Gifts for Cooks from KitchenAid

Nov. 9 /PRNewswire/ -- Whether the cook on your gift list is a big time "foodie" or a dabbler in the culinary arts, KitchenAid offers a wide selection of cooking tools that are sure to be appreciated in any kitchen.

KitchenAid Stand Mixer & Attachments
Ask any serious cook what's on their must-have list and if they don't already own one, a stand mixer is likely to be at the very top. Beyond its timeless design and eye-catching colors, the stand mixer is the Swiss Army knife of the kitchen. The secret to its ingenious design is a hub that accommodates more than a dozen optional attachments, each of which taps a powerful motor to perform a different function. So beyond making cakes, cookies and bread dough, the stand mixer can do everything from grinding meat and slicing vegetables to rolling out pasta dough and making ice cream.

KitchenAid Stand Mixers are available with either a tilt head or a bowl lift design. The tilt head design features easy bowl access and an 8-9 cup Flour Power rating, indicating the amount of flour its bowl can accommodate. The professional style bowl lift design offers a 12-14 cup Flour Power rating, accommodating enough flour to make up to 13 dozen cookies or 8 loaves of bread. (Suggested retail prices for the stand mixers range from $239.99 to $545).

KitchenAid Slow Cooker
A slow cooker enables even those with the most hectic schedules to easily create a delicious meal with fresh ingredients. KitchenAid has taken this popular kitchen tool to a new level with the industry's most powerful premium model. With a 400-watt heating element, the new 7-quart KitchenAid Slow Cooker is the industry's fastest at reaching USDA recommended temperatures.

A brand-exclusive Food-Temperature alert indicates when the cooking temperature falls below the recommended food safe temperature range. When the lid is removed during cooking, or in the event of a power outage, its reserve power enables the cooker to quickly regain optimum cooking temperatures.

Other features include a glass lid with a silicon seal to keep moisture in the cooker, a 10-hour programmable timer, and a buffet setting to keep food warm for up to 10 hours. (Available in Gloss Cinnamon, Onyx Black and Stainless Steel the suggested retail price is $149.99).

KitchenAid Blender
Whether used for smoothies, margaritas, pureeing soups or creating a flavorful vinaigrette, a high performance blender is a must for any kitchen.

The latest model from KitchenAid is the most powerful premium blender on the market. In addition to its powerful performance, its unique, dishwasher-safe polycarbonate pitcher is ultra lightweight, scratch-resistant, stain-resistant and virtually unbreakable. At 56 fluid ounces, the pitcher provides 40 percent more capacity than previous KitchenAid blender pitchers.

Specially designed contours in the interior of the pitcher help direct ingredients into the blade for fast and thorough blending. A soft, inner grip on the pitcher handle offers comfortable, non-slip control. The blenders are available in an assortment of KitchenAid signature colors and metallic finishes including White, Empire Red, Gloss Cinnamon, Onyx Black, Blue Willow, Tangerine, Brushed Nickel and Chrome. (Suggested retail prices on the blenders range from $129.99 to $179.99 depending on the finish).

KitchenAid Metal Toasters
Those in need of a toaster update will appreciate the style and performance of the new KitchenAid metal toasters. Color options include Blue Willow, Empire Red, Gloss Cinnamon, Onyx Black and Stainless Steel.

Featuring the industry's most advanced bagel toasting function, it allows for thorough toasting of sliced sides of the bagel while bottom sides are just gently browned. An Even-Heat System with an electronic sensor reads toaster temperature and adapts toasting time accordingly to ensure consistent browning slice after slice. A one touch warm button allows for the reheating of previously toasted items without additional browning (available in two-slot and four-slot models at suggested retail prices of $89.99 and $129.99).

Gloss Cinnamon and Blue Willow Countertop Appliance Collections
Gloss Cinnamon and Blue Willow, two recently introduced KitchenAid Stand Mixer colors, are now available in an expanded collection of countertop appliances. The Blue Willow Collection includes the stand mixer, metal toasters, a 7-speed hand mixer, a Chef's Chopper series food chopper, a 7- cup and 12-cup food processor and a blender. The Gloss Cinnamon collection includes the same appliances in the Blue Willow collection, minus the chef's chopper and 7-cup food processor.

To learn why chefs choose KitchenAid for their homes more than any other brand*, visit www.KitchenAid.com.

* Based on a September 2005 survey, KitchenAid was found to be the home kitchen appliance brand chosen most often by members of the International Association of Culinary Professionals when asked about refrigerators, ovens, cooktops, ranges, dishwashers, microwave ovens, electric mixers, blenders, food processors and toasters.

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