I buy canned pumpkin (not pie mix -- just plain ol' pumpkin) and blend with my plain, non-fat yogurt, banana/frozen berries, and protein powder. If I don't use frozen fruit, then I toss in some ice. The pumpkin makes the texture almost fluffy, plus I start my day with a veggie!
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wow Im really going to try this. How many calories is this smoothie by the way?
JUNEAU20105/28/2010 5:47:00 PM
Sounds yummy! Canned pumpkin is usually cheap, too!
SVGROVES5/16/2010 7:24:00 AM
sounds delish i'm goint to try this
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