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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    Irish Cream

    8 Reviews

    This delicious, festive Irish cream recipe can be made with ingredients already in your refrigerator and cupboard.


    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...


    Fresh Broccoli Salad with Lemon

    8 Reviews

    The slightly sweet flavor of this salad's dressing is a great contrast to the rich bacon. You can substitute cauliflower...


    Iced Melon Moroccan Mint Tea

    1 Reviews

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


    Favorite Banana Split Smoothies

    1 Reviews

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


    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

    9 Reviews

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


    Sweet Potato Bisque

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

    Bananas Foster French Toast

    26 Reviews

    This decadent overnight bananas Foster French toast recipe will take your brunch game to the next level.


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    Spiced Pumpkin Coffee Shakes

    2 Reviews

    The winter holidays are my favorite time of year, and this spiced pumpkin drink is one reason I love the...


    Jalapeno Ranch Dip

    5 Reviews

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


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    Coquito

    Our coquito recipe is a creamy cocktail that’s rich with warming spices. Some call it Puerto Rican coconut eggnog, and...


    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...


    Patriotic Pops

    4 Reviews

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


    Pumpkin Pie Smoothies

    1 Reviews

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


    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...


    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...

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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...


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    Cobb Salad

    19 Reviews

    Cobb salad might have started with a handful of leftovers, but it has become a classic.


    Chocolate Strawberry Shake

    2 Reviews

    This chocolate strawberry shake is a full-on chocolate-covered strawberry in a glass, packed with creamy strawberry goodness, swirled with rich...


    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...


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    Strawberry Mimosa

    2 Reviews

    Elevate your brunch game with this easy strawberry mimosa recipe.


    Horchata

    3 Reviews

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

    Date Shake

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


    Cranberry-Banana Smoothies

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


    Pea Soup Shooters

    3 Reviews

    Appetizers really don’t get any easier than this. These shooters can be made ahead, they’re colorful, and they won’t weigh...


    Strawberry-Carrot Smoothies

    1 Reviews

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


    Cucumber-Melon Smoothies

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


    Kale Ginger Smoothie

    3 Reviews

    A splash of orange juice and a pinch of cayenne wake up this kale ginger smoothie with zingy flavor and...