For KitchenAid stand mixer owners, the KitchenAid Food Grinder + Fresh Prep Slicer/Shredder Attachment Bundle (SM2VSGA) promises to transform your stand mixer into a versatile powerhouse for food preparation. This comprehensive bundle offers significant savings compared to buying individual attachments while providing professional-quality food processing capabilities for serious home cooks.
Retails around $100 – 150
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In the KitchenAid Food Grinder + Fresh Prep Slicer/Shredder Attachment Bundle (SM2VSGA), KitchenAid has combined its two most popular food prep attachments into one cost-effective bundle. It’s evident this set is aimed at serious home cooks looking to go beyond basic mixing to more specialized food prep tasks.
The KSM2VSGA bundle includes:
- Food Grinder: Metal auger, coarse/fine grinding plates, food tray, and pusher.
- Fresh Prep Slicer/Shredder: 3 blades (3mm slicer, 4mm medium shredder, 6mm coarse shredder) and a dual-purpose pusher.
Key Specifications
- Connects to any household KitchenAid Stand Mixer power hub
- Convenient storage case for easy access and simple storage
- Includes: (1) Food grinder, (1) Food tray, (1) Fine grinding plate, (1) Coarse grinding plate, (1) Food pusher, (1) Slicer/Shredder attachment, (1) Slicing blade, (1) Coarse shredding blade, (1) Medium shredding blade, (1) 2-in-1 Food pusher.
Design & Build Quality
Materials & Construction
Constructed mainly from durable plastic with stainless steel blades, the attachments feel sturdy but not overly industrial in appearance. The food grinder features strong metal construction with stainless steel grinding plates that seem solid and long-lasting. The grinder’s metal auger is a key feature, ensuring it withstands heavy use. The slicer/shredder attachment combines a sturdy plastic housing with sharp, precision-cut metal blades.
Color & Finish Options
The bundle comes exclusively in white/stainless steel finish, which coordinates well with most KitchenAid mixer colors. While the mostly white plastic may show signs of wear over time, it maintains a clean, professional look that fits modern kitchen styles perfectly
Power Hub Integration
Both attachments connect to your KitchenAid stand mixer’s power hub and leverage the mixer’s motor efficiently. The standard power hub connection ensures broad compatibility across the entire KitchenAid ecosystem.
While any KitchenAid mixer will power these attachments, performance varies with motor strength:
- 300–325 watt mixers handle all attachments well, though they may slow down with very tough grinding tasks.
- 575+ watt mixers provide effortless operation across all attachments and food types.
The slicer/shredder requires minimal power, operating effectively even on entry-level models.
Usability
Food Grinder
The main feature of this pack is the food grinder, which comes with both fine and coarse grinding plates. The grinder works well for processing fresh meat for burgers and meatloaf with fresh ingredients. The coarse plate handles chunky textures, while the fine plate provides consistent results for sausages.
Slicer/Shredder
This component is great for processing large quantities of vegetables and cheese. It makes it easy to create even slices of cucumbers or potatoes, shred cheese for pizzas, or prepare coleslaw mix in seconds. The 6mm shredder easily handles tough vegetables, such as carrots.
The three-blade options provide genuine versatility:
- 3mm slicing blade: Perfect for cucumber salads and uniform vegetable chips
- 4mm medium shredding: Ideal for cheese and firm vegetables like carrots
- 6mm coarse shredding: Excellent for cabbage, potatoes, and other large-volume shredding tasks
|
Attachment |
Blade/Plate |
Best For |
|---|---|---|
|
Food Grinder |
Coarse (6mm) |
Burgers, salsas, relishes |
|
Food Grinder |
Fine (3mm) |
Sausages, breadcrumbs, nut butters |
|
Fresh Prep |
Slicer (3mm) |
Cucumbers, potatoes, apples |
|
Fresh Prep |
Shredder (4mm/6mm) |
Cheese, carrots, zucchini, cabbage |
Limitations
The shredder’s feed tube is ideal for medium-sized vegetables (e.g., whole carrots). Larger items (such as big heads of cabbage) need to be pre-cut. For heavy-duty grinding (bones or very dense vegetables), a dedicated grinder works better.
Learning Curve
Each attachment needs initial familiarization, but the learning curve is manageable. The food grinder is the most intuitive, while the slicer/shredder requires understanding which blade works best for different types of food.
Cleaning & Maintenance
Disassembly Process
Each attachment disassembles into its parts without tools. The food grinder separates into housing, auger, blade, and plates. The slicer/shredder separates into housing and individual blades. All blades and plates are top-rack dishwasher safe; however, the housings must be wiped by hand.
Cleaning Challenges
The food grinder’s grinding plates need thorough cleaning to remove all meat residue, which can take time. The slicer/shredder blades are very sharp and must be handled carefully during cleaning. The grinder’s auger benefits from a brush scrub to remove trapped fats
Maintenance Needs
Regular lubrication of the food grinder’s moving parts keeps it running smoothly. Blade sharpness should be checked regularly, though replacement blades can be found through KitchenAid’s parts network.
Pros & Cons
Value for Money?
The KSM2VSGA usually sells for $100-150, offering big savings compared to buying the two attachments separately (which would total $200-250). This bundle is one of KitchenAid’s best deals for users who need these attachments for simple tasks like grinding, slicing, and shredding.
Standalone food processors and grinders in this range typically cost $150-$300 each, making the KSM2VSGA’s multi-functionality especially appealing. The ability to use your existing mixer’s motor removes the need for multiple stand-alone appliances.
Who Is the KSM2VSGA Best Suited For?
This bundle is ideal for:
- Serious home cooks who regularly prepare meals from scratch.
- Bulk food preparers who process large quantities for preservation or batch cooking.
- Health-conscious cooks who want control over meat grinding and food processing.
- Entertaining enthusiasts who appreciate having fresh, homemade components.
- Space-conscious cooks who prefer multi-functional tools over single-purpose appliances.
Consider Alternatives If:
- Frequent heavy-duty users who need dedicated appliances.
- Require industrial-scale processing or ultra-fine textures.
Final Verdict
The KitchenAid Food Grinder + Fresh Prep Slicer/Shredder Attachment Bundle (SM2VSGA) represents exceptional value for serious home cooks and food enthusiasts who want to maximize their stand mixer’s potential. If you regularly grind your own meat or prepare large quantities of vegetables, this bundle will quickly become indispensable.
The significant cost savings compared to individual purchases make this an easy choice for anyone planning to use these attachments. However, occasional cooks or those with limited storage space might be better served by purchasing individual attachments only as needed. For the right user, this pack transforms a stand mixer from a baking tool into a complete food preparation center. This versatile tool gets an overall rating of 4.45 out of 5 stars based on our testing and user reviews.
Video – Food Grinder
Video – Slicer/Shredder
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