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Vitamix Aspire Instruction Manual

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in this step-by-step guide to preparing
healthy, delicious recipes in your Vitamix
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  • Page 1 Cleveland, ohio 44138-2199 usa tel. us: +1-440-235-4840 • tel. uK: 0808 156 6633 • tel. ireland: 0766 709854 Email: service@vitamix.com If you did not purchase your machine directly from Vitamix, please contact your local dealer. 103308_VITAMIX_CJR_01_16_12.indd 1 1/16/12 3:50 PM...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Vitamix® oVErViEW Vitamix® service ................iii Product registration ..............iii important safeguards ..............iv Parts and Features ............... vi about the Blades ............... viii How to use the tamper............. ix Control Panel ................... x Hints For setting speeds ............xi operating instructions ...............

  • Page 3: Vitamix® Service

    4. received your Vitamix machine as a gift 5. are not the original owner of the machine Enjoy faster and easier service in the future by taking a few minutes to register your Vitamix machine today. Choose one of these easy ways to register your machine: 1.

  • Page 4: Important Safeguards

    Canada, contact your local Vitamix dealer. 7. alteration or modification of any part of the blender base or container including the use of any part or parts that are not genuine authorized Vitamix parts may cause fire, electric shock or injury.
  • Page 5 HousEHolD usE onlY and is not intended to be used for commercial purposes. Do not leave your Vitamix blender unattended when operating. any repair, servicing, or the replacement of parts, must be performed by Vitamix or an authorized service representative. warning Electrical Shock Hazard.

  • Page 6: Parts And Features

    par t s an d featu res 2-Part Lid: Your new machine Lid Plug has our latest lid design. it is easy to put on and take off, and easy 2-Part Lid to clean. always use the lid and the lid plug when the machine is in operation.
  • Page 7 “D”. grinding grains will cloud the lower three inches (8 cm) of the container. automatic Overload Protection: Your Vitamix motor is designed to protect itself from overheating. 220/240 motors are equipped with a reset button. if the motor shuts off, press the black reset button on the bottom of the machine.

  • Page 8: About The Blades

    Vitamix machine comes standard with the wet blade container. the blade is identified by a “W” for wet. this blade is used for most of your recipes. additional containers with wet or dry blades may be purchased separately.

  • Page 9: How To Use The Tamper

    Hot With Extended Use. DO NOT touch. how to u se the ta m p e r the tamper allows you to accelerate the process of very thick and/or frozen mixtures that cannot be processed in a regular blender. using the tamper maintains circulation by preventing air pockets from forming.

  • Page 10: Control Panel

    ASPIRE On/Off Switch: Push up to turn on (|). Push down to turn off (o). 2. High/Variable Switch: High ( ) is the fastest speed available. switch to Variable ( to activate all of the lower variable speeds.

  • Page 11: Hints For Setting Speeds

    hi nt s fo r se tti ng s p e e d s always start the machine with the center Variable speed Dial on 1. slowly turn the Variable speed Dial to the desired speed depending on the recipe used. use the highest setting called out in the recipe for as much of the processing time as possible to make whole food juices, soups, shakes, frozen mixtures, purées, nut butters, and for grinding grains.

  • Page 12: Operating Instructions

    operat ing i nst ruc ti on s WEt BlaDE ContainEr Designed for processing liquids including juice, frozen mixtures, sauces, soups, purees, batters, and for wet chopping. make sure that the Variable speed Dial is set to 1 . 2. load the container before placing it on the motor base. Place liquids and soft foods in the container first, solid items and ice last.
  • Page 13 operati n g i nst ruc ti o n s DrY BlaDE ContainEr if purchased, your dry blade container should only be used for hard, dry materials, such as grain, and for kneading dough. make sure that the Variable speed Dial is set to 1. 2.

  • Page 14: Care And Cleaning

    c are an d c l e ani ng ContainEr To prepare your new machine for initial use, follow the steps under Normal Cleaning below. This will clean the unit, and break-in the motor. Normal Cleaning: Fill the container half full with warm water and add a couple drops of liquid dish washing detergent to the container.
  • Page 15 c are a nd c l e ani n g motor BasE 1. unplug the power cord. warning Electrical Shock Hazard. Disconnect power before cleaning machine. Failure to follow instructions can cause death or electrical shock. 2. Wash the outside surface with a damp, soft cloth or sponge, which has been rinsed in a mild solution of liquid detergent and warm water.

  • Page 16: Trouble Shooting

    WHAT IS CoVERED. Vitamix warrants to the owner that if this Machine (a “Machine” consists of a motor blender base and any containers purchased together) fails within 5 years from the date of the initial purchase due to a defect in...
  • Page 17 Purchaser is responsible for the costs of special shipping requests. PLEASE NOTE it is essential that the Machine be received by Vitamix no later than the last day of the Guarantee period. Late claims will not be considered.

