A blender is a relatively simple machine—a blade, a jar, a couple of buttons that get everything going. If used properly, it can whip up smoothies, puree soups, and even blend nut butters. But use it ...

If there’s a kitchen gadget that can save you the maximum time on busy weekdays, it has to be a hand blender. From quickly whipping smoothies before working out to making purees for easy meal ...