I have wanted one of these for over ten years. So when my boyfriend asked what I wanted for Christmas I jokingly said a kitchenaid because that is what I am used to saying to everyone. I had no idea he would actually get it for me. I have always enjoyed baking, especially bread, but it always took so much time. For the first time today, it did not and it was BETTER than hand made. Not to mention the ridiculously yummy scones it made in minutes. The truth is, it will not make you a better cook, but it will make a good cooks life, a LOT easier. I used to kneed bread for 20 minutes (dedication or frustration...?) and today I only had to kneed for... well nothing, the mixer did it FOR ME! As a result the bread was more evenly kneaded and the French bread actually tastes like French bread!! So to sum up, if you want to bake a lot, or already do. Get this machine. Get more detail about KitchenAid KSM150PSER Artisan Series 5-Quart Mixer, Empire Red.