  • Page 18: Specifications

    Dimensions: Height: 17.4 in. / 44,2 cm Width: 8.8 in. / 20,32 cm Depth: 9.0 in. / 22,86 cm When applicable: to see the complete line of Vitamix products, visit vitamix.co.uk or vitamix.ie. ® xviii 103308_VITAMIX_CJR_01_16_12.indd 18 1/16/12 3:50 PM...

  • Page 19: Juicing Whole Foods

    JUICING WHolE FOODS When you juice, a process unique to the Vitamix® machine is initiated and the cell walls of whole fruits and vegetables are pulverized. Unlike juice from a juice extractor, Vitamix whole food juice delivers the delicious juice yet also retains all of the nutritious whole food fibre. The...
  • Page 20 5 minutes • processing: 1 minute • makes: 420ml Put all the ingredients into the Vitamix container in 1 1/2 medium tomatoes or 240ml tinned tomatoes the order listed and secure the lid. 15g fresh spinach 2. select Variable 1.
  • Page 21 • processing: 1 minute • makes: 360ml 400g fresh pineapple Put all the ingredients into the Vitamix container in chunks, core included the order listed and secure the lid. 7 ice cubes 2. select Variable 1. 3. turn the machine on and slowly increase the speed to Variable 10, then to High.

  • Page 22: Blending

    Vitamix machine makes it all so easy. The secret’s in the Variable Speed Dial. It allows you to control the blades and therefore provides versatility at various blending speeds.
  • Page 23 5 minutes • processing: 1 minute • makes: 600ml 150g red or Put all the ingredients into the Vitamix container in green grapes the order listed and secure the lid. 150g strawberries 2. select Variable 1. 1 small banana, peeled 3.
  • Page 24 7 minutes • processing: 45 seconds • makes: 960ml 1/2 medium orange, Put all the ingredients into the Vitamix container in peeled and deseeded the order listed and secure the lid. 1/2 lemon, peeled 2. select Variable 1. and deseeded 3.
  • Page 25 900g 2 x 400g tins chickpeas, 1 Put all the ingredients, except the salt, into the drained, 1 with liquid Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid. 35g sesame seeds 1 tbsp olive oil 2. select Variable 1.

  • Page 26: Dry Chopping

    CHoPPing Here’s another kitchen task that is made so easy with the Vitamix machine. Dry chopping is used for such things as carrots, nuts, onions, eggs and cheese. With the Vitamix machine, these tasks are quick, easy and require little cleaning up. For best results, chop only one handful of ingredients at a time.
  • Page 27 CHoPPing onions anD Eggs secure the lid onto the Vitamix container and remove the lid plug. 2. select Variable 3. 3. turn the machine on and drop the hard-boiled eggs, or onion cut into quarters, onto the blades through the lid plug opening.
  • Page 28 CHEEsE Cut cold cheese into 4cm pieces. measure 130g. 2. secure the lid onto the Vitamix container and remove the lid plug. 3. select Variable 5 or 6. 4. turn the machine on and drop pieces of the cold cheese through the lid plug opening onto the blades.

  • Page 29: Wet Chopping

    CHoPPing The difference between wet chopping and dry chopping is that this method uses water or another liquid as the medium that circulates the items being chopped. Wet chopping is recommended only for uncooked fruits or vegetables. Water draws the item into the blades resulting in a uniform chop.
  • Page 30 CHoPPing CaBBagE Cut the cabbage (green, red or both) into 4cm wedges and put into the Vitamix container. Cover with enough water to float the cabbage off the blades. 2. secure the lid. 3. select Variable 5. turn the machine on and slowly increase the speed to Variable 8.

  • Page 31: Crushing Ice

    Fill the Vitamix container with ice cubes. add water until the ice floats over the blades. (Do not use anything except water to crush ice.) 2.

  • Page 32: Marinara Sauce

    960ml 1 medium carrot, Put all the ingredients, except the bay leaf, into cut in half the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid. 1 tbsp olive oil (optional) 3 garlic cloves, peeled 2. select Variable 1.

  • Page 33: Making Frozen Treats

    MAKING FroZEn TREATS The most amazing dessert you’ll make in your Vitamix® machine is a delicious frozen treat. And what’s even more amazing is that you’ll make it in under a minute! The real secret is the high performance hammermill and cutting blades that crush and cut up frozen ingredients in seconds.
  • Page 34 5 minutes • processing: 30–60 seconds • makes: 720g 240g fat-free, Put all the ingredients into the Vitamix container in natural, vanilla or the order listed and secure the lid. strawberry yogurt 2. select Variable 1. 450g frozen strawberries 3.
  • Page 35 5 minutes • processing: 30–60 seconds • makes: 840g 240ml soya milk Put all the ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid. 450g peeled peach slices, frozen 2. select Variable 1. 50g sugar or other 3.

  • Page 36: Heating

    And the Vitamix machine doesn’t stop at soup – you will be making lump-free gravies and puddings almost effortlessly. Plus, fresh, tinned or frozen fruits can be turned into delicious fruit syrups to use on ice cream, pancakes or waffles.
  • Page 37 4–5 minutes • makes: 1.2 litres Put the stock, milk, onion, 2 potatoes and the 240ml chicken stock rosemary into the Vitamix container in the order 360ml milk listed and secure the lid. 40g onion, chopped 2. select Variable 1.
  • Page 38 5–6 minutes • makes: 600g 60ml apple cider vinegar Put all the ingredients, except the olive oil, into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure 430g fresh or the lid. frozen blackberries 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon 2. select Variable 1.

