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February 2008
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Comparing the types Mixers

Choose machines that excel at the tasks you do most
Hand mixers.
HAND MIXERS

Best for: Whipping cream or egg whites; mixing cake batter; mashing potatoes.

But: Not as good as some stand mixers at heavy-duty tasks.

Price: About $10 to $75.
Stand mixers.


STAND MIXERS

Best for: Whipping cream or egg whites; mixing cake batter and cookie dough; kneading bread dough.

But: Take up space.

Price: Huge range, about $40 to $400.