KRUPS KB720 5-Speed Blender, 60 oz Glass Jar Review

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(More customer reviews)Just finished my first blend - was a bit worried after reading all of the negative reviews concerning about whether this unit can adequately blend frozen fruit. First impression - very nice. Smoothie with frozen strawberries (+ almond milk & protein powder) was well blended. Unit did turn itself off, either from an (unseen) auto timer or the heat sensor issues raised in other reviews, but my smoothie was finished anyway. Very quiet blending - a huge plus as my cheapo blenders used to make me plug my ears and I'm sure woke the neighbors (apartment neighbors), as loud as jackhammers. So far so good, very pleased.
UPDATE: Many smoothies later - it occurs to me that those complaining about the lack of a "vortex" action, or incomplete blending, probably aren't following the blender directions. You must start the blender on its lowest setting first, then once the material has been broken down, you can move it up the speed list. If you make it go too fast too soon, there is no vortex action. My smoothies are chock full of frozen stuff and this blender handles it well (if I follow the unit's directions). Wonderful to be in the same room with an operating blender and not worry about hearing loss...
HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!
*UPDATE - 3 MONTHS LATER*
2 Blends a day, this blender handles it all, does a great job, still very quiet, I'm buying an extra for the office soon.

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Combining outstanding performance, durability, and an easy-to-clean design, this 1,000-watt blender performs everyday kitchen tasks, including mixing up smoothies, puréeing vegetables for soup, crushing ice, and making pesto. The countertop appliance offers five speeds, including a slow speed for delicate blending, plus an ice-crushing function with automatic pulsing and a pulse function at any speed for precise blending. Its unique electronic motor control system provides constant power and speed whatever the load, ensuring professional, consistent results and allowing intensive heavy-duty use while maintaining a very low noise level. In addition, the unit's 60-ounce thermal shock-resistant glass jar features a waterproof locking lid and a removable cap with 1- and 2-ounce measuring marks. Other highlights include a die-cast metal base; an oversized collar for stability and safe handling; an illuminated, intuitive, touchpad control panel; and detachable blades for easier, thorough cleaning. All parts, except for the motor, are dishwasher-safe, and a full-color recipe book with more than 50 recipes is included. With its attractive graphite gray and brushed stainless-steel design, the blender measures 9 by 6-1/2 by 14-3/4 inches and carries a one-year limited warranty. From the Manufacturer More "Controlled Usable" Power Features and Specifications
1,000 watts
60-ounce extra-large-capacity jar
5 speeds plus ice crushing and pulse
Illuminated touchpad control panel
Graphite grey and brushed stainless steel
Removable cap with 1- and 2-ounce measuring marks
Die-cast metal base
Full-color recipe book included
Measures 9 by 6-1/2 by 14-3/4 inches
One-year limited warranty

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Oster BPST02-B Professional Series Blender, Black Review

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(More customer reviews)We have owned several blenders, some average and some 'professional.' None come close to power of this one. First, you can tell by the weight of it that it is well built. Metal construction and very powerful. I put whole ice cubes in the blender and turned it on. (Only one speed with a pulse on that same speed). The ice turned to sluce before I could blink. I could not believe how fast it blended the ice. It is absolutely amazing. If you are looking for sheer power for making frostys or other ice crushing capabilities, this is the one. I would have given it 10 stars if I was able. You can not go wrong with this powerhouse!

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Blendtec Home The Professional's Choice 1500-Watt Programmable Blender- FREE Shipping Review

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(More customer reviews)This is the most powerful blender I have ever used. It will blend just about anything and gives you a nice and smooth liquid with no chunks. Blending ice is an ease, so it's great for mixed drinks. Great for shakes. It's great for more than you'd imagine. Comes with a cookbook that will help you to use to more than you'd probably think, including soups.
Hand blender is nice. Obviously, not as powerful, but does a good job for shakes or powdered drinks.
Both are easy to clean.
I love my BlendTec and you probably will also, but you may want to look at Vita-Mix 1700 Turbo Blend 4500 Countertop Blender with 2+ HP Motor before making a buying decision. Also a very nice blender.