  • Page 39: Grinding In The Wet Blade Container

    GRINDING IN THE WEt BlaDE CONTAINER our wet blade container is best suited for grinding foods that contain moisture, such as nuts and meat. The wet blades draw the mixture down and into the blender for proper processing and the customized hammermill and cutting blades do all the work for you.
  • Page 40 Do not process for more than 1 minute after the mixture starts circulating. Put all the ingredients into the Vitamix container and Chef’s Tip: for a secure the lid. lower-sodium nut butter, be sure to start with 2.
  • Page 41 2.5cm cubes. raw meat is perfect for 2. secure the lid onto the Vitamix container and remove making patties, meatballs the lid plug. or meat loaves. Cooked meat can be used in 3.

  • Page 42: Grinding In The Dry Blade Container

    The container with the blades marked 'D' for dry is used to grind whole grains into flours and takes only one minute in your new Vitamix® machine. Take whole wheat berries and turn them into wonderful fresh breads, rolls and hot cereals. Even beans, rice and tapioca are easily ground into flours for use in gluten-free recipes.
  • Page 43 Your oWn CoFFEE Put 400g coffee beans into the Vitamix container and secure the lid. 2. select Variable 3.
  • Page 44 PoWDEr Your oWn sugar Put 400g sugar into the Vitamix container and secure the lid. 2. select Variable 1. 3. turn the machine on and slowly increase the speed to Variable 10, then to High.
  • Page 45 WHolEmEal Flour processing: 1 minute • makes: 240g 350g whole Put all the ingredients into the Vitamix container, in wheat berries the order listed, and secure the lid. 1 tsp salt (optional) 2. select Variable 1. 3. turn the machine on and slowly increase the speed to Variable 10, then to High.
  • Page 46 HErB grinDing Certain leaves, stems, seeds, pods and roots can be ground in the Vitamix® machine’s dry blade container without difficulty. Degree of hardness, moisture, oil content, flavour and odour should be considered when deciding whether to grind in the machine.

  • Page 47: Kneading

    Making bread from start to finish is so quick and easy, you can make healthy, preservative-free bread fresh daily. Bread made the Vitamix way is superior to commercially produced white bread in many different ways ... more dietary fibre, more vitamins and a fabulous, fresh, home-baked taste! 103308_VITAMIX_CJR_01_16_12.indd 29...
  • Page 48 5 minutes. 2. When starting with whole wheat berries, put the wheat and salt into the Vitamix container and secure the lid. select Variable 1. turn the machine to Variable 10, then to High. grind the wheat for 1 minute. (Do not over-process.) stop the machine to allow the flour to...
  • Page 49 5. use a nylon spatula to scrape the sides of the Vitamix container. Pull the dough away from the container sides and into the centre of the mixture. 6. With the switch on High, quickly turn the machine on and off five times.

  • Page 50: Emulsify

    4. Garnish with a banana slice and a cherry or fresh strawberry. Yield: 0 cups (000 ml) benefit of the Vitamix machine is the ability to add whole ingredients 5. Garnish with a banana slice and a cherry or fresh like fruits and vegetables to your emulsions, unlocking fresh flavours strawberry.

  • Page 51: Recipes

    1 minute • makes: 360g 3 large egg yolks Put all the ingredients, except the olive oil, into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure 60ml lemon juice the lid. 1 tsp salt 2. select Variable 1.
  • Page 52 recipes beverages Simple Syrup .............66 Smoothies & Juices Colada Collision ..........66 Carrot Juice Plus ..........36 Limoncello Lemonade ........67 Cherry Mint Limeade ........36 Melon Sour ............68 Garden Fresh Cocktail ........38 Sparkling Champagne Smoothie .... 69 Autumn Sweet Potato Smoothie .... 39 soups Just Peachy Smoothie ........40 Kiwi Watermelon Smoothie .......40...
  • Page 53 co nte nt s sauces dressings & marinades Apple Sauce.............100 Fresh Fruit Syrup .......... 102 Coleslaw Dressing ......... 144 Creamy Provençale Basil Sauce ..... 103 Caesar Salad Dressing ........ 146 Chipotle Pepper Cream Sauce ....104 Caribbean Dry Rub And Marinade ..147 Fresh Ginger All–Purpose Sauce ...

  • Page 54: Beverages

    • processing: 1 minute • makes: 480ml 240ml water Put all the ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid. 3 medium carrots, halved 2 tsp fresh lemon juice 2. select Variable 1. or 1 tsp lemon concentrate 3.
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  • Page 56: Garden Fresh Cocktail

    • processing: 1 minute • makes: 420ml 1 1/2 medium tomatoes Put all the ingredients into the Vitamix container in or 250g tinned tomatoes the order listed and secure the lid. 15g spinach, washed 2. select Variable 1. 1/2 medium carrot 3.

