The marble mortar and pestle is the bomb. Granite has the advantages of rough surfaces, which helps with grinding, but I feel like they’re much harder to clean. The big Mexican standard one, the mocajete, is granite, and it is much loved, so who knows? But I’m with you, Berta, I love my marble one.
Hi Berta! mortar and pestle is such a good idea. I’ve read that whole herbs and seeds keep longer than ground, like flax seed and cumin. I love the smell of fresh herbs. Rosemary and basil being my favorites. Potato mashers are also good for making refried beans. Thanks for another informative video! ~ Maggie 😎
It's always soooo good to see you, Berta Jay. I bought my marble mortar and pestle on Amazon in July of last year for $11.02. The very same one is now $19.03. I also have the very same tongs you have and use them a LOT. I love the lock and pop feature of them. Lastly, I have the old style wire potato masher though I rarely use it these days. My son uses a ricer and he makes the best garlic mashed potatoes for the holidays.
Berta, I always enjoy these utensil tip videos so much. I'm definitely a utensil collector. But I also love kitchen gadgets and collect cookbooks too. It brings me much joy having my kitchen gadgets. God Bless You for always being so pleasant and warm. I hope you & your family are doing well. May God continue to provide Health, Peace and Strength for you & your family. Love Tamson. 😇🖤.
I had a client that taught me to use a potato masher to make egg salad. She didn’t like the chunks of egg so she mashed it up. Worked great. Thank you for another great video.
Thank you Berta and I hope you and your family are well during this challenging time. I love these little videos bc I’m no kitchen guru. Honey we need to get you some All Clad pots n pans. I feel like the nonstick stuff goes right into our foods and stuff. Stay well my friend.
Hi Berta, I have the same mortal & pestle & I love it, I also love the tip on crushing the rosemary. What a great idea, I’m definitely going to do this next time I am cooking with it. Thanks so much Berta for all your wonderful hints & tips, they’re the best. Blessings to you.
Hi 👋 Berta Jay I am new to your channel as of today. I own 3 mortar and pestle. 1 wood, 1 ceramic and 1 marble. The marble is strongest of them all. ❤❤❤
Just wanted to stop in and say, thank you for all your wonderful tips and tricks. I use so many of the things you have taught, you have helped me save a ton of money too! Your an angel, thank you!
I want to brag! I have all three of these essentials, and I even have the very kind you're recommending. I would feel really proud, except that right now my mortar & pestle is filled with little "this 'n that" stuff (small screws of unknown origin, paper clips, & the like that I find around when cleaning & don't just want to throw away.) Will try to do better. On another matter, that yellow shirt you're wearing is a gorgeous shade! Would you mind sharing the brand? It's a beautiful color to wear for spring - even if I'm only dressing to walk around the block with my dog. There WILL come a time when we're able to expand our activities. In the meantime, I hope this find you & all you hold dear in a very safe & healthy mode. Big hugs & thanks to you, Elyse
Hi Berta Jay! I enjoyed this video; thank you! I currently have the zig zag masher that I don't use much because there's too much space in between the "zags"! 😀 I need the kind you have! I hope you and yours are all doing well! 🌷🌸🌺
Thanks so much for your comment, June. I know exactly what you mean about your masher. The one I have costs a bit more, but I think it is well worth it because I do use it quite often. 🥰
Hey Hey Berta Jay...I have never used a mortar and pestle but shall purchase on as your right while using herbs it would bring out the flavour better than just putting them into your dish. I do have the same thongs and I have the curly potato masher but find its doesn't mash the potatoes thorough as the one you have would...Thanks Berta....from one of your troupers....
I love your tips and tricks Berta Jay💜, I always look forward to your videos, you always put a smile on my face. I hope all is well with you and your family🥰
It's so nice to have one. I used rosemary because before I learned about using a mortar & pestle, years ago, I stopped using rosemary though I liked it's taste in my cooking. 🤨 But now I use it whenever I want to. It's a nice "essential" to have in your kitchen. I appreciate hearing from you, Barbara ❤️
I love my marble slab and rolling pin ... My utility tongs have a sliding sleeve to keep closed ... Yup, masher for guacamole or bananas for pbb (peanut butter and banana) sandwich ...
Thanks for your comment, James. Question for you: Do you mash the bananas and pb together to make a spread? Let me know because that sounds really nice. Always good to hear from you with your words of wisdom and knowledge.Thanks, again. 😊
@@bertajay Mash em seperate and put one on the top slice and one on the bottom ... Sometimes when I am in a wierd mood I put. Lays potato chips in the middle ... I put chips on my hamburgers and in meatloaf sometimes too ... Always a pleasure to chat ... Stay healthy ... Stay safe ...
