Soup season is rapidly approaching. As temperatures begin to drop across the country, it’s the perfect time to dust off the fall cookbooks and start planning the comforting meals that will carry us through the holiday hosting season.
However, your menu is only as good as the tools you have to bring it to life. When you’re cooking cozy comfort food for a crowd, powerful appliances can make all the difference in streamlining prep and reducing friction in the kitchen.
That’s why I’m eyeing the nutribullet Power Core XL Blender in the Labor Day sales. With $40 off, it’s one of the best blenders for big-batch cooking. Here’s why.
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nutribullet Power Core XL Blender
We gave the Power Core four stars in our review, loving the generous capacity, reliability, and efficiency. It is ideal for large families, meal preppers, and hosts who want a simple, no-fuss appliance. It isn’t the best at crushing ice, and can be a little noisy, however.
Before you start planning your fall table decor ideas, you should start with your menu. Whether you’re hosting a Halloween gathering or looking forward to the Thanksgiving feast, stocking and organizing a kitchen ahead of time can reduce last-minute stress on the day.
Beyond the ingredients, however, you should be choosing the kitchen appliances that will serve you best. In soup and sauce season, there are few better than a quality blender. When hosting, the Power Core shines, with an extra-large capacity designed for meal prepping and batch cooking.
Reviewed by our appliance expert Alex Frost, the blender went through several tough tests, including batch-cooking thick pancakes. She wrote, ‘I was immediately thrilled that I didn’t have to make it in two batches, like I normally have to do with a smaller blender. Instead, I dumped an entire container of cottage cheese in and still wasn’t even close to halfway to capacity. I added multiple cups of oats and the eggs, and still had plenty of room.’
The results were perfect, she noted. ‘This proved the blender does well with higher quantities of food, not just because it has the capacity, but because it seems to blend better when there’s a heavier load to work with.’
The blender is made even better by the Labor Day sale, with 20% off ($20) with code LABORDAY at checkout. There has never been a better time to revitalize your kitchen ahead of peak hosting season.
What Else to Shop
Braun Multiquick 7 Immersion Hand Blender
This streamlined blending system combines an immersion blender, hand mixer and food processor in one endlessly handy gadget. Make perfectly smooth soups, smoothies and mayonnaise in the lidded measuring beaker, or blend right in your pot, bowl or pitcher.
Souper Cubes Freezer Molds With Lids, Charcoal
These one-cup silicone freezer molds make meal prep simple by helping you portion, freeze, and store your favorite soups, leftovers, and more. Made from food-grade silicone with a steel-reinforced rim, Souper Cubes freezer trays with lids are microwave-, freezer-, dishwasher-, and oven-safe up to 415 Fahrenheit (without the lid), making them easy for both reheating and cleaning up.
Holikme 6 Pack Bottle Brush
Cleaning a blender is no ones favorite chore. Make it easier this season by investing in quality bottle brushes that can reach the nooks and crannies without hurting your hand.
Attitude Dishwashing Liquid, Unscented
Approved by the Environmental Working Group as non-toxic, this gentle dish soap is perfect for caring for delicate pans without the risk of toxic residue.
Bentgo Signature Glass Food Storage Containers
Glass containers are one of the best food storage investments to make food last longer. These containers from Bentgo have vented glass lids, too, to make reheating and portioning leftovers easier.
OXO Good Grips Adjustable Cookware Organizer
This adjustable OXO organizer is ideal for organizing cookware and food storage in the busy season, with a wide base to avoid tipping and moving dividers to accommodate any-sized pan.
Looking to master your meal prep? Check out our list of key essentials to help make preparing meals in the busy season smooth and stress-free.
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