Orange Julius

Orange Julius

       6 oz. frozen orange juice concentrate
       1 cup milk
       1 cup water
       1/2 cup sugar or (1/4 cup regular sugar and 1/4 cup powdered sugar)
       1 tsp. vanilla extract
       10-11 ice cubes

1. Combine all ingredients except ice cubes in blender.

2. Blend for about 1-2 minutes, adding ice cubes one at a time. ~Dani

Strawberry Romaine Salad

Strawberry Romaine Salad

Ingredients:
       1/4 C sugar
       1/3 C slivered almonds
       1 bunch romaine, torn
       2 C halved fresh strawberries
       1/2 small red onion, chopped

Creamy Poppy Seed Dressing:
       1/4 C mayonnaise
       2 Tbl sugar
       1 Tbl sour cream
       1 Tbl milk
       2 1/4 tsp cider vinegar
       1 1/2 tsp poppy seeds

Directions
~In a small heavy skillet over medium-low heat, cook and stir sugar until melted and caramel in color, about 10 minutes. Stir in almonds until coated. Spread on foil to cool; break into small pieces.

~ In a large bowl, combine romaine, onion and strawberries. Combine the dressing ingredients; drizzle over salad and toss to coat. Sprinkle with coated almonds. ~Dani