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Title: Very Berry Smoothie and Variations
Categories: Beverages
Yield: 1 Servings

1cFrozen strawberries partially thawed
1/2cFrozen raspberries partially thawed
1c2% milk
1/2cIce
1/4cGranulated sugar
BLUEBERRY BLOCKBUSTER
1 1/2cBlueberries substitute for strawberries and raspberries
1/4tsVanilla
PEACHY KEEN SMOOTHIE
1 1/2cPeaches, canned and drained or frozen. Substitute for strawb

For those with hectic schedules, the sit-down breakfast has become a thing of the past. But that shouldn't stop folks from enjoying the most important meal of the day. Fruit smoothies are one way of getting the nutrients you need without a lot of fuss. This recipe's ingredients can be varied for several delicious breakfast drinks.

In a blender, whirl strawberries, raspberries, milk, ice and sugar until smooth. Makes 1 serving.

BLUEBERRY BLOCKBUSTER SMOOTHIE: Substitute frozen blueberries for strawberries and raspberries; add vanilla. Makes 1 serving.

PEACHY KEEN SMOOTHIE: Omit strawberries and raspberries; substitute canned and drained or frozen peaches. Makes 1 serving.

Per serving for Very Berry: Calories: 375 Protein: 9 grams Fat: 5 grams Cholesterol: 18 mg Carbohydrate: 77 grams Sodium: 126 mg

Per serving for Blueberry Blockbuster: Calories 410 Protein: 9 grams Fat: 6 grams Cholesterol: 18 mg Carbohydrate: 84 grams Sodium: 125 mg

Per serving for Peachy Keen: Calories: 392 Protein: 9 grams Fat: 5 grams Cholesterol: 18 mg Carbohydrate: 82 grams Sodium: 123 mg

Source: Oregonian FoodDay; typos by Dorothy Flatman 1996

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