Stand mixers are just what they sound like, a mixer with a built-in stand. Now a days, a stand mixer is more than just a mixer. Some have attachments that allow you to grind meat, shred cheese and vegetables, and even make ice cream.

You can see that this makes a stand mixer an essential for any cook.

Follow the instructions that come with your mixer to get the most from it. Once you have the basics down, you can search the web for tricks you can use to get even more from the appliance than you ever dreamed of.

Stay tuned for possible attachments.