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Features-Recipes

Introduction

Bananas are thought to be one of the oldest cultivated fruits.  Spanish explorers brought them to New
World areas like the Caribbean & Latin America.  today, bananas are one of America's three favorite fruits.
Bananas are high in nutrients like potassium and vitamin B6.  Bananas are even a source of vitamin C.
Their starchy flesh turns to sugar as they ripen, giving them a sweet flavor and smooth texture.
Bananas are easily digested.

WATERMELON STRAWBERRY SHAKE

1   8 oz container lemon nonfat yogurt
2  cups watermelon, cubed and seeded
1  pint fresh strawberries, cleaned and hulled
1  medium banana, peeled and sliced
In a blender or food processor, process yogurt, watermelon, strawberries and
banana until smooth and frothy.  Makes 4 servings.

BANANA BREAD-1 | TROPICAL APPLE SALAD PLATTER-2 
AFTER-SCHOOL STRAWBERRY SHAKE-3 | Lime Cream Dressing-4:
BANANA NUT SMOOTHIE-5  | ORANGE AND BANANA OLE-6
WATERMELON STRAWBERRY SHAKE-7  | BANANA-PEANUT BUTTER COOKIES-8   
TROPICAL FRUIT SMOOTHIE-9  | CHOCOLATE CHIP-BANANA PANCAKES-10