U is for Unicorn

I'm sure you're wondering what do unicorns have to do with National Dairy Month. Ummm...nothing, except it's the name of this smoothie recipe we make for breakfast or snacks. It's a fruity, yummy way to start your day with dairy!

Rainbow Unicorn Smoothies

makes 4 servings

Ingredients:

1/2 cup vanilla yogurt

1 1/2 cups milk

2 cups frozen strawberries

1 cup frozen blueberries

1 cup frozen mango chunks

Optional toppings:

6 tablespoons whipped cream

4 teaspoons sprinkles

Directions:

Combine all ingredients in blender or food processor. Add additional milk, if needed.

Divide into 4 glasses. Add toppings.

Thanks to Dairy Good for the recipe. 

Busy People Promote Fuel Up to Play 60

My grandpa Dankers often said, "If you want something done, ask a busy person." I thought that was, and is, such a profound thought. Way to go grandpa! Since then, I discovered (thanks Google) it wasn't grandpa that came up with these words of wisdom. It may not have been a grandpa Dankers "original" but it is still profound, so thanks, Mr. Benjamin Franklin.

I recently spent time with some of the busiest, and fun people I know- 
Fuel Up To Play 60 program advisers. 

Fuel Up To Play 60 is a program funded by the National Dairy Council and the National Football League in collaboration with USDA, that empowers students to take charge in making small, everyday changes at school. 

A recent training was held to equip these volunteers (yes, I said volunteers) in ways to implement the program to encourage students to change the way they look at food and nutrition, and change their attitudes about physical education. 

 We at Bremer Farms are proud to be a part of this program that promotes healthy foods and healthy activity. Dairy foods are a perfect fit in the Fuel Up To Play 60 program. 

I was given the opportunity to represent Minnesota's nearly 3,400 dairy farmers at this training event, complete with a milk toast honoring dairy farmers contributions to healthy eating and Fuel Up To Play 60.

Now that training is complete, each program adviser will head back to their school to fire-up their students about FUTP60.

I was invited by Harriet Bishop Elementary to attend their Fuel Up To Play60 kick-off event! A healthy breakfast complete with strawberry-banana smoothies, time to visit with the students about my life as a dairy farmer, a question and answer time, and they even made a video of my visit! Take a peek...

 
I am grateful for the program volunteers who dedicate their time and talents to a program that encourages healthy eating and exercise. Thanks also to the National Football League, our Minnesota Vikings, and my fellow dairy farmers for recognizing the value in Fuel Up To Play 60.

Click here to learn more about my involvement in...

 

S Is For Smoothie

I'm taking you on a journey from A to Z through the land of dairy! 

There's no need to pack your bags, just come along!

  S Is For Smoothie

March, 2001- I was in Hawaii, accompanying 250 high school kids, including daughter Sara, on a choir performance trip. The trip was filled with concerts, beautiful sites, gorgeous sandy beaches, and SMOOTHIES! Yes, I tasted my first smoothie on the beaches of Hawaii. Purchased from a cute little stand, it was the most refreshing drink I could imagine. Now, 12 years later, I still think they are wonderfully refreshing. Try one of these and see if you agree...  

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Apple Yogurt Smoothie

Makes 2Servings
Prep Time: 5min
Cook Time: 5min

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Ingredients

• 2 cups low-fat vanilla yogurt
• 1 granny smith apple, cored, peeled and diced
• 1/2 cup orange juice
• 1/2 cup ice
• 2 tablespoons honey

Mix all ingredients in a blender or food processor until smooth and pour into tall glasses. Garnish with sliced almonds, julienne mint and 1/2 teaspoon of honey, if desired.
Recipe created by Chef Rick Tramonto of Tru restaurant, Chicago, on behalf of
3-Every-Day™ of Dairy.

- See more at: http://www.nationaldairycouncil.org/Recipes/Pages/Apple-Yogurt-Smoothie.aspx#sthash.L6S0EIeI.dpuf

• Servings: 2
• Prep time: 5 mins
• Total time: 5 mins
• Created by: Midwest Dairy Association

Ingredients

• 1 cup fat-free milk
• 5 to 7 large unsweetened frozen strawberries
• 1 medium banana, cut into chunks
• 1 tablespoon honey
• ¾ cup orange juice
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Preparation

1. Combine all ingredients in blender; blend until smooth and creamy. Pour in glasses.
2. Substitution Idea
3. For frozen fruit pops, pour leftover smoothie into small plastic cups. Cover cups with plastic wrap; insert stick and freeze.

