I had an inexpensive Toastmaster® "Hand Blender" It was fine for the
occasional use I gave it like pureeing stuff and making mayonnaise. Last
week I was pureeing some carrots and squash and the damned thing went
"pop" and started smoking.

I need a new one. I don't want to spend more than $50 for something I
don't use that often. I've looked at a few brands, but I'd like some
recommendations from the folks here.

I don't want a bunch of attachment gizmos that I don't need, just a
stick blender with maybe a straignt-sided container for mayonnaise
making (which would be nice but not necessary as I have a peanut butter jar)

TIA,

Janet
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Janet Wilder
Way-the-heck-south Texas
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