Eclipse Brie en Croûte
A showy centerpiece, representing a sun and corona with a dark shadow, this brie “in crust” uses only a few ingredients, but it does take a little finesse (though not much time) to prepare. The warm, ...
Toast to your health while viewing the solar eclipse. Ingredients known for their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties combine with a creamy blend of banana and coconut in this gorgeous sun/moon inspired smoothie. Taste flavors from citrusy and tropical to sweet and spicy as the moon traverses its path between the Earth and sun. Cheers to the return of the light!
Ingredients
SERVINGS: 4 Serving(s)
Part 1: Sun
- 1 cup frozen pineapple
- 1 cup frozen mango Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 cups orange juice
- ½ teaspoon turmeric powder (or ½ inch fresh root)
- ½ teaspoon ginger powder (or ½ inch fresh root)
Part 2: Moon
- 1 can full-fat coconut milk
- 1 ripe banana
- Sprinkle of sea salt
- Cinnamon
Preparation
Place all ingredients from Part 1 into a high-powered blender, blending until smooth. Divide Part 1 evenly between four glasses. Clean the pitcher thoroughly. Place all ingredients from Part 2 into the high-powered blender, blending until smooth. Pouring gently over the back of a spoon, top each of the four glasses with Part 2, divided evenly. Sprinkle with a dash of cinnamon and enjoy!
Note: To create a frozen cocktail from this eclipse smoothie, add a bit of rum or tequila to Part 1 (Sun), and triple sec to Part 2 (Moon).
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