XCVIII: Couple of Fruity Smoothies

Orange Peach Smoothie:
2 c frozen unsweetened peach slices, thawed
1 c milk
1 6-oz can frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed
1/4 t almond extract
1 pint vanilla ice cream
3 drops each red and yellow food coloring, optional

In a blender, combine the peaches, milk, orange juice concentrate and extract.
Add ice cream; cover and process until smooth. Add food coloring if desired. Pour into glasses; serve immediately.


Tropical Milk Shakes:
3/4 c milk
2 medium ripe bananas
3 c vanilla ice cream, softened
1 8-oz can chunk pineapple, undrained
2 T flaked coconut, toasted
2 T chopped pecans

In a blender, combine the milk, bananas, ice cream and pineapple; cover and process until smooth. Pour into chilled glasses. Top with coconut and pecans.