Remember when buying a toaster was a thirty minute trip to the department store or discount store? It was a pretty simple process. Toasters only came in a couple of finishes or colors, only toasted 2 slices of bread, and only toasted bread on light or dark. Toasters were simply a way to make a piece of toast.
Well, not anymore. Toasters, like many other small appliances, have become competitive with style, function, color and price. Today, cooking is an art, and appliances in the kitchen are designed to fit into the high style of the ultimate kitchen, from high-tech to old-world traditional.
KitchenAid is a brand name in appliances that most home owners associate with good quality, dependability and affordable price. KitchenAid makes several different models of 4-slice toasters, all with great features. Although 2-slice toasters still outsell 4-slice toasters, a KitchenAid 4-slice toaster is quite practical. Some of the features to consider are:
* Type of Controls – LCD displays, buttons, dials, pre-programmable settings, pop-up
* Slot Size – 4 slots or 2 long slots, width of slot for bread, bagels, pastries
* Settings – warm, reheat, broil, light, dark, toast, bagel, pastry
* Cleanability – slide-out crumb tray, easy to clean interior & exterior
* Cords – retractable cord or cord-wrap slots
A KitchenAid 4 slice toaster offers you more toasting options for bagels, pastries, or specialty breads. If you cook and entertain often, or have a large family, the 4-slice toaster will speed up the process by letting you toast more at once. The one possible disadvantage to the 4-slice toaster is that it is larger, and it will take up more counter space, so you should consider the best size for your countertop when you make a purchase. Prices are slightly higher for a 4-slice toaster, but the difference is minimal for the extra capacity.
Some popular KitchenAid 4 slice toasters to consider for purchase:
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* KitchenAid KMTT400 4-slice toaster – stainless steel/red, stainless steel/black, stainless steel; darkness controls, bagel setting; crumb tray; 1 1/2” slot width; safe-to-touch exterior; cord storage. |
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* KitchenAid KTT570 4-slice toaster – white/black/red; digital controls; bagel settings, warm & frozen settings; extra-long, crumb tray; double slots; exterior resists stains; cord storage. |
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* KitchenAid KPTT890 ProLine 4-slice toaster – nickel pearl; electronic heat sensors; 9 shade settings & warmer; crumb tray; 1” slot width; cord storage. |
Whichever model of KitchenAid 4 slice toaster you choose, you can be confident that you will be getting a quality toaster that will last you for many years to come.