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RECIPES***************************************************************************

Apple, Banana and Sweet Potato Smoothie

Yield: 4 cups (960 ml)

Ingredients

1 medium sweet potato, cooked, unpeeled and cooled

1/2 cup (120 ml) milk

1 small banana

1/4 golden delicious apple, halved, seeded

1/8 teaspoon nutmeg

1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

1 tablespoon honey or other sweetener, to taste

1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

1/4 lime, peeled

2 cups (480 ml) ice cubes

1. Place all ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure lid. 2. Select Variable 1. 3. Turn machine on and slowly increase speed to Variable 10, then to High. 4. Blend for 1 minute or until desired consistency is reached.

Variation: For a non-dairy alternative, substitute light or regular soy milk for skim milk.

Health Classification: Diabetic Friendly, Low Fat, Low Sodium, Low Cholesterol, Heart Healthy, Gluten-Free, Vegetarian

Meal Type: Beverages

Nutrition Facts Serving Size 1 cup (240 ml) Amount Per Serving Calories 84   % Daily Value* Total Fat 0g Saturated Fat 0g Cholesterol 1mg Sodium 27mg Total Carbohydrate 19g Dietary Fiber 2g Sugars 11g Protein 2g *Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on you calorie needs: Calories: 2000 2500 Total Fat Less than 65g 80g Sat Fat Less than 20g 25g Cholesterol Less than 300mg 300mg Sodium Less than 2,400mg 2,400mg Total Carbohydrate 300g 375g Dietary Fiber 25g 30g Calories per gram: Fat 9 Carbohydrate 4 Protein 4

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Frosty Basil Lemonade

Yield: 3 cups (720 ml)

An icy refreshing blend of citrus and herbs.
Ingredients

3 cups (720 ml) water

1 1/2 lemons, peeled, halved, seeded

1/4 cup (50 g) sugar or other sweetener

1/2 cup (20 g) fresh basil leaves

1 cup (240 ml) ice cubes

1. Place all ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure lid. 2. Select Variable 1. 3. Turn machine on and slowly increase speed to Variable 10, then to High. 4. Blend for 1 minute or until desired consistency is reached.

Health Classification: Low Fat, Low Sodium, Low Cholesterol, Heart Healthy, Gluten-Free, Vegetarian, Vegan, Raw

Meal Type: 5 Ingredients or less, Beverages

Nutrition Facts Serving Size 1 cup (240 ml) Amount Per Serving Calories 75   Calories from Fat 0 % Daily Value* Total Fat 0g Saturated Fat 0g Polyunsaturated Fat 0g Cholesterol 0mg Sodium 4mg Total Carbohydrate 20g Dietary Fiber 1g Sugars 18g Protein 0g Vitamin A 8% Vitamin C 19% Calcium 3% Iron 0% *Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on you calorie needs: Calories: 2000 2500 Total Fat Less than 65g 80g Sat Fat Less than 20g 25g Cholesterol Less than 300mg 300mg Sodium Less than 2,400mg 2,400mg Total Carbohydrate 300g 375g Dietary Fiber 25g 30g Calories per gram: Fat 9 Carbohydrate 4 Protein 4

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Vitamix Pizza Soup

Yield: 4 1/2 cups (1.1 l)

Vita-Mix Pizza Soup

Ingredients

1 clove garlic, peeled, chopped

1/2 cup chopped onion

4 mushrooms, sliced

1/2 cup chopped green pepper

1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

8 slices pepperoni

1 1/2 oz. Italian sausage - cooked & drained (broken into small pieces)

1 1/2 cups (360 ml) boiling water

3 large Roma tomatoes, quartered

2 1/2 tablespoons (45 ml) tomato paste

1 teaspoon dried oregano

1 teaspoon dried basil

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

3/4 teaspoon salt

2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese

1/2 cup grated mozzarella cheese

1. Sauté garlic, onion, mushrooms, and green pepper and one Roma tomato in the olive oil until tender. 2. Mix pepperoni and cooked sausage together in a small bowl. Set aside. 3. Place half of the sautéed vegetable mixture, 2 tomatoes, tomato paste and seasonings into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure lid. 4. Select Variable 1. 5. Turn machine on and slowly increase speed to Variable 10, then to High. 6. Blend for 1-3 minutes or until heavy steam escapes from the vented lid. 7. Reduce speed to Variable 2 and remove the lid plug. 8. Add remaining half of sautéed vegetables, meat mixture and cheeses through the lid plug opening. 9. Blend for an additional 5-10 seconds.

Health Classification: Low Carb, Low Cholesterol

Meal Type: Soups

Tomatoes May Help Reduce Cancer Risk The Journal of the National Cancer Institute published the results of a study conducted by Harvard University researchers in December 1995 which showed an association between consuming a diet rich in tomato-based foods and a decreased risk of prostate cancer. The researchers analyzed the eating habits of over 47,000 men between the ages of 40-75 for six years. They found that the consumption of tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato juice and pizza was associated with a reduced risk for developing prostate cancer. Researchers suspect that lycopene, an antioxidant nutrient found in tomatoes, may be responsible for this possible protective effect.

What are Lycopenes? Lycopenes are part of the carotenoid family of pigments that create the color in certain fruits and vegetables. And like essential amino acids, they are not manufactured in the body. Research shows that lycopenes are the most powerful antioxidant in the carotenoid family. Antioxidants, which include vitamin C and E, are important in protecting the body from free radicals which degrade many parts of the body.

Nutrition Facts Serving Size 1 cup (240 ml) Amount Per Serving Calories 147   % Daily Value* Total Fat 9g Saturated Fat 4g Cholesterol 34mg Sodium 906mg Total Carbohydrate 6g Dietary Fiber 1g Sugars 3g   Protein 12g   *Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on you calorie needs:   Calories: 2000 2500 Total Fat Less than 65g 80g Sat Fat Less than 20g 25g Cholesterol Less than 300mg 300mg Sodium Less than 2,400mg 2,400mg Total Carbohydrate   300g 375g Dietary Fiber   25g 30g Calories per gram: Fat 9 Carbohydrate 4 Protein 4