@@jameswitte5167 Thanks so much, James. I'll have to try it though I must admit I might just stir them together to make a pb spread. What do you think of that? I think your potato chip thing is funny.😄 I will stay safe and you do the same. Thanks, again, James. 👍🏾
Good info, Berta. As usual. I have those same tongs in my kitchen - Oxo I think - and I love mine too. As you said, very versatile. I wish I had bought the longer version of them though. Mine are 9 inches I think, and they also make an 11 or 12 inch model. I think those would have been even more versatile. I do use mine a lot - and because of the coated tips, I can even pull hot toast out of the toaster oven with them. That's when I do wish mine were a little longer though. But they still work well. I use my masher a lot too, for all the reasons you stated. Another multitasker, as Alton Brown would say. One tool that can serve many purposes. Hope you & your family are well & staying safe & healthy. Take care & see you next week! ❤️👍😷🥕❤️
Thank you so much, Jane. We surely do think alike. My tongs the 12 inch ones are by OXO. I have had them for quite a while and I still love them. You look at Alton Brown, too. I used to when we had cable. I liked him. Thanks so much for your support. I always enjoy hearing from you. 😊 ❤️
Hey, Hey Berta Jay! Sorry I haven't been around in so long. I sure wish I would have seen this video about two months ago. I got a mortar and pestle, thought I was getting a small one as that is what the reviews said. But it is larger than I really wanted. I didn't know what kind of material to get, knew I didn't want the wooden ones as I thought the same thing, it would hold the scents and such. So ended up with a granite one. Wish I would have gotten a marble one. Like the look better. But that is ok. It will still come in good use. Yep, I have tongs like that and love them. I really want a potato masher, have for a long time, just never got one. Great things to have in the kitchen for sure! Stay safe and healthy Berta!!! Hugs, Brenda
Hey hey Berta Jay... video was very helpful... I just recently bought some Rosemary (never used it before) and it looked like yours before crushed and it didnt impress me but now Im gonna buy a mortar pestle and try again... Wishing you good health and thanks for the video... I always look forward to your videos!
thanks so much for this Berta Jay! I now have a new wish list on Amazon! I do have tongs and LOVE them but i don't have a mortar and pestle. I have a potato masher but it is the swirly one and I love the one you have! You always have the best information!! You are a blessing!
Oh, C, you have made me smile and caused me to be humbled. Thank you so much. ❤️I love using each of this 'essentials' in my kitchen. I have a few more episodes for this series. It's why I love the "work" I do for this channel with my son. I really enjoy what I do, C. Glad you are a recipient of my joy 🥰
You're welcome, as always, Naomi. When you get it you will begin to use it more than you think. It is a great tool to have in the kitchen. Let me know how you use it...inquiring minds want to know 😉. Stay safe.
Thanks Mrs. Berta! Good information. I have all three of those . I do have a ceramic mortar and pestle too, but I like my marble one the best. You said you use non stick pans. Which brand (s) do you recommend. I know the McDougals like the the scan pan . It's pricey though! : (
Berta, I found all your information very helpful, but I have a problem with the silver and black tongs. I have them and they are only good to use on cold or warm foods. My tongs melted just a little on the tip. I now use only for salads. I really like the way they close.
Hadassah, the tongs I showed in the video are from OXO. I have had them for 10+ years and have not has a single problem with them melting. I have even used them once to pull a tray of roasted veggies out of the oven because I couldn't get my hand on a potholder at the time. They performed beautifully. So, I say all of that to say, check the maker. If it's OXO, you should email them and let them know. If it's another brand I really cannot vouch for them. I am so sorry. I should have mentioned the brand in the video. 🙁 Thanks for sharing. 😊
Hi Berta, Thank you for your reply to my comment. I don't know if my tongs were made by XOX so they may be different than your tongs. I would just like to let you know I am enjoying your videos, thank you much. I have changed my diet too I am not vegan but vegetarian. I look forward to your next video. Enjoy your day. Hadassah
Oh my goodness, Hadassah, l am proud of you! You are changing your life for the better. The company that made my tongs is Oxo. Keep watching l have lots to share 😊
The marble mortar and pestle is the bomb. Granite has the advantages of rough surfaces, which helps with grinding, but I feel like they’re much harder to clean. The big Mexican standard one, the mocajete, is granite, and it is much loved, so who knows? But I’m with you, Berta, I love my marble one.
Hi Berta! mortar and pestle is such a good idea. I’ve read that whole herbs and seeds keep longer than ground, like flax seed and cumin. I love the smell of fresh herbs. Rosemary and basil being my favorites. Potato mashers are also good for making refried beans. Thanks for another informative video! ~ Maggie 😎
It's always soooo good to see you, Berta Jay. I bought my marble mortar and pestle on Amazon in July of last year for $11.02. The very same one is now $19.03. I also have the very same tongs you have and use them a LOT. I love the lock and pop feature of them. Lastly, I have the old style wire potato masher though I rarely use it these days. My son uses a ricer and he makes the best garlic mashed potatoes for the holidays.
