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Berry Berry Smoothie

Thursday, March 9, 2017 at 2:34 pm by

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Smoothies are everywhere these days, and it’s easy to see why: they are quick, healthy, and delicious. We made this berry-based smoothie in the test kitchen the other day and got a lot of “oohs” and “ahs” about the bright colour and the refreshing taste. This recipe makes enough for up to a family of six, so it’s great for mornings when you are trying to get everyone out the door. Or, if you have extra, you can freeze the leftovers in ice cube trays and save them for another day. Go ahead and pick up some frozen berries on your next shopping trip so you’ll be ready for this Berry Berry Smoothie the next time you need a quick breakfast on a warm morning.

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Test Kitchen Tip: Place liquid ingredients into the blender first. This way, the blending process will start and pull the chunks of fruit down into the blades. In the end, the drink will be smoother.

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This delicious berry smoothie is naturally sweet because it contains bananas. We made this in our Smoothie Smart Blender because it has a convenient one-touch smoothie button and powerful ice-crushing blades.
Berry Berry Smoothie
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This delicious berry smoothie is naturally sweet because it contains bananas. We made this in our Smoothie Smart Blender because it has a convenient one-touch smoothie button and powerful ice-crushing blades.
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  1. Place ingredients in blender jar in order listed.
  2. Cover and blend on your “Auto Smoothie” setting or pulse a few times, then blend on high for 30 to 45 seconds.
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Juicing vs Blending: Which one is right for you?

Thursday, January 5, 2017 at 12:16 pm by

Juicers and Blenders are both great ways to add more nutrition to your diet, but there are some key differences.  Let’s have a look at the benefits of each and see to decide which one is right for you.  You may find you would benefit from both in your kitchen.

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Juicers make it simple to get all the fruits and vegetables you need in one thirst-quenching glass of juice. Juice is extracted from the fruits and vegetables leaving no pulp or fiber. The result is pure, concentrated nutrition in a cup that’s easy to drink and digest. Plus, experts say the nutrients in a cup of juice are highly concentrated, which means you don’t have to drink a large volume in order to get the nutritional benefits.

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Blenders create hunger-satisfying smoothies that are thicker and packed with fiber, which will help you feel full longer. Because what you put into the blender comes out, blenders let you add in a variety of ingredients like yogurt, protein powder and ice to provide advanced nutrition and flavor in your smoothie. Blenders not only give you the flexibility to create different beverages like icy drinks, shakes, and smoothies, but also nut butters, dressings and more!

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Which is better?

Now that you know what each appliance can create, you may be wondering which is better – a blender or a juicer? In reality, both are great ways to increase the nutritional content of your diet by introducing more fruits and vegetables. Selecting the one that fits best into your lifestyle is the true key to success. Do you want to ward off hunger by drinking nutrient-rich smoothies packed with fiber and enhanced with nut butters or yogurt? A blender will best suit your needs. Or, do you want a nutrient-dense beverage packed with more fruits and vegetables than you could even think about eating in a day? A juicer is going to give you the results you need. Ultimately, you can’t go wrong with either one – it’s all about the end product and your nutrition goals.



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