Sorry for the non response to peoples email - our PC was damaged in a lightning storm then after a few dramas had to get a new one then had no idea what all my email addresses/contacts/passwords etc were!! Now back on track so in answer to the questions about the TC - after a good 6 months of ownership and a reasonable amount of experience with the TM I would say I am not what I would call a 'lifestyle' user so the TC suits my level of use perfectly. I think that someone who is looking to change their dietary lifestyle then an investment in the TM is likely worth it. If you are just looking for a convenience machine and like what a TM can do but are finding it hard to justify the price tag then a TC might suit you.
The thing I have noticed with my TM friends compared to me is that I don't use my TC for everything it could do (and feel I would be the same if I had a TM too) - I do enjoy cooking and the process of it, just sometimes am a bit pushed for time etc and enjoy the convnience of the TC for the time saving. Plus I have some great recipes which I love the flavour that develops over an extended time cooking so the things I love to cook (e.g like a strog) I will do my old way rather than in the TC (my TM friends will always use the TM). I also think that cakes in the TC or TM are just not as good as what comes from a mixer so I will use the TC for a quick cake but for an occasion I will always prepare in my mixer (I think it must be something to do with the aeration or difference in the mixing action? but the cake is just better from the mixer in my opinion).
I am definitely not dissatisfied with my decision to go with the TC than the TM but depending what you want out of the machine (and how far you can stretch the budget!) will depend on the right machine for you!
I'm glad you're back because I've found your recipes to be fantastict. The pizza dough is great - so quick and easy and stretchy! Also love the lemon cake YUM! I've had my TC for about 4 months and feel like you. Glad I didn't spend $$$ on the TM as I still like real cooking. Very happy with my imitation though! Definately a time saver and with 4 little kids i need every spare second! Great for whipping up a white sauce and being able to walk away without having to stir or worry about it burning if distracted. Same with jams and relishes.
ReplyDeleteLooking forward to trying out more of your recipes!
Thank you for all your time put into your blog. It is really great to be able to read about the true experience of a busy mum...don't we all want a little bit of time saved! I'm going to buy a TC and reading your final comment has helped the decision.
ReplyDeleteThank you and happy cooking!
Sarah