SMOOTHIE
From the kitchen of Char, MS
A smoothie consists of several parts. Usually a milk or juice base
with added protein and fruit.
What I do:
I use either milk, soy milk, rice milk (protein is in these) or
apple juice as a base for a smoothie.
I add a few ice cubes if the fruit I use is fresh instead of frozen.
I add a mixture of fruit. Bananas, apples, oranges, berries of all types,
peaches, plums, nectarines, mango,.... whatever you like.
A beginner smoothie would be orange and banana or apple and peach. This
gives you an idea. You can mix more than 2 fruits but for a child I
would start with 2 of their favorites.
For extra protein punch I always use *TOFU*. It does not have a flavor on
it's own but instead it takes on the flavors of the other things added in
the drink. The best type of tofu for a smoothie is *silken*, however a
*soft* tofu works almost nearly as well. For a full blender of fruit and
base, I would add a 1/2 block of tofu.
You can add brewers yeast and/or wheat germ. The wheat germ will add a nutty
flavor. Both these are excellent additions that provide nutritional punches.
A little goes a long way...so about 1-2 tsp added would be beneficial. If
you use too much the kids may not like it as much.
Blend well. Serve cold and fresh. Voila!
More coming soon...
