Through the ages, Americans have received so many good things from our brethren across the pond- English muffins, English Breakfast tea, English toffee, English language, England Dan and John Ford Coley, English Leather (well maybe not that last one). One of the more recent imports, though not much of a technological wonder, happens to be one of my favorites just below English muffins (and that's saying a lot). The electric tea kettle, common for years in most British homes has finally made its way into the hearts and kitchens of many Americans. I was given mine by my Englishwoman sister-in-law who makes the most perfect cup of PG Tips I've ever had. In 70 seconds this ingenious appliance brings a cup of water to boil. Gone are the days of piercing whistles and scalding metal kettles. But it's not just good for tea. In 70 seconds I can have a cup of soup, Hazelnut International Coffee or a creamy cocoa.
Its greatest feat, however, came on Christmas Eve.
Before my family was due to arrive, I jumped in the shower and lathered up my hair at the very moment the plumber was working on a leaky pipe downstairs. Just as the suds were at their peak, the water ran dry and all I heard was the hollow groaning of empty pipes. Cold water was plentiful, but I am not that strong. Once upon a time, I would have boiled water on the stove top and waited, shivering in the kitchen for lukewarm bath water. But not this time. In no time at all, I was filling up the tub with steamy water courtesy of my electric tea kettle. Christmas was saved. I love you Electric Kettle.
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