Blenders are a kitchen appliance that offers a wide range of uses beyond just making smoothies. From food preparation to creating desserts, blenders can be an important tool in any kitchen. I want to share at least 25 reasons to keep a blender on hand. Here’s the deal, yes we may not be able to use one when the power goes out, but we must enjoy life now. Who loves homemade smoothies as much as I do? Oster Blender or a Baby Food Mill Blender
1. Smoothies
Blenders are best known for making delicious and nutritious smoothies. They effortlessly blend fruits, vegetables, yogurt, and other ingredients into refreshing beverages. Spinach Smoothies For Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner
2. Soups
Blenders can puree cooked vegetables and broth into smooth and creamy soups, perfect for a cozy meal on a cold day. 20 Dutch Oven Soups And Stews
3. Sauces and Dressings
Create homemade sauces and dressings with ease by blending ingredients like herbs, oils, vinegar, and spices for a fresher and more flavorful alternative to store-bought options. Easy Frugal Sauces You Can Make Yourself
4. Nut Butters
Blenders can grind nuts into creamy nut butter, allowing you to customize flavors and avoid additives often found in commercial varieties. Is Peanut Butter a Good Survival Food?
5. Dips and Spreads
Blend ingredients like beans, avocado, or roasted vegetables to make delicious dips and spreads for snacking or entertaining guests. How To Make Natural Yeast Crepes From Scratch
6. Pancake Batter
Blenders ensure a smooth and evenly mixed pancake batter, making breakfast preparation a breeze. The Best Foods You Need In Your Pantry
Sometimes I get in a hurray and use my hand mixer or stand mixer to mix up my pancake batter. Yes, they work ok, but to make sure you fully mix the batter and don’t get those dry bubbles, a blender is the answer.
7. Baby Food
Blending steamed or cooked fruits and vegetables can create nutritious and easily digestible baby food for infants transitioning to solid foods. Making Homemade Baby Food: The Ultimate Guide
8. Frozen Treats
Make homemade sorbets, ice creams, and frozen yogurts by blending frozen fruits, yogurt, and sweeteners for a healthier dessert option. Cooking From Scratch 101
9. Cocktails and Mocktails
Blenders are essential for creating perfectly blended cocktails and mocktails, from frozen margaritas to fruit smoothie mocktails. 15 Ways to Use Heavy Whipping Cream
10. Salsas and Pico de Gallo
A blender shows its great versatility by blending fresh tomatoes, onions, peppers, and herbs to make flavorful salsas and pico de gallo to accompany your favorite Mexican dishes. The Best Cranberry Salsa Recipe Salsa Maker
11. Hummus
Blend chickpeas, tahini, olive oil, garlic, and lemon juice to make creamy and flavorful hummus for dipping vegetables or spreading on sandwiches. Instant Pot® Hummus and Mediterranean Bowl
12. Salad Dressings
Tired of using plain Mayo to make your dressings, use a blender to whip up homemade salad dressings by blending ingredients like olive oil, vinegar, mustard, herbs, and spices for a healthier and tastier alternative to store-bought dressings. 20 Homemade Salad Dressings
13. Whipped Cream
Blenders can quickly whip cream to perfection, making it ideal for topping desserts or adding to hot beverages like hot chocolate or coffee. Whipped Cream Frosting
14. Breadcrumbs
Transform stale bread into fresh breadcrumbs by pulsing it in the blender, perfect for coating meats or adding texture to dishes. 17 Cheap Recipes You Can Make At Home
15. Oat Flour
Grind oats into a fine powder to make oat flour, a gluten-free alternative for baking bread, muffins, and pancakes. What to Do with Steel Cut Oats Besides Oatmeal
16. Pesto
Blend fresh basil, pine nuts, garlic, Parmesan cheese, and olive oil to make homemade pesto sauce, perfect for tossing with pasta or spreading on sandwiches. Why You Should Make Homemade Bread
17. Purees for Baking
Blend fruits like bananas, apples, or berries into smooth purees to use as natural sweeteners and moisteners in baking recipes. Baking Powder: Everything You Need to Know
18. Protein Shakes
For athletes and fitness enthusiasts, blenders are essential for mixing protein powders with various liquids and other ingredients for a quick and convenient post-workout refuel. 15 Foods To Buy When You’re Broke
19. Omelets and Frittatas
Blend eggs with milk or cream for fluffy omelets and frittatas, incorporating vegetables, cheese, and meats for a satisfying meal. How to Eat More Fruits and Vegetables on a Budget
20. Marinades
Create flavorful marinades for meats and vegetables by blending ingredients like herbs, spices, oils, and acids to tenderize and infuse flavor. 33 Essential Spices I Recommend Stocking Up On
21. Wholesome Desserts
Blend frozen bananas, cocoa powder, and a splash of milk for a creamy and guilt-free chocolate “nice cream” dessert. 20 No-Bake Strawberry Desserts
22. Flavored Butter
Mix softened butter with herbs, garlic, citrus zest, or spices to create custom-flavored butter perfect for spreading on bread or melting over cooked vegetables. How to Store Butter Long Term
23. Instant Sorbet
Freeze chunks of fruit like mangoes or berries and blend them until smooth for a refreshing and healthy instant sorbet. This is one of my favorite reasons for keeping a blender on hand! How To Make 25 Sorbet Recipes
24. Homemade Mayonnaise
Whip up creamy and flavorful mayonnaise at home by blending egg yolks, oil, vinegar, mustard, and seasonings. 20 Uses for Mayonnaise
25. Coffee Grinder
In a pinch, blenders can grind coffee beans into a coarse or fine powder, ensuring a fresh and flavorful cup of coffee every time. Enjoying a Cup of Coffee as a Prepper
What Is A Stick Blender?
A stick blender, often called an immersion blender, is a kitchen blending tool that is shaped much like a stick. The immersion aspect is because you dip the stick into the liquid ingredients to be blended. It can take the place of a food processor or regular blender, particularly for blending a small amount in a hurry with less cleanup. It is used to make smoothies, milkshakes, and to puree soups with any of the attachments that come with it. Its size and very portable nature make it a fun blender choice, particularly when you want to keep appliances in a drawer and off your countertop.
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Final Word
There are many reasons to keep a blender on hand. Ever since I was first married, a blender has been one of the first things I bought and kept up with throughout the years. If you aren’t sure of which kitchen appliances to start with, always start with a blender. What’s your favorite small kitchen appliance to have on hand? May God Bless this World, Linda.
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