whips - special nozzles that are included in the instrument kit allow you to quickly mix the products inside the tank, and heating is possible due to the mechanism of heat treatment at low power.

Main advantages:

• small size;
• ease of use and care;
• the ability to use additional accessories;
• high power for making mashed potatoes;
• the function of protection against improper use (this means that the device will work only with proper assembly);
• natural materials - there are no bisphenol inclusions in the plastic (they are substances harmful to the body).

Manufacturers of the Avent double boiler were guided by this, equipping it with additional accessories for better use:

• paddle - it is necessary to simplify the main functions - grinding and processing of products in mashed potatoes;
• special containers for storage - 120 ml;
• children's recipe book. It is written by a professional chef to facilitate cooking and to use the functions of a double boiler to the maximum.

Specifications:

• bowl - volume 1 liter. Used to process ingredients with steamed solid vegetables and fruits;
• capacity for grinding products - 7.2 ml;
• power - 400 watts;
• cord - 70 cm

Using the Philips SCF-875 Avent is a pleasure. He can perform the functions of a mixer with a special knife and present, if desired, the assembly “2 in 1”: process the products (as a double boiler), then turn them into puree (as a blender).

Main dishes that can be cooked using the universal steamer:

• mashed potatoes from vegetables such as zucchini, tomatoes, carrots, potatoes, onions, peppers and beets. It is possible to use even a pumpkin in the composition of dishes;
• meat preparations, based on beef, chicken breast, pork and turkey - processing takes place as quickly as possible;
• delicate fish soufflé: cod, trout, as well as red and low-fat varieties;
• fruit jams or light smoothies from apples, strawberries, oranges, peaches or plums. You can easily mix products with each other;
• bean puree puree: peas, chickpeas, masha.

Activating the operation of a blender steamer in one device is very simple: the required amount of water is poured into a special container, and the processed or raw components of the dish are placed in the bowl itself. Pre-products can be cut into cubes, measuring two or three centimeters. After that, you can turn on the device.

As soon as the steam cooking is completed, the device needs to be turned over and the grinder turned on (there is a special button on the panel).As a result, in 30 minutes of total cooking, you can get a uniform mashed potatoes, which you can immediately feed the baby. Parts of the Avent SCF-875 can be washed in a dishwasher or under water.

Working hours:

• recycling solid fruitin - 5 minutes;
• orange and plum pieces the mechanism processes the steam - 10 minutes;
• light, lean fish - 15 minutes;
• solid vegetables (carrot, beet, spinach, celery, cabbage) - 15 minutes;
• potatoes, pulses and broccoli - 20 minutes;
• processing of meat products will also require about 20 minutes.

The device is also equipped with pleasant things that will help to quickly prepare and clean the mechanism.

Store steamed vegetables, mashed potatoes or fish cakes in the refrigerator for several days, and if desired, quickly heat for a few seconds in a double boiler.

In addition, both containers presented in the set can be washed in the dishwasher - this significantly speeds up the care of the double boiler. Steel blades are easily detachable, they can also be washed in the machine.The water tank is located as conveniently as possible - it can be filled in a few seconds.

Taking into account how much the gadgets filled the daily life of a person, manufacturers decided to release a special application where you can choose interesting recipes, find useful life hacks on the use of a double boiler, read tips on caring for the appliance and proper cooking.

The sound system is built in the device - it is not necessary to wait until the steam cooker processes the products. The mechanism will alert you when it is ready to turn off. All that remains is to turn the jug over and in a few minutes you can serve the mashed potatoes on the table.

For proper and long-lasting operation, the Philips Avent double boiler needs to be regularly descaled. Should be considered:

• before cleaning the device, it is necessary to disconnect it from the power supply;
• to quickly clean the device, you can use a solution with citric acid: every ten grams of powder must be dissolved in two hundred milliliters of water;
• for cleaning double boiler using vinegar, mix acid (55 ml) with water (150-300 ml);
• pour a special solution in the water tank, while freeing up the food container;
• activate the device in cooking mode for ten minutes;
• then drain the liquid and rinse the container and tank with plain water;
• in the last stage It is necessary to fill the device with water and turn it on twice for the full cooking cycle.

A device that allows you to prepare and process dishes, and to preserve healthy vitamins, is an excellent helper for housewives, especially for moms who need to always make fresh mashed potatoes for the little ones. Reviews about the double boiler "Avent" from Philips are the most positive. Some have a pleasant shape, others talk about easy and quick use.

In "Avent" from Philips as simple as possible functionality. Many also like the fun method of applying the grinding function: you need to scroll and turn the bowl.

Moms also note the ability to wash parts of a double boiler in a dishwasher, and the device itself is only wiped with a damp cloth - there is a special coating that repels dirt. The only drawback seen with the Avent SCF-875 is a small amount of power — sometimes processing raw foods can take a lot of time.Therefore, many advise to pre-crush hard fruits and vegetables.