Betty Crocker The Mixer {Review & Giveaway}

 

 

 

 

 

Betty Crocker sent over a basket of great kitchen tools, I think in anticipation of luring me into a healthier, happier relationship with my kitchen. I love the “stuff”, but the jury is still out on the whole relationship thing.

 

The Mixer gift basket was filled with a Betty Crocker mixing spoon (and I’m pretty sure it is no longer mine since Lil Roo basically saw it, claimed it, and took off with it. I guess a large red spoon is just cool, LOL!), spatula, silver measuring spoons and cups (which I really like), whisk, plastic liquid measuring cup (basically the same size as the basic glass 1 cup ones, except this measures up to 2 ½ cups which means I won’t have to drag out the huge measuring cup for anything over 1 cup) and a Betty Crocker Magazine (125+ “Easy, Inspiring Ideas” – mostly cakes, cupcakes, cookies, and bars).

 

I have to say the book / magazine intriques me the most.  Cakes scare the crap out of me, so don’t anticipate me trying any of those out. The other stuff sounds somewhat reasonable, as I much prefer the attempt at baking instead of meal prep. (C’mon, surely you’ve noticed how irregular my attempts at meal planning are? And even when I plan, I don’t always follow the plan.)  There’s a recipe for Sunshine cupcakes that looks really cute and seeing the striking Princess cake (an actual 3D standing up princess) makes me glad at the moment that I do not have a girl. I would really want to make that – and the results could be diseasterous. Just saying.  I’m flipping through the book as I type this and am now having an “oh. my. goodness.” moment as I have found Coffee-Chocolate Chip Bars that look absolutely fab. Maybe I’ll make that my experiement with all my new cool tools and tell you all about it. For humorous purposes I am sure, LOL!

 

Incidently, the Chirpy Chick Cupcakes I made with Lil Roo for Easter were a Better Crocker recipe and they actually turned out well – until the part about turning them into cute lil chicky looking things. It went downhill from there.

 

I suppose there is hope for even me, and whether you are where I am or just want to learn a few new tips-n-tricks to add to your already extensive knowledge and expertise in the kitchen (or anywhere in between), you might want to check out the newest thing Miss Betty Crocker has up her sleeve!

 

 

 

Betty Crocker: The Mixer

 

Six free weekly classes

Live Betty Crocker experts

Connect with others

Tips & Tricks

 

 

Classes are held three times a week. Chat live with the Betty Crocker Kitchens Experts: Tuesdays 7 p.m. ET, Wednesdays 9 p.m. ET, and Saturdays 4 p.m. ET

 

Week #1 – Week of April 6 – Kickin Chicken Recipes and tips for making juicy, mouthwatering chicken

 

Week #2 – Week of April  13 – Pastabilities Secrets of building flavor that will allow you to create your own signature sauces

 

Week #3 – Week of April  20 – Greens with Envy Recipes for go-to salads

 

Week #4 – Week of April  27 – Viva Tortilla Taking taco night to a whole new level

 

Week #5 – Week of May 4 – Wok it Out Stir-fry techniques and recipes for easy flavorful sauces

 

Week #6 – Week of May 11 – Small Bites-Big Flavors Dips and appetizers that are easy and flavorful and guiltless desserts

 

But don’t worry!  If you miss it, you can always go back to watch the class on demand and get in on the conversation.

 

Oh – and did I mention it is completely FREE?  Head on over to Betty Crocker – The Mixer to sign up and get in on all the action! 

 

Annnnnnd…..

 

Betty Crocker wants to give one Shake The Salt reader their own Mixer gift basket!  To enter, tell me what the one cooking gadget in the kitchen is that you can’t live without.

 

Get an extra entry just for signing up for The Mixer club. (Leave an extra comment to let me know.)

 

Deadline to enter: Wednesday, April 22, 2009 @ 11:59 PM.

 

 

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