 | A stand mixer may be the home cook's best friend. Whether you bake for pleasure, or feel like you need a team of elves to keep up with the endless school bake sales and holiday madness, a stand mixer's appeal is simple: It does most of the work for you, and does it much faster than you could by hand, or even with a portable mixer. |
 | Out of all the kitchen appliances I own, my stand mixer is the one I use most. These mixers are not cheap, but they are worth it in the time they save in the kitchen. I own a KitchenAid, and would highly recommend this brand as it is the gold standard. |
Sure, you've been to the mall and seen the big, pretty stand mixers, but are they really necessary for the home cook? These pros and cons can help make your decision easier. |
 | Chances are that if you do much cooking, the time will come when you'll need some version of a hand blender. Whether you're a professional chef with top-of-the line equipment, or a home cook just learning the ropes, there are a few basic things to look for before you buy. |
 | For those of us who bake, kitchen hand mixers are an important, labor saving tool. These hand held kitchen appliances use a motor to propel a set of beaters which evenly mix, fold, beat, blend, or whip food ingredients. |
