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]]>So, what is the Everything Smoothie? Well, it’s exactly what it sounds like – a drink made out of all the smoothie-worthy leftover ingredients you have lying around. The concept is simple: Gather any leftover ingredients, whether it’s that slightly overripe banana, a handful of berries, yogurt or milk nearing their expiration date, or even cookies or chocolate that aren’t that fresh anymore. Then, throw them all into a blender and blend until smooth. Of course, a liquid basis (like yogurt, milk, or a similar substitute) is the only non-optional ingredient – so don’t forget to include one.
Why It’s Awesome
What makes the Everything Smoothie truly special is its versatility. There are no strict rules or complicated recipes to follow – just let your creativity guide you as you experiment with different flavor combinations and textures.This way, your body gets to enjoy a variety of nutritious ingredients while you’re being kind to the environment – a definite win-win.
So, next time you encounter leftovers, don’t let them go to waste! Try turning them into a satisfying and flavorful spring beverage instead.
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]]>Ingredients:
- 12 ounces beer
- 1 drop green food coloring
- Potato chips or Yorkshire pudding
Instructions:
- Add one drop of green food coloring to a clear glass.
- Pour the beer, making sure to do so smoothly.
- Stir or shake the glass.
- Serve with potato chips of Yorkshire pudding as a side dish.
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]]>To give margarita the honor it deserves, here are three easy TikTok margarita recipes you can make at home!
Frozen Strawberry Margarita
For this rejuvenating homemade margarita recipe by @itssarahlicious, you’ll need limes, syrup, tequila, and of course, some luscious red strawberries to give it its remarkable look and taste. Freeze, measure, and blend according to Sarah’s instructions, and you’ve got yourself the most stunning drink you’ve seen in a while.
@itssarahlicious Frozen strawberry margarita #margarita #cheers #refreshing #freshfruit #fruit #strawberry #summer #austintexas ♬ I Can Make It – CRi
Lemon Margarita
All margaritas are created quite similarly, so you’ll find there’s no major difference in ingredients. This one by @stephanie_rene023 requires lemons instead of limes, a different type of syrup, some triple sec, and no strawberries. Work your mixing, shaking, and pouring magic, and add some salt to the rim of the glass for a perfect margarita experience.
@stephanie_renee023 Okay but do you like margs or no…? #pinterest365 #margaritarecipe #lemonrecipe ♬ Cute – Prod by Rose & Artsounds Chill
Non-Alcoholic Spicy Margarita
For those who prefer to go non-alcoholic (or just non-tequila), this version by @mstreeet can work perfectly. Much like Sarah’s recipe from before, this one also uses lime as the base, but there’s an addition of spiciness coming from jalapeños. Instead of tequila, Mereana uses sparkling water, and with a salted rim and a piece of lime on top, it looks just like the real deal.
@mstreeet My fav easy + refreshing skinny margarita mocktail recipe #spicymargmocktail #mocktailmarg #mocktail #mocktails #mocktailmonday #mocktailmondays #nonalc #nonalcoholicdrink #nonalcoholicdrinks #nonalchoholic #dryfebruary #sobertok #sobriety #noalc #mocktailrecipe #mocktailrecipes ♬ You're A Sweet Little Headache – Martha Tilton, Benny Goodman & His Orchestra
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]]>It’s Full of Antioxidants
Green tea isn’t processed in the same way that black tea is so it is better for a balanced diet and much higher in certain antioxidants which have known health benefits. These include helping protect the body from various diseases.
It Can Boost Metabolism and Increase alertness
Due to its high caffeine content, there is evidence to suggest that green tea boosts metabolism. One significant outcome of this boost can be improved fat burning. As well as boosting metabolism, caffeine is known to help people be more alert.
Great for Your Skin
Green tea is anti-inflammatory and so may help to keep your skin looking and feeling fresh and calm. There is evidence to suggest the benefits of drinking it for managing acne too.
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]]>Ingredients:
- 2 ounces London gin
- 2 cherries
- 1 ounce syrup
- 3 ounces lemon seltzer water
- 1 ounce fresh lemon juice
- Slice of lemon
Instructions:
- Get a cocktail shaker and fill it with ice
- Add the London gin, syrup, and lemon juice and shake for about 20 seconds or until the outside is frosty
- Pour the mixture into a glass and fill with ice. Top off with the seltzer water, cherries, and a slice of lemon.
