Hamilton Beach 63220 Use & Care - Page 10

840142500 ENv00.qxd 10/25/05 9:11 AM Page 10 Stand Mixer Tips General Mixing Tips Place liquid ingredients in bowl first and then add dry ingredients. Always stay near Mixer during use. To begin mixing, use the low setting until the ingredients are thoroughly combined. This will reduce spattering. Adding Ingredients Always add ingredients as close to the sides of the bowl as possible, not directly into the moving beater. The Pouring Shield can be used to help add ingredients. Cake Mixes When preparing package cake mixes, use Speed 2 for low speed, Speed 4 for medium speed, and Speed 6 for high speed. For best results, mix for the time stated on the package directions. Liquid Mixtures Mixtures containing large amounts of liquid ingredients should be mixed at lower speeds to avoid splashing. Increase speed only after the mixture has thickened. Thin Batters When mixing thin batters use medium speeds and frequently stop the mixer to scrape the sides of bowl with a spatula. Flat Beater Tips • Use the flat beater attachment to mix: CAKES COOKIE DOUGH FUDGE POTATOES • Cookie dough is one of the thickest doughs to mix. Make it easier by following these tips: ✔ Have butter or margarine at room temperature. ✔ Add ingredients one at a time, thoroughly mixing after each addition. ✔ Add flour one cup at a time. ✔ If the mixer seems to struggle, increase the speed setting. Dough Hook Tips • The Mixer Head locks down for thorough mixing. • When mixing thin batters use medium speeds and frequently stop the mixer to scrape the sides of the bowl with a spatula. Place liquid ingredients in the bowl first and then add dry ingredients. • Always stay near Mixer during use. • If a spoon is accidentally caught in an attachment or the motor stalls, slide the Setting Control to O then unplug. Clear the obstruction or reduce the amount of mixture in the bowl. Let the motor cool for 5 minutes before continuing. 10