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Ingredient notes:
I freeze as much of my ingredients as I can so that I don't have to use ice.
I buy local when in season and frozen when not, but you should do what makes the most sense ecologically and economically when purchasing ingredients.
These recipes will get you anywhere from 16 to 32 ounces, depending on how many cups of liquid or yogurt are used.
Make these recipes your own: They're only going to taste good if you like the ingredients and make them in a ratio that satisfies your palate.
Substitute, add more or less, etc, and then come back and tell me how you made the recipe better for you.
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Category Archives: juice
Pink Lemonade
1 beet, scrubbed well and cut into chunks 2 lemons, peeled and halved, seeds and most of the pith intact water honey or maple syrup to taste Starting with one cup of water, add beets, lemons, and sweetener of your … Continue reading
Hot Tomato!
I LOVE spicy tomato juice. The best tomatoes are in season and from your local farmers market. If you go to the farmers market, ask the farmer for the ones that don’t look so pretty – the overripe or slightly … Continue reading
Blueberry Apple Juice
1 cup blueberries 1 cup Fuji apple juice or apple juice of your choice (juice your own or look for Red Jacket Orchards brand if you’re in NY) Blend well until smooth, adding more juice if needed.
Just Carrot
1 carrot, scrubbed, cut in half 1 cup water pinch of salt, optional Add carrot, water, and salt if using to Vitamix and blend until smooth. Add more water a 1/4 cup at a time if a thinner juice is … Continue reading
Strawberry Ginger Juice
1 c strawberries fresh ginger to taste 1 cup water or fuji apple juice (If you’re in NY, look for Red Jacket Orchards‘ brand at a farmers market, Whole Foods Market or other quality grocer, or online) Add all ingredients … Continue reading



