How to Use Mason Jars with a Blender
Make blended items that can be stored by using a mason jar with your blender.
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You Will Need
- A blender
- A small-mouth mason jar or mayonnaise jar
- Spices (optional)
- Coffee (optional)
- Whipped cream (optional)
- A lid for the jar (optional)
Steps
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Step 1
Remove the base of the blender
Remove the base from the blender's pitcher – the threaded base, the gasket, and the blade.
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Step 2
Fill jar
Put whatever you want to blend or process into the mason or mayonnaise jar.
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Always use a glass jar.
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Step 3
Screw jar to base
Screw the jar to the base of the blender's pitcher, including the gasket and blade, making sure it fits tightly.
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When you screw on the base, the blades should have at least ¼-inch clearance on all sides.
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Step 4
Place jar on motor assembly
Place the jar on the blender motor assembly as you would the blender pitcher.
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Use your blender and the mason jar to grind spices or coffee, to whip cream, or to make single serving drinks. When you are done, place a lid on the jar to store the contents.
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Step 5
Turn on blender
Turn on the blender or pulse the blades until the food inside the jar is at the desired consistency.
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Step 6
Remove jar and then blade
Remove the jar, turn it upright, and remove the blade assembly. Enjoy this efficient new tool for your kitchen.
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Mason jars were originally developed to withstand the high temperatures necessary for processing pickles.
