Guest guest Posted June 10, 2009 Report Share Posted June 10, 2009 In a message dated 6/10/2009 3:48:12 P.M. Pacific Daylight Time, AudeeBird writes: I make homemade tomato soup and I like it smooth, no chunks of tomato in it. Is an immersion blender worth it for these kinds of things? I have just been pouring my soup into my regular blender (after it has cooled some) and then back into the pan. Thoughts? Spend the money. Don't think twice, just do it and you will soon be wondering how on earth you ever got along without it. I inherited my first one from my mother after she died. Since then I have had one or more -- I have one set aside exclusively for soap making and have at least 3 or 4 more of them. But, then, I buy mine at the local Goodwill so I buy them as I can get them. I have had two die on me. One of the things I love about them is I can use them in the pot on the stove. Grab one quickly when I discover that the gravy is lumpy or the pudding has gotten lumps in it. Grab another one to smooth out a soup or a whip up the cream or eggs into fluffiness beyond what a mixer can do. Have you ever had corn meal muffins made with egg whites that have been beaten into pure stiffness then added to the rest of the batter? Try it sometime. I also have a Magic Bullet system but the immersion blender is what is used the most. Lisa **************Dell Inspiron 15 Laptop: Now in 6 vibrant colors! Shop Dell’s full line of laptops. (http://pr.atwola.com/promoclk/100126575x1222008777x1201444407/aol?redir=http:%2\ F%2Fad.doubleclick.net%2Fclk%3B215566094%3B3786435 8%3Bv) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 10, 2009 Report Share Posted June 10, 2009 Oh yes they are wonderful. They will puree and mix well. Easy to clean too. Donna Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 10, 2009 Report Share Posted June 10, 2009 YES! YES! YES! I use mine all the time and it works so well! No burns, no slops, just quick, easy blending! I use mine for broccoli or corn soup and it smooths out even big chunks of broccoli perfectly. They're easy to clean and worth every penny. They are really good for smoothies & batter too. Once you've tried it, you'll wonder how you managed without it for so long! Suzan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 10, 2009 Report Share Posted June 10, 2009 Hi, Yes, the immersion blender is very much worth it. I use mine right in the pot to mix, blend, stir and smooth out lumps in whatever I'm making. It rinses clean under running water, and the attachments I have make it a more useful tool than my blender. Danielle in Denver Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 10, 2009 Report Share Posted June 10, 2009 Do you use it in place of a hand mixer, too? Are the cheap (around $30) Cuisinart ones worth it? Audrey S. On Wed, Jun 10, 2009 at 5:59 PM, Suzan <susan48 wrote: > > > YES! YES! YES! I use mine all the time and it works so well! No burns, no > slops, just quick, easy blending! I use mine for broccoli or corn soup and > it smooths out even big chunks of broccoli perfectly. They're easy to clean > and worth every penny. They are really good for smoothies & batter too. Once > you've tried it, you'll wonder how you managed without it for so long! > > Suzan > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 10, 2009 Report Share Posted June 10, 2009 I got mine a few years ago at Mervyn's on sale for $9. They are not a mixer if you want to make cookie batter or brwad dough. They whip, puree, make smoothies. The blender doesn't always puree or whip like these do. I see them listed on Freecycle often, join up and you might get one for free. Donna Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry Audrey Snyder <AudeeBird Wed, 10 Jun 2009 18:18:04 Re: Re: Immersion blender worth it? Do you use it in place of a hand mixer, too? Are the cheap (around $30) Cuisinart ones worth it? Audrey S. On Wed, Jun 10, 2009 at 5:59 PM, Suzan <susan48 wrote: > > > YES! YES! YES! I use mine all the time and it works so well! No burns, no > slops, just quick, easy blending! I use mine for broccoli or corn soup and > it smooths out even big chunks of broccoli perfectly. They're easy to clean > and worth every penny. They are really good for smoothies & batter too. Once > you've tried it, you'll wonder how you managed without it for so long! > > Suzan > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 10, 2009 Report Share Posted June 10, 2009 Sounds like it would be good for whipping cream, mmm....! Ok! Just joined freecycle and have instructed mom to keep an eye out for an immersion blender at garage sales (one of her favorite summer hobbies!) Thanks for the help, everybody! Audrey S. PS - Donna - they had a Mervyn's in Tulsa when we used to go visit my great-aunt -- neat store! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 10, 2009 Report Share Posted June 10, 2009 Audrey an immersion blender is one appliance that you really should have in the kitchen if you love to cook and prepare foods. They are so versatile and as with most electrical appliances, the prices have dropped dramatically. My suggestion is to buy a very good one, as the better brands tend to be more reliable, with many more features. Additionally there is something to be said about buying a quality appliance, especially electric, and your going to immerse it in liquids... you know that ole shock therapy thing. A good gage on prices and features can be found in Chef's Catalog or Sur La Table. They both sell professional quality applicances for the home use. , Audrey Snyder <AudeeBird wrote: > > I make homemade tomato soup and I like it smooth, no chunks of tomato in it. > Is an immersion blender worth it for these kinds of things? I have just been > pouring my soup into my regular blender (after it has cooled some) and then > back into the pan. Thoughts? > > Thanks! > Audrey S. > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 15, 2009 Report Share Posted June 15, 2009 Most definitely yes! I use mine (Braun - got it @ Bed Bath & Beyond for $20) all the