Blenders: Tips, Recipes, Guides & Care

A blender is a must-have for pureeing, whipping and crushing foods. We’ll show you how to use this kitchen workhorse, plus offer recipes, tips and techniques.

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    Blueberry Cheese Danish

    4 reviews

    A layer of blueberries is the sweet surprise hidden inside this pretty pastry. The recipe comes from our Test Kitchen...


    Tropical Pineapple Smoothies

    6 reviews

    Around our house, we often make these yummy shakes. To make the shakes healthier, we substitute fat-free milk and ice...


    Spicy Mustard

    When I make this mustard, I add fresh horseradish from our garden and vinegar seasoned with homegrown tarragon. —Joyce Lonsdale,...


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    Banana Smoothie

    14 reviews

    This banana smoothie has to be one of my favorite recipes because it can be made in a flash, yet...


    Diabetic Milk Shake

    1 review

    Here's a sugar-free refresher with a yummy vanilla-banana flavor. It blends together in no time. —Evelyn Archer, Elkville, Illinois


    Old-Fashioned Strawberry Soda

    2 reviews

    With just a quick pulse of the blender, you will have what I call a "refreshing sipper"—and you'll be asked...


    Cranberry-Banana Smoothies

    When the big meal is over, I make a smoothie using leftover cranberry sauce. Don’t have a frozen banana? Use...


    Ginger-Kale Smoothies

    3 reviews

    Since I started making this green smoothie recipe for breakfast every day, I honestly feel better! Substitute any fruit and...

    Date Shake

    The shake has the rich taste of dates. We recommend using Medjool dates for the most flavor. —Taste of Home...


    Horchata

    3 reviews

    In this Horchata recipe, the mixture of ground rice and almonds is accented with a hint of lime. Depending on...


    Cucumber-Melon Smoothies

    My cool honeydew and cucumber smoothie has only five ingredients. I sometimes add a small avocado to make it extra...


    Strawberry-Carrot Smoothies

    1 review

    My children resist veggies, but they love this carrot smoothie. It packs in lots of good-for-you fruits and veggies—but to...


    Asparagus Soup with Lemon Creme Fraiche

    A fresh and easy asparagus soup, pureed until it's smooth, is a definite winner. Serve it warm or chilled depending...


    Double Hot Horseradish Mustard

    My family enjoys spicy food so this recipe is wonderful for us. We add it to sandwiches.—Madeline Cole, Willow, Alaska


    Strawberry Spinach Salad

    7 reviews

    This recipe was popular at a restaurant in Winston-Salem called Berry's. I love serving this salad to guests who comment...


    Mixed Green Salad with Cranberry Vinaigrette

    This colorful salad is a bright and tasty introduction to a special meal. Dried cranberries and tart apples along with...


    Pureed Butternut Squash Soup

    2 reviews

    For several years, we've been enjoying this velvety, healthy soup at Thanksgiving. Butternut squash isn’t the easiest thing to cut...

    Makeover Chocolate-Covered Strawberry Milk Shake

    2 reviews

    I’m not a big sweets person, but I’ll slurp down a milk shake from Steak ‘n Shake any day! —Sarah...


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    Strawberry Mimosas

    2 reviews

    Here's a tasty twist on the classic mimosa. To make refreshing strawberry mimosas friendly for kids or mamas-to-be, substitute lemon-lime...


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    Homemade Mayonnaise

    5 reviews

    Pssst! Did you know America’s top-selling condiment and go-to dressing for chicken, tuna and potato salad can be prepared with...


    Coconut Lover’s Frappe

    4 reviews

    I love frozen beverages, so I wanted to create one similar to those in coffee shops but without coffee as...


    Orange Dream Mimosas

    3 reviews

    Your inner child will love this fun riff on the classic mimosa. Use sparkling cider, ginger ale or sparkling grape...


    Pumpkin Pie Smoothies

    1 review

    My pie-flavored smoothie is loaded with fruit. The spices make it all come together. —Karen Sikora, Dayton, Nevada

    Fish Taco Bites

    3 reviews

    I think these appetizers are better than full-size fish tacos I’ve had as an entree. Enjoy the creamy salsa drizzle...


    Sweet Potato Bisque

    I love to serve this bright orange, sweet potato bisque for special occasions in fall and winter. The recipe includes...


    Italian Vinaigrette

    8 reviews

    What are all those specks and spices in your Italian dressing? You probably have them in your pantry. Create your...


    Iced Melon Moroccan Mint Tea

    1 review

    I grow mint on my balcony, and this refreshing beverage is a wonderful way to use it. It combines two...


    Low-Fat Tangy Tomato Dressing

    4 reviews

    This zesty blend is delicious over greens, pasta or fresh garden vegetables. I love that it's a healthier alternative to...


    Creamy Berry Smoothies

    Who can tell that this delicious smoothie is made with tofu? No one (especially your kids)! The blend of berries...