We trust The Barefoot Contessa with pretty much anything on the recipe front – Ina Garten has been giving us cooking inspiration for years, and as such, she knows a thing or two about great kitchen appliances.
That's why when we saw her stand mixer peeking out in a recent Instagram post, we had to investigate, especially with President's Day sales rolling in. It was worth a look, because her go-to appliance is currently on considerable discount.
Garten uses the KitchenAid Series 5 Quart Tilt Head Stand Mixer (available on Amazon), an appliance you've likely seen across your favorite celebrity kitchens, from Jennifer Garner's to Selena Gomez's, as it is a beloved brand (and for good reason – it's also made our Best Stand Mixers list for 2025).
This iconic stand mixer has 10 different speeds, over 20 color varieties, and durability that makes it a very worthy investment. If it's good enough for the countertops in Garten's iconic East Hamptons kitchen, it's good enough for us.
As the #1 mixer brand in the world, KitchenAid's 5-quart model can whip up nine dozen cookies in a single batch, making it a powerhouse mixer. It also features 10 speeds, from stirring to whipping, and 59 touchpoints for ideal results. Durability is at its core, with metal construction ensuring these machines can withstand the ingredients they mix.
Additionally, the mixer comes in various colors, from classic black or white to yellow, blue, pink, red, and even silver. With so many options, the mixer itself can act as decor, whether you go for a bold sheen or a subtle matte shade. We can see that Ina has opted for a clean white edition, which is great for any light or neutral kitchens, as well as monochromatic ones.
The 5-quart KitchenAid mixer typically retails for $449.99, but it is currently on sale for $349.95. Act fast, as these deals typically don't last long.
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This Set of 5 mixing bowls includes a 2.5-quart bowl, a 3.5-quart bowl, and a 4.5-quart bowl, all of which have a non-stick base that increases stability while mixing.
This food processor does it all: chop, shred, mince, slice, knead, whip, mix, and puree everything from fresh veggies to cheeses, doughs, sauces, salsa, and more.
This three piece set minimizes clutter with its cordless technology, though the vacuum, food chopper, and hand mixer are just as powerful as their corded counterparts. The price is right on these kitchen essentials.
