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Sous Vide Fever
rustypotts
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I've been very interested in in The sous vide cooking. I would love to try it. My questions are:
1) what is the best machine to get? Size?
2) I'm short on space. could I put it in a roll out drawer next to the sink and either hook the drain into the sink drain or pump the water out? I don't even know the process. I just know you have to fill it with water and I assume you drain it after very use..
1) what is the best machine to get? Size?
2) I'm short on space. could I put it in a roll out drawer next to the sink and either hook the drain into the sink drain or pump the water out? I don't even know the process. I just know you have to fill it with water and I assume you drain it after very use..
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how much money you got?It all starts thereKeepin' It Weird in The ATX FBTX
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I have the sous vide supreme demi. It's a self contained unit around $350-$400. NOLA has the rig I would get if I were to buy today which is the poly science unit. It's around $800. There are cheaper setups you can use with a crock pot, rice cooker or stock pot starting around $150.Keepin' It Weird in The ATX FBTX
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As always, the most helpful question!The Cen-Tex Smoker said:how much money you got?It all starts thereThere are self contained units, I think CT has one, the size of a bread box and $800 units you can attach to the side of any pot/container that is big enough. Suggest you read up on the various types and as CT said - How much money you got?Delta B.C. - Whiskey and steak, because no good story ever started with someone having a salad! -
I have the fever too. I asked santa (the wife) for this one here to test the waters a little more. I have done a few steaks in my rice cooker but the temp swings are kinda hard to maintain. There are 2 poly science units and some great videos on their website. Here is the cheaper one. And here is the more expensive one I believe that NOLA has. I lean towards the head style because I am running out of kitchen storage space too many toys. Watch some videos on it they will blow your mind and centex posted a short rib post several months ago that sold me on it. Just get the best you can for your budget and enjoy!
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I think this unit is the best bang for the buck. It'll do everything my more expensive unit will do, doesn't take up counter space (just attach to a cooler, pot, or any container) and it's around $500. The resale value on these are high, so you can always flip it and get most of your money back if you just don't get into it.
Polyscience Sous Vide Professional Creative Series LINK HERE
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U_tarded - you posted a second before I did...yep, good info.
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I chose that model based on Nola's analytical mind. I hate figuring stuff out for myself.
Steve
Caledon, ON
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Thanks Steve, it's definitely analytical, but also a little rotten and insane.
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Or two, if the weather turns bad on Friday.
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Whew. That's a relief.
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That circulator is very cool. Not really a storage problem. I might go for it. It is much more compact than the self contained units and would probably do more volume.
Nola......I don't think there will be fire and brimstone....but you'd better wear your PFD to work!
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I hope it doesn't end - that means I will have stayed up all night finishing this *&^%$#@! program for work for NUTHIN'!
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It's way more flexible too.. You can use a cooler or a pot, or a plastic tub, 5 gallon bucket. If you need a little more space, find a bigger container. That's the true upsell for the circulators in my mind.rustypotts said:That circulator is very cool. Not really a storage problem. I might go for it. It is much more compact than the self contained units and would probably do more volume.
Nola......I don't think there will be fire and brimstone....but you'd better wear your PFD to work!Keepin' It Weird in The ATX FBTX -
And I think some of those reservoir SV thangs don't circulate.
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mine does not but I've never had any issues- even when it was packed.nolaegghead said:And I think some of those reservoir SV thangs don't circulate.Keepin' It Weird in The ATX FBTX -
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This little rig looks pretty cool. It's $359 but only in beta right nowCool ideaKeepin' It Weird in The ATX FBTX
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First time I saw that, I thought, damn, they modeled it after a Japanese personal massager. (not that I know what they look like). It looks like a great design and price. Bring SV to the masses.The Cen-Tex Smoker said:This little rig looks pretty cool. It's $359 but only in beta right nowCool idea
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OK guys, do you think I should return my unopened Sous Vide Supreme Pro? There is no restocking fee and the unit Nola linked is only $50 more. Thoughts?Just a hack that makes some $hitty BBQ....
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yes. The circulator is better (and i have the SVS). For only $50 I wouldn't give it a second thoughtcazzy said:OK guys, do you think I should return my unopened Sous Vide Supreme Pro? There is no restocking fee and the unit Nola linked is only $50 more. Thoughts?Keepin' It Weird in The ATX FBTX -
If they were really smart, they would make it a 2-fer. Great in the kitchen and the bedroom. Brown-Chicken-Brown-Cow! (and all for $359!)nolaegghead said:
First time I saw that, I thought, @#!*% , they modeled it after a Japanese personal massager. (not that I know what they look like). It looks like a great design and price. Bring SV to the masses.The Cen-Tex Smoker said:This little rig looks pretty cool. It's $359 but only in beta right nowCool ideaKeepin' It Weird in The ATX FBTX -
Dang...I like it. It is even smaller. But I don't know if I can wait till March....and.....It is never a good idea to buy the first production unit of anything. But I sure do like it!
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if you read the site, it is a kick starter micro loan deal. They are "trying really hard" to fill orders for the initial investors. It looks cool but they have no experience with any of it. Slick site but I would wait until it's available commerciallyrustypotts said:Dang...I like it. It is even smaller. But I don't know if I can wait till March....and.....It is never a good idea to buy the first production unit of anything. But I sure do like it!Keepin' It Weird in The ATX FBTX -
it seem like everytime I want to say something you beat me to it. Plus I have 15 s.v. bookmarks on my macbook reading list because of you and centex. Now I just need to make one appear and see how long it takes to get asked where it came from.nolaegghead said:U_tarded - you posted a second before I did...yep, good info. -
it seem like everytime I want to say something you beat me too it.You can just get in line for that
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this post title got me thinking....there is only one cure for a fever.......MORE COWBELL!
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