Blenders: Tips, Recipes, Guides & Care

Appetizers really don’t get any easier than this. These shooters can be made ahead, they’re colorful, and they won’t weigh...

My pie-flavored smoothie is loaded with fruit. The spices make it all come together. —Karen Sikora, Dayton, Nevada

A friend from church shared this zingy strawberry-infused punch recipe. It's great for bridal showers, anniversary parties and holiday gatherings....

A creamy ricotta-vanilla "custard" cuts calories and boosts calcium in this light take on an English classic. —Merwyn Garbini, Tucson,...

For special occasions, I like to dress up packaged salad greens with sweet pears, crunchy pecans and a slightly tart...

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

Use this zippy dressing over greens or hot or cold boiled potatoes. You'll love it! —Sara Laber, Shelburne, Vermont

"This pretty berry-flavored syrup is scrumptious, especially on homemade waffles," writes Sarah Carpenter of Trumansburg, New York. "Since I began...

This frosty strawberry banana smoothie with yogurt recipe is a delightful way to get a substantial dose of nutrients early...

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

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

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

This refreshing beverage is a favorite of mine to serve at our many brunch get-togethers. Because it's made ahead of...

As the executive chef at Harveys, a resort hotel in Lake Tahoe, I modified this classic recipe, which originated a...

This pasta salad is frequently requested at family get-togethers. The poppy seed dressing is also delicious in coleslaw or with...

Every spoonful of this pretty pumpkin soup hints of autumn. Serve it as the first course at your special, sit-down...

When I was in my early 20s, I went on a Carnival Cruise to the Caribbean. I fell for the...

This thick, tangy drink combines the refreshing flavors of cranberries, raspberries and strawberries. Once you start sipping it, it disappears...

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 frothy iced cappuccino is positively delicious for breakfast, a mid-afternoon snack or an after-dinner dessert. It's also a great...

I enjoy trying new recipes and adding different seasonings to enhance the flavor. This is a tasty way to serve...

When leeks are perfect for picking in my area, I start making this hearty leek soup. We pick as many...

This soup is low in fat, high in fiber, and has a fantastically fresh flavor and wonderful texture. Best of...

A fresh and easy asparagus soup, pureed until it's smooth, is a definite winner. Serve it warm or chilled depending...

If you didn’t think watermelon and cilantro could go together in a dessert, this recipe will be a pleasant surprise!...

A friend gave me this recipe 25 years ago. At the time, she was in her 60s and working as...

I created this recipe on a bad weather day. My husband, Mic, and my daughter, Liz, ask for this soup...

My kids love homemade ice pops, and I love knowing that the ones we make are good for them. We...

This delicious soup is a great way to serve up nutritious vegetables. It has a wonderful, fresh flavor. —Kay Fairley,...