  • Page 57: Autumn Sweet Potato Smoothie

    8 minutes • processing: 1 minute • makes: 480ml 160g red grapes Put all the ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid. 1/2 medium orange, peeled 2. select Variable 1. 1/2 sweet potato, 3.

  • Page 58: Just Peachy Smoothie

    • processing: 45 seconds • makes: 540ml 230g watermelon, peeled Put all the ingredients into the Vitamix container in and diced the order listed and secure the lid. 1 kiwi fruit, peeled and cut 2. select Variable 1. in half 3.
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  • Page 60: Nutty Fruit Smoothie

    5 minutes • processing: 1 minute • makes: 480ml 120ml water Put all the ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid. 60g natural low-fat yogurt or soya yogurt 2. select Variable 1. 75g raspberries 3.

  • Page 61: Mango Delight Smoothie

    5 minutes • processing: 45 seconds • makes: 780ml 1 medium orange, Put all the ingredients into the Vitamix container in peeled and cut in half the order listed and secure the lid. 1/2 medium 2. select Variable 1. banana, peeled 3.

  • Page 62: Morning Glory Smoothie

    5 minutes • processing: 30 seconds • makes: 840ml 1/4 orange, peeled Put all the ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid. 245g natural low-fat yogurt 2. select Variable 1. 300ml pomegranate juice 3.
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  • Page 64: Summer Blush Smoothie

    • processing: 1 minute • makes: 1.2 litres 480ml water Put all the ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid. 320g red or green grapes 300g peaches, peeled 2. select Variable 1. and sliced 3.

  • Page 65: Good Morning Smoothie

    5 minutes • processing: 1 minute • makes: 480ml 120ml water Put all the ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid. 160g green grapes 30g cucumber, peeled 2. select Variable 1. and chopped 3.

  • Page 66: Coffee Drinks Moco-Coco Chilled Coffee

    5 minutes • processing: 45 seconds • makes: 960ml 180ml double-strength Put all the ingredients into the Vitamix container in coffee, cooled the order listed and secure the lid. 240ml soya milk 2. select Variable 1. or semi-skimmed milk 3.
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  • Page 68: Ruby Emerald Smoothie

    • processing: 1 1/2 minutes • makes: 960ml 480ml water Put all the ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid. 1 medium apple, cut into quarters and cored 2. select Variable 1. 65g kale, large 3.

  • Page 69: Refreshing Green Smoothie

    3 minutes • processing: 45 seconds • makes: 960ml 240ml water Put all the ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid. 2 plum tomatoes, cut into halves 2. select Variable 1. 1 lime, peeled and 3.

  • Page 70: Milk Substitutes Coconut Milk

    3 minutes • processing: 3 minutes • makes: 360ml 480ml water Put all the ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid. 75g sweetened or unsweetened 2. select Variable 1. desiccated coconut 3. turn the machine on and slowly increase the speed to Variable 10, then to High.
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  • Page 72: Vanilla Coffee Frappé

    1 minute • processing: 45 seconds • makes: 840ml 180ml double-strength Put all the ingredients into the Vitamix container in coffee, cooled the order listed and secure the lid. 240ml skimmed or 2. select Variable 1. soya milk 3. turn the machine on and slowly increase the speed to 3 tbsp vanilla syrup* Variable 10, then to High.

  • Page 73: Soya Milk

    1 tbsp sugar 840ml water 2. Drain the soya beans and leave to cool. 3. Put the beans, sugar and water into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid. For a refreshing flavour, add a 2.5cm piece of 4.

  • Page 74: Banana Cream Pie Milkshake

    5 minutes • processing: 15 seconds • makes: 480ml 60ml milk Put all the ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid. 60ml caramel sundae syrup 2. select Variable 1. 265g coffee ice cream 3.
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  • Page 76: Chocolate Cheesecake Milkshake

    • processing: 15 seconds • makes: 540ml 60ml milk Put all the ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid. 30g cream cheese 400g chocolate ice cream 2. select Variable 1. 3. turn the machine on and slowly increase the speed to Variable 10, then to High.

  • Page 77: Strawberry White Chocolate Chip Milkshake

    • processing: 1 minute • makes: 480ml 120ml milk Put all the ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid. 135g vanilla ice cream 60g white chocolate chips 2. select Variable 1. 150g frozen strawberries 3.

  • Page 78: Frozen Margarita

    5 minutes • processing: 15 seconds • makes: 720ml 60ml tequila Put all the ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid. 60ml triple sec 120–150ml margarita mix 2. select Variable 1. 14 ice cubes 3.
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  • Page 80: Peach Daiquiri

    • processing: 1 minute • makes: 1.2 litres 120ml orange juice Put all the ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid. 180ml light rum 1 tbsp coconut cream 2. select Variable 1. 300g peeled peach 3.

  • Page 81: Frozen Bloody Mary

    5 minutes • processing: 30 seconds • makes: 720ml 240ml tomato juice Put all the ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid. 120ml vodka 30ml lemon juice 2. select Variable 1. 1 carrot, peeled 3.

