Drinking a green smoothie every morning can drastically change your day, your week or even your year! These blends are the perfect way to get all the goodness your body needs, without the hassle of actually eating them. From spinach to kale, green smoothies are customizable according to your needs and taste. Even though a variety of smoothies can be found in stores today, nothing beats homemade smoothies! Read on to find out the benefits of this super drink, and a foolproof, nutritious recipe for your breakfast smoothie!

Recipe

– 1 ½ cup of milk (of your choice) – 2 fully packed cups of spinach – 1 banana (frozen works best) – 1 apple sliced into pieces – 1/4th avocado

Method

Toss all the ingredients into a blender and blend for about 30 seconds. Once everything is blended, serve it in a glass, and your perfectly nutritious and healthy smoothie is ready to be consumed! For a thicker smoothie, add another ¼ avocado. Don’t add ice, instead use frozen bananas. Ice will dilute your smoothie. Also, to skim off calories and make your smoothie lighter on your stomach, substitute milk with water.

Adding the X-Factor to Your Green Smoothie

The above recipe is power-packed with nutrients and vitamins, but if you’re looking to add another dose of health to your drink, we have some tips for you. Always use fresh produce for that extra boost in vitamins, minerals, and nutrients. Add some more leafy vegetables like kale, chard, or celery if you are looking to up your intake of greens. Boost your smoothie with superfoods like maca powder or bee pollen. You can also add spices like cinnamon or ginger for a little more tasteful drinking experience, Switch up with fruits like bananas, strawberries, or mangoes if you ever feel like a change! The journey to being healthy doesn’t necessarily have to be a series of bland tastes!

Cornbread is a staple for many families, especially in South America. Coming in different variations of sweet and savory, this versatile item can be made as bread for breakfast, side for a meal, or a cake for dessert. The Golden Sweet Cornbread has been a favorite among many families for generations. This cornbread is baked to perfection with a bright golden hue, delicious corn flavor, moist texture, soft and fluffy center, and a slightly crunchy crust. Follow this quick and easy recipe to prepare this delicious delight for your family and friends.

Ingredients (For 12 Servings):

1 cup yellow cornmeal 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 cup milk 1 egg 3½ teaspoons baking powder 1/3 cup vegetable oil 1 teaspoon salt 2/3 cup white sugar

Method

Preheat the oven to 200oC or 400oF. Lightly grease or spray a 9-inch round cake pan. You can also make the bread in a rectangular cake pan or one in any of your favorite shapes. A muffin tin is another great option for baking individual-sized sweet cornbread.

Take a large bowl and combine cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar. Then mix in vegetable oil, milk, and egg. Keep stirring until everything gets well combined.

Then pour the cake batter into the prepared pan or muffin tin molds. Bake for 20-25 minutes. After that time is up, check by inserting a toothpick into the center of the loaf. If it comes out clean, your delicious sweet cornbread is ready. And if not, give it another 5-7 minutes before taking it out. Cut the freshly baked sweet cornbread loaf in wedges or squares. Serve it warm with jam, butter, cream, honey, maple syrup, or any other condiments of your choice.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

Calories – 189 Protein – 3/1 g Carbohydrates – 28.2 g Fat – 7.4 g Cholesterol – 17.1 mg Sodium – 353.9 mg