Finally, I found the correct video I was looking for (but not in msnbc.com) about this amazing machine called Vitamix 5200.
This machine is awesome! I know I haven't tried it yet but been reading a lot on it and watching videos about it and what it can do. And I'm totally impressed!!! This "blender" (which isn't only a blender) can make ice cream, sauces and soups (steaming hot), smoothies, make your own peanut spread, and... what blew me away was it can grind grains into super fine flour, mix and knead the dough in the same container (separate blade for grains [dry blade]). I especially like the idea that I can keep the core, seeds and stems of the fruits because that's where a lot of the nutrients are! Ok, I know, I'm just raving about this. But seriously, you can make your own stuff (flour, peanut spread, fruit sauces, dips, etc.) that means you can control what goes into your food... no chemicals, preservatives or things that you can't even pronounce. =) If you or your kids want ice cream, just make it yourself and make it so much healthier for you and them!!! Since my hubby and I are now changing our lifestyle (more veggies and fruits), I'm just so thrilled about what this machine can do!
But never take my word for it, check it out yourself and let me know what you think or found out or, better yet, what you experienced with this machine! I'm posting two videos. Also, visit Vitamix official website its www.vitamix.com
More demo presentations can be found on Vitamix website. You can find the grains, sauces and soups demo there too.
Hey Jel. When I was in high school we had a Vitamix. It is really expensive but it works great. It can do the ice & everything... we use it to make slushies, to grind the ice for halo-halo, and we did make our own soy milk from soy beans, HOWEVER, for the price it's at, I personally don't think we used it that much. The real question is, would you still be committed to the change in lifestyle & use this great tool to help you? If so, I say I'm behind you 100%.
ReplyDeleteHey Aimee! Thanks for the comment! That's so neat you guys got to do all that! I would love to make my own soy milk... my friend is teaching me but I don't have a blender as of yet. As to your question, about how much I'll be using this... well my magic bullet is getting used every day for my protein shakes and Aj's slushy strawberry/mango drink (and the blade is no longer sharp) so if I do get a Vitamix it will replace my magic bullet for sure! Plus, I'm struggling to make our soups for dinner... the can stuff has soooo much sodium in them. Anyway, I don't plan on getting this for another few years but I've got my eyes on it.
ReplyDeleteOhhhh, and by the way Aimee, this lifestyle change... is for good baby!!! It's like being vegetarian... no turning back!!!! =P
I'm behind you 100%
ReplyDeleteKen's mom has this. I want it, too, but it's TOO expensive!
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