Back to the Blender - Sister's Soft Moist Sunday VI

I took a break from this feature last week, as I was off playing air-guitar in Calgary. Besides, my parents are visiting my sister, so I knew she'd be well fed without my suggestions. It was back to the blender this week though. The cooler weather had me thinking about autumn treats. This pumpkin pie flavoured smoothie was the result.

This Week's Soft, Moist Selection

Pumpkin Banana Smoothie

(This is another easy-to-make smoothie. Just add the ingredients to the blender and whiz away. I used my favourite pumpkin pie spices, but they could be adjusted to suit your taste. I also think almond butter would be a nice alternative to sesame seed butter; just don't substitute fake maple syrup for the real stuff.)

Makes 4 cups

1banana
1 1/2 cups water
1 cup milk
1/2 cup canned pumpkin
2 tbsp maple syrup
1 tbsp sesame seed butter
1 tsp flax seed oil
1 tsp cinnamon
pinch of ground ginger, nutmeg and mace

- Blend banana and water
- Add milk and pumpkin and blend
- Add remaining ingredients and blend