Well, the week has flown by and as you all can see the blog was neglected! I have found I can only focus on a few web-based activities. Unfortunately, One Birth got the attention. Sorry all, not a very good example of taking a break from the hustle of life and enjoying good food!

I did get a lot questions this week on my morning treat in the mason jar…you guessed, the infamous green smoothie. Sometimes I highlight the new things that I try and I forget the staples. I actually look forward to the morning when it gets closer to going to bed because in the morning my smoothie awaits.

Green Smoothie

1 frozen banana
1 C frozen pineapple
1/2 C frozen mango
1 orange
1 C fresh fruit (some days it’s peach, today honeydew melon, blueberries)
2 pitted dates
2 handfuls of spinach (or other greens)
Water for the base

I usually stick the orange and banana together in the blender with a little water. Then I slowly add the rest of the fruit. You may have to adjust the water-fruit ratio. Add the dates once fruit is blended. Then add your spinach handfuls. Smoothie making is an art form, so have fun and be creative. For a video tutorial check out Happy Foody. She is wonderful with tons of great tips!

Today and the rest of my days are going to be full since I am now back in school. But today I realized I am officially a foody when my packed food for the day was put into a baby cooler. Hey, a lady’s got to have her snacks:

Let me know what you all think about the green smoothie recipe. I can’t wait to hear, the taste does not resonate with the look, by the way! Enjoy!

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