Blenders are one of the most useful and versatile kitchen tools on the market and you should make sure to take proper care of them to prolong their lifespan. One of the best ways to do that is to protect its blades from damage and you can do it by avoiding these common blending mistakes.
No Hard Foods
Standard blenders were created with soft foods and liquids in mind, and they could break if you’re constantly using them to blend hard foods. Unless you have a super-strong blender, avoid loading it with ice, ginger root, potatoes, and other harder foods.
Right Amount
Food overload is one of the biggest enemies of your blender. Filling your blender to the top is a huge no-no because it will put additional stress on the blades, in addition to wearing down your motor. It’s also important to avoid running your blender when it’s too empty because it will also wear out quicker this way.
Correct Order
Most people add ingredients to their blender any way they see fit, but it’s best to do it in this order: liquids, powders, solids, and frozen goods. Staring with liquids will make it easier for the blades to move more freely, preventing potential damage along the way.
