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How to make Ice Cream in a bag
Cherry Vanilla Ice Cream
Looking to cool off from this Texas heat? Try making our Cherry Vanilla Ice Cream for a cool treat!
Ingredients
- 2 cups frozen dark cherries
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups nonfat vanilla greek yogurt
- 1 cup fat free half & half
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Instructions
- Blend frozen cherries, vanilla extract, greek yogurt, and half & half in a large blender.
- Pour in a baking loaf pan.
- Cover and press against surface with wax paper and freeze until solid (1-2 hours).
- Serve and enjoy! Top with a few pitted fresh cherries.
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Raspberry Strawberry Smoothie
Nothing beats a hot summer day like sipping on a tasty and delicious berry smoothie. This exquisite recipe will take your taste buds to the new heights. It’s packed with antioxidants and rich in vitamin C. After one serving, this delicious summer treat is sure to be a household favorite.
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup low-fat raspberry yogurt 6 ounces
- 1/2 cup apple juice
- 1/3 cup fresh or frozen raspberries
- 1/3 cup frozen strawberries
- 5-6 ice cubes
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Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in blender; blend until smooth. Amount of ice will vary depending on desired consistency. Pour into a glass and serve chilled.
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Yogurt Vegetable Dip Wrap
Ingredients
- 1 cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon dried dill
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon dried chives
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 6 whole wheat tortillas
- 1 cup carrots shredded
- 2 cup baby spinach
- 1 red bell pepper seeded and sliced
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Instructions
- Clean your preparation area and wash your hands.
- Wash carrots, spinach, and bell pepper before cutting.
- Mix non-fat plain Greek yogurt with dill, parsley, chives, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper in medium size bowl until well combined.
- Cover and refrigerate 2 hours for best flavor.
- To assemble wrap, divide yogurt dip among 6 whole wheat tortillas and spread to cover one side of the tortilla.
- Divide baby spinach among the tortillas evenly and spread out over the dip.
- Then fill tortillas evenly with remaining shredded carrots and slice bell pepper. Roll tortillas to create a wrap.
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Slow Cooker Sloppy Joes
Ingredients
- 2 cups carrots grated
- 1 medium yellow squash grated
- 1 medium zucchini grated
- 1 medium yellow pepper finely chopped
- 2 medium tomatoes seeded and chopped
- 1/2 cup red onion finely chopped
- 1/2 cup ketchup low sodium
- 3 teaspoons dried basil
- 3 tablespoons molasses
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 pounds ground beef extra lean
- 10 whole-wheat hamburger buns
Servings: 1 sandwich
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Instructions
- Clean your preparation area and wash your hands
- Wash your fresh vegetables and prepare as directed.
- In a 5 quart slow cooker, combine all ingredients except ground beef and buns.
- In a large skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat 8-10 minutes or until browned.
- Drain and transfer the ground beef into the slow cooker. Stir ingredients to combine.
- Cook on low 5-6 hours. Using a slotted spoon, serve beef mixture on buns
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