Berry Thirst-Quenching Smoothie

In honor of Spring and the beautiful California sunshine that snuck in between forecasted storms, I raided my frozen fruit stash and blended up this sweet-tart beauty.

Juicy pink bubbles!

Drinking the Blues :)

Early this week, I shivered in my air-conditioned office and found myself craving a hot cup of tea (on a hot August afternoon, yuck). All I had at my desk was Earl Gray, and I don't care for Earl Gray! But I was desperate, so I brewed myself a cup.

I took one sip and regretted it instantly. Too flowery and pungent. Not the flavor for me. But I don't waste food, so I poured it into my thermos and took it home where I forgot about it it chilled in the fridge for several days.

Today I craved a smoothie, and I knew what the "secret ingredient" would be.

Mr. Whale wonders why blueberries aren't instead "violetberries."

Strawberry Milkshake

I initially meant to make a smoothie but ended up with a dreamy beverage that rivals strawberry milkshakes I've ordered at popular fast food joints... and is healthier. Yep, I said it.

I bet Kitty likes pink drinks.

Green Smoothie w/ Pineapple and Honey

One time, I woke up late and rushed to make a spinach, strawberry, orange juice, and apple smoothie.  It wasn't good because I forgot to add the apple. :(  This story has nothing to do with today's recipe, which I am enjoying whilst I type and will definitely be recreating in the future.

Cheater Smoothie... for Cheat Days

Sometimes I crave a milkshake rather than a smoothie, but what do I do when that craving hits at breakfast time?  Compromise!  I'll make a typical smoothie and add a special ingredient: a chunk of butter toffee.

Green Smoothie feat. Baby Kale

I've decided I prefer baby kale over spinach for its lighter flavor.  No matter which kinds of greens are thrown in, I always feel "cleaner" after drinking a green smoothie.  Don't be put off by the color!  This recipe makes about 2 servings, but I drank it all myself...

Green Smoothie (Yum?)

I've found that the least painful method of getting spinach into my family's tummies is to hide it!  Throw it into a sauce, soup, or casserole... cover it with cheese if possible.  If they don't notice it, they won't try to avoid it!

Today I decided to be a bit more "in yo face!" about serving spinach.