Banana-Blueberry and Whey Protein Smoothie

Smoothies are easy to make and a great way to get one's daily servings of veggies and fruits. I have added whey protein to fortify my smoothie and keep those hunger cravings at bay for a little longer. I know the color isn't very tempting but the taste is anything but. Just make sure to drink it right away cause the smoothie does turn to...

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Boiled Corn on the Cob

Summer doesn't officially begin till middle of next month but it does feel like summer already. I am transitioning one from of my least favorite season to another.. Spring because I can't step outside without getting attacked by Pollen and Summer because it gives me nasty Skin rashes. :(. I probably will have to sail through Summer drinking...

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Carrot Mango Ginger Celery Breakfast Smoothie

Now that Mangoes are in season, I couldn't help make a smoothie out of it. Its a truly awesome smoothie with nice serving of fruit and veggies. Ingredients (For 2 Tall Servings): 1 Ripe Mexican "Haden" Mango 2 Small Carrot 1/2" Ginger 1 Stalk Celery 1 Cup Cold Milk 1 Cup Ice Cubes 1/2 Cup Water (Omit if a thick smoothie is preferred) 2...

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Flavored Buttermilk, a refreshing summercooler

Here is a simple recipe for a refreshing summercooler made with skimmed buttermilk. Grand-mom had a special wooden buttermilk churner that she used to separate butter and buttermilk from fresh home-made curd. She always had a fresh batch of this flavored buttermilk to drink post-lunch and also serve to guests.Grand-mom was...

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Indian Spiced Sweet Tea "Masala Chai"

When MIL came for a visit, she got me 2 packets of "Assam Black Tea powder/granules" and she says they make the best spiced sweet tea.It did and we all enjoyed sipping our evening tea until we exhausted it. She also gave me 2 large packets of Ooty Green Tea that I take to work. Now that I have run out of my assam black tea powder, I...

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POM Sangria

Pomegranate juice is so good for women,is what the doctors and nutritionists say. But it is so bitter, especially when consuming it as juice (Think POM juice). So I mix it with other juices and make my version of Sangria. This has become one of my favorite drinks. Since Spring anyway! Ingredients(For 3-4 Servings): 2 Cups Pure Pomegranate...

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