Among all the appliances in a kitchen, one of the most important electronic appliance is a blender. A good cook can never begin cooking without a blender and a good kitchen can never be seen without it. Blenders do more lot more than a single work. They have a big part in preparing a number of soups, juices, powders, sauces, desserts and spices from the main course. This appliance needs a lot of attention when at use and even when not at use. The main concern of blenders are its blades- the only thing that is used in grinding and blending all you put in it. Using a blender is not rocket science, but there are a list of important thing that have to be taken care of while using one. Once you avoid all the blunders of your blenders, you can be content and sure that you wouldnât have to buy a new one at least for a good number of years to come!
Complexity Level: Basic
Time Required: 15 to 20 minutes
Resources Required:
1. Blender
2. Water
3. Dish washing detergent ( for cleaning )
Instructions:
1. Wash with care: Although all containers of the blender, be it glass or steel are very strong to be durable. But you will still need a good dishwasher to clean it. Make sure you wash the lid and the sides of the blades very carefully and tidily with your hands. Dust seem to takes its place in corners of a blender which is mostly in these areas.
2. Using for making liquids items: When making purees soups and other liquids, you will need to wash the vegetables well and blend it in it. If you thing the process is slower, get it on the next speed level and also add a little water if needed. Keep adding water till you get the right consistency. The container for making liquids is usually transparent to help you see through it.
3. Know the lids: All containers come with lids that attach very well to them. They have rubber insulating around the lids for that firm grip and easy detaching. Moreover, the rubbers also helps the liquid not to spill over the blender. But do make very sure that you have nothing left after cleaning these. The rubber rings can be the hidden places for bacteria and can spoil the food you make next time in it.
4. Avoid danger and spills: To avoid spills, use one hand on the top of the blender when its motor is on and working. Also, see that the lid is tightly put before starting the machine. Do not open the lid before the machine stops totally.
5. Care of the motor: Always clean the motor where the container sits on, with a clean, damp cloth. And make sure you dry it completely before using it the next time. Do not run the motor (blender) continuously for long periods. If you need to use it for long, do stop in between for breaks.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q. What is the blender best used for?
A: Blenders are best used for soups, and thicker drinks.
Q. How to keep the blades running well for many days?
A. Keep lubricating it, if not in use everyday or every week. And while storing it, do not detach them from the container.
Quick tips:
1. Using it on a table thatâs just at the right elevated level to you can be helpful in keep checking whats happening in it.
2. For making chilled drinks, you have to add ice cubes while blending. If you do not want this, you can alternatively chill your blending jar in the freezer before using so that the drink remains chilled soon after its in the drinking glass.
Things to watch out for:
1. Never switch the blender on before putting on the container. Chances are, youâll put your own hand on it.
2. Keep the feeder cap open when your ingredients are hot while grinding.
