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**Author:** [@cnoden](https://community.anovaculinary.com/u/cnoden)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 7, 2020, 11:21pm UTC](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/baking-powder-or-cornstarch-for-searing/8667 "2020-06-07T23:21:58Z")
ATK used to suggest baking powder for searing steaks. It seemed to be the corn starch that dried up the surface to get a sear. Has anyone tried this? I've got a skin on chicken breast that I'd like to crisp up before s… --- ## [Any way to keep Chicken breast's original shape?](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/any-way-to-keep-chicken-breasts-original-shape/25203)
**Author:** [@tplowe56](https://community.anovaculinary.com/u/tplowe56)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [June 2, 2020, 4:20pm UTC](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/any-way-to-keep-chicken-breasts-original-shape/25203 "2020-06-02T16:20:06Z")
I cook skinless Chicken Breast’s quite often. They are large breasts that I cut into 1/2’s or 1/3’'rds. I am cooking about 6 or 7 pieces in a zip loc bag. I suck all the air out. So the bag is nice and flat going into th… --- ## [Complete set weight of Anova Precision Cooker (2014)](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/complete-set-weight-of-anova-precision-cooker-2014/26172)
**Author:** [@aridha](https://community.anovaculinary.com/u/aridha)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 1, 2020, 4:58pm UTC](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/complete-set-weight-of-anova-precision-cooker-2014/26172 "2020-06-01T16:58:35Z")
I need to forward another unit of Anova Precision Cooker (2014) and have to inform the forwarder the dimension and weight. I only have the unit and outer box of my current unit so I’m not sure about the weight of the inn… --- ## [Anyone tried Dijon mustard with the APC? Recipe?](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/anyone-tried-dijon-mustard-with-the-apc-recipe/26163)
**Author:** [@Lara](https://community.anovaculinary.com/u/Lara)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 30, 2020, 9:16pm UTC](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/anyone-tried-dijon-mustard-with-the-apc-recipe/26163 "2020-05-30T21:16:43Z")
I was thinking of making Dijon mustard, several of the recipes I found used a caning method, several did not, just mix & refrigerate. I won’t “can” in the traditional sense, but of course I will sous vide, just looking … --- ## [Ever wonder how much electricity your ANOVA Precision Cooker uses, while cooking?](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/ever-wonder-how-much-electricity-your-anova-precision-cooker-uses-while-cooking/26120)
**Author:** [@Newbie-May-2020](https://community.anovaculinary.com/u/Newbie-May-2020)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 26, 2020, 7:16pm UTC](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/ever-wonder-how-much-electricity-your-anova-precision-cooker-uses-while-cooking/26120 "2020-05-26T19:16:09Z")
The answer: surprisingly (to me) very little. Having just yesterday SV’d some baby back pork ribs for 20 hours, I started wondering what it was costing me in electricity, to run my Anova Precision Cooker for that long, … --- ## [Baby Back Pork Ribs – smoked after SV cooking](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/baby-back-pork-ribs-smoked-after-sv-cooking/26122)
**Author:** [@Newbie-May-2020](https://community.anovaculinary.com/u/Newbie-May-2020)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 26, 2020, 3:50am UTC](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/baby-back-pork-ribs-smoked-after-sv-cooking/26122 "2020-05-26T03:50:12Z")
My findings on my first shot at SV’d baby back pork ribs, followed by putting them on the smoker. I read a couple recipes listed on this site (“Dry Rub, Smoke Finished, Baby Back Pork Ribs”, and “Smoked St. Louis Pork R… --- ## [Bacon wrapped Filet Mignon Medium Rare](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/bacon-wrapped-filet-mignon-medium-rare/25839)
**Author:** [@FloridaBob](https://community.anovaculinary.com/u/FloridaBob)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [May 25, 2020, 10:23pm UTC](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/bacon-wrapped-filet-mignon-medium-rare/25839 "2020-05-25T22:23:10Z")
Wrapped 2 Filet Mignon steaks with Wright’s Hickory Smoked bacon, secured with a toothpick. Put them in two separate bags with olive oil, rosemary and Thyme. Into the Anova Precision at 129F for 1 hour. Opened the bag… --- ## [Vessel type for anova](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/vessel-type-for-anova/8127)
