Chocolate Strawberry Banana Milkshake

Description A wonderful milkshake that can easily be adapted for low-sugar diets. My mother got me started on this 20 years ago. I rarely add sugar or sweetener, but I realize that some people enjoy a bit more sweetness. You can substitute orange juice for milk if you like. Ingredients 1 cup low-fat milk ½ … Read more

Detox Water

Description Detox! Ingredients 1 lemon 1 piece ginger 10 mint leaves 1 quart water Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 10 mins Servings: 4

Chocolate Covered Cherry Martini

Description I made this up as I went along and now it’s the most requested martini at the bar I work in. Ingredients 1 cup ice cubes 1 (1.5 fluid ounce) jigger chocolate vodka 1 (1.5 fluid ounce) jigger cherry vodka ½ fluid ounce grenadine syrup 1 fluid ounce creme de cacao 1 fluid ounce … Read more

Chocolate Strawberry Smoothie

Description This strawberry, banana chocolate yogurt shake makes a wonderful treat for any occasion. Ingredients 2 bananas, frozen and chunked ½ cup frozen strawberries 2 tablespoons chocolate syrup 1 cup plain yogurt Instructions In a blender combine bananas strawberries chocolate syrup and yogurt. Blend until smooth. Prep Time: 2 mins Total Time: 2 mins Servings: … Read more

Strawberry-Mint Soda

Description While making a pitcher of my Strawberry Mojitos, I had a request for one without any alcohol. It seemed to be a hit! You can adjust the taste by adding less or more of any ingredient. Refreshing and light, it’s perfect on a hot summer day! Ingredients 2 large limes, quartered ½ bunch mint … Read more

Tart Apple-Ginger Shrub

Description This syrupy, apple-infused drinking vinegar is an old-fashioned recipe that’s used as a unique flavor enhancer for cocktails or sodas. Store in the refrigerator. Ingredients 1 Granny Smith apple, shredded ⅓ cup unfiltered apple cider vinegar ¼ cup white sugar 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 4 days Servings: … Read more

Strawberry Milkshake

Description A creamy and sweet strawberry milkshake made with real strawberries. Ingredients 13 fresh strawberries 4 scoops strawberry ice cream 1 cup milk 2 tablespoons honey 1 teaspoon vanilla extract ½ cup ice 2 tablespoons whipped cream, or to taste 2 teaspoons chocolate sauce, or to taste Instructions Blend strawberries ice cream milk honey and … Read more

Easy Mexican Hot Chocolate

Description This is an easy way to spice up regular hot chocolate mix. Add more or less of each ingredient, depending on taste. Serve with marshmallows or whipped cream and enjoy. Ingredients 3 tablespoons instant hot chocolate mix 1 tablespoon chocolate syrup ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 pinch chili powder ¼ cup milk ¾ cup … Read more

Very Berry Anti-Inflammatory Smoothie

Description Who knew a smoothie could taste so amazing while packing in anti-inflammatory benefits! I use a Vitamix® blender and I do not hull the strawberries. If your blender is a different brand, you will need to hull the strawberries. Ingredients 1 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk 1 cup fresh cherries, pitted ¾ cup fresh … Read more

Kale, Banana, and Peanut Butter Smoothie

Description My own little concoction for a quick and healthy snack on the go. Ingredients 2 bananas, cut into small chunks 1 ½ cups unsweetened vanilla-flavored almond milk ½ bunch kale – stems removed and discarded, leaves torn into bite-size pieces 4 cubes ice, or more if desired 1 tablespoon peanut butter Instructions Blend bananas almond … Read more