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~Kale Smoothie~

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Eating healthy isn’t a new thing. It has always been here. I remember when sprouts tasted like hay and eating raw eggs was the new in-thing to do. But who wants that anymore. That is the beauty of knowing how to mix foods and seasonings to taste. Its all a learning experience because we all grow and grow up. Otherwise we might as well be in the field with the cows chewing the stuff.

~Mrs. Shecky Said So~

I am not a fan of Kale, by itself anyway. I started using it in drinks about 10 years ago. It has many benefits for Mrs. Shecky and luckily, aside from my sweet tooth, I do take care of my health and having a bit of Kale can keep me in check. However, in saying that it is not for all. Kale is a heavy green which can work backwards for many who take certain medications as it contains a lot of Vitamin K, so I would check before indulging. Not all greens are healthy for us because they can interact. But, I am a lucky one and this one drink sustained me while riding my motorcycle from California to South Dakota a few years ago. Not so bad for a baby boomer old bag.

An easy and healthy smoothie to make:

~Kale Smoothie~
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~Kale Smoothie~

Recipe by Mrs. SheckyCourse: Beverages, Drinks, FOTD, In The Kitchen, Mrs. Shecky’s Kitchen, Smoothies
Servings

1

servings
Prep time

15

minutes
Cooking time

10

minutes

Ingredients

  • ½ c Kale -Pureed Pre-blend Steamed Kale

  • 1 c Strawberries – Pureed Pre-blend 2-16 oz packs of strawberries, hulled

  • 1 Whole Banana

  • 1 tbsp Honey Optional

  • 1 c Almond Milk Or any milk of your choice

Directions

  • Prep:
  • Take one bunch of washed Kale and discard the heavy stems keeping the leaves. It’s okay to keep the smaller stems.
  • Steam or cook for 7 – 10 minutes in a pot with water then run the Kale under cold water.
  • Put the Kale in a blender and puree until smooth.
  • Store in an air tight container until use.
  • Wash, and de-hull the strawberries and puree until smooth in a blender.
  • Store the puree in an airtight container until use.
  • Blend:
  • Blend all the ingredients measured out above and add the milk for your desired thickness. Sweetener is optional.
  • Drink It.
  • That’s what it says. Drink it. Be happy.

Notes

  • Keep in mind these measurements are for 1-2 drinks depending on how much you like.  However, the Kale and Strawberry blend is enough for 3 or 4.   You can always cut the preparation portions down if you won’t use them, but having it handy in the refrigerator for the next one is always a nice and quick way to have a healthy snack on the spot. 
  • *Kale:  Some people like Kale raw and the stems.  This recipe does not call for that so check that out before making this with raw Kale. 
  • This recipe does not call for ice, however, if you wish to add ice it is all up to you.
  • Prepare this with just about any fruit and sweetener, let your taste buds be the guide.
Ingredients for smoothies can alternate to many things
Ingredients: Pureed Kale, pureed Strawberries, Banana, Honey & Milk

Babble:
Kale: I cook or steam the Kale. After taking the heavy stems off, boil it for about 7-10 minutes and run cold water over it. If you prefer, steam it. Some people eat it raw, but for myself steaming is the way to go. I then blend it to almost a puree and put it in a container to have on hand.

Blended Kale and Blended Strawberries gives enough for a few drinks to be on hand.

Fruits: I also blend my fruits. This time I blended 2- 16oz packs of organic Strawberries so I would have more to use later on.
Banana. This is always a thickener and a sweet for me with its potassium benefits, so I normally always throw one in the blender.

No I do not use ice I think it waters it down and I like the thickness but you can!

The Wolf Blender is a go to daily.
On my Wolf blender this setting is great!

Blend.

Done.

Drink it…Tastes good and is good for you.

Eat well and stay healthy,

Mrs. Shecky

8 Comments

  2. Kale doesn’t have to much flavour however is so healthy, so it’s better for those who don’t like much veggies to drink it like a smoothie 👌 good job

    1. Agree. Personally, for me, I just don’t like spinach or kale, but I do love veggies. Years ago I was shown how to make it this way to get some good vitamins in while I hiked so it has worked for me ever since. I don’t like fish either and I really wish I did.

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