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How to make a Simple Smoothie

Organic strawberriesMy son got himself a GoPro.  I had never heard of a GoPro but I  now know that it is this cool little video camera that has all kinds of features.

He said that I could use it to make a video in the kitchen.  Awesome.

I have only done one other video before, that is about what I typically eat in a day.  Check it out here.  It was made not long after my head injury.

I decided to make a short video for you; showing you how I make a smoothie in the morning. Very, very simple.

I was rather nervous and so I am not my usual smiley self!  With practice, I will get better. Watch it here.

The measurements for the ingredients are all listed below.

I forgot to mention that adding your favourite flavours is a great idea.

Here are some suggestions:

  • vanilla
  • maple syrup (just a little)
  • cinnamon
  • raw cacao powder
  • freshly squeezed orange juice
  • almond butter
  • use hemp or flax seeds instead of chia
  • coconut oil

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Breakfast Green Smoothie
Author: Barbara Dolan
Recipe type: Breakfast
Prep time:  5 mins
Cook time:  3 mins
Total time:  8 mins
Serves: 3 cups
 
This is a very simple smoothie that can easily be modified to suit your tastes. Choose organic ingredients whenever possible.
Ingredients
  • 2 Tablespoons chia seeds
  • liquid to cover chia seeds
  • 1 heaping cup fresh strawberries
  • 1 banana
  • 10 oz spinach or green of choice
  • ½ avocado (optional)
  • liquid to cover (water, coconut water, almond milk, cashew milk, etc)
  • protein powder (optional)
Instructions
  1. Before you hop in the shower, put your chia seeds in your blender and cover with water to soak.
  2. Once you are ready, put all ingredients in the blender.
  3. Blend for several minutes.
  4. Taste and adjust seasonings (may need to add vanilla or another banana or a shot of maple syrup)
  5. Pour and enjoy until you feel full.
  6. Save the rest for later in the morning.
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Barbara’s Breakfast Delight

What a delicious way to start the day! 

Serves 1

Ingredients:
Do your best to have all organic ingredients.
1 large apple, grated
1 large pear, diced ( or another apple, grated)
1/2 lemon, freshly squeezed
1 handful raisins
1 heaping teaspoon cinnamon (or more)
1 inch piece of ginger, peeled and finely grated

Procedure:

  • Wash and prepare the fruits as suggested
  • Mix all ingredients together
  • Enjoy with someone or eat it all by yourself!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Adventurous Variations:

-if you find ginger too strong, grate it and then squeeze the juice out
-add a handful of shredded coconut
-add a handful of juicy pineapple
-use cranberries instead of raisins
-add a tablespoon chia seeds or hemp seeds
-add a small handful of chopped nuts

 

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Barbara's Breakfast Delight
Author: Barbara Dolan
Recipe type: Breakfast
Cuisine: Vegan
Prep time:  5 mins
Total time:  5 mins
Serves: Serves 1
 
Do your best to have all organic ingredients.
Ingredients
  • 1 large apple, grated
  • 1 large pear, diced ( or another apple, grated)
  • ½ lemon, freshly squeezed
  • 1 handful raisins
  • 1 heaping teaspoon cinnamon (or more)
  • 1 inch piece of ginger, peeled and finely grated
Instructions
  1. Wash and prepare the fruits as suggested
  2. Mix all ingredients together
  3. Enjoy with someone or eat it all by yourself!
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