Anita
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Post by Anita on Nov 3, 2023 18:13:07 GMT
I have a stand mixer I almost never use because it doesn't have a lot of oomph, but never saw the need to "upgrade" to a Kitchenaid. Well, they have some models for darn near half off on their site right now, and since I have taken a deep dive into Dutch oven bread baking, I caved because of the bread hook alone. The mixer I have does a really crappy job with kneading, and these tired old wrists just can't hack the hand kneading anymore.
I guess I have joined the dark side! I kind of blame the peas because I've been reading about them here for years. 
Now off to look at other attachments. I already know I need that corer/peeler for my apple pie baking. Anything else I should get? Do I need the shield?
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Post by kristi521 on Nov 3, 2023 18:20:31 GMT
My first instinct was to say you do need the shield, but really I don't use it a ton. It can be helpful when you are putting a lot of flour into a mixture, but you can control that with lessening the speed too.
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pantsonfire
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Post by pantsonfire on Nov 3, 2023 18:29:59 GMT
I highly HIGHLY highly recommend the scale/sifter attachment. Then you do not need the sheild.
I have 4 KA (1950 3C White, 1940 3B Pink, 5 qt 2002 Cobalt, 2019 6 qt Pro Empire Red).
For attachments I have the sifter/scale, ice shaver, peeler/spiralizer, sheet cutter, shredder/slicer, and pasta press.
Have my eye on the pasta sheet roller/cutter.
Had the ice cream bowl attachment but never used it.
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Post by CeeScraps on Nov 3, 2023 18:34:20 GMT
I highly HIGHLY highly recommend the scale/sifter attachment. Then you do not need the sheild. I have 4 KA (1950 3C White, 1940 3B Pink, 5 qt 2002 Cobalt, 2019 6 qt Pro Empire Red). For attachments I have the sifter/scale, ice shaver, peeler/spiralizer, sheet cutter, shredder/slicer, and pasta press. Have my eye on the pasta sheet roller/cutter. Had the ice cream bowl attachment but never used it. Would the scale/sifter help with the flour explosion when making cookies? |
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Post by pantsonfire on Nov 3, 2023 18:38:05 GMT
I highly HIGHLY highly recommend the scale/sifter attachment. Then you do not need the sheild. I have 4 KA (1950 3C White, 1940 3B Pink, 5 qt 2002 Cobalt, 2019 6 qt Pro Empire Red). For attachments I have the sifter/scale, ice shaver, peeler/spiralizer, sheet cutter, shredder/slicer, and pasta press. Have my eye on the pasta sheet roller/cutter. Had the ice cream bowl attachment but never used it. Would the scale/sifter help with the flour explosion when making cookies? Yes. It attaches to the hub (front part of stand mixer where the silver round piece with screw is) and then has a shoot that goes down into the bowl. It slowly sifts the dry ingredients as it slowly shoots them down and mixes. |
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Post by pantsonfire on Nov 3, 2023 18:41:52 GMT
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Post by Zee on Nov 3, 2023 18:44:00 GMT
Now you're a proper Pea.  |
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Post by wallyagain on Nov 3, 2023 18:50:30 GMT
I love the meat grinder attachment and the spiralizer attachment.
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Anita
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Post by Anita on Nov 3, 2023 18:50:46 GMT
Now you're a proper Pea.  I finally made it! |
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Post by Anita on Nov 3, 2023 18:51:17 GMT
I highly HIGHLY highly recommend the scale/sifter attachment. Then you do not need the sheild. I have 4 KA (1950 3C White, 1940 3B Pink, 5 qt 2002 Cobalt, 2019 6 qt Pro Empire Red). For attachments I have the sifter/scale, ice shaver, peeler/spiralizer, sheet cutter, shredder/slicer, and pasta press. Have my eye on the pasta sheet roller/cutter. Had the ice cream bowl attachment but never used it. Thank you! I think I will add that sifter attachment to my list. It does look pretty cool. |
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Post by essiejean on Nov 3, 2023 19:46:12 GMT
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Post by Lurkingpea on Nov 3, 2023 20:02:11 GMT
I am adding that to my Christmas list. That way I can finally get rid of bulky food processor. |
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Post by Lurkingpea on Nov 3, 2023 20:04:46 GMT
I love the pasta roller too.
I hated the shield and got rid of it a long time ago. The sifter looks much better.
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Post by FuzzyMutt on Nov 3, 2023 20:07:07 GMT
I just bought the Williams Sonoma Blossom mixer about a month ago. I’ve wanted one for sooooo many years! Still haven’t used it…..
