Think you know everything there is to know about your Thermomix TM6? Think again! Even the keenest home chefs may be missing out on some transformative tricks that can turn culinary chores into culinary joyrides—and all with less stress, less mess, and a lot more fun. Ready to unlock the true power of your kitchen superstar? Dig into these 9 hidden tricks that will give your Thermomix a whole new lease of (kitchen) life.
1. Get Cooking Guidance with Integrated Videos
- Ever been stumped by a technique like lining a baking tin or rolling pastry? The Thermomix TM6 has you covered with step-by-step videos embedded directly into guided recipes. These clips show off specific kitchen skills, so you’re never alone when trying something new—and if you’re a kitchen pro, just skip ahead to the next step. Confidence boost, anyone?
2. The Double-Handle Bowl: A Small Change, a Lot of Comfort
- Little details can make the biggest difference. The TM6 bowl comes with a clever double handle. Use the upper part to lift the bowl out with ease, and the lower part to pour without giving your wrist a workout. Simple, but daily convenience at its finest.
3. Safe Steam Basket Removal with the Spatula
- Ever wrestled with the steaming basket after a session of hot cooking? There’s a nifty trick—use the spatula’s hooked tip to remove the basket from the bowl, hands away from the heat. Burns and kitchen mishaps, be gone!
4. Explore Automatic Cooking Programs
- Updates keep the TM6 fresh with new automatic programs. Among the highlights: modes for perfect rice, a dedicated sauce mode, and not one but five separate egg-cooking modes—soft-boiled to hard, with everything in between. Set it, forget it, and enjoy stress-free, just-right results every time.
- Never guess ingredient amounts again! Thanks to the portion selection function, you can instantly adapt recipes to however many guests are at your table. Whether you’re serving dinner for two or a party of ten, the TM6 adjusts ingredient quantities at the touch of a button.
- Personalization is king: with the « My Creations » feature in Cookidoo (subscription needed), you can craft your own unique recipes, tweak ingredient amounts, swap out items, or upload a treasured family recipe to recreate with your TM6. That personal chef touch, without the chef’s salary.
5. Gentle Heating Mode—For Sauces, Soups, and More
- Thermomix’s reheating mode is a go-to for warming up soups, sauces, or milk to just the right temperature—especially useful for baby food or a comforting morning drink. By gently heating to 37°C and using the whisk, you avoid any accidental blending and keep everything smooth and creamy.
6. Effortless Cleaning with Pre-Clean Programs
- Let’s face it: no one loves washing up. The TM6 offers automatic pre-clean programs tailored to how dirty the bowl is, spinning the blades at different speeds and intervals. Cleaning becomes a breeze—a practical, time-saving detail every cook can appreciate.
7. Level Up with Third-Party Accessories
- The TM6 is already versatile, but with innovative third-party add-ons, you can take things even further. Whether it’s a coffee brewer, an egg-cooking helper, or gadgets for peeling and grating vegetables, these accessories extend the possibilities. The Thermomix Sensor even lets you monitor dishes as they cook outside the main unit. A feature sure to please any demanding chef.
8. Make the Most of Every Feature
The Thermomix TM6 isn’t just a clever kitchen gadget—it’s a genuine culinary assistant. These lesser-known tips will help you reach its full potential, saving you time and making each meal just a little more perfect (let’s be honest, who doesn’t want that?).
Your Next Step
Have you already explored these hidden features? If not, now is the time to rediscover your Thermomix and push it to its real limits! Whether you see yourself as a home cook or a budding chef, these tricks will help you spend less time fussing, more time enjoying—and lots more time showing off your culinary prowess. Happy cooking!
John is a curious mind who loves to write about diverse topics. Passionate about sharing his thoughts and perspectives, he enjoys sparking conversations and encouraging discovery. For him, every subject is an invitation to discuss and learn.
