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Whipping Cream:
If possible, chill blender jar and cutting assembly in
refrigerator for 15 minutes. Add 1 cup heavy or whipping cream to blender
jar. Cover jar. Set on High and blend until cream is thickened. (Do not
overblend – bits of butter will begin to form.) If desired, add 1 tablespoon
sugar and 1 to 2 teaspoons of vanilla or other flavoring. Consistency will be
that of a thickened, but not fluffy, whipped cream and is most appropriate
for topping desserts or coffee drinks.
When using the blender to purée hot mixtures such as creamed soups and
baby foods, strain the solids from the liquid, reserving the cooking liquid.
Then place the cooked solids in the blender jar along with ½ to 1 cup of
the reserved cooking liquid. Use the Pulse function to chop, then blend
until desired consistency/purée is reached.
Allow hot foods to cool slightly before blending to prevent steam buildup,
which may cause the lid to lift up from the blender jar.
Keep your blender out on the counter within easy reach and you will be
surprised how often you will use it.
Keep ice cubes made of juices, yogurt, milk or fruit purées on hand to
substitute for plain ice when making smoothies and frosty beverages to
prevent diluting the drink.
