Cuisinart SM-70 7-Quart Stand Mixers
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Manufacturer: CuisinartBrand: Cuisinart
Kitchen and Housewares Reviews of Cuisinart SM-70 7-Quart Stand Mixers
Customer Review: Versitile, Easy to Use and looks Great too!
Summary: 5 Stars
I've had this mixer (seven quart) since August 2009. I enjoy cooking and baking and bake a few times per week. My bread machine died earlier this year. I was going to replace it with another bread machine when another friend,who happens to be an avid baker as well, suggested I look into stand mixers. Up until this point I used a hand mixer for anything other than bread.
I read reviews for Kitchen Aid, Bosch and Cuisinart and went with the Cuisinart. I'm very happy with the decision. First, this mixer does an excellent job of mixing everything I've tried. I've done breads, muffins, cakes, cookies, potatoes and meat loaf. I've never had any ingredients left at the bottom of the bowl. The tapered shape of the bowl allows me to mix a single batch of chocolate chip cookies (which I just finished) or a double batch of pepperoni rolls I made for a party that required almost seven cups of flour. There is no straining of the motor when I add more flour, nuts or chips. It vibrates a bit on the counter but not to where it's moving all over. It has 12 settings which give me greater control on the mixer speed. The splash guard keeps ingredients in the bowl. The side shoot on the guard is a nice feature as it allows you to add other ingredients while mixing. I've found it's best to use a 1/4-1/2 cup measure to pour in chopped ingredients or flour. If adding lots of flour it may be better just to leave the splash guard off. It mixes well enough that I only need to scrape down the sides of the the bowl once if at all. And just a side note, it makes super fluffy mashed potatoes with the whisk. Set it on at least seven if not eight.
Second,it is so easy to operate! The three mixing attachments, paddle, whisk, and dough hook go in and out with ease. The base has a removable rubber mat that keeps the bowl from "sticking" while mixing. A simple,firm twist and the bowl comes right out. The head lifts far enough to clear the bowl without knocking the beater. The timer is so handy and easy to use. I used it to knead my bread. I can go about doing other prep work without having to stand and wait for the mixer. It even has a fold option where it goes around one an a half times!
Third, it is a breeze to clean! Everything, the mat, paddles, and bowl are dishwasher safe! I wipe down the body with Windex and it's done!
I use this mixer at least once or twice a week. It's big and heavy so I wouldn't recommend hauling it out from under your cupboards. Mine has a permanent home on the counter. I don't mind, it very sleek looking. Even my friend, a devoted Bosch fan ,is jealous of my super cool looking mixer.
I recommend this mixer to anyone who enjoys baking on a fairly regular basis. Yes, I had sticker shock when I first looked at the prices but if you bake and shape your own breads, like making cookies, pies, cakes and sharing with family, co-workers or neighbors this is the mixer for you! It is worth the money! But shop around. I paid $377. on Amazon and that was a pretty average price.If you like baking once in a while and usually only do small batches, or if you don't like equipment on your counters I would stick to a hand mixer.
Description of Cuisinart SM-70 7-Quart Stand Mixers
Cuisinart is changing the way the world mixes! This phenomenal new stand mixer delivers more power, more capacity, and more options - and it comes with the best name in the business!Stand Mixers
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