Makes 48 ounces

1cup mango chunks (1"pieces), about 8 ounces

1 medium banana, cut in 1" pieces

1cup orange, apple or other fruit juice

1cup soy milk/beverage

1tablespoon vanilla extract

1cup silken tofu, cut into 1" pieces

2cups 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

2 cups lowfat milk

2cups “light” vanilla ice cream or frozen yogurt

3tablespoons caramel syrup

2 teaspoons 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 lowfat milk

2bananas, peeled, cut into 1" pieces

2cups lowfat chocolate frozen yogurt

2tablespoons 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 espresso or double strength coffee, chilled *

1/4 cup chocolate sauce

2tablespoons flavored syrup – vanilla, hazelnut, almond, raspberry, etc.

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 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,

or use your own special recipe.

Makes 6 servings

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

1/2 cup Tequila

1/3 cup Triple Sec or Cointreau 1/3 cup fresh lime juice

4tablespoons superfine sugar

2cups ice cubes

Place all ingredients in blender jar in order listed. Place cover on blender jar. Blend on High for 30 to 40 seconds until the mixture is smooth and slushy in texture. Turn blender off. Serve immediately.

Nutritional information per serving:

Calories 158 (1% from fat) • carb. 23g • pro. 0g •

fat 0g • sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg • sod 5mg •

calc. 9mg • fiber 1g

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Cuisinart CBT-500 manual Crême Caramel Shake, MONKEY-DOODLE Shake, Mocha Frappé, Frozen Mango Margaritas

CBT-500 specifications

The Cuisinart CBT-500 is a powerful and versatile blender designed to meet the needs of both home cooks and professional chefs. Renowned for its performance and durability, this blender comes packed with features that make it a staple in any kitchen.

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