Will it puree cooked asparagus since that veggie tends to have strings that need to be removed or would the strings clog it up too fast?
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You might have to do this two or three times. This is not a food processor, which I couldn't afford 35 years ago, but it was wonderful for my girls. I know it's harder today with everyone working, but it's only a few minutes more time, and practically no clean up time!
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I don't know--I gave it to my son as a present, and am pretty sure they don't like asparagus. They are missing out. Hope it works!
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This has more of a smashing effect not really a grinding.So yes it would minus the strings, and yes it will clog after you have smashed your portion.
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So far, it has puréed everything that I have put in this grinder, however I have never done asparagus.
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gave mine away as baby gifts. Dont think those really puree. You might be happier using a blender first and then adding the stringy food with fruit/ or something else to put through the grinder. Just speaking from experience of the similar one I had when my children were babies---years ago.
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I don't have personal experience with asparagus. The grinding mechanism is metal-on-metal, with a scissor-like action. Asparagus might require some extra pressure, but I bet it would work. Clogging should not be a problem while grinding, afterward you might have to clean the little holes with a brush or something.
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If the asparagus was cooked so that is was extremely soft it prob would but I bet it would still get caught in the blades some. Worth a try.
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I have cooked rice in it but not veggies. I followed the same instructions for the rice as you do with the pasta.
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I use a wooden or plastic spoon (large) and dip the veggies out. Or you can use pot holders and lift the pot out of the pressure cooker and tip it over while emptying the veggies.
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I cooked zucchini (no plastic taste) and broccoli and asparagus, smelly veggies. Maybe your nose is very sensitive - you should try wine tasting! Try filling the clean pan you used, fill with water to cover the base (not handles unless you clamp them down some way), put in a drop of dishwashing liquid, stir and bring to a boil - boil 3-5 min on simmer. This got the taste out of a silicone spoon I had. Never used it on sauerkraut again (!!).
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It will chop it, but not puree it. If want want to puree, get yourself magic bullet. If you want to finely chop, this can do the job. Thanks for shopping with Karenville Mall!
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You store the Vegg package in the cupboard and mix just what you need. If you mix more than the amount needed, It will keep several days in a covered container in the refrigerator until you can use it up. It tends to thicken somewhat when mixed in advance and stored.
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No, I don't think so. Are you speaking of sealing jars, like canning, or steaming actual veggies? You could do a quart of carrots to purée easily, or beets, but it is really better for a couple steaming vegetables for dinner.
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Once in awhile celery strings will cause it to eject a bit strangely. I alternate leafy veggies with harder things like slices of carrot or apple. I then take veggie juice mixture then blend with protein & coconut milk. Remarkably easy to clean if you do it quickly after juicing. Just be very careful about pushing little plastic foot back into bottom of ejector. I studied it for a few seconds when it came in box to make sure I put it together correctly. Manufacture also made it pretty easy to reassemble with red dots that all line up. So to answer original question, I have not had any problems with it jamming up. Hope this helps. Once in awhile celery strings will cause it to eject a bit strangely. I alternate leafy veggies with harder things like slices of carrot or apple. I then take veggie juice mixture then blend with protein & coconut milk. Remarkably easy to clean if you do it quickly after juicing. Just be very careful about pushing little plastic foot back into bottom of ejector. I studied it for a few seconds when it came in box to make sure I put it together correctly. Manufacture also made it pretty easy to reassemble with red dots that all line up. So to answer original question, I have not had any... » Read More Once in awhile celery strings will cause it to eject a bit strangely. I alternate leafy veggies with harder things like slices of carrot or apple. I then take veggie juice mixture then blend with protein & coconut milk. Remarkably easy to clean if you do it quickly after juicing. Just be very careful about pushing little plastic foot back into bottom of ejector. I studied it for a few seconds when it came in box to make sure I put it together correctly. Manufacture also made it pretty easy to reassemble with red dots that all line up. So to answer original question, I have not had any problems with it jamming up. Hope this helps. « Show Less
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No, it won't be that smooth. You can make purees but it will be somewhat thick/slightly chunky.
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You just put about 2 inches of water in the pan, put the vegetables in the basket, cover and cook on high for seven minutes (electric stove) - at least for things like broccoli or cauliflower. I don't like to over-cook them, because you lose the much of the nutritional benefit of the veggies. Do NOT let all the water boil out!!! The good thing about this thing is you can check the water level by lifting the basket (carefully).
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It depends on what you mix, I suggest make your drink and store any excess in glass containers, the containers you blend with can then be cleaned quickly. Also it would remove any flavoring, so that what you mix next is pure. The stronger the color of the vegetable,(beets, kale, berries), will tend to leave their scent and color.
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I have tried to puree thawed frozen peas in this and it was not a fine puree. You may have to cook it first to get that.
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The faster speed does puree the food to a smoother texture, while the other leave some chunks in it but it all depends on how long you keep the knob turned. I didnt cut anything if i steamed it first, if i didnt steam then yes i chopped. It will puree ANYTHING
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I think it would puree rocks. We use frozen fruit and fresh fruit. Carrots, spinach, apples all disappear without chunks.
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If you were going to buy this pot for the insert, why wouldn't you use the set? You can use the Cuisinart for something else. I often have two veggie steamers going at once. I use an old unstable, collapsable steamer insert in one of my other pots and put asparagus spears into that one.No problem with large spears, if it is a bit tippy upon taking it out. My Oggi steamer holds the carrot coins or cauliflower florets. It is a very nice pot.
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I threw mine out because it started leaking and sprung for a Vitamix (reburbished--5 year warranty). This blender blended fine while it worked but it does not puree hard vegetables like you describe. Vitamix is the the one you want to smoothies, using whole apples, etc. Whiz kid!
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Raw. I think they would be too mushy to use after they are cooked. It worked pretty well though. Better than the little tool that you have to pull them through a bean at a time!