The Kitchenaid classic stand mixer has been the workhorse appliance in many kitchens for so long that it has become symbolic. Other companies have been trying to compete with in recent years, but Kitchenaid has not stood idly by. They have expanded their range to compete at the higher end on both style and function.
If you are someone that doesn’t cook on a regular basis, the basic Kitchenaid stand mixer will probably suit your needs just fine. This model, available in red or white, comes with a 4.5-quart bowl and three mixing tools: a wire beater, a flat beater and a dough hook. For any cake and cooking making, cream whipping and bread kneading you have to do the 250-Watt, 10-speed motor will help you in the kitchen.
For those who want a little more out of their mixer, or who are a little more fashion conscious, the Kitchenaid artisan 5-quart stand mixers offer a little more bowl capacity and a more powerful 325-Watt motor that can handle pizza dough with ease. More importantly, the artisan mixer is offered in a couple of dozen colors; you will sometimes see additional limited edition colors at specialty retailers. You’ll pay around $75 more than for the Kitchenaid classic stand mixer, but if you bake bread regularly, or you have to have a particular color to match your kitchen, it can be a good investment.
Some people are really serious when it comes to baking. If you are one of those people, then you may want to invest in the Kitchenaid professional 600 mixer. For another $125 to $150 over the cost of the Kitchenaid artisan 5-quart stand mixer, you get a 6-quart bowl and a beefy 575-Watt motor. The motor sports a couple of neat features such as a soft start to eliminate splattering and automatic shut-off. The Kitchenaid professional 600 mixer is offered in around a dozen colors, including a number of metallic finishes, so you should be able to find something to match your taste.
The entire line of Kitchenaid mixing machines can be adapted for a wide variety of tasks by adding on dedicated, purpose-built attachments, such as a meat grinder (for making fresh hamburgers or creating your own sausages), an ice cream maker, a pasta maker, and a juicer. If you make use of these gadgets, you’ll leave spare room on your counters and in your cupboards since you won’t need multiple appliances. You also needn’t be concerned about a motor burnout on a countertop appliance, because you will have a heavy-duty stand mixer to do everything.
Whether you make pizzas frequently or just bake a few cookies every so often, Kitchenaid will have a stand mixer that will suit your needs. The classic Kitchenaid stand mixer is a wonderful little machine that can help withmany kitchen tasks. If you can find someone else who will help you pay for one, then a costliet stand mixer becomes a very solid investment. This is why they are often found on wedding registries for newlyweds.
Look for a household name in kitchen appliances. Although other companies have tried to duplicate and compete against the Kitchenaid classic stand mixer, they haven’t been able to match the power and reliability that it provides. For those who want a little more, or who are a little more fashion conscious, the Kitchenaid artisan 5-quart stand mixers offer a little more bowl capacity and a more powerful 325-Watt motor that can handle pizza dough. Finally, there are individuals who take baking very seriously. If you count yourself among them, you might wish to treat yourself to a Kitchenaid Professional 600 Mixer.
- Moses Harun