Crême Caramel Shake, MONKEY-DOODLE Shake

protein and a nice alternative to using dairy products in smoothies. Change the fruits to suit your own taste.

Makes 48 ounces

2cups (500 ml) mango chunks (1" (2.5 cm) pieces), about 12 ounces

1medium banana, cut in 1" (2.5 cm) pieces

1cup (250 ml) orange, apple or other fruit juice

1cup (250 ml) soy milk/beverage

1tablespoon (15 ml) vanilla extract

1cup (250 ml) silken tofu, cut into 1" (2.5 cm) pieces

2cups (500 ml) frozen strawberries (do not thaw)

Place all ingredients in blender jar in order listed. Set on High and blend until smooth and creamy, about 20 seconds. Serve immediately or refrigerate.

Nutritional information per serving

(based on 6 servings): Calories 135 (18% from fat) •

carb. 25g • pro. 5g • fat 2g • sat. fat 0g •

chol. 0mg • sod. 10mg • calc. 63mg • fiber 4g

CRÊME CARAMEL SHAKE

This shake is an excellent source of calcium,

making a now and then indulgence

“a good thing.”

Makes 4 servings

3 cups (750 ml) lowfat milk

2cups (500 ml) “light” vanilla ice cream or frozen yogurt

3tablespoons (45 ml) caramel syrup

2teaspoons (10 ml) vanilla extract

Place all ingredients in blender jar in order listed; cover blender jar. Set on High. Blend until smooth, creamy and thick, about 40 to 50 seconds. Serve immediately in tall glasses with straws.

Nutritional information per serving:

Calories 223 (30% from fat) • carb. 29g • pro. 9g • fat 8g • sat. fat 5g • chol. 39mg • sod. 131mg • calc. 315mg • fiber 0g

MONKEY-DOODLE SHAKE

Chocolate frozen yogurt and bananas are combined to make this creamy shake.

Makes 4 servings

2 cups (500 ml) lowfat milk

2 bananas, peeled, cut into 1" (2.5 cm) pieces

2cups (500 ml) lowfat chocolate frozen yogurt

2 tablespoons (30 ml) chocolate syrup

Place all ingredients in blender jar in order listed; cover blender jar. Set on High and blend until smooth, creamy and thickened, about 40 to 50 seconds. Serve immediately in tall glasses with straws.

Nutritional information per serving:

Calories 257 (18% from fat) • carb. 46g • pro. 8g •

fat 5g • sat. fat 3g • chol. 19mg • sod. 95mg •

calc. 216mg • fiber 2g

MOCHA FRAPPÉ

Why go out for special coffee drinks when you

can prepare them easily at home in your

Cuisinart Blender.

Makes 2 servings

8ounces (235 ml) espresso or double strength coffee, chilled *

1/4 cup (62 ml) chocolate sauce

2tablespoons (30 ml) flavoured syrup – vanilla, hazelnut, almond, raspberry.

15 ice cubes

Place all ingredients in blender jar in order listed. Cover blender jar. Set on High and blend until smooth and slushy, about 30 to 40 seconds. Serve immediately in tall glasses. Garnish with a dollop of whipped cream if desired.

Nutritional information per serving:

Calories 138 (0% from fat) • carb. 33g • pro. 1g •

fat 0g • sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg • sod. 37mg •

calc. 6mg • fiber 0g

For a Creamy Frappé, add 2 tablespoons (30 ml) half-and-half before blending.

*May be prepared from instant espresso powder.

FROZEN MANGO MARGARITAS

You can make Margaritas and other frozen drinks with ease with your Cuisinart Blender – try this refreshing Mango Margarita.

Makes 6 servings

2cups (500 ml) mango cubes (fresh or frozen, partially thawed)

1/2 cup (125 ml) Tequila

1/3 cup (80 ml) Triple Sec or Cointreau 1/3 cup (80 ml) fresh lime juice

4tablespoons (60 ml) superfine sugar

2cups (500 ml) ice cubes

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