For years, friends, family, and my own mom swore by the Vitamix.

But I wanted to see to it, so I asked my fellow Facebook followersmany of whom areculinary experts.

Unilaterally, they commented with “Vitamix.”

Making a smoothie bowl using a Ninja Foodi Power Blender & Processor System with Smoothie Bowl Maker and Nutrient Extractor

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Naturally, with so many votes for Vitamix, I just had to see what the buzz was about.

So, I picked one up at my local Costco and gave it a whirl.

This blender was great when I wanted to make a large batch of soup or salsa.

Vitamix blender

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Over the summer, my son started frequently making smoothiesusing the Ninja, too.

I happily purchased one for him.

Pop on the Spout Lid, and you have a convenient travel cup for your smoothie, too!

The Ninja Foodi Power Blender & Processor System

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Features of the Ninja Foodi Power Blender & Processor System with Smoothie Bowl Maker and Nutrient Extractor

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