Consumer Reports explains how to use an immersion blender, a handheld electric mixing stick that's a handy kitchen alternative to a full-sized blender or mixer.

How do I properly use an immersion blender? A: This was a question that came up recently during our weekly live chat. Here’s how to use an immersion blender without splashing.

The blender expanded to twice its size so it covered more surface area and was a lot more fluffy and bouncy so it gave the most natural-looking finish.