It’s a breeze to clean as long as you follow these instructions.
My trusty Vitamix was by my side when I started solids for my three children.
Its whipped up enough puree to feed a small army of hungry babies.
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It has also kept me fueled with protein and nutrients by blendinga daily smoothieinto frosty perfection.
Its safe to say Id be lost without my Vitamix.
The water’s temperature matters.
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While your first instinct may be to use super hot water, warm water will help preserve your machine.
Then, fill it about halfway with more warm water.
Add a drop or two of dish soap and secure the lid.
This is important: The key is to use a small amount of dish soap!
You may be tempted to add more, but dont do itspeaking from experience!
Then, rinse it with plenty of warm water until all the soap is gone.
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Is It Safe To Throw Your Blender In the Dishwasher?
As tempting as it might be to toss the blender into the dishwasher, its not worth the risk.
The high heat will damage the blender’s components, especially if you own an older model.
Just check your specific Vitamix model or the specific brand you own before putting anything in the dishwasher.
Certain herbs and spices (turmeric, curry, cloves, cinnamon, saffron, etc.)
contain volatile oils, which can stain the blender.
When this occurs, we recommend pouring equal parts of water and white vinegar into the container.
Be cautious when cleaning around the blade assembly.
Keep in mind that it may take several attempts before the staining/discoloration is completely removed, recommends Wilson.
Wilson advises that if you have a film on your blender, its nothing to worry about.
Its just a buildup of fiber and minerals.
Embrace the Mess!
After blending nut butter, make a soup.
This will help clean the oils off of the container and add flavor to your dish.
I cant wait to use this tip the next time I make homemade nut butter.
The goodness left behind will work perfectly in my daily smoothie!
