Toasters 2 v 1: sandwich toaster, grill toaster, roaster toaster
The toaster was invented to quickly toast bread. All modern models of this device perfectly cope with this task. But the manufacturers went further: began to equip devices with additional functions. The development of this area has led to the emergence of such varieties of popular home appliances:
- for making toasts, hot sandwiches and sandwiches;
- with convection function for better calcination (grill toaster);
- in the form of a mini-oven for baking, baking and related functions, such as heating and thawing (roaster toaster).
Functional features of hybrid models
All types of household multifunction toasters work on the basis of the general principle: supply of thermal energy by means of infrared heating elements. They are successful in making toasts. Special clips / recesses / grids allow to hold bread slices, designed for 2-3 or on 4 toast at the same time.
Removable pallets are provided in many models to collect crumbs and soot particles, that facilitate the care of the device.
What is a sandwich maker
A sandwich toaster is an upgraded version of a traditional toaster. In addition to toasting bread slices, this machine will help to prepare sandwiches and hot sandwiches with any filling.
Appearance toaster sandwich maker, called in the Russian style sandwich maker, resembles a small suitcase. The working sash inside is equipped with special triangular or rectangular recesses, where toasts or bread with stuffing are placed. The cooking process is carried out with the sash closed on the latch, tightly press the contents.
Bomann ST / WA516CB Multi Grille sandwich maker 3 in a
What makes a sandwich maker different from a regular toaster
Toaster differs from sandwich toaster in that, that in the first it will not be possible to prepare toasted bread with a stuffing, example, melted cheese or a piece of lard with a layer of meat. But we must admit, that toast, prepared in a device adapted for sandwiches, they turn out not so toasted and appetizing, as in a regular toaster.
Most traditional toasting devices work in a semi-automatic mode: set the frying mode, put in a clamp toasts and all. A few minutes - and the toaster will automatically push the finished toasted slices out of the heating zone. The hostess can spend these few minutes slicing the ham, cheese or boiled meat. For hot sandwiches for a quick breakfast or a snack at work inexpensive toaster - a great helper.
Even the simplest sandwich maker is more expensive than a toaster. And all operations from the bookmark of products ready to the removal of sandwiches will have to be performed manually. On the upper sash of the hybrid device 2 v 1 there is only an indicator, signaling incomplete cooking process (green light bulb) or complete the process (red light bulb).
At desire it is possible to choose a sandwich maker – the semiautomatic device with the thermostat and the regulator of temperature of heating, but such a model will cost significantly more.
Advantages of a grill toaster
A similar sandwich maker "suitcase" of large size with a uniform distribution of heat in all directions manufacturers call toaster grill. This device can not only make toasts and delicious sandwiches, but also fry meat steaks or cutlets, bake pancakes and pies. Due to its versatility, this kitchen appliance can be called 3 v 1.
Convection mode, used in a similar hybrid apparatus, which allows you to speed up the process of heat treatment of products. Advanced models can replace an electric or gas stove in the country: do not take up much space and can easily be transported to the apartment for storage for the winter. in addition, automated cooking modes and the possibility of heating will free up time for the summer resident to perform other household chores. Only such a hybrid toaster will cost significantly more than usual.
Roaster toaster functions
Another option is to combine the functions of the toaster with other features - a mini-oven or roaster toaster. These devices, depending on the power and additional devices are subject to such functions as:
- reheating dishes;
- defrosting of products;
- quenching;
- roasting.
Versatility affects price, so low-power roaster toaster is comparable in price to a productive device of conventional design.
Deciding on the purchase of a kitchen appliance, designed to speed up the preparation of breakfast, choose him, which is comfortable to use. You need to pay attention to the following parameters, as power, dimensions, productivity and nuances of care. It is not superfluous to read the reviews of the owners of a model. Otherwise, you can buy the device, which will fall to the dust on the shelf in the closet.
