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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: smoothies
Pink & Green Smoothie
2 cups spinach, frozen or lightly steamed if using fresh 1 pink grapefruit, peeled, seeds intact 1 1/2 cups yogurt or kefir of your choice 1/2 cup water Add all ingredients to container and blend until smooth.
Souper Smoothie
This recipe is adapted from The Ultimate Smoothie Book. It’s really a drinkable soup, meant to be served coldlightly warmed if you’d like. It’s a great way to use up leftover squash and can be made ahead of time and … Continue reading
Kale Smoothie
3-4 leaves of kale, stems intact 2 bananas 1 1/2 cups yogurt or kefir of your choice blend well until smooth.
Spinach Mango Smoothie
I don’t always crave mangoes and they are not in season now, but someone asked me for a recipe. Here it is. Frozen mango can be found in most grocers’ frozen section. 1 cup spinach 1/2 cup frozen mango 1 … Continue reading
Beet that Cold Smoothie
I am prone to sinus infections, especially when the seasons change. During the transitional months, I try to limit my intake of dairy and increase liver helpers. Lemon is one of those helpers. I also notice that most people discard … Continue reading
P90X Recovery Drink
I let my boyfriend talk me into joining him in the P90X challenge, knowing full well how I despise organized exercise and can’t do a push up if my life depended on it. Needless to say, I lasted about two … Continue reading
Spiced Blackberry Smoothie
This is a make-ahead smoothie recipe. 1 cup blackberries, rinsed 1 t cinnamon 1 t cloves 1 t nutmeg 1/2 tbs honey or maple syrup 1/2 tbs molasses 1/2 cup water juice of half a lemon 1 cup yogurt or … Continue reading



