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How to make homemade pancakes from scratch
Learning how to make pancakes from scratch is a simple task that lets you get creative with mix-ins, toppings and flavors. Use the recipe below to lay a solid foundation, then explore new alternatives to this traditional breakfast dish like orange buttermilk pancakes, apple ricotta pancakes or carrot pancakes with cream cheese syrup and candied pecans. Read on for more tips and tricks on making easy homemade pancakes.
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How to make and cook orzo pasta
Orzo is a unique and versatile rice-shaped pasta that can be made from scratch with a basic pasta dough and served as a side dish or added—hot or cold—to soups, salads, baked dishes and more. It can easily be incorporated into a variety of cuisines and flavor profiles. In its simplest form, orzo can be cooked like any traditional pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, drained, fluffed and tossed with oil or butter and served.
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How to make nice cream: recipe and tips
Homemade fruit-based ice cream, also known as nice cream, is a rich, creamy frozen dessert that you can make in your blender or food processor. With the option to make it sugar-free and vegan, it’s easy to customize the flavors and toppings to create an indulgent treat for even the most discerning palate. Read on to learn more about this healthy plant-based, dairy-free alternative to traditional ice cream and how simple it is to make it.
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How to make frozen coffee in a blender
On a hot summer day, getting your caffeine boost from an ice-cold frozen coffee hits the spot. With the help of a blender and a coffee maker, you can skip a trip to the coffee shop and make your own icy java-packed treat at home. Use this guide to learn how to make frozen coffee in a blender and explore different flavor combinations you can experiment with to perk up your daily routine.
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How to puree food using a blender: an easy guide
Your countertop blender can create silky smooth purees to help you make velvety soups, sauces, dips and more. Use the following guide to learn more about pureeing in a blender and explore puree recipes to inspire your creativity.
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How to make pulled pork with a stand mixer
Once you’ve used your stand mixer to shred pulled pork, you’ll never do it by hand again. Using a stand mixer to pull pork takes less manual effort and results in thick, juicy shreds. It’s also less messy than hand-shredding and easy to clean up afterward. Plus, you can add sauce right to the stand mixer bowl and mix to coat the pork after it’s shredded. Learn more about how to make pulled pork in a stand mixer along with tips on how to get moist, delicious results.
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How to mince chicken in a food processor
As a versatile, lean protein, there are a number of dishes that creatively use chicken, such as delectable chicken lettuce wraps or juicy chicken meatballs. These recipes call for minced chicken, which is not as common as other types of chicken but nevertheless allows you to be creative and inventive with recipes at home. A food processor helps you mince chicken at home, creating fresh, customized recipes. Read more to learn how you can use a food processor to level up your preparations of this essential ingredient.
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How to use a citrus juicer
Freshly-squeezed citrus juice is delicious on its own and can enhance the flavor of a variety of drinks and dishes. Using a citrus juicer can make food prep easier and help you add the juice of fresh lemons, limes, oranges and more to your favorite recipes without having to squeeze ingredients by hand. With the Citrus Juicer Attachment for your KitchenAid stand mixer[1], you can enjoy freshly-squeezed juice with less manual effort. This guide will help you learn how to use a citrus juicer to start incorporating fresh citrus juice into your favorite recipes, from homemade lemonade and margaritas to flavored baked goods. 1. Sold separately
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How to use a hand mixer
A hand mixer is a great kitchen tool that doesn’t take up much space, is conveniently portable and can be useful for whipping together recipes with small, light ingredients or recipes made in small batches. If you have a hand mixer, or you are considering purchasing one, read this guide to learn how to use it as you make your next kitchen creation. KitchenAid hand mixers are great for mixing, kneading and whipping and come in a variety of styles with a range of speeds to suit your cooking and baking needs.
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Immersion blender vs. food processor: what’s the difference?
Similar, but certainly not the same, a food processor has sharp rotating blades or discs that can slice, puree, shred, mix and chop a wide variety of ingredients. An immersion blender is typically used for making liquid recipes like soups, purees, smoothies and emulsifying ingredients for condiments like mayo and aioli. The immersion blender and the food processor are both mighty tools within their own right, and while they are often compared, each has strengths in different areas. While they may perform comparable tasks, they ultimately do them differently. Keep reading below to discover the difference between an immersion blender and a food processor, and get help understanding which countertop appliance works best for different tasks.
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Refurbished KitchenAid® stand mixers: are they worth it?
KitchenAid brand is the #1 Mixer Brand in the World[1] for good reason. Not only are KitchenAid® stand mixers versatile and powerful countertop appliances, the iconic design is available in a vast assortment of stylish colors and a variety of sizes. Purchasing a certified refurbished KitchenAid® stand mixer can be an economical and sustainable way to enjoy the versatility and iconic design KitchenAid offers. [1] Source: Euromonitor International Ltd. for retail sales revenue, USD, all retail channels. More information, including data ranges available at: mixerclaim.kitchenaid.com.
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What are quick breads and how do you make them?
Quick breads are a type of bread made without yeast, instead relying on other leavening agents like baking soda or baking powder. These breads require no proofing or rising time, which is why they're considered “quick.” Whether you're a novice or a seasoned baker, learning how to make quick bread can be rewarding and delicious.
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