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Make the most out of your products with a selection of growing blogs about KitchenAid products. Need to understand how to maintain your mixers? Or understanding the difference between blenders and processors? We’ve got you covered here.

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Hand mixer buying guide

Hand mixers are typically classified by speed settings, but they can also vary by included attachments, beater types, noise levels, wattage and more. Read through the guide below to learn more about 7 factors to consider to find the best hand mixer for you, then discover uses for hand mixers broken down by common speed settings.

What to use instead of a food blender

A blender can be a trusty side-kick in the kitchen, but a handful of other kitchen appliances can help carry the load when your blender isn’t accessible. Read on to learn more about alternative appliances and methods for preparing everything from soups and salad dressings to crushed ice and smoothies.

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Different blender speed settings and what they do

From soups and sauces to nut butters and smoothies, blender speed settings are designed to puree, crush and liquefy ingredients. Kitchen blenders are a great tool when making recipes that you drink, drizzle or dip. The perfect blend consistency can depend on the blender setting you use. If your blender has multiple setting options, you may wonder if you’re using it to the best of its ability. This guide helps you understand blender settings so you can choose the ideal blend for your recipe.

How to clean an air fryer in 4 steps

When it comes to exploring the many possibilities for your ingredients, an air fryer is a great way to experiment with and transform your recipes. From flavorful meats and desserts to crispy vegetables, your air fryer can help you add a new dimension to your favorite foods. Cleaning your air fryer after each use can help ensure the appliance is ready to use for next time. Knowing how to deep clean your air fryer can also help prevent the build up of food and residue inside the basket over time. This guide will help you learn how to clean your air fryer so you can enjoy air fried creations that are crispy on the outside and deliciously moist and tender on the inside.

Countertop ovens vs. Regular ovens

A countertop oven is a smaller version of the range ovens or wall ovens found in most American kitchens today. Countertop ovens bring many full-sized oven benefits and capabilities down to a convenient, compact size that fits on your counter. This smaller version of a kitchen range oven or wall oven is perfect for extra small kitchens or creating single dishes. Equipping your kitchen with a countertop oven and a full-sized oven can also help you simultaneously prepare larger meals with different cooking requirements. Opt for a convection countertop oven to expand your culinary versatility and bring new cooking techniques like air frying to your kitchen

What is an immersion blender?

An immersion blender is a multi-purpose kitchen tool that can help unlock new techniques for a range of recipes. It’s called an immersion blender because you immerse the blender blades into your ingredients, rather than pouring ingredients into a blender jar like other types of blenders. Also called hand blenders or stick blenders, a handheld immersion blender can perform many of the same tasks as a standard blender. This means that you can substitute an immersion blender in many recipes that call for using a blender to combine or process ingredients, such as easy blended soups or lightly lemony blender cheesecake.

Types of tea kettles: The ultimate kettle buying guide

Tea kettles are a time-honored kitchen essential designed to boil water for hot beverages, soups and more. They come in a variety of materials, colors and styles to suit your decor and your brewing style. Read on to discover the different types of tea kettles, including stovetop, electric kettles and gooseneck kettles and learn which one is best suited to your kitchen.

Food processor vs. mixer: What is the difference?

There’s no doubt that both KitchenAid^® food processors and stand mixers are versatile and powerful tools for any culinary endeavor. With a variety of functions, both mixers and food processors allow you to whip, mix, chop, mince and more when using different attachments and accessories. So, no matter where you stand in the food processor vs. stand mixer debate, they can both be invaluable kitchen tools.

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How to use a milk frother

Milk frothers come in many shapes, sizes and styles and allow you to create a range of specialty coffee drinks in your own kitchen. Learn about the different types of milk frothers from handheld to automatic and how to use them. Skip the coffee shop and create your own customized coffee drinks just the way you like them with the best milk frother for your recipes. Once you’ve mastered the milk frother, learn how to make the best cup of coffee at home.

How to clean a toaster inside and out

A pop-up toaster is a compact kitchen appliance that can deliver a satisfying crunch to just about any kind of bread, bagel and even some pastries. Using different settings, you can toast items to the shade and level of crispiness ideal for your taste. The heating coils inside the toaster slots can deliver an even level of cooking to both sides of your food. If crumbs and other food particles accumulate inside your toaster, this can affect proper function. Similar to other countertop appliances, a toaster requires regular cleaning. Read on to learn how to clean a dirty toaster and get tips on regular maintenance and care.

Toaster oven vs. countertop oven: What's the difference?

Toaster ovens and countertop ovens are great for roasting veggies, broiling meat, toasting bread and more. When you’re shopping for a compact oven for your countertop, it can be helpful to understand the differences between toaster ovens and countertop ovens. The terms countertop oven and toaster oven are often used interchangeably, but they have traditionally been different appliances. Use this guide to compare toaster and countertop ovens to learn which option is the right choice for the way you make.

Hand mixer attachment uses

Hand mixers are a convenient go-to appliance as you whip, beat or mix the ingredients of your favorite creations. They provide flexibility to move about the kitchen, and some models like the KitchenAid^® Cordless 7 Speed Hand Mixer offer extra convenience because you are not tethered to one spot with a cord. Hand mixers typically come with two beaters, which are versatile and useful for many recipes. Other hand mixer attachments include a whisk, dough hook and blending rod. Read this guide to learn more about hand mixer attachments and how you can use them in your next culinary adventure.