Product Description

Ease in mashing potatoes or blending up smoothies is at hand with this Immersion blender by KitchenAid. The handheld design provides comfort and ease in operation while the powerful motor offers precision blending in powers from 1 to 9. The larger size offers an 8" immersion depth for working with larger pots. The generous, 5' cord lets you move from stovetop to counter to sink. Stainless steel blade quickly releases when done blending for easy cleanup. Includes a 3-cup clear mixing cup with lid. Imported. 17H".

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #11982 in Kitchen & Housewares
• Color: White
• Brand: KitchenAid
• Model: KHB100WH
• Dimensions: 5.20" h x 11.30" w x 11.40" l,

Features

• Immersion hand blender with powerful, quiet motor for blending, mixing, whipping, and more
• Durable snap-in attachment with stainless-steel blade and protective stainless-steel splashguard
• 8-inch immersion; variable speed-control dial; one-touch "on/off" power button; ergonomic, non-slip grip
• Dishwasher-safe attachments and accessories; 3-cup blending beaker and sealing lid included
• Measures 17 by 3 by 6 inches; 1-year, hassle-free, replacement warranty

Amazon.com Product Description
For quickly blending soups, mixing beverages, and more, this immersion hand blender features a quiet, powerful motor and a sharp stainless-steel blade with a protective stainless-steel splashguard. For mixing all the way to the bottom of deep pots or pitchers, its durable snap-in attachment can be immersed as far down as 8 inches. The blender's speed-control dial offers variable speeds ranging from nine (high) to one (low), while its power button allows for one-touch starting and stopping. Two ejector buttons, one on either side of the blender body, provide simple attachment removal. Other convenient features include quick and easy assembly and storage, a 5-foot extra-long power cord, and a comfortable, ergonomic, non-slip grip. A 3-cup blending beaker and sealing lid are included. For simple clean up, all attachments and accessories are dishwasher safe and the smooth surface of the blender body is easy to wipe clean. Available in a variety of fashionable colors, the immersion hand blender measures 17 by 3 by 6 inches and carries a one-year, hassle-free, replacement warranty.

From the Manufacturer
Simple and yet powerful, this premium immersion blender will deliver professional results for any kitchen.

Features:

• Powerful motor: The sturdy motor provides powerful blending action. Designed for quiet, long-life operation.
• Variable speeds: the speed control dial on top of the immersion blender offers speeds ranging from nine (high) to one (low) that enable the immersion blender to whip creams and egg whites, to chop foods, and to process a wide variety of liquids as well.
• One-touch power: Press and hold the power button on the front of the immersion blender to operate. Simply release pressure on the power button to stop blending.
• Comfort grip: body of the immersion blender houses the motor and is designed for a comfortable, ergonomic, non-slip grip.
• Blending attachment: The stainless-steel blending attachment snaps into place in the motor body. The sharp, stainless-steel blade is protected by a splashguard to help prevent splattering of ingredients.
• Ejector buttons: two ejector buttons, one on each side of the immersion blender body, provide easy removal of attachments when processing tasks are complete.
• 8-inch immersion depth: use the immersion blender in deep pots or pitchers and mix all the way to the bottom.
• 3-cup blending beaker and lid: Large enough to handle individual blending jobs. Lid seals the top of the beaker to store blended ingredients.
• Convenient: The smooth surface of the immersion blender body and adapters allows for easy clean-up. All attachments and accessories are dishwasher safe. Compact, contemporary design assembles quick and easily, and stores neatly inside the storage bag.
• Ergonomic design; 5-foot round power cord.
• Stylish: available in four designer colors to accent any kitchen.

Customer Reviews

Simplicity itself!
I considered this an optional kitchen item, but I hate having to make sauce or soup by dipping it out of the pot a little at a time into the blender, then pouring it into another bowl--tedious and time-consuming. I was doubtful that something like this would do the job, but decided to give it a try. What fun! A simple on and off switch, an easily detachable and washable blade housing, and unlike most appliances these days, it comes with a long cord. And it's plenty powerful for my purposes. Besides the fact that it blends leek and potato soup into a beautiful cream quickly, it also makes homemade mayonnaise in less than a minute, including the time it takes to gather the ingredients. That was my first attempt ever at mayonnaise, and it was easy, which was amazing. (Recipe using Egg Beaters, lemon juice and oil comes with it--just dump in all together and blend). I think it would be a little easier in another small bowl, rather than the one that came with the blender, however, as I ended up overblending it in that one. The one caveat I have is that, if one attempts to make bean soup, one should make sure all the big chunks of ham are taken out of the pot beforehand. There was this big THUNK, you see, and after cleaning bean juice off my stove, walls, floor, refrigerator, clothes, face and hair, I learned my lesson.

KitchenAid versus Cuisinart...
Amazon sells the two best (I know that is gramatically incorrect since there can be only 1 'best').

Cuisinart:
1) $15 less, even taking into account the $5 KitchenAid rebate.
2) Nylon guard which means the preparer may use right in the cooking vessel.
3) Longer warranty (18 mos. versus 12 mos. KitchenAid).

KitchenAid:
1) Multi-speed (versus 2-speed for the Cuisinart).
2) Mixing attachment is removable which means easier storage.
3) Choice of colors (for those who care).

Blenderizing is a breeze
I became my wife's student after my retirement last year. I scored consistently a low C until I bought this immersion blender based on an LA Times article. Now I whip up hummus, chutney and smoothies that even she acknowledges reluctantly, are worth a second notice.

It is easy to assemble -just insert the blade wand handle, easier to clean -just rinse and dry before storing, and compact sized. Variable speeds are available and the blades blend fruits, nuts and vegetables effortlessly.

The default lid does not close the base-beaker while you are blending. Without a cover the blending contents may spray if you are not wary. What I did was cut a slit with a central hole out of a plastic lid from a 32 oz Dannon yogurt carton. I use that to cover the beaker while blending. Works well for me.

Enjoy.