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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    Banana Smoothie

    Refreshing, creamy and brimming with banana, our banana smoothie is the ultimate wholesome beverage.


    Morning Orange Drink

    I love to treat overnight guests to this creamy orange frappe. Just blitz a few basic ingredients in your blender...


    Strawberry Watermelon Slush

    We like to relax on the back porch with glasses of my slush after a long, hot day. Strawberries and...


    Watermelon Spritzer

    It couldn’t get much easier than this bright spritzer! “Watermelon blended with limeade is cool and refreshing. It’s a wonderful...


    Steak Sauce

    I think this steak sauce recipe tastes better than the commercial brands. My creative condiment features an unusual variety of...


    Angel Food Trifle

    A creamy ricotta-vanilla "custard" cuts calories and boosts calcium in this light take on an English classic. —Merwyn Garbini, Tucson,...


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    Strawberry Milkshake

    Grab your spoon: this strawberry milkshake is thick, bright with strawberry flavor and infinitely customizable.


    Mustard-Crusted Salmon

    OUR DAUGHTER sent us whole salmon for Christmas one year, so I searched the web and found this recipe. I...

    Sparkling Peach Bellinis

    Folks will savor the subtle kiss of peach flavor in this elegant brunch beverage. — Taste of Home Test Kitchen,...


    Pumpkin Spice Latte

    Yearning for a pumpkin spice latte but can’t wait for fall? It’s always PSL season with this pumpkin spice latte...


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    Blintzes

    Don't flip out! Learn how to make blintzes with this easy step-by-step recipe.


    Strawberry Lemonade Slush

    "This refreshing fruity slush really perks up the taste buds," notes Sue Jorgensen, Rapid City, South Dakota. "I have made...


    Sweet Potato Butter

    This smooth creamy spread has a great combination of sweet potatoes and apples. It's a sweet and satisfying topping for...


    Blue Cheese Vinaigrette

    A lighter alternative to mayo-based blue cheese dressing, blue cheese vinaigrette packs tons of flavor and zing for your seasonal...


    Frothy Orange Drink

    Sue Ellen Bumpus of Lampasas, Texas relates, "A teaching friend blended this sunny slush in a wink at school early...


    Crustless Coconut Pie

    This easy crustless coconut pie takes seconds to prepare and bakes in the oven in under an hour. Serve the...


    Banana Milk Drink

    When money was short and times were tough, my mother still made this banana milk drink for us. We thought...

    Pumpkin Pie Smoothies

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


    Patriotic Pops

    My kids love homemade ice pops, and I love knowing that the ones we make are good for them. We...


    Fish Taco Bites

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


    Favorite Berry Punch

    A friend from church shared this zingy strawberry-infused punch recipe. It's great for bridal showers, anniversary parties and holiday gatherings....


    Creamy Fudge Frosting

    For every occasion that calls for chocolate frosting, keep this fudgy recipe close by. With just five ingredients from the...


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    Red, White and Blue Frozen Lemonade

    This patriotic drink is as pretty as it is delicious. With cherries, blueberries and lemon juice, we created a striped...

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    Thin Mint Milk Shake

    Save a sleeve of Girl Scout cookies for this creamy milkshake that's fun for kids and adults, too. —Shauna Sever,...


    Fresh Sugar Snap Pea Salad

    We found fresh sugar snap peas at our town's farmers market. They make a cheerful salad with a tangy dressing....


    Ginger-Kale Smoothies

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


    Pasta with Creamy Fennel Sauce

    When pureeing fennel one day, I realized its velvety texture would make for a creamy, delicious pasta sauce—without all the...


    Jalapeno Ranch Dip

    Ranch dressing got its start on a real dude ranch in California. Punch up the western original with green salsa,...


    Celebration Punch

    Looking for vodka punch recipes for your next party? Look no further! This easy punch is fresh, fruity and refreshing....