5 Foods to Avoid Putting in a Blender

5 foods that don't belong in a blender.
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No kitchen is complete without a good blender, but there are some things you shouldn’t do with this kitchen gadget despite its incredible versatility. Certain types of food won’t blend properly when you put them inside and they may even end up damaging your blender. Here are five to avoid putting into your blender.

Mashed Potatoes

Making mashed potatoes in a blender is a huge no-no. Your potatoes will release too much starch, leading to a soggy texture that won’t taste that great.

Spices

If you’re looking for a way to blend your spices, a spice grinder is a good investment because standard blenders aren’t that effective when it comes to dry ingredients.

Dried Fruits

Unless you want your dried fruits to stick to the blades of your blender and potently ruin them, avoid putting them inside. The same rule applies to sun-dried tomatoes.

Hot Liquids

Hot liquids don’t belong anywhere near your blender and pouring them inside can lead to a total disaster. The lid of your blender may even end up exploding because of the pressure they’ll create when trapped inside.

Frozen Goods

Frozen fruits and ice cubes are a common ingredient in many smoothie recipes, but a standard blender won’t be strong enough to deal with them. In addition to damaging your blades, super-frozen foods won’t blend evenly.