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Friday, August 20, 2010

Just a Smoothie...want a sip?

Okay, I'm sure everybody knows how to make a smoothie...so I'm not really trying to instruct  you in anything here...just to share a fabulous combination...one of many I've tried and/or formulated over many, many years.  The hubs, DQ, and I really like smoothies for breakfast, lunch or a mid-day snack.  Believe it or not, I made this one more than a month ago, but held off on posting it until we came to our Can I Have a Sip? theme over at IHCC.  Well, this is the week...enjoy a smoothie with fresh, fruit that is currently in season or with fruit frozen from a previous season...that's the beauty of a smoothie.  Versatility.

Fruit Smoothies
adapted from Food Matters by Mark Bittman
makes 2-4 svgs.

3 c. unsweetened fresh or frozen fruit, any combination  I used strawberries, peaches, and figs
1/2 frozen banana  I used a whole
1 c. plain yogurt
1/2 c. apple juice, coconut juice, pineapple juice or other liquid; more if needed  I used milk
maple syrup or honey to taste
I also added a big scoop of wheat germ

Put all ingredients together in a blender and whiz until smooth.  If the machine is not purĂ©eing, add a little more liquid as needed.  Serve immediately.

*This post is linked to:
IHCCVFFfamilyfoodfridaysFOF


Would you like to comment?

  1. I'd love a sip, thanks! I have lots of fruit in my freezer that I've been freezing all summer- it'll make perfect smoothies!

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  2. I want the whole glass! Looks so fresh and good!

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  3. Yes, sure, I do want a sip...:)! What not to love? Lovely colours and looks delicious...!

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  4. Ooooh...I love smoothies. They are so refreshing and delicious. I want your, too :D

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  5. Que rico, yo no conocĂ­a este tipo de postres. Que bueno se ve. Saludos

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  6. wooo such a refreshing smoothie !! lemme first take a sip !! yummilicious !!!


    Lavanya

    www.lavsblog.com

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  7. Irresistible smoothie, makes me drool..

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  8. Çok gĂ¼zel görĂ¼nĂ¼yor. Ellerinize saÄŸlık.

    Saygılar.

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  9. Your smoothie looks yummy--I've just decided that's what I want right now for breakfast!

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  10. Not just a sip, the entire glass please, I'm greedy! :o) I have smoothies all the time, I love them. I also love how you put figs in yours. It's not something I would have thought of but definitely something I'm going to try. Happy Friday!

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  11. Yum- it looks all cold, creamy and inviting! Fun idea to add in figs and I love the idea of adding in wheat germ (why haven't I thought of that before?) I've been making Bittman's vanilla banana smoothie all week. I'm hooked on it. Definitely going to add wheat germ next time! Thanks for the idea.

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  12. Me! I want a sip!
    Beautiful smoothie, it looks so cool and satisfying. Great that you snuck in added nutrition, I should try that with Elijah.

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  13. This is a delicious recept and very goog blog...

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  14. Figs? I don't think I'd have thought to put a fig in a smoothie, but now I'm intrigued.

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  15. Smoothies are the only way I can reliably get fruit into my girls!

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  16. Can I pleaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaase have it?

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  17. It's always fun to see what other people blend up.
    Mimi

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  18. Yes, I'd love a sip right now! It looks delicious and creamy good!

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  19. i love the combinations you suggest, especially the coconut milk. i actually almost bought some figs for the first time today, then chickened out. i wish now that i had so i could put them in a smoothie!

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  20. smoothie looks gorgeous ..i really want a sip :)

    Satya
    http://www.superyummyrecipes.com

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  21. colourfully delicious perfect for this weather

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  22. Can I have a sip? Looks gorgeous

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  23. I would love a sip - a delicious smoothie!

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  24. I would have never thought to add wheat germ to a smoothie!

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  25. MMMMmmmmm, Yes I do want a sip and if I replace the honey with stevia, I can drink it all.

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  26. Mm. I don't sweeten my smoothies with anything and I am enticed by the figs. Yum! This is great!

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  27. I am a frequent smoothie drinker myself. ;-) Loving the figs in this one. Great pick.

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  28. There is no such thing as "just" a smoothie..and...geez, you make it look like a piece of art! Beautiful and yummy!

    Thanks for linking up at Family Food Fridays!

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  29. Excellent photo. What did you do with the extras? Can you freeze it for another day?

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  30. Thanks Diana...ummmm...extras? I don't understand. LOL! Nope, no extras around this house =) You may be able to freeze and reblend...I'll try that next time!

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  31. Looks gorgeous, and I love the idea of putting some figs in and some wheat germ.
    Sue

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