My brand-new stand mixer is an important part of my kitchen, and now that I've read these handy tips, I love it even more! Take heed of this advice and you'll be cooking up a storm in no time! |
1. Use your mixer - a lot |
Defects often show up quickly with new electronics. So, if you’ve just bought a new mixer, use it at least a few times per week while it’s still under warranty to ensure it’s functioning absolutely perfectly. If it isn’t, take it back to the store and get it replaced for free. |
2. Drape a towel over your mixer when it's on |
If you’re using your mixer to mix your next cake, try draping a towel over it before you turn it on. This will allow you to catch any flying ingredients and prevent them from making a mess all over your nice, clean kitchen. |
3. Shred chicken with your mixer's beater attachment |
Use your mixer to shred chicken using the mixer’s beater attachment. Set it to a low speed and use boiled chicken for the best results. Once the meat starts breaking up, you can increase the speed. Try doing the same if you’re making a dish containing pulled pork. |
4. Chill your bowl and beater for fluffier whipped cream |
If you’re about to make some whipped cream, trying chilling your mixer's beater and bowl before you start. The colder metal temperatures will give you a fluffy end result. |
|
5. Place a towel underneath for easy movement |
Need to move your mixer mid-way through using it? Try putting a towel underneath it before you start so you can slide it across a counter-top with ease. |
6. Use a shower cap to keep out dust |
Try covering your mixing bowl and associated attachments with a shower cap when you’re not using them to prevent them from getting covered in dust. |
7. Make a splash guard using an ice cream lid |
You can even try making your own splash-guard with a lid from a gallon ice cream bucket. Cut a hole in the center and adjust the opening based on the size and movement of your mixer’s paddle. You might need to hold the lid down when the mixer is on. Place the lid in the dishwasher when you’re done mixing. |
8. Store attachments within the bowl itself |
A neat little space-saving trick – place a towel at the bottom of your mixing bowl when not in use, and then store all your mixer’s attachments in the towel-lined bowl. This will prevent your bowl from getting scratched, save on cupboard space and also stop dust from settling in the bowl. |
9. Run your mixer for a couple of minutes prior to using it |
If you haven’t used your mixer in a little while, let it run for a couple of minutes prior to using it. This will allow the machine to re-mix the lubricant solids and liquids that make it run properly. Content and Image Source: The Krazy Coupon Lady |
Your Saucepan is More Useful Than You Thought...
If only I had known these priceless kitchen hacks sooner!
A Better Kitchen: 20 Tips You Can't Afford to Miss
How to make your kitchen one of the EASIER rooms in the house? Just check out these 20 tips that'll make your kitchen a much nicer place
Learn How to Cook Like a Pro With These 14 Useful Tricks
If you’ve spent the quarantine amping up your cooking skills, these kitchen tips and tricks will take you to the next level.
35 Cooking Hacks That'll Make Your Life a Whole Lot Easier
These 35 cooking hacks will make your life in the kitchen a whole lot easier.
How to Turn Simple Items Into the Kitchen Gadgets You Need
In this video, you will learn how to repurpose 13 kitchenware staples everyone has in their cupboards into much-needed gadgets!
50 Great Kitchen Hack That Everyone Should Know About
Spending time in the kitchen makes you realize that you can do things a lot quicker than you thought possible. Let me share my tips with you.
12 Words You Probably Didn't Know Were Acronyms
Without even realizing it, we are frequently incorporating many acronyms into our everyday lives!
What Are the Healthiest Cooking Oils? Find Out Here!
With so many oils available in shops nowadays, it's tricky to know which one to buy. This article gives you 9 of the healthiest oils on the market today,
Keep Your House Smelling Amazing with These DIY Tips
These are some of the best and cheapest things you can do to make any part of your home smell nice and welcoming.
7 Streaming Services You’ve Probably Never Heard Of
Looking for an alternative to Netflix, Amazon Prime, Disney+? Try these underrated streaming services.
6 Common Mistakes You're Likely Making When Cracking Eggs
These are the biggest mistakes people make when cracking eggs.
This Flower Arrangement Will Make Your Bouquet Stand Out
Got a bouquet of flowers? Here's how to stack them nicely in a vase.
20 Unexpected Things You Can Plant in February
You’d be surprised at just how many plants you can get planted in February!
10 Neat Kitchen Tricks and Hacks Every Cook Must Know
Neat tricks to help around the kitchen
11 DIY Lamp Shades That’ll Brighten Up Every Home!
Lighting makes all the difference in a house's atmosphere but is usually super expensive. now you can make your own lampshades at a fraction of the cost!
Relieve Joint and Back Pain with Desk Ergonomics Tips
Do you know how to set up your desk and how to work at the computer without wreaking havoc on your joints and spine? This video shows
This Is Why You Should NOT Reboil Your Water!
