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CAROB SMOOTHIE
You can throw just about anything in a fruit smoothie to enhance its flavor such as honey, tofu, jams, any combination of fruits, peanut butter, juices, etc., but keep in mind it will effect the nutritional values.
3-4 dates, pitted and soaked 20 minutes 1 cup nut or grain milk 1 frozen banana, cut in chunks 3-4 tablespoons carob powder Dash vanilla (optional)
Place dates in a small bowl with just enough water to cover. Let them soak 20 minutes, drain. In blender, combine the dates, nut milk, banana, carob powder and vanilla.
Blend until smooth. Drink immediately.
Carob is a healthful substitute for chocolate, does not contain cholesterol, caffeine, theobromine, and oxalic acid, as chocolate does. Its natural sweetness also reduces the need for big doses of additional calorie-laden sweeteners, as are found in most products made from naturally-bitter chocolate.
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