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Post by monklady123 on Nov 14, 2024 19:55:59 GMT
I'm annoyed at my immersion blenders. The one I have now is a Bella. Never heard of it but I bought it because someone on Facebook linked it and it's bright red. However, I'm here to tell you that color alone should not be the reason to buy any appliance.  I've noticed it hasn't been working well lately, and I just made applesauce that has apple chunks in it even after blending. I do not like apple chunks in my applesauce. ick. The one I had before this one only lasted for maybe a year, then it just burned out one day. I don't remember what brand that was. So if you have an immersion blender that you've had for a long time and that will purée things like applesauce and soups can you please tell me what it is? Time to retire my lovely-red-but-not-so-great-at-blending Bella. |
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Post by anniebeth24 on Nov 14, 2024 20:15:06 GMT
I have a Kitchen Aid immersion blender and it works very well. We make salsa and am able to put huge chunks of onions and peppers in the stock pot, then blend to a pretty smooth puree.
It has a whip attachment and something for drinks, but I've never used those.
I see Bella small appliances for like $5 and $10 on Black Friday quite often, guessing they're all pretty low quality?
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Post by Delta Dawn on Nov 14, 2024 20:15:40 GMT
I have a Breville one and want to say I like it but have only know two usages in its existence. It has done a good job for making butternut squash soup.
I had a Bamix before that. We had a Braun Multipractic before that.
I don’t need an immersion blender yet they keep showing up.
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Post by nicolep on Nov 14, 2024 20:16:09 GMT
I bought this one 6 years ago and I have zero complaints! I mainly use it to puree soups. It's powerful! Mueller Immersion Blender Handheld - 8 Speed Stainless Steel Electric Hand Blender, 3 in 1 Emulsion Blender Handheld with Turbo Mode, Stick Blender Emulsifier for Kitchen for Soup, Smoothie, Puree a.co/d/6tUOETB |
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Post by naby64 on Nov 14, 2024 20:16:21 GMT
It's either the KA or Cuisinart. It's a pretty aqua color. I don't use it much but when I do I love it.
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Post by Merge on Nov 14, 2024 20:22:17 GMT
Kitchenaid. Also red. It's at least 20 years old and still going strong.
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Post by Restless Spirit on Nov 14, 2024 20:28:48 GMT
Cuisinart Smart Stick Variable Speed. It came with accessories including a mixing/measuring cup, whisk and chopper/grinder. It’s stainless steel and cleans up easily. I’ve had it for several years.
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Post by fiddlesticks on Nov 14, 2024 20:36:59 GMT
I have a Cuisinart one with a bunch of different attachments that I don't use a ton. I use it when making faux refried beans, applesauce, and tomato sauce. I have had it for a while and it is easy to use and easy to clean.
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Post by ellen on Nov 14, 2024 20:41:41 GMT
It's either the KA or Cuisinart. It's a pretty aqua color. I don't use it much but when I do I love it. I think we have the same one. Mine is a KA. It works well. I use it mainly for smoothies and puréing soups. |
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Post by stingfan on Nov 14, 2024 20:59:18 GMT
We've had the Amazon Basics brand one for 4 years and it does the job. |
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Post by milocat on Nov 14, 2024 21:05:08 GMT
I bought a one at a thrift store, it's a Braun. Works well.
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Post by snugglebutter on Nov 14, 2024 21:44:46 GMT
We replaced our super old Braun hand blender several years ago with a Cuisinart from Costco. Then several months ago it leaked motor oil all over something I was mixing.  We replaced that with one from Amazon Basics and I like it a lot more than the Cuisinart. |
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Post by cadoodlebug on Nov 14, 2024 21:49:32 GMT
It's either the KA or Cuisinart. I don't use it much but when I do I love it.  |
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Post by Bitchy Rich on Nov 14, 2024 23:27:10 GMT
I have a pale pink Cuisinart. It has two speeds, high and low. It comes apart in two pieces, so you can chuck the dirty part in the dishwasher. I use it all the time to make smoothies, soup, etc. I bought it on sale years ago for $20. Works great, no issues. Looks like a similar one goes for around $50 now.
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Post by monklady123 on Nov 15, 2024 12:05:15 GMT
Thanks everyone.  I put several of your recommendations in my Amazon cart, waiting to see if there are any Black Friday deals before I order. |
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Post by crazy4scraps on Nov 15, 2024 14:08:26 GMT
I have a couple variable speed Cuisinart immersion blenders that I got from Woot. LOVE them. I have one at home and one at the lake cabin. The one I have at home has all the extra attachments like the food processor bowl and the whisk. Works great!
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Post by gramasue on Nov 15, 2024 16:08:59 GMT
We've had a Braun for years. It's always worked well for us.
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Post by MZF on Nov 15, 2024 16:54:43 GMT
I have a Do-It-All that I bought off home shopping (QVC or HSN--can't remember) when my youngest was a baby (he's 33 now). I use it when making soups, whipped cream, and quickie shakes--still works great.
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Post by Restless Spirit on Nov 15, 2024 17:29:17 GMT
FYI
There’s a cuisinart Immersion blender on sale at Costco through November 17 for $29.99
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Post by teacherlisa on Nov 15, 2024 17:51:45 GMT
I had a Cuisinart for a long time and its fine-does the job ok. I upgraded to a Vitamix immersion blender and man, I love it. It is more expensive than a Cuisinart for sure but it is a really really good immersion blender.
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Post by Delta Dawn on Nov 17, 2024 0:35:55 GMT
I need to use my Breville tonight. I have never used it before so I am quite excited. I am making mac n cheese and need to emulsify the sauce.
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Post by melanieg on Nov 17, 2024 11:51:15 GMT
I have a Bamix one. I've had it for about 20 years. Mom bought it for me at a home and garden show. It's my 2nd most used appliance (vern my vitamin is 1sr).
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I've noticed it hasn't been working well lately, and I just made applesauce that has apple chunks in it even after blending. I do not like apple chunks in my applesauce. ick.
We replaced that with one from Amazon 
I put several of your recommendations in my Amazon cart, waiting to see if there are any Black Friday deals before I order. 
