Can you add a cup of water to the heating base, like in a big roaster, to steam bath the cooking pan?
275517
I see no reason why you couldn't. I do it with mine and have no problem and it really help to make it easier to clean.
275518
sure can do it, alot actually tho it seems to cook more from sides than bottom fyi, i use it weekly, so far been holding up fine
275519
Sure you can James...I like mine, it's just right for a single person...The only thing is, is that I wish they came with a small rack but I line mine with tin foil before I put any liquid in it...Also, they heat from the side and not from the bottom...Sara...
684747
Yes i do. Usually i use a non stick pan that has a lid on it. I put this steamer in the pan with a little water and cover it.
684746
you place the steamer in any pot that it will fit inside, put a small amount of water in the pot and then place the lid to the pot on top. If you don't have a lid, try an ovenproof plate
1493403
I am sure that you can. I am not sure what you want to use it for but keep in mind that this does put out a significant amount of steam which may be invisible and will cook your skin on contact. Depending on the amount of water you put in it the time to get to the steam part will vary. I usually fill mine all the way up and it doesn't take too long to get going though. It just isn't as quick as say a clothes steamer. I have had zero problems with mine and it seems to be a good quality item. KEN
627982
you could, but why bother? Just put the couscous in a bowl and add boiling water. Cover with a plate and then fluff with a fork
1726758
No, that is not an option with this machine. I have noticed that if you put hot water in it to begin with the coffee will be even hotter when dispensed.
840177
Thanks for the inquiry. The stone pot can be used on the cooktop or in oven to boil water once it immerse in water.
433662
I use it for coffee, but you could take the "guts" out and heat water if you like.
1805354
You can not.Even you can, I do not think it is smart to do that. This press is so beautiful, I hope it will keep shinning for longer. And I think you know to use any French press, you need to add the grounds before hot water.Last point, this vessel is double-layer, so I think it is dangerous to heat it on the stovetop for any reasons.
1505889
Yes, indeed! Just make sure to pre-heat the pot with hot water for the best hot coffee!
1434783
I've never tried it, but don't see why not. The other Rikons have a steamer plate in the bottom, so I think it would work just fine. I just put a fan style steamer in my pan and it fits just fine.
1805352
No, I would not do that. The double-wall design would not work well for that, and it's not meant to be heated on the stovetop. You boil water in a separate container--a pan or teapot--and then pour the water over the coffee and let it steep. If you need to reheat the coffee, you could put it in a mug and microwave it or heat it in a regular saucepan, but that ruins the taste and I don't recommend it. If you're looking for a stovetop coffee maker, consider a stovetop espresso maker.
1622338
No, but there's a rack that sits up off the inner pan that allows you to put water under what you're cooking. I've baked two hams in it. Very moist.
1315006
Yes you can use in a pot boiling water plus I use to steam vegetables .I hope my answer help you.
1622339
This cooker is not a steamer. But I use it as a double boiler when cooking things like instant potatoes or other items that burn easy. Just place about 1/2 gallon of water in the bottom pan, and the liquid (milk & water) in the top pan then when this mixture reaches about 150 degrees mix in the potatoes blend well add butter, cream, salt, whatever you want. turn the control to warm. then serve.the Mfg doesn't recommend placing water in the bottom pan, but I've been doing so for years with good results. Hope this helps you.
1741919
You could, but the heating element does not heat up the water very hot (in my experience).
787258
There is a drip pan on the bottom, however I suppose you could use it as a water pan.