Thank you for sharing your kitchen essentials.
You're welcome, Cheryl. It was good for me, too. I couldn't wait to share what I learned. ❤️
Berta,
I always enjoy these utensil tip videos so much. I'm definitely a utensil collector. But I also love kitchen gadgets and collect cookbooks too. It brings me much joy having my kitchen gadgets. God Bless You for always being so pleasant and warm. I hope you & your family are doing well. May God continue to provide Health, Peace and Strength for you & your family. Love Tamson. 😇🖤.
I had a client that taught me to use a potato masher to make egg salad. She didn’t like the chunks of egg so she mashed it up. Worked great. Thank you for another great video.
You are looking good. I'm glad you haven't been hit with the virus. Hope your family is also well. God Bless You!
Thank you so much, Sandra. 🥰 I am well. Thank you for sending your blessings my way. I really appreciate that. You and your family stay safe.
Thank you Berta and I hope you and your family are well during this challenging time. I love these little videos bc I’m no kitchen guru. Honey we need to get you some All Clad pots n pans. I feel like the nonstick stuff goes right into our foods and stuff. Stay well my friend.
Hi Berta Jay I just watched your video on stay calm and don't panic. Thank you for your calming Faith filled words :)
Hi Berta, I have the same mortal & pestle & I love it, I also love the tip on crushing the rosemary. What a great idea, I’m definitely going to do this next time I am cooking with it. Thanks so much Berta for all your wonderful hints & tips, they’re the best. Blessings to you.
Hi 👋 Berta Jay I am new to your channel as of today.
I own 3 mortar and pestle. 1 wood, 1 ceramic and 1 marble. The marble is strongest of them all. ❤❤❤
Berta great video! I love my potato masher like yours, never thought to use it when I make applesauce! Tell Evan great work on the visual!🥰😎
Thanks Berta🌷
Thank you Berta!!! I have one and I’ve never used it!! 🥰
You're so welcome, CANNALADY! Comments like yours are a blessing to my ears. i am loving sharing what I know/learn and use myself. 🥰
Just wanted to stop in and say, thank you for all your wonderful tips and tricks. I use so many of the things you have taught, you have helped me save a ton of money too! Your an angel, thank you!
I want to brag! I have all three of these essentials, and I even have the very kind you're recommending. I would feel really proud, except that right now my mortar & pestle is filled with little "this 'n that" stuff (small screws of unknown origin, paper clips, & the like that I find around when cleaning & don't just want to throw away.) Will try to do better. On another matter, that yellow shirt you're wearing is a gorgeous shade! Would you mind sharing the brand? It's a beautiful color to wear for spring - even if I'm only dressing to walk around the block with my dog. There WILL come a time when we're able to expand our activities. In the meantime, I hope this find you & all you hold dear in a very safe & healthy mode. Big hugs & thanks to you, Elyse
Hi Berta Jay! I enjoyed this video; thank you! I currently have the zig zag masher that I don't use much because there's too much space in between the "zags"! 😀 I need the kind you have! I hope you and yours are all doing well! 🌷🌸🌺
Thanks so much for your comment, June. I know exactly what you mean about your masher. The one I have costs a bit more, but I think it is well worth it because I do use it quite often. 🥰
Hey Hey Berta Jay...I have never used a mortar and pestle but shall purchase on as your right while using herbs it would bring out the flavour better than just putting them into your dish. I do have the same thongs and I have the curly potato masher but find its doesn't mash the potatoes thorough as the one you have would...Thanks Berta....from one of your troupers....
I love your tips and tricks Berta Jay💜, I always look forward to your videos, you always put a smile on my face. I hope all is well with you and your family🥰
Thank you for showing us how to use the mortar and pestle! 💕
It's so nice to have one. I used rosemary because before I learned about using a mortar & pestle, years ago, I stopped using rosemary though I liked it's taste in my cooking. 🤨 But now I use it whenever I want to. It's a nice "essential" to have in your kitchen. I appreciate hearing from you, Barbara ❤️
I love my marble slab and rolling pin ... My utility tongs have a sliding sleeve to keep closed ... Yup, masher for guacamole or bananas for pbb (peanut butter and banana) sandwich ...
Thanks for your comment, James. Question for you: Do you mash the bananas and pb together to make a spread? Let me know because that sounds really nice. Always good to hear from you with your words of wisdom and knowledge.Thanks, again. 😊
@@bertajay Mash em seperate and put one on the top slice and one on the bottom ... Sometimes when I am in a wierd mood I put. Lays potato chips in the middle ... I put chips on my hamburgers and in meatloaf sometimes too ... Always a pleasure to chat ... Stay healthy ... Stay safe ...
