No doubt, no hostess will refuse to have such a perfect and convenient machine as a food processor. Yes, in many cases it simplifies household management, saves time and effort. But what kind of model to choose for your home, the question is not as simple as it might seem.
Before you go to the store, you need something to consider and take into account. Otherwise, then there may be some difficulties and, as a consequence, dissatisfaction with the purchase made.
Therefore, you need to determine in advance, where the food processor will be installed .All models are characterized by different dimensions, and given the modest size of most of our kitchens, this particular parameter significantly limits the choice of combine. Of course, you can "store" it in another room( even on a loggia), and put it into the kitchen only in order to use it as intended.
But this option is unlikely to suit the hostess. In addition, almost all household models are portable. Means, and weight plays a value. If it is assumed that the harvester will take with itself for the city, to the dacha, then the 9 kg model is not suitable for transportation in public transport. Therefore, you need to look for something that is easier.
Decide for what purpose the is purchased this device. Practically all modern machines have so many different functions that it seems that this is not a kitchen unit, but a "magic wand".But, firstly, which of its capabilities do we really need? For example, is it really so that we can not do without our own mayonnaise and in general, are we going to do it?
Secondly, in any house there are many different kitchen "appliances" - mincers, blenders and the like. Is it worth buying, and for solid money, a device that duplicates the functions already available? What is the point of overpaying for what, in principle, the house already has? And the spread of prices for such kitchen machines is impressive - from 650 to 29 000 rubles.
Only having understood these questions and having defined for themselves a "golden mean", and it is necessary to ask the price for the models exposed in points of sales. By the way, such a careful approach will greatly simplify the choice of a food processor and will save a lot of time and nerves, by the way, too. Consider all the features are not worth it, because manufacturers are constantly trying to surprise us with new "twists".What this machine is capable of, it is easy to learn from its passport( instructions, description).But some points need clarification.
Power
If the combine is not used as a meat grinder, then for cutting vegetables, whipping up mousses, squeezing fruit for juices and the like, the is enough and 0.5 kW of .But for the kneading of the dough, the processing of meat is clearly not enough. In this case, you should choose products with an power of at least 1 kW .
Number of speeds
For the preparation of "something" uses its own technology. The higher the speed range, the more possibilities the machine has. As a rule, they are from 4 to 14. But are all the modes really needed? Many products are accompanied by recommendations with recipes. It's enough to read them carefully, in order to understand what dishes to cook, and what speeds, therefore, will absolutely not be needed.
Capacity
The size of the bowl should correspond to the volume of the load, and this depends mainly on the composition of the family. This should be guided. Another matter - from what material it is made. Plastic costs less, but it does not "like" overheating and begins to deform. In addition, it is easy to scratch. The glass bowl is stronger and easier to clean. But she has a "minus" - a significant weight.
Knife
It can grind only vegetables and fruits. If the machine is supposed to be used as a meat grinder, then its kit should have a special screwdriver, as with a knife of meat it will only be possible to make pate.
Well, everything else - at the discretion of the buyer. It is only necessary to read the passport of the product carefully.
It remains to add that the most popular models are such brands as "Philips" , "Moulinex" , "Bosch" , "Kenwood" .But they can not be called too simple, and a great demand in part is a kind of tribute to fashion. Therefore, before you pay for the "super-machine", you need to think carefully, and whether you really will use all the features that it has.
Useful advice to
It is clear to anyone that the more functions and adaptations the combine has, the higher its cost. But is it possible to purchase individual components for this model? Perhaps, it is much more expedient to buy a simpler and cheaper unit, but with a view to the future? If any nozzle is needed later, the question will be solved simply - went and bought as a piece of goods.
