A rare sale, the KitchenAid Immersion Blender is a must-have for the professional baker.

Thanksgiving is less than a month away (yikes!), and if the thought of preparing a multi-course meal for a group of people is stressing you out, there’s one tool that I, a professional baker, recommend adding to your arsenal. My faithful KitchenAid Corded Variable Speed ​​Hand Blender does everything from smoothing out lumps of gravy to whipping up butternut squash soup and turning it into a velvety delight. Oh, and you don’t have to carry a heavy pot of scalding liquid into the narrow neck of a blender and pray to be spared painful splatters—just use it straight in the pot. I even reach for it to make homemade whipped cream in a jiffy! This little gizmo is a true holiday workhorse, and as an early bird gift, it’s on sale on Amazon.

Why is this a good deal?

According to our trackers, this is the best price you’re likely to find on this best-seller (it’s only gone lower once all year). All 11 colors are 25% off, which is pretty rare—and the best price we’ve seen since July.

Why do I need this?

Before I got KitchenAid Corded Variable Speed ​​Hand BlenderI used one from a different brand; it died out after about a year. For some time I assumed that such devices simply were not designed to last, and it took me a long time to replace them. I finally decided to give it a try and the difference is night and day.

Firstly, it is much more powerful than many of its competitors, and will crush even the largest cooked vegetables in seconds. And considering that I’ve had mine for about three years, it has already outlived its predecessor. I mainly use it to smooth out soups and sauces, and as someone who makes a lot of homemade jam, it has become essential. (I don’t like seeds in jam, so it’s much easier to pass cooked fruit through a sieve.) When the holidays come around, my sauce always comes through the paddles, and I actually prefer the silky texture of the whipped cream I make with this gadget more. than what I get by doing it manually. Less work, better results? A win-win.

With one simple on/off button, it’s very easy to operate, although it’s not cordless so you’ll need a power outlet. To ensure nothing splashes on you, I find keeping the blade submerged in whatever you’re mixing is a helpful tip. this is from scratches on the bottom of the pan. (Allow the food to cool slightly before using the lid protector as it is not made of metal and may melt if it is too hot.)

Want to make a smoothie or a small meal that doesn’t require you to get out a big pot? The package also includes a 3-cup mixing pitcher with a measuring guide on the side, as well as a lid for storing leftovers. As for cleaning, the removable blade arm is dishwasher safe, although I usually hand wash it – if I rinse it quickly enough after use, any residue tends to slide right off. Much easier than cleaning a bulky old blender!

What reviewers say

It’s not just me who thinks so KitchenAid Immersion Blender worth having. More than 10,000 Amazon customers have given it a perfect rating.

Pros

“The power of the device is ideal for raw and cooked foods,” said one. convert. “It’s easy to use, saves space and breaks down food quickly. … The plastic casing is a plus because you can use it directly in your favorite pan without the worry of the blades damaging the pan. Mix the soup while it is still hot, without splashing or foaming. Definitely recommend this product.”

“Why did I wait so long to buy an immersion blender?” thought another satisfied customer. “I bought this because I’m having a tonsillectomy and will be on a liquid and soft food diet, but I used it a lot before the surgery. I have already made creamy soup, horchata, sauces and smoothies from it. The blender doesn’t handle solid or partially frozen ingredients like my Nutribullet.”

“This makes canning and other DIY food processing a breeze!” another one poured out happy home cook. “I make homemade hummus, mayonnaise and other sauces, and this blender makes it much faster! In addition, processing and canning tomatoes has become less messy.”

Cons

“It works very well and has good power,” the user wrote. overall satisfied user. “I wish it had a separate button for different speeds, but it has one button: when you press it lightly, it slows down, and when you press it all the way, it goes to the highest speed. I’m fine with that.”

“I used it for the first time for sweet potato casserole the other day and all I can say is wow!” exclaimed last fan. “It has a lot of power, is easy to use, and my potatoes were silky smooth. No lumps. … I love it as much as I love my mixer, and it’s not heavy. The only problem I had was trying to keep the protective cover from falling off. I’ll have to practice this.

Another tool that makes meal prep easier? My Cuisinart Mini Food Processor.

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The reviews above reflect the most current versions at the time of publication.

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