suzybills

I'd buy a Blendtec. They're usually a little less than Vitamix but work a little better. Plus, they cycles are programmed for you. And, if you get the Twister jar, blending chickpeas, nuts, etc. is sooo simple. And you don't have to use a tamper. Less effort for you and less to clean afterward.

I recommend the Blendtec. It has the same warranty as Vita-Mix but is made a little better. They're both kinda loud, but with the Blendtec, you get better end results and don't have to use a tamper. Just select the blend cycle you want and you don't have to do anything else. The cycle turns off at a specific time, so you…

Here are links to two great recipes on Blendtec's site: http://www.blendtec.com/recipes/gazpacho http://www.blendtec.com/recipes/avocado_soup (use vegetable broth rather than chicken broth) Enjoy!