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The federal government, through the $35.2 million in stimulus program funds, will offer generous rebates to encourage consumers to upgrade their existing, less efficient washer with a new eligible, energy-efficient model, like the new front load Vision series from Bosch.



Awarded the 2009 and recently the 2010 ENERGY STAR Partner of the year, Bosch  Vision laundry not only qualifies for the highest level of utility rebates, but will also mean significant savings to the consumer when they open their monthly utility bills.

                                             Henry Uihlein - Founder U-line Corporation

For decades, U-Line has been the leading innovator of premium built-in, under-counter ice makers, Combo® ice maker/refrigerators, Wine Captain® wine preservation appliances, refrigerators, refrigerated drawers and refrigerator/freezers. As energy efficient appliances begin to gain popularity and slowly become the rule, rather than the exception, U-Line continues to lead the charge with its green solutions.

Their refrigerators are not only Energy Star rated, but two of its models (the Échelon 2175R and the Origins 1175R) have received the very stringent Tier 3 rating - the highest energy efficiency rating available - from the Consortium for Energy Efficiency (CEE). This rating indicates that a product is 30 percent more efficient than the federal standard.

A combo unit that has a Microwave/Convection Oven, a Convection Oven and perhaps a Warming Drawer is one of the most popular choices for kitchens these days. Not only does this configuration get the microwave off the counter, it has great aesthetic appeal, requires one cutout and single circuit installation, so overall it is very cost effective.

Thermador ovens are the largest capacity wall ovens on the market with a Fast Preheat feature and since they are energy efficient they actually are great to use for preparing quick cooking dinners as well as large feasts. However having a back-up oven does give one a sense of security, and for some the small size of the Microwave Convection is very appealing for preparing smaller meals. I most often use this oven for baking items like cornbread, pies and cobblers so that I can max out the oven with a complete meal, however I have also used the Microwave Convection oven to roast a chicken and as you can see the results are pretty stunning.

Meatloaf With Sausage and Mozzarella, Roasted Golden Potatoes with Roasted Broccoli & Cauliflower

Cooking an entire meal in Convection takes a little practice to get the timing, temperatures and modes just right, but this simple delicious meal is a great way to get started.

Cooking Mode: Convection Roast or Convection Bake 350°

Timing

• Meatloaf, cooking & resting time - 50 min.
• Potatoes, cooking time 35-40 min.
• Vegetables, cooking time -12-15mins

Planning

Meatloaf is quick to assemble and if you use lean meats such as ground sirloin or turkey the meatloaf will cook in 40 minutes, however the meatloaf should rest for at least 10 minutes before slicing. There is no need to use a loaf pan, simply mound the mixture onto a rimmed baking sheet lined with parchment paper and shape into a uniform log. I had approximately 3lbs of meat and shaped the mixture into 2 thin logs. The mixture can be prepped a day in advance and shaped prior to cooking.

Italian ventilation manufacturer Best recently launched its newest model in their line of chimney hoods, the WT32 - Colonne Suite, available in brushed stainless steel and four sizes: 30″, 36″, 42″, and 48″.

This particular hood is notable as it is the first to utilize an entirely new Pro 600 CFM centrifugal blower and high-efficiency motor which many future Best models will center around.

This new motor platform offers tremendous power while remaining extremely quiet, which has traditionally been difficult to achieve with an internal blower.

Its three-setting cooktop lighting uses two 50W, GU10 halogen lamps that offer the option of atmospheric lighting when not cooking but can also provide a well lit cooking surface. (Bulbs are included with purchase.)

Experience the Blower and Lighting: