Immersion Blender

[Liz R]

I was interested in some input from those in the know. I am interested in purchasing an immersion blender but I have no idea who makes a good one. I want a good quality immersion blender but I dont want to spend an excessive amount of money. Can anyone offer me advice? Thanks so much. Liz

[leightx]

This blender is da bomb!!! I just got mine yesterday and have used it 4 times already - chopping garlic, scallions, etc, and making smoothies. It is just amazing, and soooo much better than my old cheapo Braun!! Kinda pricey, but totally worth it!

Braun Blender (http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/B00007E9GU/qid=1096594825/sr=8-2/ref=pd_csp_2/102-6254538-7256152?v=glance&s=kitchen&n=507846)

[HealthyinMN]

Here are some threads about it :)



http://community.cookinglight.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=61886&highlight=immersion+AND+blender
http://community.cookinglight.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=55694&highlight=immersion+AND+blender
http://community.cookinglight.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=36182&highlight=immersion+AND+blender

[veschke]

Mine is a Braun; it works great and I don't think it cost more than $30 at BBB. No attachments or anything fancy. I don't use it much, but when I do it's invaluable.

[claire797]

Thanks for putting all the info in one thread! I have my eye on the Braun tooo. It would be so nice not to have to break out the food processor to puree.

[MusicMom]

We have a Rival and we use it quite often, especially to puree soup while it's in the pot. It's very easy to clean.

[NewMrsG]

I have the Braun model too - the one that's a "set" with the mini-chopper. We use it at least 3-4 times a week and I would say that I'd hate to have to cook without it! One of my most valuable kitchen tools.

[badunnin]

Originally posted by veschke
Mine is a Braun; it works great and I don't think it cost more than $30 at BBB. No attachments or anything fancy. I don't use it much, but when I do it's invaluable.

I bought one yesterday at LNT for $20. Used it last night to make a butternut squash bisque. TOO COOL! No having to worry about butternut on the ceiling. ;) Due to user error, though, I have a little soup burn on my hand. :(

[claire797]

Well now I'm torn between the cheaper one and the more expensive one. Here's what LNT has.

Inexpensive One:

http://www.lnt.com/product/index.jsp?productId=1362736&cp&sGroup=Kitchen&keywords=blender&searchId=10382765916&parentPage=search


Expensive One:

http://www.lnt.com/product/index.jsp?productId=1362750

[badunnin]

Originally posted by claire797
Well now I'm torn between the cheaper one and the more expensive one. Here's what LNT has.

Inexpensive One:

http://www.lnt.com/product/index.jsp?productId=1362736&cp&sGroup=Kitchen&keywords=blender&searchId=10382765916&parentPage=search


Expensive One:

http://www.lnt.com/product/index.jsp?productId=1362750

The question I asked myself was: how much will I be using it and what for? I'll use mine mainly for pureeing soups, so I got the lower power one.

[Gracie]

How much is the more expensive one?

Loren

[leightx]

I think Bethany's right - just decide how much you're using it, and what for. I broke my old one (the cheaper one above - the plastic shaft split so it no longer attached to the motor part) making smoothies with semi-frozen bananas, so decided to upgrade. The more expensive one handles them with no problem, although I do need to defrost the frozen strawberries a bit. I use mine probably once a day on average - we make a lot of smoothies, and whenever something calls for chopping excessive amounts of scallions, onions, garlic, herbs, etc I'll pull it out. I haven't used the ice-crushing thingamajig, so can't say how well that works.

[claire797]

I really do need something to puree (sauces, soups, etc), but I do need a high power ice crusher as well for smoothies. In this case, it looks like it might be best to just go for the more expensive model.

Now the trick is finding my 20% off Linens and Things coupon!

[greysangel]

expensive one...all the way :D I agree with what Leigh said. I bought mine last year I think and it is my most used appliance. I so soups, sauces, smoothies, pudding, chopping, marinades etc..

LOVE IT!

[Maria Smith]

I purchased the Braun as well, primarily because I did not want to scratch my Le Cruset cookware. The metal blades are protected by the plastic. I am pleased with its'performance.