I’ve been waffling on the pasta attachments, I think I would actually use those more than any other baking type use. Also, the sifter thing, as we move into winter (and baking!) I totally need it!! Thank you for introducing me to something else I never knew I needed 🤣🤣🤣🤣
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Post by Karene on Nov 3, 2023 21:24:52 GMT
I've used my KitchenAid to make bread for years now, ever since my breadmaker died. It works great. I don't have any attachments but I did get the mixing piece with the rubber that scrapes the side of the bowl. It's much better than the one that comes with the mixer and doesn't have the rubber.
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Post by lisae on Nov 3, 2023 21:24:53 GMT
I never use the shield. Now the most important question...what color did you get?
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Post by FuzzyMutt on Nov 3, 2023 21:31:02 GMT
I never use the shield. Now the most important question...what color did you get? For sure the most important question! I chose the pistachio with a copper bowl—- The next day, I got a marketing email for the Juniper. Omg- I was so tempted to tote it back and get Juniper! I really think choosing a color is why it has taken me 25 years to buy one! (And the price- not a small commitment!) OP, what did you choose? |
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Post by Anita on Nov 3, 2023 21:38:39 GMT
I never use the shield. Now the most important question...what color did you get? Aqua Sky. It matches my kitchen! |
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Post by Anita on Nov 3, 2023 21:39:29 GMT
I never use the shield. Now the most important question...what color did you get? For sure the most important question! I chose the pistachio with a copper bowl—- The next day, I got a marketing email for the Juniper. Omg- I was so tempted to tote it back and get Juniper! I really think choosing a color is why it has taken me 25 years to buy one! (And the price- not a small commitment!) OP, what did you choose? The fact that Aqua Sky matched my kitchen is probably what nudged me over the edge to buy. |
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Post by lisae on Nov 3, 2023 22:25:42 GMT
I never use the shield. Now the most important question...what color did you get? Aqua Sky. It matches my kitchen! Ooh! Aqua is my favorite color. Enjoy! It will be beautiful and functional. |
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Post by CeeScraps on Nov 3, 2023 22:46:19 GMT
Oh goodness I need one don't I? Heeeeee............where do you recommend I get one from? |
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Post by pantsonfire on Nov 3, 2023 23:02:21 GMT
Oh goodness I need one don't I? Heeeeee............where do you recommend I get one from? I got mine at Kohls. It was on sale and I had Kohls cash to use. |
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Post by Crack-a-lackin on Nov 4, 2023 0:36:59 GMT
I just bought the Williams Sonoma Blossom mixer about a month ago. I’ve wanted one for sooooo many years! Still haven’t used it….. I’ve been waffling on the pasta attachments, I think I would actually use those more than any other baking type use. Also, the sifter thing, as we move into winter (and baking!) I totally need it!! Thank you for introducing me to something else I never knew I needed 🤣🤣🤣🤣 OMG! I don’t think I’ve seen the Blossom color before. That’s amazing |
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Post by padresfan619 on Nov 4, 2023 0:40:56 GMT
I use my meat grinder attachment multiple times a month.
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Post by GiantsFan on Nov 4, 2023 0:57:28 GMT
Yay! I love my KA mixer. I have the meat grinder and pasta attachments. I also have an extra bowl and an extra each of flat beater, dough hook and whip.
I use the shield every time I need to add flour or powdered sugar.
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Post by seaexplore on Nov 4, 2023 1:09:41 GMT
Welcome to the dark side... We have - ice cream attachment - meat grinder/sausage attachment - grain mill - pasta rollers (that DH gave to MIL who has never used them but we need to replace them with new ones for us- grrrr) I use the dough hook for pizza dough ALL the time! I use the beater attachment for cookies, cakes, shredding meat. I use the whisk for meringue and whipped cream. My mixer gets used ALL the time. |
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Post by JoP on Nov 4, 2023 9:08:42 GMT
In addition to the attachments it comes with I have the scale/sifter and have just ordered the pastry beater. My colour is Cranberry
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Post by stormycat on Nov 4, 2023 22:57:29 GMT
I used to joke that if the house caught on fire, I would grab the baby in one arm and the mixer in the other.
I finally had to replace the mixer I got when I was 16 abd going to baking school, it served me well for over 30 years.
My fav attachment is the ice shaver!
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Post by janeinbama on Nov 6, 2023 1:00:41 GMT
Congratulations to the new family addition! I have had mine since the 80’s and white was the only color. I’m off to research the flour sifter attachment 👌👍
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Post by 950nancy on Nov 6, 2023 1:03:05 GMT
I have the shield, but mine came with it. I really need it since I do use it for baking and that stuff flies. I also have the dough hook and the whisk.
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