Blended Recipes for Your Holiday Parties at Home

Hosting your friends and loved ones at home during this season can put a lot of pressure on you. But making your holiday spread memorable doesn’t always have to be a full day of preparation. You’d be surprised how some great-tasting dishes can easily happen with the push of a button.

So stop stressing and start spreading the Christmas cheer! From appetizers to sides and drinks, the Next Upgrade Shop has you covered with easy-to-make recipes and a powerful kitchen blender to get the job done in no time.

Homemade Salsa

Fire up the party mood with a hot, fresh homemade salsa. Achieve a tangy, zesty, well-balanced dip for your nachos, chips, or toasted breads by simply blending these ingredients and spices in a blender. 

Ingredients:

• 2 cans diced tomatoes

• 1 jalapeno chile, seeds and ribs removed

• ½ yellow onion, quartered

• ½ bunch cilantro leaves

• 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice

• Salt to taste

Pumpkin Spiced Frappe

Spice up an afternoon with your best friends with a pumpkin-spiced frappe. Sip festive holiday flavors by mixing coffee with blended pumpkin spice cubes and topping it with whipped cream and cinnamon. Enjoy this ice-cold drink with some cookies for a chill party at home!

Ingredients:

• ½ cup pumpkin puree

• 2 tsp honey

• 1 cup milk of choice

• 1 shot espresso

• Ice cubes

• Whipped cream

• Cinnamon for garnishing
  

Squash Soup

Start the feast with a rich, flavorful bowl of kalabasa soup that will surely warm the hearts of every guest. Elevate this popular appetizer by blending all ingredients to achieve a rich, creamy texture with every scoop. 

 Ingredients:

• 1 lb squash, boiled and cubed 

• 2 cups chicken broth

• 1 medium onion, chopped

• ½ cup heavy whipping cream

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1 ½ tsp salt

• ½ tsp ground black pepper

• ½ tsp dried parsley

Fluffy Mashed Potato

Make your holiday dinners more special by serving your mains with a bowl of fluffy mashed potatoes. Ensure a smooth, creamy consistency for this festive side dish by blending all the ingredients in a kitchen blender.  

Ingredients:

• 3 whole potatoes, boiled

• ½ cup butter

• ¼ cup milk

• Salt and pepper to taste

And if you’re dreaming of trying these blended recipes for your Christmas festivities, check out this powerful vacuum blender you can get from the Next Upgrade Shop!

Hyundai Vacuum Blender HBV-SSY096501G

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Serve smooth and easy-to-prepare dishes at your holiday tables with the Hyundai Vacuum Blender HBV-SSY096501G. This smart kitchen blender features an anti-oxidation feature that helps keep your ingredients fresh for longer, preserving the taste and nutrients of crushed foods and drinks. This all-in-one food mixer lets you mix, mash, and crush hot or cold ingredients without breaking a sweat. Whip up delicious soups, sides, or shakes this Christmas with this blending machine, priced at ₱11,990 at the Next Upgrade Shop.

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