Banana Almond Smoothie

1 large ripe banana
1 c almond milk
1 c ice cubes
1 T honey
1/2 tsp vanilla

Blend in blender until smooth.

Amazon Cherry Smoothie

1/2 c frozen cherries
1/2 c frozen bananas (about 1/2 banana)
1/2 c frozen strawberries
1/2 c milk product
1/2 c yogurt product (any kind that is plain and unsweetened)
1 tsp freshly grated ginger
1 T freshly ground flax seed

Blend in blender until smooth.

Notes:  


(1) We often freeze bananas for smoothies.  The easiest way is to freeze them peeled so that you don't have to try to peel them when they are frozen.  Sounds like a no-brainer but I only post this because of one too many times of dealing with frozen fingers.  :)


(2) If you do not use fresh ginger quickly enough to keep it from going bad in the refrigerator, freeze it whole and unpeeled in a Ziploc bag.  When you need some fresh grated, just pull out the frozen ginger and grate.  Voila! 


(3) Store your flax seed in the refrigerator to keep it from going rancid.  Especially in the warmer months.

Fruit and Flaxseed Smoothie

During the summer we really like smoothies at our home.  I know it is not summer now and no one is probably thinking about making a smoothie but I had to post.  This is a frugal alternative to Jamba Juice.

1 1/2 c frozen fruit (any combination)
1/2 c milk  product (any type)
1/2 c yogurt product (any type of plain, unsweetened)
1 T ground flax seed

Blend in blender until smooth.

Notes:  Flax seed goes rancid very quickly.  I only grind up what I need when I need it.  I recommend using a small food processor or a coffee grinder specifically designated for nuts, spices, etc. Not one used for coffee as well.

Strawberry Banana Smoothie

6 large strawberries, stems removed
1/2 c milk option (dairy or non dairy option)
1 banana
2 tsp sugar
1 c yogurt (dairy or non dairy)

Blend in blender until smooth.

Berry Best Smoothie

Living here in Oregon where berries are plentiful, we seem to always have fresh or freshly frozen berries to use for yummy smoothies.  Because of all the options available now for dairy free milk options and yogurt options even Arthur can enjoy these on a regular basis.

Berry Best Smoothie

1/2 c strawberries
1/2 c blueberries
1/2 c raspberries
1 banana
1/2 c non-dairy yogurt (coconut or goat are our choices)
1 c non-diary milk (coconut, rice or almond are our choices)
1/2 c ice (optional IF all the above fruits are frozen)

Place in a blender and blend until thoroughly mixed and smooth.  :)