As any cooking enthusiast knows, having the right equipment is just as crucial to the success of a recipe as are the ingredients that make it up. One of the most convenient items to have around in the kitchen is a hand mixer, which can fulfill the role of a food processor, fork, whisk, and many other items. For those who can afford it, a deluxe piece of equipment like the Bamix hand blender model #391203 is a high-performing investment that will last for years.

This two-speed mixer is designed for ultimate versatility and food preparation quality. All food-contacting parts are rust-proof, taste- and odorless, and will not corrode. It includes accessories like the mincer attachment, which can perform such tasks as chopping produce, straining veggies, pureéing baby food, mixing dough, and even liquidizing berries and other fruits. The beater attachment will work with your egg whites, mousses, and heavy and light creams, blend your sauces, and foam and aerate your creams and soups. The whisk attachment works with pancake mixes, batters, puddings, and salad dressings, and will even mash potatoes. Finally, the dry grinder will process your dried veggies, hard cheeses, nuts, grains, seeds, and spices.

This Bamix hand blender also includes an instructional video, recipe book (with over 150 recipes), and a stand that holds the mixer and the other workheads for easy accessibility. A security switch ensures the blender won’t come into use until you’re ready for it, and the speed adjustment is conveniently located on the handle. The accessories change in and out easily. The mixer lives up to its Swiss-made standard, lasting some users years, even decades. It’s powerful enough for most any job, and its incredible versatility cannot be overstated. You save time over using a food processor. You save on dishwashing as you blend your milkshakes right in the drinking vessel. You save money as you make your own mayonnaise. Whether you’re blending boiling soups in the pot or chopping nuts for a salad, it’s a breeze to use and to clean up after.

Yes, the price (around $175) is definitely hefty. But if you are willing to make the initial investment, this Bamix Hand Blender is well worth it. From the versatility of its applications, to its ease of use, to its long-lasting durability, this is a piece of equipment you’ll wonder how your kitchen ever did without.