Decide between an immersion blender and a hand mixer based on your preference and the task at hand.

Refer to the manufacturer's instructions for your chosen appliance to familiarize yourself with its features and operation.

Prepare your ingredients according to your recipe, ensuring they are appropriately measured and ready for blending or mixing.

If using an immersion blender, immerse the blending head into the mixture, ensuring it is fully submerged, and activate the blender. Move the blender up and down to blend the ingredients to the desired consistency.

If using a hand mixer, attach the appropriate mixing attachments, and place them into the mixture. Turn on the hand mixer and move it around the bowl to thoroughly mix the ingredients.

Adjust the speed settings of your appliance as needed to achieve the desired blending or mixing results.

Continue blending or mixing until the ingredients are well combined or reach the desired texture.

Once the blending or mixing is complete, turn off and disconnect the immersion blender or hand mixer.

Clean and store your appliance according to the manufacturer's instructions.

Use the blended or mixed ingredients in your recipe as intended, appreciating the ease and efficiency provided by either the immersion blender or hand mixer.

Explore a variety of recipes and experiment with different techniques to make the most of your chosen blending or mixing method.