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The Argument for White Handmixers

By on August 23, 2011
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Are plain white handmixers better than vibrant colored mixers ?

Well, I imagine you guessed it, they are the same handmixer  in different colored finishes. The advantage to the white mixer is that it is timeless. White in a kitchen will always work , no matter what the other colors are . I really like some of the beautiful colored mixers. But here’s the thing. if I get a cobalt blue mixer today to go with my new kitchen that has shades of blue in the backsplash, what happens if I can’t find a toaster in cobalt blue. What in the world will I do with that set of yellow canisters that aunt Jenny gave me for a wedding gift or that scatter rug by the door. There are just too, many things for me to think about if I seriously consider that cobalt blue mixer. That could just ruin my whole vision for the kitchen . But hey, If you really like cobalt blue or any other color for that matter, And you think it will brighten your day every time you mix with it, then Just go for it and enjoy . Cobalt blue is really beautiful.

 

The life of a Handmixer

By on August 21, 2011
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How long can you expect your handmixer to last ?

Just like people, handmixers have a life expectancy. What that is varies dependent on a whole lot of factors.  As you can imagine a sturdy well built mixer will have a longer life span. How much use the mixer gets and the type of care are also very important factors in how long you can expect your mixer to last. If you are using a light weight mixer to mix heavier mixtures, you can expect that it is going to shorten the life of the machine. If you are following directions that come with your mixer and cleaning and storing it as directed, then your mixer will serve you well for some time after the warranty is lapsed. Remember as well that quality will affect the life of your mixer , Well known established  manufacturers want their customers to be happy with the mixer. If you buy quality from  established manufacturers,  you so you can reasonably expect that they will stand behind their product. But the life of your handmixer will depend on you to take good care of it.

 

Sunshine Handmixer Muffins

By on June 16, 2011
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Sunshine Handmixer Muffins

Wake your family up to healthy muffins

Ingredients
1-1/2 cups (375 mL) all-purpose flour
1-1/2 cups (375 mL) whole wheat flour
2 tsp (10 mL) baking powder
2 tsp (10 mL) cinnamon
1 tsp (5 mL) baking soda
1/2 tsp (2 mL) ground ginger
1/4 tsp (1 mL) salt
2 eggs
1 cup (250 mL) packed brown sugar
1 cup (250 mL) mashed very ripe bananas
2/3 cup (150 mL) plain Yogurt
1/3 cup (75 mL) vegetable oil
2 cups (500 mL) grated carrots, about 4
1 cup (250 mL) chopped dates or raisins
1/2 cup (125 mL) chopped toasted pecans
12 pecans, halves

Preparation:
1. In large bowl, whisk together all-purpose and whole wheat flours, baking powder, cinnamon, baking soda, ginger and salt.
2. In separate bowl using your handmixer on high speed mix together eggs, sugar, bananas, yogurt and oil;
3. Pour over dry ingredients. Sprinkle carrots, dates and chopped pecans; Using your hand mixer on slow to med speed mix until dry ingredients are moistened.
4. Spoon into prepared cups until heaping but not spilling over; press pecan half into top of each.
5. Bake in centre of 375°F (190°C) oven for about 30 minutes or until tester inserted in centre comes out clean.
6. Let cool in pan on rack for 10 minutes. Transfer to rack; let cool completely.
7. (Make-ahead: Store in airtight container for up to 1 day or wrap individually in plastic wrap and freeze in airtight container for up to 2 weeks.)
Now all that’s left to do is clean your handmixer and store it safely away for next time.

Ten Tips for Taking Care of Handmixers

By on June 12, 2011
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The do ‘s and don’ts for keeping  handmixers in great shape

Handmixers reduce cooking time, and get rid of the toil that is commonly associated with kitchen tasks. Among other things, they are used to beat egg whites, whip cream, mash potatoes, and mix cake batter.

For heavier work, the heavyweight counterpart of hand mixers –the stand mixers–are preferred.

The hand mixer, as we know today, consists of three parts: beaters, a motorized unit, and an electrical cord.

The body of the hand mixer is commonly cased in plastic while the beaters are made of metal. It is the beaters that whip up a frenzy of action when they are submerged in the food ingredients.

 

TLC tips  for your Handmixer

1.    Purchase the correct mixer for the job you intend to do. Choosing the right hand mixer for the job is perhaps the most important step in keeping this appliance working properly.

2.    Read the product manual that comes with your mixer.

3.    Place your handmixer next to your baking station in its stand position ensuring that cords are not dangling, or near hot surfaces.( you do not want little hands pulling the mixer off the counter)

4.    Clean the beaters immediately after use. The best method is simply to agitate them in a bowl or cup of warm soapy water. Leave the beaters attached to the mixer, whirl through the soapy water until clean,

then rinse and air dry. Never put your beaters in the dishwasher, where they can get bent or rust over time.

5.    Wipe the handmixer clean after use with a warm soapy rag to loosen any batter from the surface. Do not scrub with a rough textured scrubber, it may scratch and damage the surface.

Never immerse your electric  mixer in water.

6.    Clean the vents around speed controls or near batter attachments with a dry brush to remove any flour or batter that may have entered them

7.    Wipe the electrical cord with a damp cloth then dry with a dry cloth to prevent moisture from sitting in crevices,

8.    Never unplug the mixer while it is running and never unplug by pulling on the cord.   Inspect the mixer after use to insure that it is in good electrical condition prior to its next use.

9.    Inspect the cord length checking for breaks or weak spots especially at plug end. Carefully coil the dry cord and secure with a stretch band. Do not wrap it around the mixer.

10.    Store your mixer together with the attachments in a handy place, perhaps next to your baking area.

With this type of care your handmixer will serve you well for many years in the future.