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Mixer

Do You Bake A Lot?
Counter Top Kitchen Appliance

A stand or countertop Mixer is an expensive kitchen appliance. You can easily justify owning one if you bake a great deal and have the kitchen space needed for one. Otherwise you can probably get along fine with a quality hand mixer.



Yes, I bake frequently, both at home and at the restaurant. It really is one of my favorite things to do. I own several of these wonderful machines, thank goodness!


A Hobart machine was used at the restaurant for many years. When it finally needed to be replaced, I bought a KitchenAid. In fact, I bought two 5 quart KitchenAids. They are used every day, several times a day, for a variety of tasks. After four years they are still working fine.

I have another 5 quart KitchenAid at home. I use it for a variety of jobs including kneading dough for bread and cookies (with my grand daughter's "help"). So far I haven't had any problems with the machine.

viking mixer

delonghi mixer

I personally believe KitchenAid has owned this specific market space for home use for years. But I am watching others gaining some ground on the market, specifically Viking and DeLonghi.


What are the most important things to consider when buying such a machine?
  • You should buy one with at least a 4 1/2 quart bowl. This gives you enough room for making rolls and other breads. Anything smaller means you can probably get by with a hand-held unit.
  • The motor (and its warranty).
  • The manner in which the beater/mixer rotates. It must have a circular motion around the bowl while turning at the same time. Two motions at once.
  • The number or range of speed settings.
  • The over-all size and weight. Remember, these are heavy machines. You don't want to have to move them very often. Mixers are made heavy so they don't "walk off" your counter.
  • These stand appliances also have attachments, such as pasta rollers and meat grinders, that expand their usefulness beyond simple mixing. See what comes with the machine you are considering.
  • What does such a kitchen machine cost? Always important!


    • Use the link below to do some research. Read the customer comments about each of the machines you might be considering. Check warrantees also.

    Do I have a specific recommendation? Yes, I will "go out on a limb" based on my experience and research.

    kitcheaid 5 quart mixer

    Think seriously about the KitchenAid KSM150PSER Artisan Series 5-Quart pictured here. It is a new series by KitchenAid. Click on the link and you can read the details about it, why I like this specific kitchen appliance and why others like it as well.



    Donna
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