{"product_id":"elite-gourmet-ect-3100-4-slice-long-slot-toaster-extra-wide-slots-for-bagels-texas-toast-stainless-steel-finish","title":"Elite Gourmet ECT-3100 4-Slice Long Slot Toaster - Extra Wide Slots for Bagels \u0026 Texas Toast - Stainless Steel Finish","description":"\u003cul\u003e  \u003cli class=\"a-spacing-mini\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e EXTRA WIDE \u0026amp; LONG SLOTS FIT WHAT OTHER TOASTERS WON'T: Two long slots (10\" × 1.5\") fit full bagel halves flat, thick sourdough, Texas Toast, artisan loaves, English muffins, and waffles. Four full slices toast at once. Best results: always toast 2 slices per slot (one in each), with slices directly opposing each other for balanced heat distribution.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli class=\"a-spacing-mini\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e 6 BROWNING SETTINGS — FROM BARELY WARM TO PERFECTLY DARK: A full dial from Level 1 (light, barely warm) to Level 6 (deep, dark, crunchy) gives you genuine control over your toast. New toaster tip: run one empty cycle at your preferred setting before first use — this clears manufacturing residue and delivers the most even browning from day one.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli class=\"a-spacing-mini\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e REHEAT, DEFROST \u0026amp; CANCEL — THREE FUNCTIONS MOST TOASTERS SKIP: Reheat warms previously toasted bread at low heat without re-toasting or burning. Defrost goes straight from freezer to table in one cycle (great for frozen waffles, bagels, and French toast). One-touch Cancel stops and ejects immediately, anytime.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli class=\"a-spacing-mini\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e BUILT-IN WARMING RACK HEATS PASTRIES WHILE YOU TOAST: Push down the warming rack lever and the rack pops up, ready to warm croissants, buns, rolls, and pitas on top while bread toasts below. Everything arrives at the table warm at the same moment — a feature most toasters at this price simply don't include.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli class=\"a-spacing-mini\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e CORD STORAGE, SLIDE-OUT CRUMB TRAYS \u0026amp; HIGH-LIFT LEVER: The 36\" cord wraps neatly into built-in base storage, keeping your counter clean. Slide-out crumb tray clicks out, empty in seconds, and clicks back in. The high-lift pop-up lever safely raises even small slices above the slot edge for easy retrieval. ETL certified. 1-Year Warranty backed by Elite Gourmet's US-based support team.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli class=\"a-spacing-mini\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e TRUSTED BRAND: As a trusted brand for over 40 years, Elite Gourmet has delivered high quality and stylish kitchen products that are affordable \u0026amp; user friendly. Call, email, or live chat with us, our US-based support team responds quickly to all inquiries.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c!-- show up to 2 reviews by default --\u003e\n                   \u003cp\u003e    \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eToast More. Stress Less.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMost toasters were designed for standard sandwich bread. The Elite Gourmet 4-slice long slot toaster was designed for the way people actually eat — thick sourdough, everything bagels, Texas Toast, frozen waffles, artisan rolls, and more. Two long slots (10\" × 1.5\") fit four full slices simultaneously without squishing, balancing, or jamming.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eFor best results:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This toaster uses all four heating elements simultaneously across both slots, which is what gives it such even, efficient heat. Load one slice into each slot with slices directly opposing each other for the most balanced browning. When toasting fewer slices, dial your browning setting down by 1–2 levels — the toaster will still run all elements, so it heats faster with less bread.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eBefore your very first use:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Run one empty toast cycle at your preferred browning setting. You may notice a faint odor — this is normal manufacturing residue burning off safely, and it will not return. After this one step, you're set for consistent, even results every time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eSix browning settings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e go from Level 1 (barely warm, soft) to Level 6 (deep golden dark). Thicker breads like bagels naturally need a higher setting or a second cycle — their moisture content requires more time, which is completely normal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eThe built-in warming rack\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is the feature customers rave about most. Push down the lever, lay croissants or buns on top, and everything comes out warm at the same moment your toast pops up. (Note: use the rack only for dry items — not buttered, iced, or filled buns.)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCleanup takes about 30 seconds. Two slide-out crumb trays pull out, empty into the trash, and click back in. The brushed stainless steel exterior wipes down with a damp cloth. The 36\" cord stores in a built-in compartment under the base.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBacked by a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003e1-Year Limited Warranty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and Elite Gourmet's US-based customer service team at shopelitegourmet.com.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e    \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TheTrendlyy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47805177135287,"sku":null,"price":64.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0724\/9605\/4455\/files\/81Go5X4RJgL._AC_SL1500.jpg?v=1777309521","url":"https:\/\/thetrendlyy.com\/products\/elite-gourmet-ect-3100-4-slice-long-slot-toaster-extra-wide-slots-for-bagels-texas-toast-stainless-steel-finish","provider":"TheTrendlyy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}