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Hand blenders are portable, easy-to-use food preparation tools that can be purchased for as little as twenty dollars. Bamix handheld blender devices are popular for a number of reasons, but primarily because they can be used to enhance the flavor of a wide variety of foods. Whether you use them for soups or cold drinks, these blenders are indispensable for preparing a variety of dishes the right way.

Most often, a hand blender is used to thicken soups. They are great for making a potato soup base, which helps the soup become creamier without using cornstarch or flour. This way you can make your soups taste better without the extra calories.

Beyond that, however, there are literally hundreds of different uses for these versatile tools, including making baby food, hummus, whipped cream, mayonnaise, and even smoothies. Whether you need to puree, mix, whisk, or foam, the hand blender is the right tool for the job.

Best of all, many of these blenders come with interchangeable heads that allow you to do even more. Some models, for example, include a whisk and chopping attachments. While other models can be wall-mounted, this substantially eliminates the need for stand mixers. A well-made blender can replace many of your small kitchen appliances like milk frothers, traditional blenders, and even food processors.

Using the hand blender is as easy as placing it in a saucepan or bowl, submerging it in food and pressing the power button. Some blenders can be submerged up to eight inches in liquid. These blenders are especially suitable for handling large quantities of food or when using tall pans.

Because immersion blenders are so light and compact, they are much more convenient to use than traditional portable mixers. Once finished, these blenders are also easy to clean. For most of them, the mixer head is detached from the motor, after which it can be either rinsed under water or placed in the dishwasher. Since the blades are usually made from quality stainless steel, you don't have to worry about them rusting someday.

Unfortunately, many chefs still consider the hand blender to be unnecessary. This is far from the truth. Because of their versatility and ease of use, blenders are indispensable for chefs and aspiring chefs who prepare a wide variety of dishes. Given the fact that they are so inexpensive and capable of many preparations that will replace more expensive kitchen tools, buying a quality immersion blender is a great investment.