Mixed Berries + Banana Smoothie Recipe

I have been wanting to jump into making smoothies for a long time now, and here is my first attempt! I learned a little bit and this tasted really, really good. Slightly Earthy, but in time I am sure these will only get better. I am trying to incorporate as many fresh ingredients into my days as possible. 

INGREDIENTS for about 2 smoothies:

1 Cup Ice - (blend this in the blender before adding fruits and spinach)

1/3 pint blueberries

1/3 C. raspberries

2 bananas - cut into pieces

A small hand full of spinach, chopped or ripped into small pieces

1/4 - 1/2 Cup Pineapple Juice (or any juice you have on hand)

HOW TO:

Crush ice in blender. Add fruits and spinach, and blend for about 30 seconds, or until completely combined. If you want a thinner smoothie, just add more juice. 

This smoothie was very tasty. You get a nice taste of each of the ingredients, without tasting the spinach too much :) I am sure you could use frozen fruit as well. 

I hope you enjoy these, they kept me more full than expected!

Scratch Brewing Co.

Wow! I just found out that my story is in the Top Most Viewed Steller Stories in the last 24 hours! Check out all 20 here - STELLER TOP STORIES  (and NOW, My Peanut Butter Cookies are in the TOP VIEWED STELLER STORIES OF THE WEEK!!!) Whoo Hoo!

Scratch Brewing Co. is currently our favorite place in southern Illinois. They are located in Ava, IL, just a few minutes outside of Carbondale. The owners and staff are always really great and have extensive knowledge about each and every beer they brew. They use locally sourced ingredients, from their property as well as local farms. Some of our favorite Scratch beers include the Basil Beer, Dead Leaves and Carrots, Golden Lavender, Hickory Gruit, Coffee Milk Stout, and so many more! See their weekly beer list on Facebook or their website. And be sure to click the image above to see my Steller Story about the place! Cheers! 

*UPDATE*

Well, I created another Steller Story, and it was ALSO featured in the top 20 most viewed today! See my Coconut Oil Peanut Butter Oat Cookies here, my Scratch Brewing Co. Story here, or my Rice Krispy Treats Recipe here.