Looking for a great mango smoothie? Try a Southwestern Mango Smoothie. The mango goes west for this variation of the popular fruit smoothie drink. Mangoes are becoming more common in the U.S. and other western countries and this is the perfect smoothie for all you mango lovers.

This Southwestern Mango Smoothie uses lush tropical fruits. Instead of the mango, you can use either papaya or guava. Add a banana and yum. This is a simple way to get your mango on!

Southwestern Mango Smoothie 1/2 cup banana, sliced 2 cups milk 1/2 cup mango, papaya, or guava 1 tablespoon honey

Directions

Use only one kind of tropical fruit (mango, papaya or guava) above.

Place all ingredients in food processor. Cover Best Recipes: Southwestern Mango Smoothie Recipe

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Ice Cream In A Baggie

by Merle Obrien

Yes, it sounds dangerous and the potential for messes seems highly likely, but you'll be surprised at the good, "clean" fun you'll enjoy when you make ice cream.This recipe is enough for one person to make a dish! 1/2 cup milk 1/2 teaspoon vanilla 1 tablespoon sugar 4 cups crushed ice 4 tablespoons salt 2 quart size Zip-loc bags 1 gallon size Zip-loc freezer bag a hand towel or gloves to keep fingers from freezing as well!

Mix the milk, vanilla and sugar together in one of the quart size bags. Seal tightly, allowing as little air to remain in the bag as possible. Too much air left inside may force the bag open during shaking. Place this bag inside the other quart size bag, again leaving as ittle Ice Cream In A Baggie Recipe

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Best Recipes: Eggnog Milkshake

by Donna Monday

It’s that time of year again when we all get together and share good conversation, merriment, and great food. Here’s a quick and easy recipe for an eggnog milkshake.

This recipe is delicious and an alternative to traditional eggnog. To cut down on the calories you can use skim milk or low fat milk and low fat ice cream.

Make it more festive by using decorative glasses or mugs and adding a candy cane or cinnamon stick for an extra special treat. Eggnog milkshake only takes a few minutes to make but everyone will think you made a special effort.

Just think how nice it will be to sit down in your cozy living room while the Christmas music is playing and the Christmas tree lights are twinkling and savor the cool, creamy flavor of an eggnog Best Recipes: Eggnog Milkshake Recipe

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