Okay, confession time: I’m a charcuterie board fanatic. But living in my cozy (read: tiny) apartment means kitchen counter real estate is more precious than gold. That’s why I’m always hunting for appliances that can pull double duty without demanding too much space. And that’s how I found the Krups “Slice It” Electric Food Slicer. The moment I saw its fold-up design, I was hooked.
First Impressions: Small Size, Big Potential
Right off the bat, the Krups slicer feels surprisingly solid i. There’s a good bit of stainless steel in there, which is always a plus. And the white finish? It just blends right in i. But the real “wow” moment comes when you realize just how small this thing gets. Folded up, it’s barely 4 inches wide i! I’m not kidding – it’s thinner than my breadboard. For a small-kitchen dweller like myself, that’s HUGE.
So, what makes this slicer stand out?
- The Fold-Up Thing: Seriously, this is genius. The carriage and end-piece holder folding up too i? Brilliant!
- Stainless Steel Blade: Gotta have that stainless steel i. It feels sharp and ready to slice, though I haven’t exactly put it through a marathon yet.
- Food Catch – Solved: Remember trying to balance a tiny plate under the slicer? Krups fixed that. The curved food catch handles all sorts of plate sizes i.
- Cord Control: No one likes a messy counter. The cord storage lets you adjust the cord length i. Simple, but so useful.
Does It Slice?
So far, I’ve mostly used the Krups “Slice It” for cured meats and cheeses, and honestly, it’s been great. The automatic slicing makes it super easy, even with those tougher salamis. And the slices come out nice and even. I haven’t tried it on bread yet, but I reckon it’d do just fine.
A Couple of Things to Keep in Mind:
- Hand Wash Only: Yeah, you can’t just toss it in the dishwasher i. But honestly, a quick hand wash is worth it to keep it in good shape.
- Blade Shape: The blade is rectangular i, which is fine by me, but might not be everyone’s cup of tea.
The Verdict:
If you need a slicer but you’re short on space, the Krups “Slice It” Electric Food Slicer is a winner. It’s not a professional-grade beast, but for everyday use in a smaller kitchen? Absolutely. If space-saving and decent slicing are your priorities, give this one a look.
My Rating: 4 out of 5 stars.