Super-Exceptional Raspberry Smoothie

Found on Pinterest!

Super-Exceptional Rasberry Smoothie (This recipe is packed with anti-oxidents, nutrients & Vitamins) Ingredients: 1/3 cup raspberries (or blueberries) 1/2 cup strawberries, halved 1 cup plain yogurt 1 cup milk 1 tsp almond extract (optional) 2 - 3 Tbsp honey, to taste.


DONE! I have to say first, that we were once spoiled in Jamaica with a poolside Raspberry Smoothie--we've been on the search for something just as good since then. I have to say, we're almost there. Granted, the difference very well could be environmental at this point! Serving a smoothie on a cold January evening in New England just can't compete with poolside Jamaica in June. 


Regardless, this will be MY recipe until something better comes along, which really might not happen. I LOVED the almond extract, my family, however, preferred it plain. 


Family's Response?  A- (Again, environmental? Probably)
Prep Time? A+ (I used my "Magic Bullet" to blend... easy clean-up too)
Nutritiousness? A+ (I used skim milk and Greek Plain Yogurt for added protein)


Additionally, the Greek Yogurt can be a little tart so I did opt to throw in some honey. I will recommend this time and time again. 

Making the Grade

A quick explanation on how this will work. You will find here, a few lists. One of which, is called "Must Try This." A food version of my bucket list, if you will. Another, is "Tried, Tasted, Tested." At the bottom of each tried recipe, you will find a few grades (if the meal makes A's or B's in any of the 3 areas, it will appear on that list as well):

1. Prep Time. Recipes must be realistic for a busy lifestyle.

2. Family's Response. If it passes THIS test, I'm doing cartwheels.

3. Nutritiousness. If you make the effort, it better do a body good.

Cooking mostly with light and fresh ingredients, hence, the name of this blog. However, you may find me in a weak moment from time to time, trying, tasting, and testing items from the naughty list. Not to worry, along with the heavenly recipes on this list, you will also see how many miles it will take to walk it off.

Always looking for fantastic fresh foods, so PLEASE, do share!