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Nostalgia Electrics Margarator Margarita Machine, Model# HSB-590 Review

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(More customer reviews)My husband loves his new Margarator Margarita Machine. We all enjoyed testing it. The drinks were delicious. It makes a large batch and keeps them icy fresh. One of my friends commented "Isn't that just a glorified blender?" I could explain that it not only made a larger batch, the spigot made it very handy to serve, and it was insulated so it kept the drinks cold and icy. We have enjoyed several different kinds of drinks. It did take trial and error to figure out that if it had sat for a while after mixing, we needed to turn it back on and let it run before serving ourselves for the perfect drink.

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Mix up great-tasting margaritas in no time with this easy-to-use margarita machine. Just fill the unit with ice, margarita mix, and tequila; then, secure the safety lid and flip the switch. In a matter of minutes, the unit produces delicious, refreshing margaritas, daiquiris, or slushies--all of which can be dispensed via the front-mounted serving spout. The machine's ice-grinding/shaving motor delivers exceptional crushing power, while its insulated container holds up to 128 ounces of a favorite frozen drink at a time--it even has a handle for convenient transport to the next party. The 90-watt unit runs on A/C power, and its see-through lid and jar clean-up in a snap. Great for pool parties, barbecues, birthdays, weddings, camping, and more, the ETL-approved frozen-drink machine measures 10 by 10-1/2 by 19-2/7 inches and carries a 90-day warranty.

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Vita-Mix 1320 Professional Series, Platinum Review

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(More customer reviews)My wife and I have two Vita-Mix blenders. We bought one at a fair 6 years ago, and picked up a new-in-the-box commercial model at an auction about 3 years ago. We have used both heavily. Vita-Mix blenders are tall (too tall to fit under typical kitchen cabinets), heavy, loud, and very, very effective. Like most, we've burned through any number of typical home blenders. The Vita-Mix blenders last.
Customer service is superb. We've had exactly one problem - the variable speed dial got really difficult to turn. With about two weeks go to on the original 5-year warranty (warranties have changed since - they're longer now), Vita-Mix fixed the base, including paying shipping both ways, and also told us to send along the container so they could make sure it was in good shape - and then replaced the blade for us.
Vita-Mix blenders come with a tamper, and a lid designed to take the tamper. Most of the time you don't need it. It comes in handy for very thick, very cold blends, like thick smoothies, ice cream, etc. You will absolutely, positively need to have a tamper - or stop and use a scraper - with ANY blender, no matter how powerful, the shape of the container, or configuration of the blades. "Tamper" is actually something of a misnomer. While it is used to tamp at times, it actually changes the mixing dynamics by effectively taking up part of the volume at the center of the container, eliminating cavitation in mixes where that's helpful.
The Vita-Mix base units are heavy because they use heavy-duty motors. Don't be taken in by competing companies' horsepower claims with lighter-duty motors with half the weight. The competitors hit higher horsepower ratings by running their motors at higher speeds. All blender motors run fast, of course, and bumping up the horsepower by pulling more amps this way can be appropriate for some motor applications, but you can't consider one factor in a vacuum. The Vita-Mix motors are heavy, and heavy motors last longer by using heavier cores and windings, both of which make the motor stand up longer to heavy use and heat without breaking down. Vita-Mix containers also employ a heavy flywheel below the blades. That, in conjunction with the heavier-duty motor, is what gives you longevity, and the ability to chop heavy stuff for years. If you look at the motor-to-container connector, you will also see that the Vita-Mix uses a larger diameter connector - less stress, more life, and lower possibility of stripping.
I do wish they were quieter, but the competitors are in the same ballpark, claims to the contrary notwithstanding. The height can be dealt with by simply storing the container away from the base (which we leave on the countertop). My only real complaint is the cost of extra containers. I'd love one of the 32oz containers, but think $100-$120 (typical price at a fair)is too much.

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6640-022 Table Top Blender, Oster 6640, 10 spd White Review

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(More customer reviews)This blender does crush ice and makes my smoothies with ease (the recipe's in my book, Feeding the Kids!). I have even ground coffee with the blender a few times. Its motor is holding up well after around 2 years of heavy usage and washings in the dishwasher.
The other review mentioned leaking. The blender only leaks when you put the rubber gasket on below the blade attachment. It's an easy mistake to make--and an easy mistake to correct. There is a note engraved on the blade attachment showing just where to put the gasket, but it's not very noticeable unless you look for it.
My main complaint is that the lid of the blender is very poorly made and warped in the dishwasher. Also, the middle part of the lid fell into the blender and was pureed into my soup while I was blending it. That's a major design flaw. The lid is the main reason I give this product 3 stars.
Update: It finally died after about 4 years of fairly heavy usage. The motor still works, but the stem that spins snapped off. I did have to replace the rubber gasket, blades, lid and glass jar (my fault, I dropped it) over the years--but still, an OK blender for the price.