  • Page 82: Frozen Fuzzy Navel

    5 minutes • processing: 30 seconds • makes: 720ml 60ml irish whiskey Put all the ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid. 120–180ml simple syrup (Page 66) 2. select Variable 1. 3 tsp instant 3.
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  • Page 84: Simple Syrup

    5 minutes • processing: 30 seconds • makes: 720ml 60ml rum Put all the ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid. 90ml coconut cream 170g fresh 2. select Variable 1. pineapple chunks 3. turn the machine on and slowly increase the speed to 1 medium ripe banana, Variable 10, then to High.

  • Page 85: Limoncello Lemonade

    5 minutes • processing: 15 seconds • makes: 720ml 120ml limoncello Put all the ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid. 120ml triple sec 120ml sour mix 2. select Variable 1. 120ml lemon lime soda 3.

  • Page 86: Melon Sour

    5 minutes • processing: 15 seconds • makes: 720ml 60ml vodka Put all the ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid. 310g cantaloupe melon, diced 2. select Variable 1. 60ml simple syrup 3. turn the machine on and slowly increase the speed to (Page 66) Variable 10, then to High.

  • Page 87: Sparkling Champagne Smoothie

    • processing: 30 seconds • makes: 600ml 240g natural or fruit- Put the yogurt, fruit and nutmeg into the Vitamix flavoured yogurt container in the order listed and secure the lid. 300g fresh or frozen 2. select Variable 1. fruit of your choice 3.

  • Page 88: Soups

    5 minutes • processing: 5 minutes • makes: 960ml 480ml chicken broth Put all the ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid. 120ml low-fat evaporated milk 2. select Variable 1. 1/2 medium acorn squash 3.
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  • Page 90: Cheddar Potato Soup With Bacon

    • makes: 960ml 480ml skimmed milk Put the milk, 1 potato, the cheese, onion, dill, rosemary and salt into the Vitamix container in the order listed 2 medium floury potatoes, and secure the lid. such as maris Piper, scrubbed and baked, 2.

  • Page 91: Broccoli Cheese Soup

    5 minutes • processing: 5–6 minutes • makes: 480ml 240ml skimmed or Put all the ingredients into the Vitamix container in semi-skimmed milk the order listed and secure the lid. 40g grated, low-fat 2. select Variable 1. Cheddar cheese 3.

  • Page 92: Cabbage Soup

    6–7 minutes • makes: 960ml 480ml chicken stock Put all the ingredients, except the cabbage, into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure 30ml white wine the lid. 1 medium onion, peeled and cut 2. select Variable 1.
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  • Page 94: Chilled Minted Melon Soup

    1 minute • chilling time: 3 hours • makes: 960ml 120ml water Put all the ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid. 120ml skimmed or soya milk 2. select Variable 1. 1 1/2 tbsp honey 3.

  • Page 95: Cream Of Celery Soup

    6–7 minutes • makes: 960ml 400ml chicken stock Put all the ingredients, except the cream, into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure 1/4 small onion, peeled the lid. 320g celery, chopped 2. select Variable 1. 25g parsnips, scrubbed and chopped 3.

  • Page 96: Gingered Carrot Orange Soup

    2.5cm cube of fresh root 3. Put the oranges, orange zest and cooked vegetable ginger, peeled, or 1 1/2 tsp mixture into the Vitamix container and secure the lid. ginger paste (Page 155) 2 tbsp low-fat 4. select Variable 1.
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  • Page 98: Minestrone Soup

    240ml chicken stock Put all the ingredients, except the chickpeas, courgettes, kidney beans, sweetcorn and cheese into 2 tomatoes, cut into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure quarters or 1/2 x 400g the lid. tin chopped tomatoes 1/2 garlic clove, peeled 2.

  • Page 99: Potato And Spinach Soup

    • processing: 6–7 minutes • makes: 1.2 litres 720ml vegetable stock Put all the ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid. 2 potatoes, scrubbed, baked and cut into 2. select Variable 1. quarters, with skin 3.

  • Page 100: Thai Pumpkin Soup

    1 tbsp olive oil Combine until thoroughly heated through. 1/2 tbsp tomato purée 2. Put the mixture into the Vitamix container. add the 300g tinned pumpkin chillies, coconut cream, coconut milk and lemon juice, or cooked and mashed and secure the lid.
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  • Page 102: Quick Miso Fish Soup

    • cook: 3 minutes • makes: 4 servings 3 spring onions, Put the spring onions into the Vitamix container cut into halves and secure the lid. 55g miso 2. select Variable 1 and pulse on and off 2–3 times 1cm piece fresh root to chop.

  • Page 103: Courgette Soup

    • processing: 6–7 minutes • makes: 960ml 480ml chicken stock Put all the ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid. 120ml single or double cream, or milk 2. select Variable 1. 1 tsp lemon juice 3.

