Summer Blender Bliss

My sweetie and I just returned from a great weekend of camping and biking in the Black Hills.



Some highlights from the trip:

1) Coasting 15 miles down the Mickelson bike trail. Notice I didn't mention the 15 miles uphill prior to that carefree coasting...

2) The $14.95 crab and prime rib buffet at the Silverado. I'm not usually one for buffets, but c'mon, all you can eat crab for $15?

3) This picture, proving once again that there are no normal pictures of me.


So we come home to a simmering hot Bismarck. After hauling everything in, unpacking, and throwing a load of clothes in the washer, we needed a break. A girl's best friend during the summer is the blender, so here are two favs to beat the heat.

Orange Julius
6 oz. frozen oj concentrate
1 cup milk
1 cup water
1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
8-12 ice cubes

Blend and serve.

Frappuccinos
4 scoops vanilla ice cream
1 cup cold strong coffee
1 cup milk
2-3 Tablespoons sugar (to taste)
8-12 ice cubes

Blend and serve.