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How to use a meat grinder
Meat grinders give you the versatility in the kitchen to transform your favorite cut of meat, succulent fats and aromatic spices into your own blend of ground meat. With the KitchenAid® Metal Food Grinder attachment, you can use the freshest ingredients to create mouthwatering recipes. Follow these tips for how to use a meat grinder and discover how it can help you make new recipes.
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Types of Leavening agents in baking
To get the best rise out of your baked goods it’s important to understand the different types of leavening agents. Learn about the four main types of leaveners – chemical, biological, mechanical and physical – and how they work to make baked goods rise.
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How to grate cheese in a food processor
Freshly shredded cheese is essential for countless classic dishes. The next time you're making cacio e pepe or artisan pizza, skip the box grater and try shredding cheese in your food processor. It’s quick, easy and creates fresh shreds that help with even melting. A shredding disc is best for grating cheese in a food processor. If your model doesn’t have one, explore KitchenAid food processors to upgrade. In general, freshly shredded cheese can be better for cooking than pre-shredded cheese. A block of cheese typically contains fewer preservatives so it may melt more smoothly and taste fresher. Read on to get step-by-step instructions on how to grate cheese without a grater so you can save time as you create luscious, cheese-forward favorites, such as homemade queso dip.
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How to make ravioli from scratch
When the mood strikes for a comforting dish that's both delicious and impressive, there's nothing quite like homemade ravioli. A delectable Italian dumpling made with a simple-to-make pasta dough, they can have a plethora of flavorful fillings that can range from butternut squash to ricotta, and is usually paired with a sauce to bring everything together. This guide can help you make ravioli from scratch in no time with a few ingredients and some tools.
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How to make an immersion blender smoothie
If you like to start your day with a fresh, cold smoothie for one, an immersion blender (also called a hand or stick blender) may be the missing element to your mornings. Instead of filling a full-sized standard blender, you can blend your fresh ingredients directly in your glass. Read on to learn if immersion blender smoothies can help bring fresh flavors to your mornings.
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How to make chocolate ice cream with the Kitchenaid® ice cream maker attachment
Perhaps the most indulgent of all flavors, chocolate is right at home in a rich and creamy bowl of ice cream. Learn how to make all kinds of homemade chocolate ice cream with your KitchenAid® stand mixer[1] using the Ice Cream Maker attachment. It’s as simple as mixing up the ice cream base, adding it to the freeze bowl and letting the mixer churn out your favorite chocolate frozen treat in less than 30 minutes.[2] [1] Sold separately. [2] Allow bowl to freeze 24 hours prior to use.
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4 Types of coffee beans: how to choose
If you’re a coffee lover, then you may find yourself on the hunt for the perfect bean variety to try. There are many coffee beans available for the coffee lover to explore, each type offering a unique flavor profile that complements a variety of drink, dessert and food recipes. Learn about the different types of coffee beans and how to choose them to add new flavor dimensions to your recipes.
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How to use an espresso machine
A good shot of espresso yields a rich and complex drink. But the process of making espresso itself doesn’t have to be complex. Learn how to use an espresso machine for cafe-style drinks in your own kitchen, and start experimenting with new flavors and techniques for your best cup. Easily create authentic-tasting espresso drinks right at home with the KitchenAid coffee collection. With products like the KitchenAid Burr Coffee Grinder and KitchenAid Semi-Automatic Espresso Machine, you can make smooth lattes, rich Americanos and tasty cappuccinos from home.
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How to use a KitchenAid stand mixer in 9 easy steps
There’s a reason KitchenAid® stand mixers are commonly gifted to newlyweds or new homeowners. These versatile appliances can be used for a wide variety of baking and cooking needs that go way beyond mixing cookie dough. A stand mixer can quickly become the center of any kitchen, helping passionate cooks, bakers, dabblers, and experienced chefs alike recreate classic dishes or discover something new. While it’s tempting just to toss in some ingredients and get mixing, it’s important to understand how to use an electric stand mixer to get the best results. This step-by-step guide will teach you about using a stand mixer so you can get the most out of your new appliance and unleash the full potential of your creativity across the kitchen.
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How to make homemade sandwich bread
A delicious, homemade loaf of bread can turn a humble sandwich into a meal worth remembering. From sunny picnics to office lunches, learn how to make homemade sandwich bread in your kitchen with a few simple ingredients and techniques to make every sandwich stand out—no matter what’s inside.
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10 Uses for a KitchenAid® stand mixer
You might think of a stand mixer as the ultimate kitchen companion for the avid baker. After all, stand mixers are fixtures on popular baking shows, where they help craft a range of doughs, cakes, breads and pastries. However, did you know that a KitchenAid® stand mixer can also grind meat, shred chicken, slice, dice, and spiralize vegetables? Thanks to a wide range of accessories and attachments combined with a powerful, high-speed motor, a KitchenAid® stand mixer is one of the most versatile additions you can make to your kitchen. No matter what you like to craft on your countertop, a stand mixer enables exploration that goes way beyond baking. So whether you’re looking to purchase a new stand mixer or want to get the most out of the one you own, here are ten ways your stand mixer can shine. Explore all stand mixer attachments from KitchenAid brand for even more culinary inspiration.
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KitchenAid® dough hook vs. spiral: which to choose?
Homemade bread and pastries add an artisanal touch to any breakfast spread or dinner party, and your KitchenAid® stand mixer can help your dough recipes come to life with ease. Understanding the difference between the types of dough hooks can help you choose the right option for your stand mixer. This guide will help you learn more about C-shape and spiral dough hooks, their uses and what to make with them.
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