time for soups in the pot - no more messy transferring! It came with a neat small carafe just the right size for making salad dressings. hth, Diane , Audrey Snyder <AudeeBird wrote: > > I make homemade tomato soup and I like it smooth, no chunks of tomato in it. > Is an immersion blender worth it for these kinds of things? I have just been > pouring my soup into my regular blender (after it has cooled some) and then > back into the pan. Thoughts? > > Thanks! > Audrey S. > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 15, 2009 Report Share Posted June 15, 2009 In a message dated 6/15/2009 8:00:59 P.M. Pacific Daylight Time, taximommyto9 writes: I have never heard of this type of blender? Can you explain please? _http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Immersion_blender_ (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Immersion_blender) This should help. Lisa **************An Excellent Credit Score is 750. See Yours in Just 2 Easy Steps! (http://pr.atwola.com/promoclk/100126575x1221322979x1201367215/aol?redir=http://\ www.freecreditreport.com/pm/default.aspx?sc=668072 & hmpgID=62 & bcd=Jun eExcfooterNO62) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 15, 2009 Report Share Posted June 15, 2009 I have never heard of this type of blender? Can you explain please? You can easily judge the character of a man by how he treats those who can do nothing for him. -James D. Miles- --- On Mon, 6/15/09, strayfeather1 <otherbox2001 wrote: strayfeather1 <otherbox2001 Re: Immersion blender worth it? Monday, June 15, 2009, 2:25 PM Most definitely yes! I use mine (Braun - got it @ Bed Bath & Beyond for $20) all the time for soups in the pot - no more messy transferring! It came with a neat small carafe just the right size for making salad dressings. hth, Diane , Audrey Snyder <AudeeBird@. ..> wrote: > > I make homemade tomato soup and I like it smooth, no chunks of tomato in it. > Is an immersion blender worth it for these kinds of things? I have just been > pouring my soup into my regular blender (after it has cooled some) and then > back into the pan. Thoughts? > > Thanks! > Audrey S. > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 15, 2009 Report Share Posted June 15, 2009 http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Immersion_blender I just recently discovered they existed. I think I need one! Audrey S. On Mon, Jun 15, 2009 at 9:43 PM, mommy <taximommyto9 wrote: > > > I have never heard of this type of blender? Can you explain please? > > You can easily judge the character of a man by how he treats those who > can do nothing for him. -James D. Miles- > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 15, 2009 Report Share Posted June 15, 2009 There are many brands of these, but look at this video of one and how they work. They are sometimes called a stick blender. You immersion them right in the container that you want to puree, such as your glass, pot, bowl, etc......... Just rinse them off under the facet immediately afterwards. or put in a glass of hot soapy water and blend to clean it. I will say, that it doesn't do well for mashed potatoes or cake mixes, but there are still a ton of uses. http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=1626444816874542532 - mommy Monday, June 15, 2009 9:43 PM Re: Re: Immersion blender worth it? I have never heard of this type of blender? Can you explain please? You can easily judge the character of a man by how he treats those who can do nothing for him. -James D. Miles- --- On Mon, 6/15/09, strayfeather1 <otherbox2001 wrote: strayfeather1 <otherbox2001 Re: Immersion blender worth it? Monday, June 15, 2009, 2:25 PM Most definitely yes! I use mine (Braun - got it @ Bed Bath & Beyond for $20) all the time for soups in the pot - no more messy transferring! It came with a neat small carafe just the right size for making salad dressings. hth, Diane , Audrey Snyder <AudeeBird@. ..> wrote: > > I make homemade tomato soup and I like it smooth, no chunks of tomato in it. > Is an immersion blender worth it for these kinds of things? I have just been > pouring my soup into my regular blender (after it has cooled some) and then > back into the pan. Thoughts? > > Thanks! > Audrey S. > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 15, 2009 Report Share Posted June 15, 2009 I agree, not for mashed potatoes but it sure makes a terrific pureed soup. Donna Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 15, 2009 Report Share Posted June 15, 2009 I love mine and use it several times a day. It's great for making cold drinks or good protein shakes (have to, gut problem) - 4 cubes ice, one scoop protein powder, 4 ounces water and a couple of frozen strawberries. You can do creamed soups, de-lump gravy, mash potatoes and other things all in the pot. To clean, I dunk it in a cup of hot water with a drop of dishwashing soap. I'd much rather clean an immersion blender than my big stand blender. Wal Mart has cheap ones for $9 which should last long enough to discover if you like it or not. Jeanne in GA Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 16, 2009 Report Share Posted June 16, 2009 i seem to get more use out of an immersion blender when it's winter soup time, but really, it's just as useful now if youre not totally into salads the way i seem to be at the moment. -- +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ just posted: SOME GIRLS GET FLOWERS, SOME GET BROWNIES! review of Whole Foods GlutenFree Brownie Mix http://www.wheatlessandmeatless.com +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 16, 2009 Report Share Posted June 16, 2009 YES! I use mine all the time! I freeze milk (fresh goat milk) and it's a quick way to whip it back to the same consistency as before (blend when there is some slush and milk solids and it's GREAT). They are great for mixing up a couple servings of smoothie (in a quart jar) too. They are also great if you make soap. ~*~ Shar ~*~ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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