Banana and Peanut Butter Smoothie
The way to a thick and creamy smoothie is to use frozen fruit, not ice, to achieve a desired thickness. You can buy frozen fruit at the grocery store, or freeze it yourself. Cut or break fruit such as bananas and peaches into pieces no larger than a strawberry before freezing — otherwise you may learn the hard way, as I did, that blender blades really do have their limitations.
The following smoothie recipe is a great way for kids and adults alike to get fruit, dairy, and protein all in one delicious gulp.
Fruit and Peanut Butter Smoothie
3 small frozen bananas, or 1-1/2 cups of frozen strawberries, peach or otherwise
8 ounce container of Yogurt (Vanilla or any other complimentary flavor)
1- 1/2 cups Milk
1/4 cup Peanut Butter (optional)
1/4 cup Sugar
2 tsp. Vanilla
Combine all ingredients in blender and blend on high til smooth. Add extra milk if you find the smoothie to be too thick. Makes about 3 cups.
