Fruit Smoothie

Need a good after workout snack? This is it. I love smoothies. I especially love them right after a good workout. They are healthy, taste fabulous, and are SO easy to make. Here is how I make them

Ingredients:
1 c Yogurt (I use vanilla but you can use any complementary fruit if you like)
2 c fresh or frozen fruit
milk

Directions:
Place yogurt and fruit in blender. If using frozen fruit, add about 1/2 c milk. Blend. Add more milk as needed to reach desired consistency.

Hot Cocoa Mix and Peppermint Marshmallows

This is such a great little treat you can make this time of year to hand out for gifts. Perfect if you are short on cash or even if you want to make your gifts a little more personal this year. It is very easy to put together and wonderful for those cold winter nights.

Hot Cocoa Mix
Ingredients:
6 1/2 c. powdered milk
1 (5 oz.) package of non-instant chocolate pudding mix
1 c. powdered chocolate drink mix
1/2 c. powdered non-dairy creamer
1/2c. powdered sugar
1/2 c. unsweetened cocoa powder

Directions:
In a large bowl, stir all ingredients together until well mixed.

To make cocoa, stir 1/3 c. mix into 1 c. boiling water. Top with peppermint marshmallows.

Stored in airtight containers, mix will last about 3 months.

Source: allrecipes.com

Peppermint Marshmallows

Ingredients:

1 bag marshmallows

1 c. powdered sugar

3-4 tsp. water

About 5 candy canes

Directions:

Crush candy canes in food processor until few large chunks remain.

Stir water in powdered sugar 1 tsp. at a time tuntil a smooth glaze forms.

Dip tops of marshmallows into glaze and roll in candy cane. Lay, candy side up on was paper until dry.

Source: Better Homes and Gardens, December 2008