It can be tempting to reboil water for your hot drinks. But when ordinary water is over boiled or reboiled, the chemical compounds change for the worse. Learn about it here.
Here's All You Need to Know about Travel Medical Insurance
Planning a trip abroad? This guide will teach you everything you need to know about travel medical insurance!
NEVER Pop These 7 Types of Bumps and Blemishes
When it comes to bumps and blemishes, keep your hands off. Keep your complexion fresh and flawless with these handy tips.
The Smart Weight-Loss Tips No One Ever Told You
These simple daily changes can bring an avalanche of goodness to your body. I'm sure you've never heard at least half of these tips, but each and every one of them will have a small and meaningful effect on your weight loss.
Experts Warn Against Ordering These Foods at Restaurants
According to the experts, you should avoid ordering the following 8 foods at restaurants. You'll want to heed their advice.
Ten Things You Can Do With Sugar You Never Knew About
Sugar can do a whole lot more than just make things sweet.
5 Sitting Positions and What They Say About You
This guide will help you understand the meaning behind five common sitting positions that you may encounter in your daily life.
Clean Your Washing Machine With This Easy DIY Cleaner
This natural DIY formula will keep your washing machine safe and clean.
Why You Shouldn’t Keep a Bar Soap for More Than 2 Years
The following 10 personal hygiene products all expire sooner than you’d think and you must replace them regularly
Replace These Popular Drinks With These Healthier Ones!
The most popular cocktails contain alcohol and a lot of calories. Thankfully there are healthier cocktail alternatives. Take a look! The most popular cocktails contain alcohol and a lot of calories.
The 6 Most Common Mattress Shopping Mistakes You’re Making
Planning on buying a new mattress? Do keep these tips in mind.
What Does Your Handwriting Say About You?
These graphology tips will help you figure out what your handwriting says about you.
7 Proven Techniques for Testing & Fixing Christmas Lights
Test your holiday lights with these easy fixes.
The BEST Craft Idea For the Little Princesses in Your Life
Make this cute princess charm you can hang on a bag, and it's both easy and fun!
10 Excellent Uses for Mayonnaise Around the House!
Mayonnaise is a great complimentary condiment for food, but did you know there are multiple non-food-related uses for this kitchen staple?
5 Non-Toxic Ways to Rid Your Home of Mold and Mildew
Mildew and mold are pesky household invaders. Discover 5 easy ways to get rid of them using natural ingredients.
Imitation Foods Aren’t All Bad – Here Are 6 Safe Options
Imitation foods aren’t always bad. Some of them are actually good, while some are avoidable.
Cutting These Things In Half Did Wonders For My Wallet...
Cutting the amount of certain things you use in half is an excellent exercise in frugality. Furthermore, you'll save money. Here are 10 things to cut in half.
Keep Your Garbage Disposal Clean with This Neat Trick
If your sink's garbage disposal has started to smell, this is how you can eradicate it.
10 Features to Look For When Buying a New Washing Machine
If you’re buying a new washing machine, you should keep these tips in mind first.
Darken Graying Hair Using Potato Peels!
Do you spend a lot of time fighting gray hair? The following simple idea will allow you to darken hair graying quickly using something we all have: potato peels!
Did You Know? Your Pillow Might Be Ruining Your Sleep
Your pillow could affecting your sleep. This article will give advice on when to change your pillow, the best sized pillow and tips for buying a new pillow.
LIFE HACKS: 30 Practical Uses for Olive Oil!
3o things you can use olive oil for other than cooking with it.
6 Ways to Make Your Hands Look and Feel Younger
Give your hands a little TLC with these helpful remedies.
Vintage Beauty and Self-Care Tips We Should All Be Using
Here we feature 14 really effective, but often forgotten vintage beauty. Best of all, nearly all of these tips use items you have at home
Olive Oil Has so Many Different Uses - Here Are 25 of Them
Olive oil has so many different uses it's unreal. Here are 25 uses of olive oil that you may not have heard of!
12 Fruit and Vegetables That are Dangerous to Consume
Which fruit and vegetables have the most pesticides on them? Find out here!
A Word from Warren Buffett: Investing for Beginners
Unpack the genius of Buffet's philosophy and get a chance to understand the financial world through his eyes. Tune in, absorb, and let your financial journey flourish.
10 Reasons Why You Should Drink More Chamomile Tea
Chamomile tea has an incredible amount of uses! Check out our top ten here.
7 Steps That Will Help Break Your Addiction to Sugar!
If you're addicted to sugar, following these 7 steps will help you break this unhealthy addiction.
I Bet You've Never Thought of Using Wax Paper Like This!
There's so much you can do with wax paper. Here are 11 surprising uses.