Difference between revisions of "Make a Fruit and Yogurt Smoothie"
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===Strawberry Banana=== | ===Strawberry Banana=== | ||
#Chop the fruit. For this smoothie you need a total of 1 cup of fruit. Slice a banana and chop strawberries so that you have a pile of fruit that adds up to a cup. | #Chop the fruit. For this smoothie you need a total of 1 cup of fruit. Slice a banana and chop strawberries so that you have a pile of fruit that adds up to a cup. | ||
| − | #*If you like a strong banana flavor with a hint of strawberries, plan on using more banana; if you prefer a lighter smoothie with a little banana flavor, go heavier on the strawberries instead.<ref>http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes-and-cooking/50-smoothies/index.html</ref> | + | #*If you like a strong banana flavor with a hint of strawberries, plan on using more banana; if you prefer a lighter smoothie with a little banana flavor, go heavier on the strawberries instead.<ref name="rf16318">http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes-and-cooking/50-smoothies/index.html</ref> |
#*You can freeze the strawberries and banana beforehand for an icier smoothie. | #*You can freeze the strawberries and banana beforehand for an icier smoothie. | ||
#Choose a sweetener. Strawberries and bananas may be sweet enough for you by themselves, but some people like a little extra sweetness. You can add a teaspoon of regular sugar or go with honey or agave nectar for a delicious flavor. | #Choose a sweetener. Strawberries and bananas may be sweet enough for you by themselves, but some people like a little extra sweetness. You can add a teaspoon of regular sugar or go with honey or agave nectar for a delicious flavor. | ||
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===Triple Berry=== | ===Triple Berry=== | ||
| − | #Prepare the berries. This smoothie calls for one cup total of berries. You can use any combination of blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, strawberries, and other types of berries you desire. Pick through the berries and remove those that are bruised or soft. Wash the berries and cut the stems off.<ref>http://www.cookinglight.com/food/recipe-finder/healthy-smoothie-recipes-00412000076434/</ref> | + | #Prepare the berries. This smoothie calls for one cup total of berries. You can use any combination of blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, strawberries, and other types of berries you desire. Pick through the berries and remove those that are bruised or soft. Wash the berries and cut the stems off.<ref name="rf16319">http://www.cookinglight.com/food/recipe-finder/healthy-smoothie-recipes-00412000076434/</ref> |
#*You can use frozen berries in place of fresh berries in this smoothie. | #*You can use frozen berries in place of fresh berries in this smoothie. | ||
#*When you're considering which berries to use, know that raspberries and blackberries have excellent flavor but may contain a lot of tiny seeds. | #*When you're considering which berries to use, know that raspberries and blackberries have excellent flavor but may contain a lot of tiny seeds. | ||