**Author:** [@PhilGoodInc](https://community.anovaculinary.com/u/PhilGoodInc)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [May 25, 2020, 5:47pm UTC](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/vessel-type-for-anova/8127 "2020-05-25T17:47:20Z")
I’ve been using the anova for a while in a large stainless steel pot but it is not an ideal shape and size and I would like a more permanent solution so I can reuse the water and have a permanent lid I can make a cut out… --- ## [Bacon Wrapped Boneless Pork Chop](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/bacon-wrapped-boneless-pork-chop/26012)
**Author:** [@FloridaBob](https://community.anovaculinary.com/u/FloridaBob)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2020, 5:41pm UTC](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/bacon-wrapped-boneless-pork-chop/26012 "2020-05-23T17:41:44Z")
We usually buy a whole pork loin and cut it into 1" think chops. Sous Vide is the perfect way to cook them! 145F for 1.5 hours. Two Pork Chops side by side with a dollop of Ghee on top and a good sprinkling of Montrea… --- ## [Tough Pork Loin Chops](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/tough-pork-loin-chops/25662)
**Author:** [@trabfountain](https://community.anovaculinary.com/u/trabfountain)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2020, 11:47am UTC](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/tough-pork-loin-chops/25662 "2020-05-23T11:47:31Z")
Had some lovely looking pork chops, no bone and very lean. They were around 50mm thick so I followed Douglas Baldwin’s suggestion and brined them for 2 hours then cooked them at 57C for 3 1/4 hours. They were very moist … --- ## [Fraudulent or misleading advertising, now resolved.](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/fraudulent-or-misleading-advertising-now-resolved/23892)
**Author:** [@Ragnhild](https://community.anovaculinary.com/u/Ragnhild)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2020, 1:04am UTC](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/fraudulent-or-misleading-advertising-now-resolved/23892 "2020-05-23T01:04:54Z")
Advertising a 46% discount as a black friday deal when the real discount is more like 20%. Im really dissapointed and Anova should be ashamed. --- ## [Custard](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/custard/26085)
**Author:** [@RainaS](https://community.anovaculinary.com/u/RainaS)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 22, 2020, 1:20pm UTC](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/custard/26085 "2020-05-22T13:20:42Z")
I was looking at custard recipes and saw that they use mason jars, so of course, I bought something else. I bought custard cups with plastic lids. Now I realize my mistake, because while you can screw on a jar lid not … --- ## [Corned beef had the texture of mashed potatoes!](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/corned-beef-had-the-texture-of-mashed-potatoes/25942)
**Author:** [@Mike9999](https://community.anovaculinary.com/u/Mike9999)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [May 21, 2020, 2:41am UTC](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/corned-beef-had-the-texture-of-mashed-potatoes/25942 "2020-05-21T02:41:30Z")
I’ve searched for recipes for a store bought, prepared corned beef brisket and found times and temperatures all over the map. 135F for 48 hours was tasty, but just a bit too chewy. 185F for 10 hours just didn’t sound r… --- ## [Anova Precision Cooker - Set a Timer](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/anova-precision-cooker-set-a-timer/26038)
**Author:** [@nunovilaca](https://community.anovaculinary.com/u/nunovilaca)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 19, 2020, 10:39pm UTC](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/anova-precision-cooker-set-a-timer/26038 "2020-05-19T22:39:01Z")
Hi everyone! Just got my APC today, and I’d like to know if it’s possible to set a timer, after which, cooking at a pre-defined temperature and time will take place? Say, turn APC on, meat on a recipient with ice, set t… --- ## [Precision Cooker Noise](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/precision-cooker-noise/25981)
