Peaches and “Cream” Smoothie

Here’s a filling peach smoothie with a mellow flavor.

Serves: 2 to 3

• 2 cups coarsely chopped, lush ripe peaches or nectarines
• 1 cup crumbled silken tofu
• 1 cup organic apricot nectar or tropical juice blend
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon agave nectar or maple syrup or to taste, optional
• 1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger, optional
• 1/2 cup crushed ice, optional

Combine all the ingredients in a food processor or blender and process until smoothly pureed. Or, place in a container and process with an immersion blender. Adjust consistency with more liquid if desired. Serve at once in tall glasses.

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