  • Page 104: Dips & Spreads

    1/8–1/4 tsp salt, Do not process for more than 1 minute after the mixture to taste starts circulating. Put the cream into the Vitamix container and secure Create flavoured butters the lid. by adding sun–dried tomatoes, herbs or 2.
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  • Page 106: Peanut Butter

    Do not process for more than 1 minute after the mixture starts circulating. Almond Butter: use roasted almonds. add Put all the ingredients into the Vitamix container and 60ml rapeseed oil to the secure the lid. nuts to start circulating.

  • Page 107: Fruit Preserve

    • processing: 1 1/2–2 minutes • makes: 960g 240g fresh or frozen fruit, Put the fruit and water into the Vitamix container and cut into large pieces secure the lid. 320ml water 2. select Variable 1. 2 tbsp from a sachet of 3.

  • Page 108: Hummus

    360g 2 x 400g tins chickpeas, Put all the ingredients, except the salt, into the 1 rinsed and drained, Vitamix container in the order listed and secure 1 with liquid the lid. 35g sesame seeds 2. select Variable 1.
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  • Page 110: California Salsa

    • makes: 1.2kg 1/2 medium onion, peeled Put the first five ingredients and six of the tomato quarters into the Vitamix container in the order listed 1 jalapeño chilli, deseeded and secure the lid. 5g coriander leaves 2. select Variable 1.

  • Page 111: Strawberry Salsa

    960g 1 cucumber, cut into Put all the ingredients, except the salt and pepper, quarters into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid. 1 spring onion, cut in half 1 tbsp chopped coriander 2. select Variable 1.

  • Page 112: Guacamole

    • processing: 15–20 seconds • makes: 360g 2 ripe avocados, Put all the ingredients into the Vitamix container in peeled and pitted the order listed and secure the lid. 1 tsp salt 2. select Variable 1. 2 tbsp lemon juice 3.
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  • Page 114: Mock-Amole

    10–15 seconds • makes: 480g 2 tomatoes, cut into halves Put all the ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid. 2 tbsp lemon juice 2 x 400g tins cannellini 2. select Variable 1.

  • Page 115: Mayonnaise

    • makes: 780g use room-temperature Put the eggs, mustard, salt and lemon juice into ingredients. the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid. 3 eggs or 180ml 2. select Variable 1. egg substitute 3. turn the machine on and slowly increase the speed 1 1/4 tsp dry mustard to Variable 10, then to High.

  • Page 116: Spinach Artichoke Dip

    Preheat the oven to 180°C/gas 4. 120g low-fat soured cream 2. Put all the ingredients, except the artichoke hearts, 1 peeled lemon into the Vitamix container in the order listed and slice, deseeded secure the lid. 280g frozen spinach, 3. select Variable 1.

  • Page 117: Beetroot, Salmon And Mascarpone Pâté

    • processing: 15 seconds • makes: 600g 340g mascarpone cheese Put all the ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid. 1 tbsp lemon juice 55g cooked beetroot 2. select Variable 1. 140g smoked salmon 3.

  • Page 118: Sauces

    • processing: 30 seconds • makes: 360g 4 medium apples, Put all the ingredients into the Vitamix container in unpeeled, cut into the order listed and secure the lid. quarters and cored 2. select Variable 1. 2 tbsp lemon juice 3.
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  • Page 120: Fresh Fruit Syrup

    • processing: 3–4 minutes • makes: 360ml 450g fresh or thawed Put all the ingredients into the Vitamix container in frozen fruit the order listed and secure the lid. 100–200g caster sugar 2. select Variable 1. 1 tsp lemon juice 3.

  • Page 121: Creamy Provençale Basil Sauce

    • makes: 240ml 2 tbsp double cream Put all the ingredients, except the salt and pepper, into the Vitamix container in the order listed and 85g low–fat cream cheese secure the lid. 1 plum tomato, cut in half 2. select Variable 1.

  • Page 122: Chipotle Pepper Cream Sauce

    • processing: 5–6 minutes • makes: 480ml 170g light tofu Put all the ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid. 3/4 tbsp very low-fat cream cheese 2. select Variable 1. 1/4 tsp garlic powder or 3.
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  • Page 124: Fresh Ginger All-Purpose Sauce

    360ml 2.5cm piece fresh root Put all the ingredients, except the spring onion, into ginger or 1 tsp ginger the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure paste (Page 155) the lid. 100g silken tofu 2. select Variable 1.

  • Page 125: Fresh Tomato And Caper Sauce

    10 seconds • makes: 660ml 2 tbsp olive oil Put all the ingredients, except the salt and pepper, into the Vitamix container in the order listed and 1 tbsp red wine vinegar secure the lid. 4 plum tomatoes, cut into halves 2.

  • Page 126: Pesto Sauce

    1 minute • makes: 360ml 120ml olive oil Put all the ingredients, except the salt and pepper into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure 50g freshly grated the lid. Parmesan cheese 3 garlic cloves, peeled 2. select Variable 1.
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  • Page 128: Sun-Dried Tomato Cream Sauce

    • processing: 6 minutes • makes: 600ml 480ml semi-skimmed milk Put all the ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid. 3 tbsp tomato purée 1 tbsp very low-fat 2. select Variable 1. cream cheese 3.

