Unboxing my new Control Freak cooker

[@Perspectologist]

I started cooking during the pandemic on an electric stove. It was hard for me to understand and regulate the temperature. I can’t justify replacing my stove yet, so I bought a Duxtop dual induction element cook top and placed it on my stove. I love it! This is what cooking should be. Mine isn’t as fancy as this one but I can set temperatures rather than just power levels. I really like the responsiveness. One thing to be careful of with cheaper units is that they may not have enough heat power / temperature settings. I previously tried a cheap unit and it was either too hot or too cool. I am an induction convert and I don’t see myself going back. When I replace my stove it will be with an induction unit. Enjoy your new tool and be well.

[@MyKitchenVlog]

I've heard other people say they switched to induction and rarely use their stove anymore. I'm too much of a novice with this induction thing, but I can see the advantages already. Thanks for the comment Perspectologist. I hope to see more experiences like yours. They make me feel I did the right thing by buying this appliance. Happy Holidays. -Dennis

[@mrkrasker9609]

We went over to induction about 6 years ago. I bought Avanco commercial units for around 200 bucks. In the past 6 years I have had to only replace cooling fans in both of them. I bought 10 fans from Aliexpress for I think it was 10 bucks. So far I have used 3. Breville is a nice machine but at $1100 it's a bit steep. If I was going to go whole hog and get the top of the line I would go with CookTek MC1800. It's just about the same price and comes with a 3 years warranty and is industrial grade. Happy holidays Dennis 🎄🎄🎄

[@MyKitchenVlog]

Thanks for the information Mr. Krasker. Happy holidays. -Dennis

[@onesixfive]

One of the best taste reactions I’ve seen in some time. “It’s fine” LOL. But I get it - just a proof of concept. Congrats on your new toy. That thing is pretty tricked out. Well worth a splurge. Look forward to seeing it in action. Merry Christmas Dennis!

[@MyKitchenVlog]

Thanks Eric. It's quite an appliance and I'm only beginning to experiment with it. One egg. I have a ways to go. I'm planning dinner now. Merry Christmas to you. -Dennis

[@knittingknut]

Oh my goodness this is a dream cooker. I love mine. Probably shouldn’t say this but I actually sous vide in mine using a fissler stove top pressure cooker pot because it’s nice and large. This machine is so precise it’s a dream to use

[@ShesInLosAngeles]

So fancy! :) Looks like we'll get to see more cooking videos soon? Happy Holidays, Dennis! Jane

[@MyKitchenVlog]

Thanks Jane. I've been looking for ways to inspire myself to do cooking videos again. This induction cooker and some new pans might be the way. -Dennis

[@tbeesknees]

I enjoyed your review! I’ve bought myself a couple late Christmas presents for the kitchen and this is one of them. Can’t wait!

[@MyKitchenVlog]

Hope you enjoy it! I use mine almost everyday. I really like it. Thanks for the comment. -Dennis

[@k.howard5927]

Appreciated the video! Been eyeing this and you covered all the bases. Nice review thank you. 🎉

[@CreachterZ]

My 2023 Christmas gift to myself!

[@MyKitchenVlog]

I hope you love it as much as I love mine. I use it almost every day. -Dennis

[@CreachterZ]

@@MyKitchenVlog Me too! Are there any channels or sites where owners gather to exchange ideas?

[@MyKitchenVlog]

I don't know of any; however, if you do a Google or KZbin search for "breville control freak recipes" you'll see plenty of results. My experience after using the Control Freak for nearly two years is that anything that can be cooked in a pan on the stove can be cooked on the induction cooker. The advantages are many. There is no flame or coil heating the pan from beneath. The pan, if it holds a magnet, is the source of heat. You can rest a metal spoon on the edge of the pan and the handle won't become too hot to touch. You can also precisely control the temperature. When I use my pressure cooker I don't need to keep adjusting the flame beneath the pot. I set the temperature (usually 141°F) on the Breville and walk away. It takes care of itself. -Dennis

[@CreachterZ]

@@MyKitchenVlog Make a perfect steak video using this beast!

[@MyKitchenVlog]

I'm not much of a steak eater, but I love flautas. I used the Control Freak to make this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/h6KrkqJ9hrSqqZI I bought the induction cooker to use in front of my camera when making cooking videos. -Dennis

[@cindyh3069]

I bought a cheaper one right before Thanks Giving this year, I like the way it heats, I cook on a electric stove and enjoyed having the extra cooking burner, Happy Holidays and a safe and healthy New Year. I all so have my booster shot. :)

[@lillebrorjensen7063]

Hey Dennis, now about 2 years later, how goes with the CFC. I am strongly consider to buy one, but i have monitoring the price for a Looooong time and still the the same. So is this a Christmas gift for me too ? Great Videos you post Thanks here from Denmark. Greetings Kim Jensen... 🇩🇰

[@MyKitchenVlog]

It still has a prominent place in my kitchen. I don't use it everyday, but I use it often. It's convenient and it works well. -Dennis

[@madamem7856]

I had a good chuckle over the name of your new cooker! The Control Freak! 🤣 Merry Christmas to you Dennis!

[@MyKitchenVlog]

"Control Freak" is an odd name, but the controls are so precise it should satisfy the most fussy cook. I like the idea of cooking by temperature rather than than high-medium-low. So far I've only used it the one time, but I think I'll really get into using this appliance, especially when making cooking videos. Merry Christmas Mea. -Dennis

[@daviddivelbiss]

Looks nice, you've had it awhile now, do you like it? do you recommend it? Thanks!

[@MyKitchenVlog]

Thanks for asking David. I do like it a lot. I keep it on my stove and I use it fairly often. I especially like the temperature control. I used my pressure cooker on it and I could precisely adjust the temperature to maintain the pressure. -Dennis

[@nathaniellin1839]

Wow great video and advice! how long have you used your control control freak?

[@MyKitchenVlog]

I've been using it nearly every day for about six weeks. I really like it. Thanks for asking. -Dennis

[@marka9292]

I have a quite large stock pot I use for making stock. Would there be any reason the pot couldn’t overhang the sides slightly? What is the maximum weight the unit can handle? I’ve seen numbers online ranging from 10lbs to 200. Thanks

[@MyKitchenVlog]

I checked the user's manual. It doesn't mention weight. The size it recommends is 4½ to 10 inches (the bottom of the pan) for even heating. You can probably use something slightly larger, but the heating might not be even.

[@marka9292]

@@MyKitchenVlog thanks for checking. I appreciate it.

[@AuntieVeraCharles50]

MERRY CHRISTMAS Dennis!!!!

[@MyKitchenVlog]

Thanks Scott. A merry Christmas to you too, and to yours. -Dennis

[@CreachterZ]

Does anyone have a link to the pdf full manual?

[@eastbaygal100]

www.breville.com/content/dam/breville/us/assets/miscellaneous/instruction-manual/commercial/CMC850-instruction-manual.pdf

[@nancymandle5215]

I love it when you buy something!!!!!! Would be interesting to hear your primary reasons for purchasing an induction thingie. And finally, soooo relieved to have read in your blog that you are now “boostered”. Congrats, and best wishes for this season and a healthy new year.

[@MyKitchenVlog]

Thanks Nancy. For a few years I've wanted an induction cooker to place on the kitchen counter where I do most of my prep work. I want to face the camera as I cook. I've had to work around the camera when I use the stove and that sometimes causes problems (like bumping into the camera while I'm shooting a clip). Happy holidays Nancy. -Dennis