I'm not shy about proclaiming myself as a soup expert. Aside from my culinary training and experience testing the best blenders, I had jaw surgery back in 2020, which meant I had to eat nothing but soup for three months straight. I've tried every flavor, technique and topping you can think of – and I'm still not tired of soup.
Whether you're whipping up a chunky chicken soup or the creamiest velouté, the right kitchen appliances make all the difference. These are my top, professionally-rated appliances that are sure to elevate your soup this season – and stand you in good stead for years to come. 1.
The KitchenAid Hand Blender The secret to velvety, smooth soups, without lumps and bumps? It's all down to using the best hand blender . If I had to choose just one soup-making gadget, it would be the KitchenAid Variable Speed Corded Hand Blender. This affordable, powerful blender is designed to puree soups directly in the pot.
It gives you complete control with a variable speed button, allowing you to achieve the exact texture you desire, whether you want a chunky vegetable soup or silky, creamy bisque. KitchenAid have recently launched a beautiful cordless option , which gives you the freedom to blend wherever you like, without proximity to a plug. Both models are thoughtfully designed to protect your favorite pans, thanks to the scratch guard, which covers the sharp metallic edges of the blending blade.
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