Kitchen

[this is my nic]

I have a Vita mix and use it mainly for smoothies. One of the fruits I like to use are frozen raspberries. The vendor says that the machine liquefies everything, including seeds. I still have the seeds after processing. If I process longer, the mix gets hot, which I don't want. What am I doing wrong?

[EatWell]

Use with cold juice.

[this is my nic]

On 8/17/2014 kingofcool1947 said: Use with cold juice.

I do!

[ItsME]

I don't know. I don't use raspberries. I do use frozen blueberries…. As long as the unit is on what I call "turbo" mode, they are liquified. But, if I only run it on high, I do get pieces of skin. LOVE my Vitamix!

[this is my nic]

I run it on the ""turbo"" after turning it up to 10 on regular speed. Those seeds just don't liquefy. Frustrating because I really like raspberries and they are loaded with vitamins.

[LilyBell2]

I use strawberries, blackberries, and raspberries and I have no problem with seeds at all. I suggest you call Vitamix Customer Service (their number can be found on either the back or the bottom of your machine's motor base, depending on the model) and a representative will give you some tips and walk you through the process so you can get better results.

[KYToby]

I like to blend smoothies for a full two minutes. I like to add ice at the start and again about 30 seconds before it is done.

[terrier3]

Run it for as long as it takes to liquefy the seeds...THEN add extra ice cubes to cool it down.

I don't mind the seeds - but I always run it thoroughly - then instead of ice cubes, I usually add half a frozen banana I keep in a lock 'n lock in the freezer for this purpose.

[Daysdee]

I've had the same problem with the seeds from frozen raspberries or mixed berries. I cannot eat seeds for health reasons. I will try some of the suggestions. Also, my Vitamix never mixes items as fast and smoothly as when Jan does the demos.

[this is my nic]

Thanks for the suggestions!

I don't like adding a lot of ice to the mixture because I think it waters it down. However, I've considered making ice cubes out of juice and adding those.

I have the taller container, does anyone know if I can use the shorter one on that base? Can the shorter one be ordered separately?