Simple Smoothies 
          I love smoothies.  They are like healthy milkshakes.  They can curb my sweet tooth, and still provide a tons of awesome nutrition.    
          But did you know the  $6 ones you get from places like Smoothie King could have as much or more sugar as a Frosty at Wendy’s.  
          For me (and my wallet), I choose to make them at home.  That way I can control the ingredients, tweak to my preference, and I 
          get to enjoy any leftovers. 
          What I have created for you is a simple basic recipe for a smoothie at home that you can customize to your tastes. Then I have 
          created a Smoothie Matrix with some of my suggestions for using that recipe to create something delicious.  Try one of the ones 
          provided or be creative and develop one that is unique.  And if you create something earth-shattering….PLEASE share.  :) 
                                                                   1.  Pick a milk – 1 cup (Almond, Cashew, Macadamia, 
                                                                       Coconut, Cow (for those who do not have a problem 
                                                                       with dairy) 
                                                                   2.  Pick a protein powder, and a flavor.  Vanilla is your 
                                                                       most  versatile. (Whey, Casein, Rice, Hemp, Pea)  
                                                                   3.  Add Extras: (Sugar Free Pudding Mix, nuts or seeds,  
                                                                       nut butter, veggies, fruit, Sugar Free flavorings 
                                                                       (flavored stevia drops are my favorite) 
                                                                   4.  Blend with ice and enjoy. 
                                                                    
                    Milk                              Protein                             Extras 
                    Almond and Coconut Milk           Chocolate Protein                   Coconut, almond butter, cacao 
                    Cashew Milk                       Strawberry Protein                  Strawberries, blueberries, raspber-
                    Almond Milk                       Vanilla Protein                     Frozen pineapple and mango, kale 
                    Cashew Milk                       Chocolate Protein                   SF Banana Pudding mix, peanut 
                    Cashew milk                       Vanilla Protein                     SF Cheesecake pudding mix, frozen 
                    Coconut milk                      Vanilla Protein                     lime juice, 1/2 banana 
                    Almond milk                       Chocolate Protein                   cacao, avocado, banana 
                    Cashew milk                       Vanilla Protein                     Sunbutter, raspberries 
                    Almond milk                       Chocolate Protein                   Frozen sweet cherries