This is an investment that will last a lifetime. OK - so if you're not a huge cook now, this will be something that reminds you that you could be! You could make your own ice cream, whip up 1,000 cookies in one bowl, whip real whipped cream, etc. A workhorse that works well - I became complete when I received it.

What can I say, this baby does everything I need it to do and has never failed me. It mixes everything consistently and quickly. I also love that I don't have to whip egg whites by hand anymore!

My Mother has a KitchenAid Mixer in White...so I want the pink one! (via kitchenaid.com)

A *very* reliable and trustworthy appliance. The slew of add-ons available make it even better.

I just have the white one but dream about the pink one.

Makes my Cuisinart look so very amateur!

I hate Christmas, but I love Christmas cookies. Have you ever tried mixing sugar-cookie dough by hand? I don't advise it. I've had my KitchenAid mixer since 1997 and I love it so much I want to marry it.

I use it for twice-baked potatoes, brownies, breads, cookies ... you name it, I mix it.

No wonder I need to go to Weight Watchers.

The cook in your life will thank you for this.

My new precious. I love this mixer but I think I gain five pounds every time I use it.