Vitamix E310 Explorian Blender, Professional-Grade, 48 oz. Container – Link

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• Variable speed control: ten variable speeds allow you to refine every texture with culinary precision, from the smoothest purées to the heartiest soups
• Pulse feature: layer coarse chops over smooth purées for heartier recipes, such as chunky salsas or Thick vegetable soups.
• The 48-ounce container is ideal for blending medium batches for small family meals.
• Hardened stainless-steel blades: our aircraft-grade stainless steel blades are designed to handle the toughest ingredients, so from the first blend to the last, you get the same quality results.
• Self-cleaning: with a drop of dish soap and Warm water, your Vitamix machine can clean itself in 30 to 60 seconds.
• 5-Year full warranty: we stand behind the quality of our machines with full warranties, covering all parts, performance, Labor, and two-way SHIPPING at no cost to you.
• What’s in the box: motor base, 48 oz. Container, mini-tamper, cookbook