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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    Pomegranate Spinach Salad

    Whenever I take this salad to an event, people always ask for the recipe. It's perfect for the holidays.—Sheila Saunders,...


    Cantaloupe Banana Smoothies

    This is one of my favorite flavor combinations for a smoothie. Cool and fruity, a glass full satisfies my evening...


    Old-Fashioned Chocolate Malted Milk

    With a few ingredients, you can make this old-fashioned favorite just like the old malt shops used to have!


    Creamy Berry Smoothies

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


    Italian Dressing

    Elevate your salads with this classic Italian dressing recipe that features a perfect balance of tangy vinegar, smooth olive oil,...


    Favorite Banana Split Smoothies

    I try to get as many fruits and veggies into our menus as possible. A smoothie is a great way...


    South-of-the-Border Caprese Salad

    Plump heirloom tomatoes highlight this garden-fresh showpiece, drizzled with a sweet-tart dressing and sprinkled with cheese. It's perfect for an...


    Berry Blast Smoothies

    You’ll need just four easy ingredients for these quick morning pick-me-ups or sweet afternoon snacks. —Chris Michalowski, Dallas, Texas

    Quick Watermelon Cooler

    Summer means cooling off with a slice of watermelon and a glass of cold lemonade. This combines two favorites in...


    Grasshopper Shakes

    Minty, chocolaty and cool, this spiked dessert drink makes a wonderful way to toast family and friends at holiday gatherings....


    Mustard-Sour Cream Salad Dressing

    This smooth blend with a mild mustard flavor drapes nicely over any salad or bowl of mixed greens...and it makes...


    Garlic Anchovy Salad Dressing

    “Here’s one of my favorite dressings. It’s thick, creamy and terrific with greens and vegetables,” relates field editor Lois Taylor...


    Creepy-Crawly Pasta Salad

    A sweet-and-sour dressing tops off this easy pasta salad that's actually good for you! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen


    Easy Italian Tomato Salad

    My guests were delighted with the colorful fresh-tasting salad. It has a wonderful dressing—made with fresh basil and parsley—to complement...


    Strawberry-Peach Milk Shakes

    You'll either need thick drinking straws or spoons to enjoy this refreshing shake that combines two favorite fruits—strawberries and peaches—for...


    Pennsylvania Dutch Apple Butter

    You can spread this apple butter on thick and still enjoy a breakfast that's thin on calories. For a smoother...


    Cranberry Pear Spinach Salad

    A few moments are all you need to toss together this pretty salad and tangy classic dressing. It's a perfect...

    Cream of Butternut Soup

    Ginger, turmeric, cinnamon and a little sherry do an incredible job of seasoning this slightly sweet butternut soup. After I...


    Sensational Slush

    Colorful and refreshing, this sweet-tart slush has become a family favorite. I freeze the mix in 2- and 4-cup containers...


    Watermelon-Strawberry Cooler

    My family gulps this frosty cooler because we love, love, love watermelon. The strawberries give it an extra pop. This...


    Pineapple-Coconut Smoothie

    Use fresh or frozen fruits in this coconutty recipe. It's like a pina colada, but better for you and more...


    Strawberry Chicken Salad

    Juicy berries, crisp sugar snap peas and crunchy pecans complement the lime-marinated chicken in this pretty salad. The homemade sweet-sour...


    Pureed Butternut Squash Soup

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

    Spinach Salad with Tortellini & Roasted Onions

    Spinach and tortellini go so well together, and this salad makes an easy meal with leftover cooked chicken. What really...


    Yummy Corn Chip Salad

    Corn chips give a special crunch and an unexpected flavor to this potluck favorite. Bacon adds a hint of smokiness,...


    Island Mango Slaw

    The cooling effect of tropical fruit and Greek yogurt meets jalapeno spice in this snappy mango slaw. To ensure ripeness,...


    Asian Slaw with Steak

    Main-dish salads are so perfect for summer, especially this one with its Asian-inspired dressing. The colorful slaw and juicy steak...


    Pork Tacos with Mango Salsa

    I've made quite a few tacos in my day, but you can't beat the tender filling made in a slow...


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    Easy Irish Cream

    Stir up this fast and easy recipe for a potluck brunch. There's plenty of coffee flavor in every cozy cup.—Anna...