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However, I'm quite satisfied with the product overall and I believe it's a good value. I highly recommend using the guard when slicing anything. This mandoline was purchased as a gift for my brother who does a lot of cooking. It's pretty easy to use and the blades are incredibly sharp. Changing out each blade whenever you would like a different cut is not as convenient as simply turning a dial to change it on other models.
I would never let children use this slicer. Best part about this item is the quality delivered for the price. The only thing I have had a little trouble with is creating thick slices of sweet potato -- but with a little practice even those became easy to make. But if you follow the directions, always use the safety features and use your brain, this slicer will be a welcome kitchen addition. But I was always frightened away by reviews from people who had cut themselves and/or suffered some sort of slicing injury. I have wanted a mondoline slicer for quite some time as I cook a lot of vegetables. True, this slicer is VERY sharp. Unit is easy to clean -- but again -- be careful.
I also sliced an apple and an orange. The thin julienne potatoes were amazing in their uniformity of shape and size. Tonight I sliced up 3 in about 5 minutes. It slices evenly which means all your slices are cooked through at the same time.
I foresee myself using this daily for pretty much every meal. The presentation is very professional looking when you use this slicer.It is a little medieval and scary looking, but if you're careful and always use the veggie holder that comes with it you should be fine. All the cuts for vegetables look very, very nice. I just got this Mandoline this evening and have done a lot of experimenting. I julienned a few potatoes both thick and thin. I am so impressed with this gadget. I normally allow 30 minutes to make sauteed zucchini, 10 of that to properly cut the vegetables.
As far as cleanup, it's just a quick rinse under hot running water and then return it to the holder, that couldn't be easier. I've never really been in to kitchen gadgets, but I do cook a lot of vegetables and get sick of constantly chopping and slicing for stir-fry and steamed veggies. I also sliced a few zucchinis for dinner. It saved me so much time, my veggies were ready before the chicken.
So if you have small carrots, radishes, etc don't even think about using this. Once it gets to about a 1/2" thick it fails and fails miserably. Worst purchase I've ever made on Amazon. I purchased it as a gift. It is pretty much useless for anything other than the largest vegetables. Too bad I have to give it one star, it does not deserve any.
I do love the slicer and its ease of use, but I think I'll need to upgrade to the Pro for the extra $10 and see everything this tool has to offer. I also haven't been able to figure out how to shred and dice. The 2 different blades included, offer a "thin cut" and a "thick cut". It slices quickly and cleanly. It's not a HUGE inconvenience, but I'd prefer the model with the stand that opens up from the rear. However, my son is the french fry King, and the "thick cut" julienne blade produced cuts that I consider very thin (the image of the potatoes in the bowl are the result of the thick blade).
I wish the blades were adjustable as with the Mandoline Pro or there were different blade options available for purchase. The blades are VERY SHARP, so care is needed when utilizing. You must hold the slicer diagonally with one hand while slicing with the other. The "thin cut" blade was awesome for slicing. This thing has the ability to quickly and cleanly remove a finger. This little slicer is very handy kitchen aid.
It suits its purpose; however, I quickly noticed that this particular model does not have a slicer stand. Perfect thin slices of onion, cucumber, and tomatoes for deli sandwiches and salads.
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