- See more at: http://www.dairymakessense.com/recipe/fruity-splash-smoothie/#sthash.7KVBSiB9.dpuf

• Servings: 2
• Prep time: 5 mins
• Total time: 5 mins
• Created by: Midwest Dairy Association

Ingredients

• 1 cup fat-free milk
• 5 to 7 large unsweetened frozen strawberries
• 1 medium banana, cut into chunks
• 1 tablespoon honey
• ¾ cup orange juice
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Preparation

1. Combine all ingredients in blender; blend until smooth and creamy. Pour in glasses.
2. Substitution Idea
3. For frozen fruit pops, pour leftover smoothie into small plastic cups. Cover cups with plastic wrap; insert stick and freeze.

- See more at: http://www.dairymakessense.com/recipe/fruity-splash-smoothie/#sthash.7KVBSiB9.dpuf

ngredients

• 1 cup fat-free milk
• 5 to 7 large unsweetened frozen strawberries
• 1 medium banana, cut into chunks
• 1 tablespoon honey
• ¾ cup orange juice
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Preparation

1. Combine all ingredients in blender; blend until smooth and creamy. Pour in glasses.

- See more at: http://www.dairymakessense.com/recipe/fruity-splash-smoothie/#sthash.7KVBSiB9.dpuf

• Servings: 2
• Prep time: 5 mins
• Total time: 5 mins
• Created by: Midwest Dairy Association

Ingredients

• 1 cup fat-free milk
• 5 to 7 large unsweetened frozen strawberries
• 1 medium banana, cut into chunks
• 1 tablespoon honey
• ¾ cup orange juice
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Preparation

1. Combine all ingredients in blender; blend until smooth and creamy. Pour in glasses.
2. Substitution Idea
3. For frozen fruit pops, pour leftover smoothie into small plastic cups. Cover cups with plastic wrap; insert stick and freeze.

- See more at: http://www.dairymakessense.com/recipe/fruity-splash-smoothie/#sthash.7KVBSiB9.dp

Apple Yogurt Smoothie


Strawberry Yogurt Smoothie

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Apple Yogurt Smoothie

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Apple Yogurt Smoothie

Ingredients

• 1 cup fat-free milk
• 5 to 7 large unsweetened frozen strawberries
• 1 medium banana, cut into chunks
• 1 tablespoon honey
• ¾ cup orange juice
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Preparation

1. Combine all ingredients in blender; blend until smooth and creamy. Pour in glasses.

- See more at: http://www.dairymakessense.com/recipe/fruity-splash-smoothie/#sthash.7KVBSiB9.dpuf

• Servings: 2
• Prep time: 5 mins
• Total time: 5 mins
• Created by: Midwest Dairy Association

Ingredients

• 1 cup fat-free milk
• 5 to 7 large unsweetened frozen strawberries
• 1 medium banana, cut into chunks
• 1 tablespoon honey
• ¾ cup orange juice
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Preparation

1. Combine all ingredients in blender; blend until smooth and creamy. Pour in glasses.
2. Substitution Idea
3. For frozen fruit pops, pour leftover smoothie into small plastic cups. Cover cups with plastic wrap; insert stick and freeze.

- See more at: http://www.dairymakessense.com/recipe/fruity-splash-smoothie/#sthash.7KVBSiB9.dpuf

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Apple Yogurt Smoothie

Makes 2Servings
Prep Time: 5min
Cook Time: 5min

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Ingredients

• 2 cups low-fat vanilla yogurt
• 1 granny smith apple, cored, peeled and diced
• 1/2 cup orange juice
• 1/2 cup ice
• 2 tablespoons honey

Mix all ingredients in a blender or food processor until smooth and pour into tall glasses. Garnish with sliced almonds, julienne mint and 1/2 teaspoon of honey, if desired.
Recipe created by Chef Rick Tramonto of Tru restaurant, Chicago, on behalf of
3-Every-Day™ of Dairy.

- See more at: http://www.nationaldairycouncil.org/Recipes/Pages/Apple-Yogurt-Smoothie.aspx#sthash.L6S0EIeI.dpuf

Enjoying a smoothie is a great start to getting your 3-every-day of dairy too. O.k. I know it's not the same as sipping a smoothie on the beaches of Hawaii, but close your eyes and dream...

Source- National Dairy Council

• Servings: 4
• Prep time: 5 mins
• Total time: 5 mins
• Created by: Seena Glessing of Glessing Family Farm, Waverly, Minn.

Ingredients

• 1 cup low-fat vanilla yogurt
• 1 cup frozen raspberries, unsweetened
• 1 cup frozen strawberries, unsweetened
• ¾ cup low-fat milk
• 1 cup ice (about 12 cubes)

Preparation

1. Blend all ingredients in a blender until smooth. Serve immediately.

- See more at: http://www.dairymakessense.com/recipe/raspberry-strawberry-yogurt-smoothie/#sthash.Fr1TWmq9.dpuf

 

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I am making a commitment to share as much as I can with you each day this month, about the life of our dairy farm family including what we do, how we share our passion for dairy, and dairy foods we enjoy.

 See you here tomorrow...T Is For Trivia