Advantages of a Stand Mixer

March On
Both stand mixers and hand mixers reign in the hierarchy of kitchen appliances. Hand mixers march into attack to whip cream and beat instant cake mixes, working with any bowl or pot. Those equipped with hooks can tackle small batches of dough.

Stand mixers maintain their post and take command of all mixing, whipping, and kneading battles. Their artillery inventory consists of advanced weapons like can openers, food processors, meat grinders, ravioli makers, slicers, and blenders to transform your mixer into a one-man army.

The Supreme Ruler
In retreat on the kitchen counter, stand mixers maintain a stature of respect with advanced controls, sleek engineering and designer colors. Stand mixers powered with 350-500 watts and five- to six-quart mixing bowls easily turn out two or three loaves of bread per batch and double batches of cookie dough. If the troops in your household are increasing, and if you entertain a lot, a stand mixer is your best weapon of attack.

As leader-in-chief, evaluate your cooking plan. Your hand mixer should never be retired, but if you are using your hand mixer multiple times in one week, or it is limiting your cooking abilities, then it is time for a more forceful general to assume the post.

Retreat and Regroup
A few tips when selecting your stand mixer:

10 speeds allow for advancement, fewer speeds will do
For frequent use and prolonged life, purchase a machine with 300+ watts
200- to 250-watt machines can poop out and need to rest before completing the job
Beaters should cover circumference of the bowl to avoid unmixed ingredients
Tall bowls hinder adding ingredients when the mixer is in motion; wide bowls are preferred
Bowls and attachments should lock tightly into place
Stores offer extended service warranties on appliances - save your money! Reliable companies furnish one- to three-year hassle-free warranties on reputable products

Advantages of a Stand Mixer

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