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Blend

A mixing technique that combines ingredients uniformly without incorporating excess air. Blending can be done by hand, with electric mixers, or with blenders, depending on the consistency desired.
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  • Start slowly and increase speed gradually. 

  • Stop and scrape down sides of bowl periodically. 

  • For smoothies, add liquid first, then solids. 

  • Don't over-blend delicate mixtures. 

  • Ice can help achieve smooth textures in frozen drinks. 

  • Pulse function gives more control for chunky textures.

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Immersion Blender

A handheld electric kitchen tool used to blend, puree, or mix foods directly in the container, such as a pot or bowl. It's also known as a stick blender or hand blender.

Blender

An electric appliance with rotating blades designed to mix, purée, or emulsify liquid and semi-liquid ingredients. Available in countertop and immersion (stick) varieties.

Apple Yogurt
(Old Lucerne Yogurt Copycat)

Rediscover the comforting taste of old-school fruit-on-the-bottom yogurt with this nostalgic homemade apple yogurt recipe, infused with tender caramelized apples nestled under creamy, tangy yogurt. Each spoonful is a delicious blend of real fruit and wholesome yogurt - pure, simple, and reminiscent of a beloved store-bought favorite.

Easy Caesar Dressing

Skip the store and whip up this foolproof homemade Caesar dressing in just 10 minutes using pantry staples. Rich, creamy, and bursting with garlic and anchovy flavor, this versatile dressing elevates any salad and keeps fresh in your fridge for up to two weeks.

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