Now, this is what I call a good holiday present! It wasn't a surprise, since the daughters wanted to assure that I or My Beloved didn't go out and buy me the same thing, but it really is a delight.
I have wanted a KitchenAid mixer since God was a child, but I never quite got up the oomph to buy one for myself. I just kneaded and whipped the old fashioned way, eschewing recipes that called for very much of either of those activities. For example, I have always wanted to try making a Bûche de Noel but the thought of all the beating necessary to make the cake batter smooth and ribbony - well, I settled for store bought bûches with their too-sweet icing.
Now, I'm liberated, able to tackle just about any kitchen task. Empowered, that's what I am. Isn't that the definition of a really great holiday gift?
Congrats! I was just sure that you of all folks would have had a Kitchenaid for years. They are indeed wonderful creations.
ReplyDeleteEnjoy it! I have one and love it. I don't use it all the time but when I do it is a lifesaver. Happy new year!
ReplyDeleteSWeeeet!!
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year!
ReplyDeleteIt's not too late to make that buche, is it?
Gorgeous - what a great gift! I bought one years ago, in Andorra, and it's a very bizarre model with a plastic hood that makes it very difficult to use - hubs rigged up some alterations... But I'd love one like yours. Have fun - and a very Happy New Year to you and your Beloved!
ReplyDeleteWOW! Now that's what I call a gift!
ReplyDeleteIt's lovely, we have one & I love it. Pizza making is a dream :)
ReplyDeleteKailyn, yes, most friends of mine have been surprised I didn't already own one. Just recently got an immersion blender, too.
ReplyDeleteHungry Dog, like you, I envision using it occasionally but loving it when I do.
Greg, oh, yeah, baby!
Cookiecrumb, I've been thinking about a buche, but may postpone. We'll see...
Katiez, thanks for your New Year's wishes and I think you deserve the Kitchen Aid of your choice as payment for raising those two puppies! ;-)
Nancy, that's just what I said when I unwrapped it, "WOW!"
Ms Mouse, you are prophetic as well as adorable with your new watch wearing, pen wielding avatar.