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]]>Get Dark Chocolate
Don’t look for instant hot cocoa packets. Instead, look for your very favorite brand of dark chocolate in the supermarket. Get a bunch of bars. Bring the bars back home and put them on the side for later.
Boil Milk
Now it’s time to boil up some milk. Add whole milk (or another milk variety if you prefer) to a pot and bring it to a boil. Once the milk is boiling, start breaking up the dark chocolate you bought into many little pieces, and proceed to add each piece of dark chocolate into the milk.
Stir It Up
Proceed to stir the dark chocolate pieces with the boiling milk, until the chocolate starts to melt and form a creamy texture. The milk should eventually turn brown, and soon you’ll have a clear mixture of hot chocolate. Now the recipe is essentially done, so pour your delicious hot drink into a mug and enjoy!
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]]>Gond Ki Raab is a tasty and healthy winter beverage from the Indian state of Gujarat. It’s made using edible gum crystals and is a traditional dish enjoyed during the Paryushan Festival by the Jain community as a part of breaking their fast. Among its benefits are improving stamina, reducing back and joint pain, and enhancing vitamin D levels.
Now, let the winter drink mixing begin!
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Gond
- 4 tablespoons Ghee
- 3 tablespoons Ginger Powder
- 1 tablespoon Ganthoda Powder
- Some cardamom powder (optional)
- 5 tablespoons chopped almonds
- 6 tablespoons dry grated coconut
- 2 cups boiled water
- 2 tablespoons jaggery
Instructions
While the rich multitude of exotic-sounding ingredients might make this unique, sweet drink look like a lot of work, it’s honestly not! All you need to do is look at the full Instagram post by @meghnasfoodmagic for clear, step-by-step instructions. Well, you also need to actually follow them, but it’s entirely doable, and the process is quite quick. Plus, your body will thank you.
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]]>Elderflower Collins
A fruity twist on the classic Tom Collins, this drink combines gin with elderflower liqueur, lemon juice, and fizzy water. Pop some ice in a glass, add 100ml of gin, and 50ml of liqueur, top up with soda water, and stir well. This fresh-tasting cocktail is light and easy-going, so is the perfect way to start your night.
Aperol Spritz
This is great if you want to include prosecco as part of your night’s festivities but want to spice it up a little. It’s also super simple to make – in a glass with ice just add 100ml of Aperol, and 100ml of prosecco, and top up the glass with soda water.
Cosmopolitan
This fun, colorful cocktail is perfect for a party occasion with just the right combination of sweet and sour. To a cooled glass, add 50ml of vodka, 25ml of Cointreau, 50ml of cranberry juice, and 25ml of fresh lime juice. For extra fun festive points, use a classic cocktail glass to feel super sophisticated.
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]]>Decadent Gingerbread Eggnog Mocktail
Eggnog tends to be one of those things that people either love or hate, but you can be sure that even the biggest nog skeptics will be coming back for seconds of this drink by Orchids + Sweet Tea. You can use any brand of plant-based or regular eggnog you prefer—the secret is in the homemade Kahlua substitute. Top with plenty of whipped cream and crushed gingersnap cookies to really give it a decadent, party-worthy feel.
Easy Virgin Christmas Mules
If you prefer something a little less sweet, this recipe by The Mindful Mocktail is sure to hit the spot. Pomegranate juice and ginger beer serve as a fruity and flavorful base, while a splash of lime juice keeps things light. Add some pomegranate seeds and a slice of lime for a pop of festive color.
Candy Cane Christmas Mocktail
No holiday party would be complete without a few candy canes. Whether you’re just starting to get into the Christmas vibe or want to finish up the last of your candy before the new year begins, you can’t go wrong with this sweet and snowy recipe by This Vivavious Life. Made with just a few simple ingredients and some crushed canes for garnish, it’s the perfect way to pay homage to the spirit of the season.
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]]>Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups coconut milk
- 1 ½ cups almond milk
- 1 ½ teaspoon ground turmeric
- ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 pinch ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup/honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
Instructions:
- Add the coconut milk, almond milk, turmeric, ginger, cinnamon, black pepper, vanilla, and honey or maple syrup to a small saucepan.
- Whisk to combine and warm over medium heat. Heat until hot to the touch but not boiling (about 4 minutes), whisking frequently.
- Turn off the heat and taste to adjust the flavor to your taste. For extra intensity, add more turmeric or ginger.
- Serve immediately, with some cinnamon on top if you’d like. Leftovers can be stored, covered, in the refrigerator for 2-3 days.
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