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Nutribullet Smoothie Recipe: Ginger Fig

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smoothieGinger Fig NutriBullet Smoothie Recipe:  We have been eating healthier, I have been experiment with new health and not traditional smoothies.  This is my latest nutribullet creation. Blueberries, pineapple, banana, fig and ginger.   The benefits of blueberries is antioxidants which fights aging.   Bananas help overcome depression due high levels of tryptophan, which is converted into serotonin AKA( the happy-mood brain neurotransmitter.)  Ginger is a great to add to your diet it helps with stomach and digestion but some people find ginger helps them with the symptoms of upper respiratory tract infection, bronchitis, cough, menstrual cramps, arthritis and muscle pain.  Figs are a good source of potassium, a mineral that helps to control blood pressure.

Consider this smoothie to be your all around good for you drink.ginger fig smoothie

Nutribullet Smoothie Recipe: Ginger Fig

  • 1 banana
  • 1/4 frozen blueberries
  • 1/2 frozen pineapples chunks
  • 1 dried fig
  • 1 table spoon of grated ginger
  • 1 table spoon of honey
  • 8-12 oz of almond milk or skim milk

Combined all and Blend in Nutribullet.

Printable version Nutribullet Smoothie Recipe Ginger Figginger fig smoothie

TIP: I found the figs at at local produce stand when store properly the will be great for months.  I store on a zip lock in my cupboard.  The ginger can keep for month if left whole root in freezer.

A year with my Nutribullet Review:

I have owned my Nutribullet for a year,  it is used daily in our home by both my husband, myself or my kids.   I really love how it makes all the ingredients smooth no chunks of frozen fruit once blended a year after I received the NutriBullet it still blending smoothly.

TIP: You must only fit to the fill line.  Do not go over the fill line because it need space for air to go during the blending process.

I also use mine to make sauces and bases. My son who does not like the texture of onions but like the flavor I will blend the onions in my nutribullet,  so I have a smooth non “onion slimy” consistence.  Also when I use the more smell items (Onion, garlic) the Nutribullet does not hold the flavor of past blends,  so you can never taste the onions in your smoothies.. which is a good thing. After a year I am still satisfied with my Nutribullet.

I make, smoothies, sauce, purees, humus,dips, gravy.

Space It takes little space on my counter.. I keep the large cup and blade out all the time.  I keep the other attachments in a bin on top of my fridge for easy access.

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Easy Tomato soup

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tomato soupSo I had a few pound of tomatoes in my kitchen that are close to there prime. I decided to make Homemade Tomato Soup.  I was excited to make tomatoes with some grill cheese,  it was a quick dinner before my daughter first time at volleyball practice.   I want to make healthy, tasty, and something the kids will eat.

Guess what my entire family loved it.

So how can you make it:

Homemade Creamy Tomato Soup

makes 4-5 servings 12oz  large bowls

Prep/cook time 30 minutes

  • 4-5 Tomatoes
  • 3 tablespoons of Olive Oil
  • 1 large white Onion diced
  • 3 carrots peeled and diced
  • 3 garlic cloves sliced thin
  • 1 can 14oz of vegetable broth or chicken broth
  • 3-4 basil leaves (34-
  • 1 tablespoon of sugar
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste
  • dash cumin
  •  1/2 cup half and half  or milk

Cooking Method

  1. In a 5 quart pan add olive oil, onions, garlic and carrots -dash of salt  cook till onions translucent remove from heat and allow to cool slightly
  2. In another pan boil water- when boiling a put tomatoes in bring back to a boil,  then blanch the cold water
  3. Place the onion mixture with 1/4 of can of broth in a NutriBullet and blend Place back in pot. (do in small batches if necessary)
  4. Then peel the skin off the tomatoes and dice tomatoes
  5. Transfer the tomatoes and 3 fresh basil leaves to the Nutribullet and blend (do in small batches if necessary)
  6. Place the tomatoes with the onion/carrot mixture and remain broth
  7. Reheat to  just below boiling ad milk to thin soup, and dash of cumin and pepper
  8. Garnish with basil and croutons.  Enjoy and eat

Since tomatoes are in season  it is a great time to prep this soup freeze it for winter. You might want leave off the cream and ad it later.    Fresh tomato soup for a chill winter night.

Printable version of Homemade Creamy Tomato Soup

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Cooking, Fitness Fridays, Product Reviews

NutriBullet Review and Ice Pop Recipe

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strawberry ice popsI was so excited when I received the NutriBullet to review.The idea of a smoothies as a meal has always been a good idea but a lot of work with a traditional blender.  I have been using the Nutri Bullet NBR-12 12-Piece Hi-Speed Blender/Mixer System
for a few weeks.  I really love how smoothly the Nutribullet blends the ingredients, with less clean up. The Nutribullet has so many uses in my kitchen, from a apple,kale, and avocado smoothies or blending oats fine to be part of a meat loaf. I keep finding new ways every day to use it.  The Nutribullet keeps all the nutritional value of the food so I can add or blend it in my families food. nutribullet

NutriBullet comes with 2 different blades one that keep the food in pieces and one that purees.  I find that I am finding uses for both on a daily basis. They nutribullet system comes with 3 different cups,  so I can make many different shakes for my family in the morning to everyone in the house. Also since all the parts are easy clean and dishwasher safe it is a breeze to use.  I am leaving the Nutribullet out on the counter since take up little space and get used so often.