**Author:** [@Maling65](https://community.anovaculinary.com/u/Maling65)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 17, 2020, 7:17pm UTC](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/precision-cooker-noise/25981 "2020-05-17T19:17:39Z")
I just used my new Precision Cooker and it makes a loud high pitch sound when it’s circulating. Is this normal? --- ## [New Precision Cooker won't maintain Temp](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/new-precision-cooker-wont-maintain-temp/25987)
**Author:** [@Stephen\_P](https://community.anovaculinary.com/u/Stephen_P)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2020, 9:04pm UTC](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/new-precision-cooker-wont-maintain-temp/25987 "2020-05-16T21:04:11Z")
I borrowed a friends older model precision cooker (800 watt version). I was able to maintain a 190F temperature in a 6 quart pot of water without any problems. Pot did not need to be insulated or covered. I ordered a ne… --- ## [New Anova App Horrible](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/new-anova-app-horrible/22593)
**Author:** [@Anthony\_D\_Cooper](https://community.anovaculinary.com/u/Anthony_D_Cooper)\ **Replies:** 43\ **Last updated:** [November 24, 2019, 10:45pm UTC](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/new-anova-app-horrible/22593 "2019-11-24T22:45:21Z")
Anova pushed out a new app for thier cookers last week and when I saw it I thought "are they kidding", you actually lose functionality and reliability. I'm running on Android and with the old app it was rock solid conne… --- ## [No circulation - motor not turning at full speed.](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/no-circulation-motor-not-turning-at-full-speed/25910)
**Author:** [@ThrPour](https://community.anovaculinary.com/u/ThrPour)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 15, 2020, 4:22pm UTC](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/no-circulation-motor-not-turning-at-full-speed/25910 "2020-05-15T16:22:28Z")
Hi, after using my Anova sous vide (Precision cooker) abut 10 times, the motor is not turning the circulator/blade at full speed. It’s obviosuly stuck. What can I do to solve this? --- ## [Hotel cooking - a call for recipes](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/hotel-cooking-a-call-for-recipes/4011)
**Author:** [@murrji](https://community.anovaculinary.com/u/murrji)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [May 12, 2020, 4:02pm UTC](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/hotel-cooking-a-call-for-recipes/4011 "2020-05-12T16:02:52Z")
Hello everyone, I received this as a gift and I'm really excited to have some fun with it. I'm going on to a trip soon and will be in a hotel for several days. It has no stove of course, and only a microwave and small r… --- ## [Anova PRO (North America) Bluetooth !!](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/anova-pro-north-america-bluetooth/25977)
**Author:** [@HotWand](https://community.anovaculinary.com/u/HotWand)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2020, 5:41pm UTC](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/anova-pro-north-america-bluetooth/25977 "2020-05-14T17:41:06Z")
The Anova Pro sold here in Canada seems to be Bluetooth capable; although this is not advertised by Anova. This feature appears to be dumbed down (deactivated) during initial setup. Is there a way to (re) enable this f… --- ## [Can Anova be use to cook broth and other non clear water liquid?](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/can-anova-be-use-to-cook-broth-and-other-non-clear-water-liquid/25908)
**Author:** [@lierstl](https://community.anovaculinary.com/u/lierstl)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2020, 11:23am UTC](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/can-anova-be-use-to-cook-broth-and-other-non-clear-water-liquid/25908 "2020-05-13T11:23:01Z")
If so, how do you clean afterward? I use the 2nd Generation Anova Precision® Cooker --- ## [Foodsaver bag for each steak individually?](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/foodsaver-bag-for-each-steak-individually/21286)
**Author:** [@BasilRules](https://community.anovaculinary.com/u/BasilRules)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [May 12, 2020, 6:39pm UTC](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/foodsaver-bag-for-each-steak-individually/21286 "2020-05-12T18:39:41Z")
I am planning in cooking about 10 steaks at once, while I understand the need to bag and seal each steak individually. Once the bag steaks inside the water pot. I am curious about the effect of having the bags touching … --- ## [Why Cant i make good steaks?](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/why-cant-i-make-good-steaks/6670)
