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How to grind coffee beans at home
Grinding coffee at home can be a gratifying and important part of the brewing ritual. Not only does it produce a fresh, delicious tasting cup of coffee or espresso, it’s also easy to do with the right tools. Read on to discover more about why coffee beans that have been freshly and uniformly ground to the size that works best with your preferred brewing method will produce café quality results cup after cup.
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Pour over vs. drip coffee: Which brewing method is better?
While both coffee brewing methods are based on the same premise of pouring hot water over coffee grounds to produce a flavorful brew, there are some key differences between pour over and drip coffee. Each of these ways to prepare coffee differ in terms of the equipment used and the amount of control over factors including water temperature, pour speed and brew time. You might prefer waking up to the aroma of freshly brewed coffee from a quality drip coffee maker preprogrammed the night before. Or perhaps you enjoy the handcrafted precision made possible by the pour over method. Either way, you can kickstart your day at home using one of these two tried and true brewing styles.
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Juicer vs. blender: What's the difference?
The biggest difference between a juicer and a blender is how they process fruits and vegetables. Juicers separate the pulp, skin and other parts from fruits and veggies, leaving behind just the thin liquid of your produce. Blenders process and blend together all ingredients, including their pulp for thicker drinks like smoothies. Both are great for a variety of reasons. They’ll each make it easier to introduce more fruits and vegetables into your diet, while blenders are versatile kitchen tools that let you experiment with a variety of ingredients for all sorts of recipes beyond juice, such as cocktails.
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Types of blenders: how to choose
From summer smoothies to winter soups, the blender is a must-have in any kitchen. With so many types, sizes and features of blenders available, choosing the best type of blender can be tough. When deciding what to look for in a blender, it all comes down to which blender best enables your culinary goals and explorations. You may be asking yourself: what blender should I buy? How much room you have to store your blender, what recipes you plan to make and how often you think you will use it are all things to take into account when figuring out what the best blender is for you. We’ll break down the types of blenders and their uses so you can easily shop the best blender for your favorite recipes.
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How to make whipped cream in a blender
From lattes to chocolate truffles and mousse, whipped cream can be used as a creamy and delicious complement to many popular desserts and drink recipes. With a cloud-like texture as light as it is sweet, whipped cream can easily be made at home with a few simple tools and ingredients. Making homemade whipped cream is a great way to add a personal touch to your favorite dessert recipes. Read on to learn how to make whipped cream at home with a countertop or immersion blender.
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How to dehydrate bananas
Dehydrating bananas in an air fryer or countertop oven is a quick and easy way to make your own healthy snacks from scratch—all you need to get started are banana slices, an air fryer or countertop oven and a little bit of time. After dehydrating bananas, you can store banana chips in an airtight container to enjoy on their own or use them to add new dimension to your favorite fruit recipes. With the dehydrating setting on select KitchenAid® countertop ovens, you can experiment with exciting new textures for your ingredients. Follow this guide for a recipe for dehydrated bananas, tips for flavors and toppings and ideas for future use.
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How to use a blender
A countertop blender is one of the most versatile appliances in your kitchen. You can make anything from smoothies and protein drinks to hummus, soups, and even nut milks. Blenders allow you to experiment with new techniques and make recipes all your own. To get the most out of your blender, like these available from KitchenAid brand, proper setup and care are key. Use the following guide to learn how to use a blender for a range of creations.
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Why are my cookies flat? How to fix flat cookies
Making homemade cookies can be a fun way to get creative in the kitchen and satisfy your sweet tooth. Baking cookies can be a delicate process, and common mistakes can affect the texture of your treats. If your cookies keep coming out of the oven looking flat, crispy or greasy, use this guide to learn more about the possible causes and how to prevent them the next time you bake.
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How to shred cabbage in a food processor
Shredded cabbage complements many different types of recipes. It’s delicious to use in culinary creations such as coleslaw, sauerkraut, soup, salad, tacos and stir fry. And it’s a key ingredient in more ambitious creations, like homemade kimchi. Whatever recipe you decide to explore, a food processor can take the guesswork out of prepping cabbage. Read on to discover how to shred cabbage in a KitchenAid® food processor, along with other helpful tips and flavorful recipes.
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Food processor sizes: Find the right fit
To find the best food processor size for you, think of the kinds of recipes and quantities you like to make. Food choppers are best for quick, simple tasks or small portions. Mid-sized to large food processors can handle multi-serving recipes and can offer more versatility like shredding, slicing and julienning. You can find food choppers and processors from around 3 cups all the way up to commercial 20 cup models with a wide range of functions, accessories and settings. Read our guide to food processor sizes to discover the possibilities they can unlock in your kitchen, and what size is right for you.
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How to cook bacon in a toaster oven
Bacon can be a delicious addition to any meal or recipe whether nestled inside a savory breakfast danish, or encrusted in brown sugar and wrapped around delicate scallops. To help get just the right texture and help you multitask in the kitchen, cooking bacon in a toaster oven or countertop oven is a great option. Read on for a toaster oven bacon recipe and other helpful tips.
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Can you make smoothies in a food processor?
Smoothies are quick, nutritious and range from being a refreshment to full meals. They are incredibly versatile, and can be made using a variety of fruits, vegetables, bases and add-ons. The smoothie’s versatility doesn’t end at just its contents, however. You can create satisfying smoothies using a food processor simply by making some small changes in the order you add ingredients compared to making smoothies with a blender. While it may be more common to make smoothies and smoothie bowls in the blender, if you don’t have one, you can use a food processor to achieve similar results. You’ll still be able to use a variety of ingredients and liquid bases, though you may not get the same smooth and creamy smoothie that you get with different types of blenders.
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