Preparation Method - Mixers ​ ​​

This is a fairly simple process. Let the mixer do all the work. If you are unable to whisk by hand, use a small, handheld drink mixer. This works wonderfully with no pain to you. The drink mixer has a

Substiuting a hand whisk
for an electric drink mixer
or immersion blender

thick top that makes for easy grasping for those sore hands that do not close. They are very affordable—under ten dollars. If you have a problem holding the drink mixer in you hands, place the mixer in the bend of your arm at the elbow and squeeze tightly to hold in place. This allows you full control with no use of the sore hands.​

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An immersion blender works pretty much the same way. However, there is a big difference in the power between this and the drink mixer. An immersion blender is very powerful. For instance, whipping one egg would not be practical using the immersion, but whipping many eggs would be a pleasure.
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Also, a handheld drink mixer is relatively inexpensive, while immersion blends are a little more costly. For the recipes in this book, a drink mixer will work just fine. I realize we all like our toys. Me, I love the immersion blender. It is a handy gadget to have when I am preparing large meals. If you are always cooking for a crowd, by all means go immersion, but keep the little guy on hand for the smaller jobs.
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When mixing batters for muffins, pancakes, or waffles in a stand mixer, always mix on low speed with the paddle attachment. When using a stand mixer for batter, be careful not over mix the batter. Over mixing will result in a tough finished product; mix just until blended. Always follow the recipes directions. The only difference will be replacing the mixing bowl for the standing mixer. I will go over more types of food that can be blended in the standing mixer in method numbers eleven and twelve.
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