Braun Blenders

With a 600-watt motor, this updated hand blender has increased power for faster and better results. A dial on the top of the handle allows you to select from five different blending speeds, giving you more control over the consistency of your purées. A turbo button on the front of the handle lets you immediately switch up to the highest blending speed.

The hand-blender attachment has a unique blade that offers smoother and more even blending, making it ideal for puréeing fruit shakes, soups, or homemade baby food. In addition, the hand-blender shaft has an innovative anti-splashing design that prevents food from splattering on your kitchen walls during blending. Other included attachments are a mini food processor with an anti-slip bottom for chopping foods such as herbs, onions or meats and a whisk for whipping egg whites, cake batter or cream.

The set also comes with a tall lidded beaker that is a convenient shape for blending smoothies and for storing leftovers, and a wall holder for storage. The hand blender, chopper, whisk and beaker are all dishwasher-safe, and the unit is covered by a one-year limited warranty. --Cristina Vaamonde