How to use a KitchenAid stand mixer to grind your own meat

KitchenAid stand mixers have captivated modern homemakers – they’re not just a seasonal item quickly packed away in the cabinet but something proudly displayed on kitchen counters everywhere! Each holiday season brings new tales of culinary joy as happy owners show off their gleaming KitchenAids across social media.

The KitchenAid stand mixer has gained fame for a reason: it’s an all-in-one machine capable of making anything from mouthwatering pizza dough to creamy ice cream. But did you know this appliance also doubles as your go-to grinder and can transform raw meat into perfectly cooked meals? Let’s show them how it’s done!

Instructions for using a KitchenAid to grind meat

• To prevent the spread of harmful bacteria, putting a meat grinder in the freezer for a few hours before grinding is recommended.
• Meat should also be frozen for around half an hour, as cold meat is easier to grind.
• The KitchenAid stand mixer needs to be turned off and unplugged, then attach the meat grinder securely into its attachment hub located on the gear case’s front side.
• Plug in your mixer and set it at Speed 4 with a mixing bowl placed under where ground-up meats come out from.
• Put meats into a feed tube using a food pusher until there’s no more left; let’s run until nothing comes out.
• For extra tenderness, pass through once again but not if fatty meats are used.

Ready to get your grind on? Follow these easy steps for fresh, delicious goodness. Let’s dive into the details and see how it’s done!

What you’ll need

• Meat
• Meat grinder attachment
• Cutting board
• Knife
• Mixing bowl

Whether you’re looking for a finely ground steak or a chunky veggie burger, KitchenAid’s Metal Food Grinder Attachment has covered your chopping needs. Made of sturdy steel and easy to clean, it can withstand any kitchen adventure – remember to give it a good rinse before kick-starting the grilling!

Craving a burger but want to mix something up? Well, we’ve got the perfect solution – why not get creative and concoct your custom blend of meats? For traditional burgers, Bobby Flay recommends 85% chuck and 15% sirloin but feel free to stick with something other than tradition. If you’re feeling adventurous, try adding some brisket, or better yet, throw in some bacon for 75/25 beef-bacon patties that will tantalize those taste buds! So take a step outside the box…the possibilities are only limited by your imagination (and maybe what’s on sale at the grocery store)!

Create a flavorful and juicy sausage with your KitchenAid! Start by combining pork and beef or veal; adding fatback guarantees an extra succulent dish. Seconds away–link coming right up!

If you’ve got pieces of meat that need taming, get yourself a cutting board and an 8-inch Victorinox Fibrox Pro Chef’s Knife. Those hefty chunks will be tame enough to eat with the right equipment!

Prep your KitchenAid and attachments

Ready to give your meat the royal treatment? With KitchenAid’s Metal Food Grinder Attachment, you’ll be turning raw ingredients into culinary masterpieces in no time! All it takes is a few simple steps:

• Assemble the grind screw and blade.
• Attach your preferred grinding plate with the collar.
• Place that removable tray on top of everything.

Presto – succulent steak tartare awaits!

KitchenAid’s Metal Food Grinder Attachment will take your cooking to the next level! With three unique grinding plates, you can effortlessly turn raw meats into burgers, chili, or sausage meat. For those cooked-meat lovers out there, the fine plate is perfect for creating spreads that’ll have everyone at the dinner table asking, “what did you make this time?”

Stick the attachment and meats in the freezer ahead of time! We all want to savor our burgers safely; if you give raw food the cold shoulder for an hour or two before cooking, it’ll help ward off nasty bacteria growth and keep your grinder spick-and-span so that next time ’round — grind away without fear! Don’t let your meat go up in smoke—literally.

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