Best way to mix shakes and soups?

[lou49]

Have a blender but it isn't so good and useless when you put in icecubes. Any recommendations out there? I know Mike recommends the Argos one (and I have some Nectar points I could use) but anything simpler and cheaper?
Thanks - Louise

 

[HorseyCarrie]

I got a handheld blender when I was doing Cambridge and that works a treat. If you use ice then it is probably best to crush the ice in a pestle and mortar first, otherwise, like happened to me, the thing smokes and the blade breaks!! I can't stand the lumps so I always have to use the handblender (whisk it quickly first). I have just bought a mini battery one on ebay as well.

 

[boofaloo]

i use a blender - mine cost £20 for asda and is glass. It says it is suitable for crushing ice and i have to say hasnt let me down yet!!!

I cant stand lumpy shakes. YUCK

 

[Gill-cdthing]

i use a hinari genie from TJ Huges 19.99, its excellent and has the bonus that the only washing up is the cup you make it in,