Yield: about 6 1-cup servings
A low-fat smoothie version of the favorite Thanksgiving dessert. Pumpkin is a hearty vegetable rich in fiber and beta-carotene (which our bodies turn into vitamin A). This is a quick and unique way to enjoy this nutrient rich vegetable!
Ingredients:
2 cups fresh cooked pureed pumpkin (or 1 15-ounce can pumpkin puree)
2 cups milk or milk alternative, or to taste
2 cups ice
1/2 cup maple syrup, or to taste
1 tablespoon vanilla, or to taste
1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice, or to taste (alternatively, you can use a combination of cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice.)
Directions:
Combine all ingredients in blender. Blend for 1-2 minutes or until everything is incorporated. Pour and enjoy this refreshing treat!
Source: Jackson Whole Grocer http://www.jacksonwholegrocer.com/