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This week's recipe was submitted to us by 6 year old Derek in Quesnel, BC Canada. Derek says, "This recipe is very healthy for you.
All natural no sugar added. You can add strawberries instead of blueberries."
Derek's Blueberry Smoothie
Tools Needed:
1/2 cup measuring cup
1 cup measuring cup
1 blender
Ingredients:
1 cup frozen blueberry
1 cup milk
1/2 banana
Instructions:
Put all ingredients in the blender. Turn blender on to liquefy. Blend for about a minute.
Pour into a 2 large cup.
Enjoy!
Prep time: 5 minutes
Serves: 2
Great recipe Derek!
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Derek will be receiving a Crayola Crafty Cooking Kit along with other fun prizes for his recipe and photo submission. Want to receive one too? Click here to find out how!
NOTE:
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June 2005
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