Blenders: Tips, Recipes, Guides & Care

Rich color, a perky texture and tongue-tingling flavor make this relish a feast for the eyes and the taste buds....

If you enjoy picking strawberries at a local farm, use some of those fresh berries to make strawberry ice. It's...

Here's a fun twist on watermelon. It's so refreshing on a summer day, and you don't have to worry about...

A layer of blueberries is the sweet surprise hidden inside this pretty pastry. The recipe comes from our Test Kitchen...

Sleepyheads will savor this dreamy smoothie. Simply blend yogurt, milk and orange juice concentrate for a fresh start to your...

This is a nice refreshing dressing for simple lettuce salads. The onion adds a lot of flavor.

When we spend the night at my mother-in-law's house, our kids beg her to make these crepe-like, Swedish pancakes for...

"This smooth and creamy beverage tastes just like a banana split," promises Darlene Brenden of Salem, Oregon. "It's easy to...

Here's a peachy way to begin a lady's luncheon or brunch. This refreshing soup shared by Lane McLoud of Perry,...

Around our house, we often make these yummy shakes. To make the shakes healthier, we substitute fat-free milk and ice...

Along with crunchy cashews and strips of Swiss cheese, a sweet-and-tangy poppy seed dressing makes this tossed salad something special....

My dad is an excellent cook and this is one of his favorites. The slightly sweet dressing has plenty of...

Use this picante sauce, which is a smooth version of salsa, on top of eggs, beans, nachos or anything else!

A lighter alternative to mayo-based blue cheese dressing, blue cheese vinaigrette packs tons of flavor and zing for your seasonal...

"This refreshing fruity slush really perks up the taste buds," notes Sue Jorgensen, Rapid City, South Dakota. "I have made...

Looking for vodka punch recipes for your next party? Look no further! This easy punch is fresh, fruity and refreshing....

This yummy thirst-quencher with its smoothie-like texture stars strawberries, kiwifruit and mango. "Pour you kids tall glasses--it's a good way...

Sweet peppers, onions and garlic give this red sauce its rich flavor, and a little cream gives it a smooth...

I think this steak sauce recipe tastes better than the commercial brands. My creative condiment features an unusual variety of...

As pretty as a fresh snowdrift, this frothy, fruity punch has been a Christmas tradition in our family for years...

"This is sooo good in the summer," raves Sandi Pichon of Slidell, Louisiana. The simple summer beverage is a snap...

These tangy potato cubes, topped with cheddar cheese, can be mixed ahead and refrigerated until you're ready to bake them....

You need just four ingredients to blend together these super-fast smoothies for breakfast. Try whipping them up on a hot...

These lovely strawberry crepes were my mom's Sunday morning specialty. She grew all her own herbs, including plenty of basil...

My guests were delighted with the colorful fresh-tasting salad. It has a wonderful dressing—made with fresh basil and parsley—to complement...

Garden-fresh basil and plump shrimp combine for a shrimp pesto pasta bursting with alfresco vibes.

A few moments are all you need to toss together this pretty salad and tangy classic dressing. It's a perfect...

This colorful soup is a tasty way to have a serving of vegetables without a lot of fat. Even my...

Whenever I take this salad to an event, people always ask for the recipe. It's perfect for the holidays.—Sheila Saunders,...