Blenders: Tips, Recipes, Guides & Care

"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,...

Use jars of roasted and marinated peppers as a speedy shortcut to smoky, creamy roasted red pepper soup.

This five-ingredient fruit smoothie with milk has peaches and strawberries blended into the drink to make it creamy and sweet,...

You'll love this rich, thick mole sauce with it's authentic flavor. The result is well worth the prep. mdash; Taste...

Nutrition experts recommend 2 fish meals per week. This soup recipe from Barbara Parks of Renton, Washington is a tempting...

Strawberry malts are an old-fashioned twist on strawberry milkshakes. Juicy strawberries, sweet strawberry syrup and creamy vanilla ice cream are...

With a few ingredients, you can make this old-fashioned favorite just like the old malt shops used to have!

This is one of my favorite flavor combinations for a smoothie. Cool and fruity, a glass full satisfies my evening...