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Back to Basics SBK100 Smoothie and Ice Treats Recipe Book Review

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(More customer reviews)Not much to say except my aunt is satisfied with the book... and that's all that matters! :)

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From creamy dessert beverages to nutritious meal replacements and slushy iced drinks, this recipe book serves as the ultimate smoothie-making companion. The soft-cover, spiral-bound volume lays flat for easy reference, and 100 different recipes offer a multitude of frozen-treat options, from fruity or protein-packed to decadently rich, from icy to sweet and refreshing. Best of all, the compilation offers nutritional information for each recipe--perfect for dieters or anyone wishing to make health-conscious choices. The recipe book measures 9 by 6-2/5 by 1/2 inches.

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HP3A Blendtec 3 hp Food Fruit Blender Blend-tec Review

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(More customer reviews)If you're serious about getting a real blender, it comes down to Blendtec and Vita-Mix. I don't think you can go wrong with either of these "real" blenders. All the others are fine, I guess. I'd been making do with a classic Waring and a cheap new thing that promised to circulate the contents in some kind of wave motion. Whatever. They both made enough noise to drown out a helicopter landing on my roof, and I seriously feared they'd fly apart and I'd die from shrapnel wounds. And they were such a pain to clean that I regretted pulling them out of the cupboard in the first place. I needed something better, and man, did I find it!
I chose the Blendtec for the following reasons:
-it's smaller
-no knobs or crevices to clean or gum up
-square pitcher pours better
-3 HP motor (!)
-excellent design and choice of materials
-Vita-Mix is incredibly ugly -- I wonder if that was on purpose or just some unfortunate accident?
-relatively quiet -- if you want to hear loud, come over and I'll dig out my old blenders and make you a smoothie
-Extremely easy to clean
Yes, I love it and haven't found anything about it I'd change.

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Margaritaville DM900 Battery-Powered Frozen-Concoction Maker Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought this machine to make non-alcoholic versions of daiquiris and margaritias and discovred that this is one heck of a slush maker as well! The consistency of the drinks that this machine makes is like a frozen coke consistency and the machine works very quickly and easily. The machine is also very easy to clean after use. I am able to get three full batches of drinks from one batch of ice from my refrigerator's automatic ice maker. The automatic feature shaves ice and blends perfectly. This is the third "smoothie" type machine that I have had and the only one that works like it is supposed to. The battery charges well and so far I have made 15 batches of drinks without a recharge.
This will definitely be nice on hot summer nights on the deck!

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Enjoy restaurant-quality frozen concoctions from the comfort of home and beyond thanks to this easy-to-use drink-making machine. The unit provides the same reliable performance as the plug-in models, but with the freedom of cordless operation--take it to the beach, out on the boat, to a tailgating party, or to a picnic in the park. Equipped with an 18-volt Ni-Cd battery pack, the appliance delivers enough power to blend up to 80 drinks on a single charge. Simply fill the top reservoir with ice, pour the ingredients into the blending jar, and hit the "start" button. Far more than just an ordinary blender, the unit features pre-programmed settings that automatically shave ice and completely blend up to 36 ounces at a time. Whether it's margaritas, mudslides, daiquiris, or fruit smoothies, the machine mixes ingredients to slushy perfection--no missed chunks of ice or watered-down disappointments. Other highlights include front-access controls, powerful DC shaving and blending motors, durable construction with a premium graphite finish, a stable base, and a see-through blending jar with a generous handle. The battery-operated frozen-concoction maker measures approximately 15 by 10 by 21 inches. From the Manufacturer Features

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17pc Party Blender Review

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(More customer reviews)My Magic Bullet broke after many years of daily use. Actually, it was a black plastic piece on the motor shaft that the blade assembly nestles onto that broke. I didn't think that super-glueing it back together would work due to the pressure exerted on that piece. So off I went to buy a new motor.
Prices of motors alone (on eBay) were about the same as buying this entire Cookinex set, so I went for this set. If you look closely, it appears to have an identical motor to the Magic Bullet, so I took my chances.
I am now happy to say that it IS completely compatible.
1 - the blade assembly from Magic Bullet fits onto the Cookinex motor and turns on properly.
2 - the cups from the Magic Bullet set screw onto the blade assembly for the Cookinex. I tested the connection and there was no leakage.
All parts are interchangeable, so now I have some pretty new cups as well as a fully functional motor replacement for my Magic Bullet.
Hurray!

