OK, so I know I said I wasn't going to keep doing smoothie recipes, but, in my defence, we have a new Vitamix at home and we are making the most of it! This is a new creation, and we've had it the last two days in a row...and it will probably make the menu again today! I present: the Strawberry-Ripe Smoothie!
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3-4 ice cubes
1-1.5 cups frozen strawberries (we buy fresh strawberries in bulk when they are on sale and store them in the freezer)
1/4 cup dried cranberries (this is approximate only - I haven't measured the amount, I just tip them in)
1/3 cup dates (ditto RE quantity)
1/3 cup coconut (dried or fresh, ditto RE quantity)
1 tbsp raw cacao powder (not cocoa, CACAO)
2 cups raw milk (or non-dairy alternative)
Throw all the ingredients in your blender. Mix it - mix it real good (Salt 'n Pepa reference anyone?). Serve and drink immediately.
For whatever reason, I find the above combination tastes a lot like a cherry ripe, with a hint of strawberry flavour. Let me know what you think!