

Aside from the jug shape (a blender is slimmer and taller), blenders are designed to mash and mix, usually with plenty of liquid. These daintier options, such as a Nutribullet or Ninja’s Nutri Slim, are perfect for whipping up sauces and marinades, too.Īlthough they look similar, blenders and food processors are quite different.

There are several types, from bulky jug blenders (featuring a large plastic or glass receptacle) that can whizz up big batches of soup, to smaller smoothie blenders, sometimes referred to as personal blenders, which come with smaller plastic cups that can be transported. Though they are great for making smoothies, protein shakes and soups, the best blenders are incredibly versatile devices allowing you to perform all sorts of functions in the kitchen, from crushing ice to making mayonnaise.

Blenders are among the most important kitchen gadgets.
