You have to hand it to KitchenAid: with their stand mixers, these appliances have been able to give the traditional household mixer a run for their money. Stand mixers offer more power and versatility, but are they worth the cost? If you're looking for an answer, this blog post will provide you with all of…
How to Knead Dough (without a Stand Mixer!)
It's time to ditch the stand mixer and learn how to go at the dough by hand! Flour, water, and yeast make all the difference in this recipe for homemade bread.
It's time to ditch the stand mixer and learn how to go at the dough by…
When you're in a pinch and need to cook, you need an immersion blender for making soups, purees, sauces, dressings, and even hot oatmeal. But if you can't afford one or just don't have room in your kitchen for it right now — that's okay! There are lots of different types of immersion blenders out…
A common question many coffee enthusiasts have is, “What is the best way to froth milk and create rich foam?” Watch this instructional video and learn how to make a much more satisfying cup of coffee.
If you like your morning Joe topped with a thick layer of rich, fluffy foam, you'll want to know…
Yes, you can put ice cubes in a blender. It will make all the ice melt before your eyes and the blender become warmer. Even without the ice cubes, you should still blend your ingredients until they are smooth. You don't want to risk overdiluting them by not doing so!
How to Avoid Blender Damage…
There's nothing quite like a good, nutritious, and refreshing smoothie in the summertime. If you're looking for a few ways to make them more of the pumpkin pie variety, consider using an immersion blender and making your next beverage with almond milk instead of regular cow's milk or cream. More importantly, you can save time…
Don't have a frother? Have no fear! Here are some tried and true methods to beat the foam on your favorite latte.
Iced coffee is all about that velvety-smooth mouthfeel, but if you want to beat the heat, there’s only one way to do it. The secret ingredient? Freshly iced milk. But don’t bother running…
Pronounced 'pur-ee,' puree is a word that has two meanings:
1) the process of liquefying solid food in a machine or by hand
2) an appetizer consisting of pieces of fruit, vegetables, or other raw ingredients mashed together with a topping
Pureeing foods is an easy process and can be done in many different ways.…
Some people prefer to use heavy cream and others prefer to use whipping cream. Milk may also be used for this recipe with less intense results. The actual type of dairy isn't really important, but the percentage of fat in the cream is; heavy cream has 36% butterfat while whipping cream has 30% butterfat and…
One of the best parts about cold weather is the cozy feeling of drinking a warm cup of coffee or hot cocoa. But what really makes it special is when you have the creamy froth on top. Whether you want to top off your iced mocha with whipped cream, or are craving an extra rich…