@@jameswitte5167 Thanks so much, James. I'll have to try it though I must admit I might just stir them together to make a pb spread. What do you think of that?
I think your potato chip thing is funny.😄
I will stay safe and you do the same. Thanks, again, James. 👍🏾
Good info, Berta. As usual. I have those same tongs in my kitchen - Oxo I think - and I love mine too. As you said, very versatile. I wish I had bought the longer version of them though. Mine are 9 inches I think, and they also make an 11 or 12 inch model. I think those would have been even more versatile. I do use mine a lot - and because of the coated tips, I can even pull hot toast out of the toaster oven with them. That's when I do wish mine were a little longer though. But they still work well. I use my masher a lot too, for all the reasons you stated. Another multitasker, as Alton Brown would say. One tool that can serve many purposes. Hope you & your family are well & staying safe & healthy. Take care & see you next week! ❤️👍😷🥕❤️
Thank you so much, Jane. We surely do think alike. My tongs the 12 inch ones are by OXO. I have had them for quite a while and I still love them. You look at Alton Brown, too. I used to when we had cable. I liked him. Thanks so much for your support. I always enjoy hearing from you. 😊 ❤️
Think you Berta Jay.
You're so welcome, Maggie. 😊
Hey, Hey Berta Jay! Sorry I haven't been around in so long. I sure wish I would have seen this video about two months ago. I got a mortar and pestle, thought I was getting a small one as that is what the reviews said. But it is larger than I really wanted. I didn't know what kind of material to get, knew I didn't want the wooden ones as I thought the same thing, it would hold the scents and such. So ended up with a granite one. Wish I would have gotten a marble one. Like the look better. But that is ok. It will still come in good use. Yep, I have tongs like that and love them. I really want a potato masher, have for a long time, just never got one. Great things to have in the kitchen for sure! Stay safe and healthy Berta!!! Hugs, Brenda
Love all of your videos and zen ways.
Thanks so much, Leandro. 😊
Hey hey Berta Jay... video was very helpful... I just recently bought some Rosemary (never used it before) and it looked like yours before crushed and it didnt impress me but now Im gonna buy a mortar pestle and try again... Wishing you good health and thanks for the video... I always look forward to your videos!
thanks so much for this Berta Jay! I now have a new wish list on Amazon! I do have tongs and LOVE them but i don't have a mortar and pestle. I have a potato masher but it is the swirly one and I love the one you have! You always have the best information!! You are a blessing!
Oh, C, you have made me smile and caused me to be humbled. Thank you so much. ❤️I love using each of this 'essentials' in my kitchen. I have a few more episodes for this series. It's why I love the "work" I do for this channel with my son. I really enjoy what I do, C. Glad you are a recipient of my joy 🥰
I have the swirly one too and when I try to mash chickpeas or beans, they slip inbetween the lines and nothing mashes.
Hey Berta Jay, I don't have the motor and pestle, so am ordering one from amazon. Thanks for showing how to use one. Have a blessed day.
You're welcome, as always, Naomi. When you get it you will begin to use it more than you think. It is a great tool to have in the kitchen. Let me know how you use it...inquiring minds want to know 😉. Stay safe.
Thanks Mrs. Berta! Good information. I have all three of those . I do have a ceramic mortar and pestle too, but I like my marble one the best. You said you use non stick pans. Which brand (s) do you recommend. I know the McDougals like the the scan pan . It's pricey though! : (
Berta, I found all your information very helpful, but I have a problem with the silver and black tongs. I have them and they are only good to use on cold or warm foods. My tongs melted just a little on the tip. I now use only for salads. I really like the way they close.
Hadassah, the tongs I showed in the video are from OXO. I have had them for 10+ years and have not has a single problem with them melting. I have even used them once to pull a tray of roasted veggies out of the oven because I couldn't get my hand on a potholder at the time. They performed beautifully. So, I say all of that to say, check the maker. If it's OXO, you should email them and let them know. If it's another brand I really cannot vouch for them. I am so sorry. I should have mentioned the brand in the video. 🙁
Thanks for sharing. 😊
Hi Berta,
Thank you for your reply to my comment. I don't know if my tongs were made by XOX so they may be different than your tongs. I would just like to let you know I am enjoying your videos, thank you much. I have changed my diet too I am not vegan but vegetarian. I look forward to your next video. Enjoy your day. Hadassah
Oh my goodness, Hadassah, l am proud of you! You are changing your life for the better. The company that made my tongs is Oxo. Keep watching l have lots to share 😊
I love the yellow I’m you