Stick blender

[Steve H]

Well, my 30 year young cheap immersion blender started making grinding noises and getting hot while using it yesterday on a batch of ham and bean soup. Came out great by the way. Haven't made that in who knows how long ago.
Anyway, I decided to go with the KitchenAid 3 speed model. It came with some accessories I don't really need. But, I might use them anyways. The 3 speeds will come in handy. My old one was a single speed and at times was just too fast.

I'll add my thoughts when I receive it.

 

[tropics]

Looks good! I have an old one that still works .
Richie

 

[xray]

I’ve been meaning to get one, interested in your thoughts.

 

[shoebe]

We have that one and it works great

 

[SmokinAl]

We have one that is probably 30 years old too, but still working well.
I probably just jinxed myself!
Al

 

[Steve H]

We have one that is probably 30 years old too, but still working well.
I probably just jinxed myself!
Al

I hope not!

 

[Hawging It]

Well, my 30 year young cheap immersion blender started making grinding noises and getting hot while using it yesterday on a batch of ham and bean soup. Came out great by the way. Haven't made that in who knows how long ago.
Anyway, I decided to go with the KitchenAid 3 speed model. It came with some accessories I don't really need. But, I might use them anyways. The 3 speeds will come in handy. My old one was a single speed and at times was just too fast.
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I'll add my thoughts when I receive it.

Nice addition!

 

[Steve H]

Nice addition!

Thank you. Hopefully I'll get 30 years out of this one as well.

 

[mike243]

Mine is close to 15 years old and was low end when we bought it, is that 1 corded? will be watching for a review soon thanks

 

[Steve H]

Mine is close to 15 years old and was low end when we bought it, is that 1 corded? will be watching for a review soon thanks

Yes, it is corded.

 

[pushok2018]

I was thinking about this tool for some time already.... A lot of them to choose from. Waiting for your feedback, Steve... KitchenAid is a pretty reputable brand though. I know it can be used for many applications but what do you use it for primerely?

 

[Steve H]

I was thinking about this tool for some time already.... A lot of them to choose from. Waiting for your feedback, Steve... KitchenAid is a pretty reputable brand though. I know it can be used for many applications but what do you use it for primerely?

I'll be using it mostly for blending/emulsifying food while it is cooking or already in a pot. There are cheaper ones out there. But I went with KitchenAide because of their reputation. The chopper attachment I could live without. I just bought a 4 cup Cuisinart on sale. But, the whisk attachment looks interesting.

 

[Lonzinomaker]

I have a Bamix 2 speed. They are a little more expensive but it can puree 2 quarts of tomatoes into soup in a couple of minutes without getting stressed.

 

[Norwester55]

I've got a Cuisinart I picked up at Costco. The whisk attachment sure is nice for mixing brines. Sugar and salt dissolve fast!

 

[Steve H]

Got it today.

Out of the box. Seems well made and sturdy enough. I was hoping that would be the case due to its manufacture.

Immersion blender attached. Ran it through the 3 speeds. Little vibration, seems balanced ok. I'm thinking with the 3 speeds you can have better control over what you are doing. Not like that old trolling motor I had. I attached the whisk. And works good as well. I haven't tried the chopper cup gizmo yet. But I'm certain that will do what it is intended to do. Once I give it a real world try I'll post back up with the results.

Packed up in the included pouch. It is made from cloth with 2 compartments. Nice enough. But
I'm sure it'll get dirty quick. We'll see how well it can get cleaned when the time comes.