  • Page 129: Tomato Alfredo Sauce

    • makes: 720ml 4 plum tomatoes, Put all the ingredients, except the salt and pepper, cut into halves into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid. 240ml very low-fat evaporated or 2. select Variable 1. semi-skimmed milk 3.

  • Page 130: Tomato Basil Sauce

    1 minute on High. 60ml balsamic vinegar 2 tbsp red wine vinegar 2. Put all the ingredients, except the olive oil, into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure 60g sun–dried tomatoes the lid. 1/2 tsp salt 3. select Variable 1.

  • Page 131: Macaroni With Cheese Sauce

    30g low-fat butter spread macaroni. 2 tbsp plain flour 3. Put the butter, flour, salt and milk into the Vitamix 1/4 tsp salt container in the order listed and secure the lid. 160ml skimmed milk 4.

  • Page 132: Breads & Breakfast

    1 tsp bicarbonate of soda 3. Put the egg whites, oil, vanilla extract, nutmeg and 1 tsp baking powder water into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid. 1/8 tsp ground cinnamon 1 tsp salt 4.
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  • Page 134: Apple Pancakes

    3 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp salt 2. Put the egg, butter spread, vanilla extract, milk and apple into the Vitamix container in the order listed 3 tbsp caster sugar and secure the lid. 1/4 tsp freshly grated nutmeg 3.

  • Page 135: Blueberry Breakfast Cobbler

    1 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon 3. Put the milk, eggs, butter spread and sugar into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure 1/2 tsp salt the lid. 360ml semi-skimmed or soya milk 4.

  • Page 136: Blueberry Orange Bread

    1 tsp baking powder 3. Put the butter spread, water, sugar, egg, orange and 1/4 tsp bicarbonate orange zest into the Vitamix container in the order of soda listed and secure the lid. 1/2 tsp salt 4. select Variable 1.
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  • Page 138: Carrot And Raisin Muffins

    2. Put the flour, bicarbonate of soda, spices and raisins in of soda a medium bowl and stir lightly. set aside. 1 tsp ground cinnamon 3. Put the carrots into the Vitamix container and secure 1 tsp mixed spice the lid. 100g raisins 4.

  • Page 139: Potato Cheddar Breakfast Bake

    2. Hash the potatoes using the wet chop method. (see Piper, cubed getting started guide.) Drain and reserve. 8 eggs or 480ml 3. Put the eggs, milk, salt and cheese into the Vitamix egg substitute container in the order listed and secure the lid. 480ml semi-skimmed or soya milk 4.

  • Page 140: Wholemeal Waffles

    Combine the flours, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl. set aside. 125g plain flour 1 tbsp baking powder 2. Put the milk, eggs, sugar and tofu into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid. 1 tsp salt 480ml semi-skimmed 3.
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  • Page 142: Veggie Tofu Scramble

    3. turn the machine on and off quickly 3–4 times to 100g button mushrooms chop the vegetables. Pour into a bowl and set aside. 210g silken tofu 4. Put the tofu into the Vitamix container and secure 1 tsp olive oil the lid. 1 tsp ground coriander 5.

  • Page 143: Wholemeal Banana Nut Quick Bread

    1 tsp salt 3. Put the egg, sugar, butter spread, milk, lemon zest, 1 egg or 60ml bananas and apple sauce into the Vitamix container in egg substitute the order listed and secure the lid. 130g caster sugar 4.

  • Page 144: Raisin Almond Breakfast Spread

    • processing: 1 minute • makes: 720g 2 tbsp honey or Put all the ingredients into the Vitamix container in agave nectar the order listed and secure the lid. 145g raw almonds 2. select Variable 1. 5cm piece of fresh root 3.

  • Page 145: Doughnut Muffins

    1 1/2 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp salt 3. Put the milk, egg, butter spread and sugar into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid. 1/4 tsp freshly grated nutmeg 4. select Variable 1.

  • Page 146: Desserts

    8. Pour into the prepared baking tin. Clean and dry the container. 50g walnuts 2 tbsp soft light 9. add the walnuts and brown sugar to the Vitamix brown sugar container and secure the lid. 10. select Variable 1. 11. turn the machine on and slowly increase the speed to Variable 2 until chopped.
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  • Page 148: Chocolate And Cookies Freeze

    • processing: 30–60 seconds • serves: 8 3 chocolate chip cookies Put the cookies into the Vitamix container and secure the lid. 240ml chocolate milk 60ml honey 2. select Variable 2 and pulse on and off 1–2 times to break up the cookies into small pieces. transfer 2 tbsp cocoa powder to a bowl and set aside.

  • Page 149: Chocolate Ice Cream

    • processing: 30–60 seconds • makes: 1.2kg 240ml semi-skimmed or Put all the ingredients into the Vitamix container in whole milk the order listed and secure the lid. 35g chocolate milk mix 2. select Variable 1. 100g caster sugar, or other 3.

