Sausage Mixing

jiggerjams · April 29, 2011, 02:17:51 PM

Anyone have any experience or pros or cons on using a hand mixer to mix sausage? I have read in Charcuterie they reference a Kitchen Aid mixer or a sturdy wood spoon but no mention of a hand mixer.

Any direction on the subject would be appreciated.

NePaSmoKer · April 29, 2011, 03:02:47 PM

My, Hand mixers work good still. Ha

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CoreyMac · April 29, 2011, 03:39:35 PM

I still use just my hands to mix meat, I wouldn't think a large spoon would be worth the effort. I was considering a manual crank style meat mixer (hands get sore after a large batch) Seems to me the food processor style or even hand mixer may have too much RPM and turn everything into a paste. Certain sausage types are nice when the meat is chunky.

My 2 cents.
Corey

watchdog56 · April 29, 2011, 04:22:52 PM

I used to mix by hand then when I started doing 10 lbs batches I bought a Cabela's mixer. Works great,saves time and saves my arms. ;D

NePaSmoKer · April 29, 2011, 04:56:08 PM

I guess as much sausage I have made i am still old school.

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pikeman_95 · April 29, 2011, 08:16:20 PM

This is my answer to mixing meat. I am presently working on a smaller 2 gallon version of this 5 gallon mixer. Click on this link to see 30 pounds mixed in 45 seconds. . My smaller mixer will have plastic blades and will need a smaller drill then the larger mixer.

http://s943.photobucket.com/albums/ad274/pikeman_95/Large%20hog%20casings%20and%20summer%20sausage%20recipe/?action=view&current=100_6590.mp4

jiggerjams · April 29, 2011, 08:22:42 PM

Thanks for the input guys. I made sausage once so far and mixed by hand. I think I will stay old school also but by gloves to combat the cold. I tried to combat the cold with beer but it wasn't enough. Now I have extra money to figure out the right antifreeze to intake for sausage making!!! :D

Thanks again.

Wow Pikeman that is a sausage mixing dream!!

Habanero Smoker · April 30, 2011, 02:00:51 AM

A hand mixer is not going to be powerful enough, and you will burn out the motor. The reason why Charcuterie recommend using something other than your hands to mix the meat is to develop the primary bind. That is, to mix the meat until it becomes sticky.

If you ever get the opportunity to purchase a stand mixer that will be one of your best kitchen appliance investments. I now have the 6 quart, and I always use my KitchenAid at speed 1 or 2 with the paddle to mix my sausage. A five quart mixer should be able to handle 5 pounds of sausage, if you get the 4 or 4.5 quart bowl you may have to mix in batches or use the dough hook, which I feel does not work as well as the paddle for mixing the meat.

Kevin A · April 30, 2011, 07:57:13 AM

Quote from: pikeman_95 on April 29, 2011, 08:16:20 PM

This is my answer to mixing meat. I am presently working on a smaller 2 gallon version of this 5 gallon mixer. Click on this link to see 30 pounds mixed in 45 seconds. . My smaller mixer will have plastic blades and will need a smaller drill then the larger mixer.

I'd like to hear more about (or see) the smaller mixer, Pikeman.
I've a DeWALT heavy-duty 7 amp 1/2'' hammer drill that I've used for mixing 5-gallon buckets of thinset & mortar that'd I'm sure would be up to the task of 2 gallons of pork product....

Smokin Soon · April 30, 2011, 08:18:04 AM

I've got the 7 quart Cusinart with a 1000 w motor. It does a pretty good job with dough or sausage. My hands were getting numb!

pikeman_95 · April 30, 2011, 08:44:50 AM

Quote from: Kevin A on April 30, 2011, 07:57:13 AM
Quote from: pikeman_95 on April 29, 2011, 08:16:20 PM

This is my answer to mixing meat. I am presently working on a smaller 2 gallon version of this 5 gallon mixer. Click on this link to see 30 pounds mixed in 45 seconds. . My smaller mixer will have plastic blades and will need a smaller drill then the larger mixer.
I'd like to hear more about (or see) the smaller mixer, Pikeman.
I've a DeWALT heavy-duty 7 amp 1/2'' hammer drill that I've used for mixing 5-gallon buckets of thinset & mortar that'd I'm sure would be up to the task of 2 gallons of pork product....

I am sure your drill would work. I picked up the last fittings yesterday and I should be able to get some pictures by tonight. This is going to be just what the Doctor ordered for the small batch maker. 2 gallons is 16 pounds of meat. It has taken a long time to find the right parts to keep it simple. I have made three versions of this mixer and think I have finally found the right parts.

jiggerjams · April 30, 2011, 10:35:05 AM

The Shopping Channel has this Kitchen aid show stopper today. It ends at midnight.
http://www.theshoppingchannel.com/KitchenAid/Mixers/KitchenAid-Deluxe-5-Stand-Mixer-Plus-Bonus-5-Speed-Blender-25-mail-in-rebate-available-/pages/productdetails?nav=R:508042

I think it is a good deal.

If I was to buy this 5Q mixer would a 6Q bowl work if I was to buy one later on?

Keymaster · April 30, 2011, 11:00:14 AM

I compared the two mixers at lowes.com and it does not look like the 5 quart mixer stand will accomadate a six quart bowl but it was somewhat unclear. You should do a comparison to see if you agree :)

devo · April 30, 2011, 11:20:08 AM

I know some people on here don't like them but the Cabela's mixer works great for me. I bought the 20lbs. one and it cleans up real easy in my sink. And the price is pretty good to.

Habanero Smoker · May 01, 2011, 01:35:02 AM

The two bowls are not interchangeable. The 6 quart is a lot wider. If you don't make large batches of sausage, it is better then getting an appliance made only to perform a single task. The advantage of owning a KitchenAide (or Cuisinart) stand mixer is that is it a versatile appliance, that can handle many jobs in the kitchen.

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