Some of my fondest memories growing up in nearby Pittsfield were in the Village of New Berlin. Whether it was playing in the baseball leagues, going to New Berlin Youth Days Fair, working on the DPW, or simply going to a friendâs house. I remember the friendly and community oriented environment, and it was for this reason that my wife and I chose to call the Village of New Berlin home for our family.
Cook the soup for 15-20 minutes over a medium heat, or until the vegetables are tender. Remove the pot from the heat and allow it to cool slightly. Transfer the contents of your pot into your blender and puree until itâs smooth. Alternatively, you could use a stick blender to blend your soup right in the pot.
What previously was a 20-minute process that made a huge mess became a 5-minute breeze. A quick rinse of the wand in hot water and clean up was done, too. If you make your own soups and sauces, you will appreciate the ease of use that an immersion blender provides. Plus, it compactly stores in a kitchen drawer, making it a perfect asset to a small kitchen. In fact, you could easily use the immersion blender for smoothies and other drinks in place of a traditional one if storage space is at a premium. Iâve also used the immersion blender to disguise vegetables into tomato sauce before making chili or minestrone.