  • Page 150: Orange Sorbet

    • processing: 30–60 seconds • makes: 1.2kg 2 oranges, peeled and cut Put all the ingredients into the Vitamix container in into halves the order listed and secure the lid. 2 tbsp sugar, or other 2. select Variable 1. sweetener, to taste 3.
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  • Page 152: Peach Soya Sherbet

    5 minutes • processing: 30–60 seconds • makes: 720g 240ml soya milk Put all the ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid. 450g peeled peach slices, frozen 2. select Variable 1. 50g sugar, or other 3.

  • Page 153: Pineapple Upside-Down Cake

    4. lay the pineapple slices on top and put a cherry 80ml fat–free caramel in the centre of each slice. topping 5. Put the remaining ingredients into the Vitamix about 9 pineapple slices container in the order listed and secure the lid. 9 maraschino cherries 6.

  • Page 154: Icing Sugar

    • processing: 40 seconds • makes: 240g 300g sugar Put the sugar into the Vitamix container and secure the lid. 1 tbsp cornflour 2. select Variable 1. 3. turn the machine on and slowly increase the speed to Variable 10, then to High. Blend for 30 seconds.
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  • Page 156: Spiced Pumpkin Dip

    • processing: 30–45 seconds • makes: 480g 400g tin pumpkin purée Put all the ingredients into the Vitamix container in or 450g pumpkin or the order listed and secure the lid. squash, baked in its skin 2. select Variable 1.

  • Page 157: Strawberry Lime Sorbet

    5 minutes • processing: 30–60 seconds • makes: 840g 240ml water Put all the ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid. 50g caster sugar 1/2 lime, peeled 2. select Variable 1. 450g frozen strawberries 3.

  • Page 158: Strawberry Yogurt Freeze

    5 minutes • processing: 30–60 seconds • makes: 720g 240g low-fat Put all the ingredients into the Vitamix container in plain, vanilla or the order listed and secure the lid. strawberry yogurt 2. select Variable 1. 450g frozen strawberries 3.
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  • Page 160: Vanilla Pudding

    • processing: 8 1/2 minutes • makes: 480g 70–100g caster sugar Put the first four ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid. 2 egg yolks 2 whole eggs 2. select Variable 1. 360ml low-fat milk 3.

  • Page 161: Vegan Truffles

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  • Page 162: Dressings & Marinades

    For tHE DrEssing 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 tsp apple cider vinegar 1. Put all the ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid. freshly ground black pepper, to taste 2. select Variable 1.
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  • Page 164: Caesar Salad Dressing

    • processing: 20 seconds • makes: 240ml 90ml olive oil Put all the ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid. 120ml egg substitute 1/2 garlic clove, peeled 2. select Variable 1. 2 tsp red wine vinegar 3.

  • Page 165: Caribbean Dry Rub And Marinade

    165g brown sugar 140g coarse salt DrY ruB 2 tbsp dried thyme Put all the ingredients into the Vitamix container in 1 tsp allspice the order listed and secure the lid. 2 tsp dried chilli flakes 2. select Variable 1.

  • Page 166: Raspberry Vinaigrette

    5 minutes • processing: 30 seconds • makes: 480ml 180ml olive oil Put all the ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid. 60ml apple cider or raspberry vinegar 2. select Variable 1. 1 tsp salt 3.
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  • Page 168: Italian Dressing

    5 minutes • processing: 10–15 seconds • makes: 240ml 75ml red wine vinegar Put all the ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid. 60ml water 120ml olive oil 2. select Variable 1. 1/4 tsp sugar 3.

  • Page 169: Lime Coriander Marinade

    • processing: 30 seconds • makes: 360ml 60ml olive oil Put all the ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid. 3 small limes, peeled and cut into halves 2. select Variable 1. 10g coriander leaves 3.

  • Page 170: Poppy Seed Dressing

    4 minutes • makes: 360ml 240ml cold water Put all the ingredients, except the poppy seeds, into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure 80ml apple cider vinegar the lid. 1 onion, peeled and 2. select Variable 1.
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  • Page 172: Mustard Marinade

    • processing: 30 seconds • makes: 240ml 60ml soy sauce Put all the ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid. 2 tbsp whipping cream 160ml Dijon mustard 2. select Variable 1. 1/2 tsp black peppercorns 3.

  • Page 173: Ginger Paste

    • processing: 45 seconds • makes: 240g 150g fresh root Put the ginger into the Vitamix container and secure ginger, unpeeled the lid. 2. select Variable 1. 3. turn the machine on and slowly increase the speed to Variable 10, then to High.

  • Page 174: Tahini Marinade

    • processing: 1 minute • makes: 240ml 120ml chicken stock Put all the ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid. 1 tbsp lemon juice 2 tsp finely chopped onion 2. select Variable 1. 2 tsp raw sesame seeds 3.

  • Page 175: Basic Vinaigrette

    • processing: 30 seconds • makes: 240ml 60ml water Put all the ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid. 120ml olive oil 60ml red or white vinegar 2. select Variable 1. 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard 3.
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