Stand Mixers!!!
Ok, after listening to a very long conversation about how amazing stand mixers are, I decided that it's time I should get one. But being a fulltime Culinary arts student with no money and no job, it's next to impossible to afford one by myself. So I begged, and pleaded and my mom decided that she'll help me buy one ...YAY!!!......only thing is, I don't know which one I should get..Cooks, Sunbeam, KitchenAid.....where do I even begin to make this decission? Affordability and durability is a must. What do you guys think? any recommendations?
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Permalink Reply by Diana Viera on
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I own both a Sunbeam and Kitchen Aid. My preference is the Kitchen Aid by far. Reason being is the first time I made my special cookie batter using the Sunbeam, the motor burned. Sunbeam was very good about it and sent me a new one but it is not made to handle heavy batters. My Kitchen Aid handled it like a charm! If you want good quality that will last you a lifetime, go Kitchen Aid. You can also purchase the separate attachments that attach to the Kitchen Aid as money is available, saving you time on buying them separately (ex: pasta attachment).
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Permalink Reply by Stampinsher on
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Nauricia,
I bet if you look at the recent discussion it might be very helpful for you to make your own decision.
http://www.cakeswebake.com/forum/topics/stand-mixers-your
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Wow, you make me smile! Another color for each type of caking sound fantastic! I would love to know where and how you store all of these. You are one very Lucky Gal. I would love to have a second KitchenAid myself but it is a want not necessary as of yet. I will think of an excuse some day soon, I hope! LOL
Debra J. Mosely said:Nauricia, Congratulations on being a full-time culinary arts student and realizing that you need a stand mixer! I applaud you. These mixers are amazing and save you tons of time straining to mix buttercream or heavy batters with hand mixers. I've been a fan of KitchenAid mixers since I burned out the last stand mixer (cannot remember the brand) years ago. I figured out that if I had put all of the money I spent on those "cheap mixers", I could have bought 2 KitchenAid mixers! Now I own 5 and as they come out with new colors, I get tempted to add another one to my collection!
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Permalink Reply by Karen Stickland on
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I just joined but thought I would give you my 2 cents worth. I have been baking my whole life (i;m old LOL) and I have ,ober the years purchased several "cheap" mixers. FINALLY I said thats enough! I researched, spoke to several bakers/chefs and the general census was Cuisinart. I purchased the Cusinart 61/2 quart and I LOVE IT. It is high end and I paid $500 canadian but I do see them on sale quite offen. It came with 3 beaters....I bread/dough, the paddle and the wisk. It seems to handle all jobs small or large and comes with a stainless steel 61/2 quart bowl. I did notice no one recommended this machine, which I was surprised at as my cake decorating class sveral of the students have this. Hope that gives you another option.
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Permalink Reply by Kathy Kmonk on
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I know what you mean about burning out mixers. I burned out two hand mixers and two stand mixers before I broke down and bought my first Kitchen Aid. My husband was not happy about it and said the amount I would use it did not justify the purchase price. Boy was he wrong. Since I started caking my Kitchen Aid has not been off my kitchen counter and I recently talked him into buying me the Professional 600 series 6 quart mixer for larger batches. I have them both on my kitchen counter. I love them both but I have to say the snazzy bright red 6 quart is my favorite. You can't go wrong with Kitchen Aid.
Debra J. Mosely said:Nauricia, Congratulations on being a full-time culinary arts student and realizing that you need a stand mixer! I applaud you. These mixers are amazing and save you tons of time straining to mix buttercream or heavy batters with hand mixers. I've been a fan of KitchenAid mixers since I burned out the last stand mixer (cannot remember the brand) years ago. I figured out that if I had put all of the money I spent on those "cheap mixers", I could have bought 2 KitchenAid mixers! Now I own 5 and as they come out with new colors, I get tempted to add another one to my collection!
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Permalink Reply by Deah on
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I agree with Karen. I have a Cuisinart 5.5 qt mixer. I upgraded from a Sunbeam. The power is outstanding. I make fondant in mine using the dough hook. I was able to get mine from Amazon for $249 w/free shipping. If it isn't on sale today it will be within the next 4 weeks.
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Permalink Reply by Jacqueline Ross on
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To the point .... KitchenAid ... I've been using mine 3-4 times/wk at least. I make cakes for extra money and my KitchenAid has assisted me throughout my baking and cake decorating. And, I've had mine for about 9 years now and it is still working. Eventually, I know I have to get a new one just in case this one retires soon!! Furthermore, I'm so glad I've invested in my KitchenAid. Good Luck w/ your search ... usually, you can find them for sale at department stores too!
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Permalink Reply by Carla Pratt on
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KITCHEN AID !!!!!!!!!!! DO NOT WASTE YOUR MONEY ON ANYTHING ELSE. and when you want to make bread or other things, you will LOVE IT ! i have the meat grinder attachment and love to grind my own beef. turkey and make healthier meals.
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Carla Pratt said:KITCHEN AID !!!!!!!!!!! DO NOT WASTE YOUR MONEY ON ANYTHING ELSE. and when you want to make bread or other things, you will LOVE IT ! i have the meat grinder attachment and love to grind my own beef. turkey and make healthier meals. i forgot to tell you if you ever have a problem with your kitchen aid they will fix it too ! so send in that reg. card !!
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Permalink Reply by jennifer henke on
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I have owned a Kitchen Aid and am very disappointed. I used it 4-5 times and put it away as I bought my own business and got too busy to use it. It was not used for a while and when I went to use it, it failed to turn on. A 300 dollar mixer only used 4-5 times and it broke. I don't think I will own another one. I have a sunbeam and love it. So far so good. Plus it came with a 2 year guarantee and I purchased another 1 yr. guarantee. Not sure if this helps...
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Permalink Reply by Sharon on
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So sorry that you had such bad luck Jennifer, you must have just got a lemon, for my daughter's Kitchen Aid Counter Top Mixer sat wrapped in my basement for 4 years...thats right 4 years. She got to busy to use it and I just felt it was not mine to use BUT the year I was starting to make fondant I broke down and asked if I may borrow it for my fondant making. After four years and a real good cleaning it worked like a charm. Actually this is what cemented me on buying my own Kitchen Aid. Sure hope that my daughter does not let it sit there for another 4 years...but if she does I bet it will work. I love my Kitchen Aid.
jennifer henke said:I have owned a Kitchen Aid and am very disappointed. I used it 4-5 times and put it away as I bought my own business and got too busy to use it. It was not used for a while and when I went to use it, it failed to turn on. A 300 dollar mixer only used 4-5 times and it broke. I don't think I will own another one. I have a sunbeam and love it. So far so good. Plus it came with a 2 year guarantee and I purchased another 1 yr. guarantee. Not sure if this helps...
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Permalink Reply by Jenny Maynard on
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KitchenAid...they are wonderful!!
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