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Margaritaville DM2000 Fiji Frozen Concoction Maker Review

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(More customer reviews)First, I would rate it a 3.5
I purchased this item as I was tired of low quality drink mixers... I purchased the FIJI as it was the newest model out. It has a larger Ice holder and different settings for margaritas, daquiries, mudslides, and smoothies.
The machine is powerful and seemingly high quality. I feel it will last a long time. It does take some practice getting your recipies correct. Maybe its just me, but I also can NOT differentiate the drinks from the four different settings. A drink in the mudslide setting has the same texture as a Margarita....and etc. So I felt that was a waste for me. With the larger Ice Hopper thats nice, but easily available for the Key West version. I would rather have extra blending Jars as they are small and what I go through the most. The Key west seems to have the best matching ice reservoir for the blending jar. The drip through water catcher is nice... but very difficultt to clean. Its too narrow to wash by hand, you need to use a long handled something(minor inconvenience I guess).
Performance is nice. Its powerful and the ice shaver works well. very well actually/ But that too is extremely difficult to clean... If it comes out to clean, I cant figure mine out...so its pretty much just sticking a cloth it there to swap up melted ice, and hand pick out leftover ice. Its tricky as supports and the big blade can get you.
Also, probably the most fustrating thing is the ice hopper does not line up nicely with the blending jar opening. Its off about a 1/4 inch, but just enough for liquid to jump out when machine fires up. I was told I had too much liquid, but it does it no matter how much liquid I have in it. I now have to put the lid on the mixing jar at an angle so it lines up with the hopper, but this leaves an imperfect seal on the jar, and for full serving mixes it wants to come out the side of the lid.
Its also a big unit. We dont store appliances on our counter(actually wont fit under the counter wit the ice hopper on it), and we were limited as to where this unit would fit in our pantry... but thats fine, we made room. When mixing, the ice only feature is nice as you can really make a nice slushy drink for yourself or the kids if you wish. I pretty much only use the ice only and blend only buttons now, as the programmed settings either dont add enough ice for our taste or mixes it up too much. The no spill blending jar is not really no spill. It has a spout, but the glass is thick(quality), and that leads to dripping down the side when pouring. I would like to see them invent a high quality blending jar with a spout for pouring(as seen on cheap blenders)... now that would be the last great feature they would need to add.
I wish I had gotten the Key West to save money, but live and learn. Its a solid, decent looking machine that seems durable for years of use. I can live with its shortcomings operationally, but everytime I make a drink I cant get past the fact the blending jar does not line up perfectly with the ice hopper. I called the Manufacturer and they told me it in fact doesnt line up....That would be my clue to fix that, or not put it on the market at nearly $400.
Worth $400...NO...$300...NO... $200...sure, because of its powerful motor and expected lifespan. If you dont use it often its not worth it. The lower priced version at less than $200 would be perfect. But when using this often, you can justify a larger price. What else is out there like it anyhow???


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Kick-start the party by serving up restaurant-quality frozen concoctions with this unique, easy-to-use appliance. Far more than just an ordinary blender, the unit automatically shaves ice and blends up to 36 ounces of a favorite frosty drink, all at the touch of a button. Simply fill the top reservoir with ice, pour the ingredients into the glass jar, and select the amount and type of beverage. Choose from four pre-programmed drink cycles--margaritas, daiquiris, mudslides, or smoothies--and either a full pitcher or experiment with small batches using the one-, two-, or three-drink settings. Hit the automatic Shave-N-Blend switch, and the machine automatically mixes the right proportion of ice with ingredients and for the perfect amount of time. The shaved ice ensures better drink consistency--no more chunks or watery drinks. For party guests who like thicker or thinner drinks, the manual "shave only / blend only" toggle switch allows for easily customizing beverages by adding more shaved ice or blending longer.
Crafted from durable ABS plastic in a premium brushed-nickel finish, the unit features a die-cast aluminum base, which provides a stable footprint, and a heavy-duty die-cast aluminum shaver paddle and lower blending coupler that handle the power of the dual motors. Other highlights include simple front-access controls, a large-capacity reservoir that holds ice for mixing 72 ounces of frozen drinks between refills, and a 36-ounce thick-walled retro-styled glass blending jar with a generous handle and drip-free spout. The blending jar and its components clean up easily by hand or in the dishwasher, and the rest of the unit quickly wipes clean. Accessories include one shot glass, a quick set-up guide, a recipe guide, an instruction manual, four coasters, and drink charms in a tin can. The 700-watt frozen concoction maker measures 14 by 9 by 20 inches and carries a one-year warranty.

