Tuesday, November 11, 2008

Power Breakfast When on the Go

Want a quick breakfast that is nutritious and delicious? Here is a great recipe for a fantastic smoothie that is quick and provides the nutrients and energy to start your day:
  • 1 quart of Organic Pastures Dairy raw Qephor (also spelled kefir), or similar quality product (unpastuerized)
  • 1 cup Organic Pastures raw Colostrum (optional)
  • 1/2 cup Organic Pastures raw cream (optional)
  • Whey protein (homemade or purchased at your health food store (good brands are Biochem or Mercola's Pro Optimal Whey)
  • Raw organic, pasture-raised eggs or an organic banana are nutritious but optional ingredients
  • 1/2 cup frozen or fresh organic fruits - strawberries, blueberries, mangoes, blackberries,
  • For a bit of sweetner, add a small amount of Stevia (optional)
  • Other ingredients you might want to add would be coconut oil, cod liver oil, or ground flaxseeds
Instructions:
  1. Add Qephor (kefir), whey (optional), raw Colostrum (optional), raw cream (optional), flaxseed or oils (optional), berries or other fruits into a blender.
  2. Blend ingredients together. You may use ice if desired. You may need to stop your blender and mix your ingredients up a bit in the beginning with a spoon or butter knife.
  3. Pour smoothie into a glass and enjoy!

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