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Bandleader and inventor Fred Waring introduced the first blender in 1936, and this model pays tribute to that early version in its retro styling. A tall, old-fashioned-looking blender in chili red, it will crush ice and blend frozen fruit beautifully in a few seconds. This blender feels sturdy: the lid, with a cap that doubles as a 1-ounce measurer, fits securely, and the pitcher, made of thick, ridged glass, won’t wobble. Many chefs prefer a blender rather than a food processor for soups and creamy sauces–the blades of a good blender whirl more quickly than those of a food processor and will refine a thin liquid such as cream of tomato soup to an incomparably silky texture. This blender is definitely up to that tas (more…)

Designed for maximum flexibility in the kitchen, this versatile, handheld, immersion blender can be used to mix, chop, blend, whip, grind, puree, and mince quickly and efficiently–great for protein shakes, batters, baby food, pureed soups, chopped veggies, dressings, and more. The unit features an ergonomic handle for a secure grip, an extra-long stainless-steel shaft that can reach deep into tall pots, and a blade guard that not only reduces messy splashing, but also allows the mixture to pass through without clogging. The kitchen tool also provides a 5-cup mini chopping bowl–simply switch out the blender rod and attach the chopper to the 550-watt motored handle for dicing onions and green peppers or mincing herbs. For (more…)