Since I started using the Nutribullet I noticed that I have had an easier time maintaining my weight.   Actually I have been noticing a lower weight than normal.   So I am excited to see the long term results (I will keep you posted)

I have been replacing one meal a day with the Nutribullet smoothies and really feel better.  I have been following the smoothie recipe book that was included with the NutriBullet System.  I also like  creating my own treats for the family.  Like these all natural fruit pops.

nutribullet making a ice popNutriBullet Strawberry Banana Ice Pops

  • 2 bananas
  • 5 strawberries
  • 1 cup of milk
  1. Blend using double Nutribullet blade
  2. pour in to molds
  3. freeze for 4 hours , enjoy

kids eating an ice pop

Overall Opinion:  The NutriBullet is a great blender/smoothie maker.  The600rpm  power of this product is amazing it is fast and efficient.  The cost is over $100,  I think the unit is worth the price because of how finely and smooth it makes the food it process.  Which make tougher greens palatable and enjoyable therefore being healthy.  I am really impress with the Nutribullet. I did have a friends Dad tell me all about the NutriBullet prior to me reviewing it.  He said it changed his life,  making him healther so I had high expectation going into the review.  I have to say the Nutribullet did not disappoint. I would recommend the Nutribullet.

Disclosure: I received the Nutribullet  to review,  this review is of my own opinion,  This post does contain affiliate links.

Cooking, Fitness Fridays

Beverage with a holiday kick!

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fruit in a glassSo I was at a my best friends wedding. I noticed that her dad looked fantastic,  I asked Frank what he was doing.  He sat me down and told me all about his NutriBullet.  He was making a cold gazpacho soup. He drank it every day.  Frank is a diabetic like me,  so I was wondering how his sugars are,  he said they are great.  Frank  is hoping to be off of his meds soon.  I was impressed,  he swore by the NutriBullet.   So because of Frank I have become interested in the smoothy crazy and what it can do for me.

So I recently received some information from Nutribullet,  about some holiday Ideas.  So I would like to share them with you:

Sniffle Snatcher

A tasty combination of vitamin C-rich ingredients, cayenne to reduce congestion, and rosemary to reduce inflammation and soothe a sore throat.

Ingredients:

1 cup kale

1 carrot

1 pear (cored and seeds removed)

1/2 cup cubed pineapple

Dash of cayenne pepper

Dash of fresh rosemary

Preparation: Add water to the max line of the large cup, and blast.

 

Sweet Apple Pumpkin Pie

An antioxidant-rich, protein-packed healthy dessert option so you can enjoy the flavors of the season guilt-free.

Ingredients:

1/4 cup organic silken tofu or organic Greek-style yogurt

1/2 cup canned pumpkin or cooked fresh pumpkin

1/2 apple (cut, cored, and seeds removed)

1 tablespoon raw almond butter

Pinch of cinnamon

Pinch of ground cloves

1-2 teaspoons pure maple syrup

1 cup almond milk

Preparation: Add ingredients to large cup and blast.

 

Flu Fighter

Vitamin C, antioxidants, and anti-bacterial ginger help keep the immune system at its peak during the winter months.

Ingredients:

1/2 cup spinach

1/2 cup Swiss chard

1/4 cup parsley

1 kiwi (peeled)

1/2 lime (peeled)

1 banana (peeled)

1/2 bell pepper (seeds and stem removed)

1 inch fresh ginger root (peeled)

 

Preparation: Add water to the max line of the large cup and blast.

 

Cranbanana Blast

Filled with heart-healthy nutrients and anti-viral properties, cranberries blend well with bananas and dates for a tart-sweet treat.

Ingredients:

1 cup spinach

1 ripe banana (peeled)

1/2 cup fresh or frozen cranberries

2 dates

Preparation: Add water or almond milk to the max line of the large cup and blast.

 

Sweet Potato Pick-Me-Up

Complex carbs from the sweet potato will provide sustained energy, and cinnamon keeps blood sugar balanced.

Ingredients:

1/2 cooked sweet potato (skin on)

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Pinch cinnamon

Pinch nutmeg

1 cup ice cubes

Preparation: Add almond or coconut milk to the max line of the large cup and blast.


I do not own a NutriBullet yet,  but I hope there is one in my future with the holidays.. hint hint..

Do you juice, smoothy,  what is your favorite combo?