I have arthritis in hands, I want something for mashed potatoes, egg salads, etc. Would this or the Oxo Adjustable Food Mill be better for me?
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I wouldn't recommend this. It was VERY hard to operate, and I think it would be very challenging for you. I haven't tried the other product, but maybe a small electric food processor or blender would be useful. I just bought a VitaMix, and it can chop, blend, smooth, etc...
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I have rumatoid arthritis in the beginning stages and the ricer has nice sized grips. I use the potatoe ricer with no problem. I really like the versatility of this product. It was a good buy for me. I'm sorry I don't know any thing about the food mill.
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I really appreciate the potato ricer for making spaetzle, a German dumpling noodle that my mother used to make. But I have no experience in using it or the food mill for mashed potatoes or deviled eggs. I usually make too large a quantity to make either of these tools a practical choice for me so I'm sorry I'm not in a position to answer your question directly. I personally find a hand mixer very convenient for either purpose. That way you can avoid having to scoop many small batches into the ricer or the mill in addition to working either tool. A hand mixer would mix it all at once and be easier to operate (in my opinion). I hope this was helpful. I really appreciate the potato ricer for making spaetzle, a German dumpling noodle that my mother used to make. But I have no experience in using it or the food mill for mashed potatoes or deviled eggs. I usually make too large a quantity to make either of these tools a practical choice for me so I'm sorry I'm not in a position to answer your question directly. I personally find a hand mixer very convenient for either purpose. That way you can avoid having to scoop many small batches into the ricer or the mill in addition to working either tool. A hand mixer would mix it all at once and be... » Read More I really appreciate the potato ricer for making spaetzle, a German dumpling noodle that my mother used to make. But I have no experience in using it or the food mill for mashed potatoes or deviled eggs. I usually make too large a quantity to make either of these tools a practical choice for me so I'm sorry I'm not in a position to answer your question directly. I personally find a hand mixer very convenient for either purpose. That way you can avoid having to scoop many small batches into the ricer or the mill in addition to working either tool. A hand mixer would mix it all at once and be easier to operate (in my opinion). I hope this was helpful. « Show Less
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this will be great. the softer the material the smaller the 'grill" can be. you can place quite a lot of pressure on the handle and the material will go through in one push.
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This is great for mashed potatoes, but I think the disc system of the cutters is difficult to use. I have never used it for egg salad, but think the whites would not cut through well. I have not used the food mill. If you have arthritis and turning, gripping, etc. is difficult. You may be better off going "old school" and using a potato masher (the kind on a stick handle, or an electric mixer) and egg slicer. That is what I use. I purchased this ricer to make lefse, where the potato is made into a bread dough, so must be silky smooth
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I really appreciate the potato ricer for making spaetzle, a German dumpling noodle that my mother used to make. But I have no experience in using it or the food mill for mashed potatoes or deviled eggs. I usually make too large a quantity to make either of these tools a practical choice for me so I'm sorry I'm not in a position to answer your question directly. I personally find a hand mixer very convenient for either purpose. That way you can avoid having to scoop many small batches into the ricer or the mill in addition to working either tool. A hand mixer would mix it all at once and be easier to operate (in my opinion). I hope this was helpful.
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the motor has prongs on it that fit into the spot that the hand crank fits into, and a little brace that hold it snug onto the grain mill body. hope thats understandable. so, i would say no, it seems to me it is designed just to fit the deluxe grain mill, but i do not own the food strainer to know what it looks like exactly, I just have the deluxe [different from regular mill] grain mill, and motor and both are wonderful, I enjoy them very much. maybe a phone call to victorio kitchen products 866-257-4741 Orem Ut. 84058. Also the motor says on it for use with victorio deluxe grain mill. the motor has prongs on it that fit into the spot that the hand crank fits into, and a little brace that hold it snug onto the grain mill body. hope thats understandable. so, i would say no, it seems to me it is designed just to fit the deluxe grain mill, but i do not own the food strainer to know what it looks like exactly, I just have the deluxe [different from regular mill] grain mill, and motor and both are wonderful, I enjoy them very much. maybe a phone call to victorio kitchen products 866-257-4741 Orem Ut. 84058. Also the motor says on it for use with victorio deluxe grain mill.
