phaeton wrote:
> I just picked up a seldom used 4.5qt Kitchenaid Classic Stand Mixer
> for $75. I always wanted a larger one (like the Pro 5) but for this
> much scratch and for just one person, I think i did ok for now. Maybe
> someday I'll upgrade and pass this one on.
>
> My ex (one of the girls who don't cook these days) had one of these,
> and I employed it all winter long making various breads. You don't
> save any money making your own bread, but it always tastes better than
> store-bought, and I enjoy doing it. Plus you can make all kinds of
> neat stuff (jalapeno-cheddar bread, etc) that is hard to buy.
>
> Here's yet another reason to love Craigslist. Now all I need is an
> enameled Dutch Oven and I think i'll be set for awhile, regarding
> kitchen equipment.
>
> -J

Glad you found the "previously used" KitchenAid mixer. One of my
friends rarely cooks and she never bakes, so I wonder why she is keeping
hers. Enjoy your new mixer.


Becca