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Tribest Mason Jar Single Serving Blender Review

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(More customer reviews)This is my first small blender, and very pleased with the easy to clean drinking/mixing container and low noise level. I own a large blender and recently gave away an expensive juicer after deciding that the Tribest Single Serving Blender is far more practical for my type use. First, the small footprint for this blender is a big plus as it resides on the kitchen countertop ready for instant use. Clean-up relative to the juicer and large blender is a huge time saver, and makes this device extremely versatile and easy for everyday use. It seems well made and durable. A small distraction is that frozen fruit or ice sometimes gets lumped and requires unscrewing the lid and stirring with a spatula (shaking sometimes alleviates this minor problem). Another minor inconvenience is the polycarbonate containers and blade assembly are not dishwasher safe, and must be hand-washed. Overall, however, this is a fantastic kitchen appliance.
Tribest's marketing of it's single serving blenders is a bit confusing. The base motor is the same regardless of which series you decide to purchase (i.e., 200 watt; 1/4 hp), and your decision comes down to accessories you want. The following breakdown may help you:
* PB-100 (2 blender containers & 1 four-prong blender blade; $50 price range)
* PB-200 (same as PB-100 PLUS 2 grinder containers & 1 two-prong grinder blade; $60 price range)
* PB-300 (1/ea. blender & grinder containers instead of 2/ea. w/ PB-200 PLUS 4 glass mason jars & mason jar attachment; $70 price range)
* For more precise details of included accessories, see the following reference sources:[...]
Depending on their marketing channels, the three main series (i.e., PB-100, 200, or 300) may be sold by distributors by another number so carefully check what is included. The bottom line is to purchase the accessories pieces that you think you might use as it will be considerably more costly to buy these separately in the future, especially if having to pay for shipping. For that reason, the $10 price difference between the PB-200 & PB-300 series made it seem sensible for me to buy the Tribest® PB-350 Mason Jar Personal Blender & Grinder as featured here. While I've only used several of the accessories so far, the others are expected to be used as I further explore more possibilities for this time saving blender.
While wondering whether this kitchen gadget would be put to good use, it has far exceeded my expectations. I won't be without one of these small blenders going forward!!


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Victorio VKP1100 Electric Snow Cone Maker/Ice Shaver Review

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(More customer reviews)All the other reviews either seemed as if they were a plant or were complaining that the other reviews were plants. So, here is a review that is neither of those.
I bought this product despite all those other reviews. I love it. My daughter loves it. It is easy to use... just drop the ice in the top and hold the lid down. It makes snow-like ice that absorbs the syrups. It doesn't make an "ice chunk and syrup soup" like many other snow cone machines do. It's not exactly "$8 amusement park snow cone" quality, but I'd certainly say it is "$5 county fair snow cone" quality.
I am VERY happy with this product and do recommend it.

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Focus Electrics, LLC BPE3BR Blender Express Review

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(More customer reviews)I started with this unit, it immediately failed, the company that's absorbed Back to Basics was quick to send me a new one in exchange for my defective one. In the meantime, I picked up the comparably priced Hamilton Beach Personal Blender. I'm now alternating the two every other day.
It's no contest. The Hamilton Beach may be a simpler and lighter, wimpier-looking machine, but it's an infinitely superior design and is deceptively powerful. It's quick, handy, and clean! With the Hamilton Beach, you're not turning the cannister upside down, screwing and unscrewing different covers on it for each use, and best off all there's no spill-over and drippage every time you use it (a good day is one on which, after using the Blender Express, I don't have goopy pants and a sticky car seat by the time I make it to the job).