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The handle is thin but you push down on it rather than have to squeeze it. Also, you could use an oven mitt to cushion it if you want. I had no issues with the handle but I don't have arthritis in my hands.
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Just like any other hand mixer. I think cuisineart one was heavier but no guarantee. I think it depends on how long you hold and how thick your batter is.
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I have arthritis in my hands and have been able to use this without any problems. Love it!
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This is going to be everything you need. If you think you might be doing a lot of fries, you might consider mounting this to the wall. If you mount to the wall, it will give you better leverage, you will be able to do fries faster and you can put a bucket underneath to cath the fries as you cut them. The push block will help get the end of the potato through the "knives". If you didn't have the block, you would end up with potato partially cut. I think you will love this thing, I know I do. I might also add, if you put a pinch of vinegar in the bucket with the cut fries and water. You will end up with better fries, the vinegar draws out the starch from the potatoes(so e people will use pickles in place of the vinegar...you might play around with it). Good luck and please feel free to email me if you have any questions. Billy
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The different plates just give you options. I usually use the one with the smaller holes for potatoes when I make gnocchi because I want a very fine, fluffy texture, but the other plate would work well for most applications (mashed potatoes, purées of other vegetables or soft foods.) The ricer is very well made. Good balance, easy to use and clean. Making baby food would be another good use. Experiment to see which plate works better for your texture preferences!
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I would definitely recommend Cuisinart.... If any indication of Kitchenaid - I ruined one of their top of the line blenders, because of the 'cheap' design and construction. Plus the motor on the Kitchenaid could not stand up to the task of making home-made mayonnaise (which requires an extensive time of blending). The motor on the Cuisinart has a safety 'shut-off', which so far, I have not had to challenge after many uses.....
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The plastic Oxo works well, but I think the stainless version may be sharper, and cut more easily. I am going to try that one.
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Not having arthritis, this may not be helpful. The can opener is very easy to use. Fastens on cans easily and handle turns easily. I have found this to be the best hand held can opener we have ever purchased.
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At nearly 87, I, too, have arthritis in both thumb.s I've never had any trouble with either of the two control knobs.(There have been times when I forgot to turn theupper knob to "toast" and ended up with warm, soft bread; but that was my own fault and easily corrected.
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Try a pair of channel locks.. I've got arthritis and keep a pair in my kitchen for opening all kinds of lids, drinks, etc. channel locks are a tool that's similar to adjustable pliers but longer handles and much better leverage.. Amazons probably got them... A must for old guys like me.
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Honestly, yes! I bought this for my mom who in her 70's and has arthritis and hand problem with both hands she loves this!! My mom don't have to do much and this works great! I have tried several others trust me the machine does all the work!! Awesome product! Sandra N.
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Can't help ya there. BUT, IMO this peeler did not perform as well as I thought it would (sorry to say). I should have bought the less expensive OXO and maybe been happier. I've moved on and bought an el cheapo Faberware peeler from Wal-Mart for 3 bucks....plastic but works well. I'll throw this one in the drawer at work
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I preferred the slicer that wasn't adjustable as this one tends to move thickness whilst in use as there is no locking mechanism. The non adjustable is the same brand, make sure you get the thin slicer and yes it will do your job I use mine all the time I love it!
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You could still operate it. If you have lots of pain in that area, it may be difficult to operate, otherwise you should be fine. This one is 3-4 inches to long for me and I am 5'8". If you are taller than that, it will be fine for you but if the same size or shorter, I would look at the 32" one. Even the one with the pistol handle, which might work better for your arthritis. Hope this helps in your decision.
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I have the beginning of arthritis in my hands but find this much easier to use than other presses...the handles are more ergonomic, and don't hurt my hands. I can even press garlic cloves without peeling them, but I use 2 hands for that....but it's a time saver.