**Author:** [@lordbodom](https://community.anovaculinary.com/u/lordbodom)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [May 12, 2020, 3:13pm UTC](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/why-cant-i-make-good-steaks/6670 "2020-05-12T15:13:11Z")
I am pretty new to sous vide. Had my machine for a while but never have used it a lot. Everytime I make steak I am really dissapointed. I look at all pictures of medium rare steaks cooked sous vide and they look amazing.… --- ## [Eye Round Roast](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/eye-round-roast/9823)
**Author:** [@mbaynard](https://community.anovaculinary.com/u/mbaynard)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [May 12, 2020, 1:49am UTC](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/eye-round-roast/9823 "2020-05-12T01:49:00Z")
I'm looking for some advice on cooking a 2 1/2 to 3 pound eye round. Not many recipes since many view it as not the greatest meat. I only found one for a 30 hour cook at 136 degrees F with just salt and pepper as a rub… --- ## [Pork Tenderloin cook time?](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/pork-tenderloin-cook-time/25900)
**Author:** [@posborne](https://community.anovaculinary.com/u/posborne)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 10, 2020, 1:21am UTC](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/pork-tenderloin-cook-time/25900 "2020-05-10T01:21:48Z")
Hello all…I get Hello Fresh and am wanting to Sous Vide my Pre-weighed Pork Tenderloins. They are 12oz total. 2 of them…about 2 in thick. Would an hour cook time work? --- ## [Bags with pump](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/bags-with-pump/25849)
**Author:** [@Sarah](https://community.anovaculinary.com/u/Sarah)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 8, 2020, 11:26pm UTC](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/bags-with-pump/25849 "2020-05-08T23:26:34Z")
Hi Newbie SVer here. Going to order Anova today. I was wondering if these amazon bags with pumps are good with marinades in them - will the pump work fine? Or should I get a simple bags and vacuum sealer with a moisture… --- ## [Cooking for a family](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/cooking-for-a-family/12369)
**Author:** [@jjomalle](https://community.anovaculinary.com/u/jjomalle)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [May 7, 2020, 12:12pm UTC](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/cooking-for-a-family/12369 "2020-05-07T12:12:44Z")
I just got an Anova for Christmas but don't know much about sous vide. While the app is great to an extent it is not perfect because I am completely unsure about cooking more than one item in a bath at one time. Even t… --- ## [Leaking bag, what to do?](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/leaking-bag-what-to-do/25869)
**Author:** [@guerra](https://community.anovaculinary.com/u/guerra)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 7, 2020, 11:08am UTC](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/leaking-bag-what-to-do/25869 "2020-05-07T11:08:46Z")
Did my SV cook, everything look fine at first but then noticed that the vacuum bag seal failed. Juices leaked into the bath, bath water leaked into the bag. A real mess. What do you do? Throw the whole mess out? Or do … --- ## [Corned Beef Dinner](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/corned-beef-dinner/19500)
**Author:** [@john.jcb](https://community.anovaculinary.com/u/john.jcb)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [May 5, 2020, 5:57pm UTC](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/corned-beef-dinner/19500 "2020-05-05T17:57:58Z")
Yesterday I made corned beef, cabbage, potatoes and carrots for dinner. I happened to be at Walmart's grocery picking up a dairy product that only they carry locally and I grabbed one of their packaged corned beef briske… --- ## [Sunday Roast](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/sunday-roast/25818)
**Author:** [@Curlie028](https://community.anovaculinary.com/u/Curlie028)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [May 4, 2020, 10:59am UTC](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/sunday-roast/25818 "2020-05-04T10:59:58Z")
Last night we enjoyed fantastic ribeye steaks, my third precision cook and thanks to my log, the little adjustments worked a treat. So I’m feeling a little more confident now and plan a 27 hour Sunday Roast for tomorrow … [Previous page](https://community.anovaculinary.com/latest.md?page=40) [Next page](https://community.anovaculinary.com/latest.md?page=42)