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Blendtec WildSide HP3A Blender - 3 Qt (96 oz) Container & 4" Blade - BLACK Review

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(More customer reviews)I've repeatedly tried to dramatically increase my consumption of raw fruits and greens with little success. It is extremely difficult to chew large quantities of produce. Blended food is the answer. I have prepared all manner of concoctions using the Blentec WildSide blender which are delicious and nutritious. The Blendtec works as advertised. It is loud, but tolerably so. My drinks, smoothies and sauces are blended to smooth perfection in a remarkably short period of time. I definitely recommend getting the 96 oz container. I prepare food for one, or sometimes two, and find this larger size to be perfect. The container is also very easy to clean. I debated whether to buy the Blendtec or the Vitamix; after researching, I decided on the Blentec and am very pleased with my decision. The product is expensive, but it works very, very well. I use it several times a day. Think of it this way: instead of cooking your food on a stove or in an oven, you are processing the food in a blender. You are essentially cooking without heat.

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Hamilton Beach 51101 Personal Blender Review

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(More customer reviews)The other day I impulsivley went and bought a Hamilton Beach Juicer. When I got it home I hemmed and hawed, wondering if I should use it or not. Did I really want it? I started looking around the internet and realized what I really wanted was something to make smoothies or other fruit concoctions. I researched a few things like the Magic Bullet and Ultimate Chopper but both had mixed reviews. I was tempted to buy the Tribest blender because it had some good reviews here at Amazon but I could only find it online and it's listed at $60 - much more than what I really wanted to spend.
Instead, I went to my local Walmart and to see what they had. I saw the Hamilton Beach Personal Blender and it was priced for only $13.67 so I was interested. It's just me, so I don't need a huge and heavy unit taking up what little counter space I have. I also figured since that if I bought it at Walmart and that if I didn't like it I could easily return it.
I brought it home, looked over the manual and attempted my first smoothie. I threw in milk, strawberries, frozen raspberries and hit the button. I needed to blend it some more because of the raspberries being frozen. Live and learn, I should have done those first. I put in some ice and blended it some more. It came out wonderful!
The jar itself can be used as a serving glass. I probably will only use it in that manner at home. It has no handle so I'd be afraid I'd drop it when I was out. Then the blender would be worthless because the blade is in the jar.
* Jar twists and locks into place on the base
* Comes with a travel lid to take your drink on the go
* Cord wraps around the base
* Not intended for all food - manual says not to process hard foods such as cheese, crackers or meat. A maximum of 12 tablespoons can be ground at a time. Do not try to mash potatoes, mix stiff dough, whip egg whites, grind raw meat or extract juice from fruit or veggies.
* Container cover has filler cap that can be removed to insert small objects when blending
* Can not use big chunks of ice. You need to break them down. I have an ice tray where the shape is a small circle (half ball) and it was fine. Perhaps this is what you can use those holiday themed ice trays for. Some of those sizes which I have seem I think would work in this.
* NOT dishwasher safe - but easy clean up - rinse, put water and soap in jar, blend for a minute, empty, rinse again and you're done.
* No complicated speeds or choices - one push button
* I can't find it on the box or in the manual but according to Amazon, the motor has 175 watts of power
I just went and made another smoothie! Banana, Vanilla soy milk, little bit of chocolate syrup and instant coffee. Yummy!
This one site has TONS of recipes that you can use with this blender. You just have to play with the recipes because a lot of them are meant to be multiple servings.
http://fooddownunder.com/cgi-bin/search.cgi?q=smoothie
While this might not do what a full size blender can, this is a great blender for smoothies, drinks, shakes and to grind coffee. I love that it's small, the cord wraps around the base and I can use this thing at night and not wake up the neighbors!
I just came back from the grocery store and picked up some more fruit... what else can I make???

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No need to lug out the heavy-duty blender for those morning smoothies, protein shakes, or other blended beverages. When you're trying to get out the door in a hurry, this convenient blender offers one-person portions, simple one-touch blending, and durable stainless-steel blades for fast results. Best of all, its 14-ounce blending jar doubles as a travel cup, so you can sip from the same container you blend in, which means less to clean in the end. The portable travel cup includes measuring marks up the side, and it fits most car cup holders for safe, secure transport. A travel lid to drink from and a recipe book are included. Great for at home or on the go, the 175-watt single-serve blender measures 3-3/4 by 3-3/4 by 12-1/2 inches.

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Back to Basics SJR1X Smoothie Blast Review

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(More customer reviews)I'm very please with this little blender. Holds quite a bit and was powerful enough to handle hard, frozen fruit. Haven't tried ice yet but I know it will do great. It blends quickly and the dispenser actually works great! It's made of plastic so may crack if handled too rough, but overall I'm extremely pleased. Does exactly what it's supposed to.

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