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Sweet basil smoothie

Servings:
Makes 4 6-ounce servings
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Ingredients

For lemon simple syrup
  • 1 cup sugar
    For smoothie
    • 1 cup sugar
    • 1 1/4 cup plain yogurt
    • 1 cup packed fresh basil leaves
    • 1 1/2 cup lemon simple syrup
    • 1 cup ice

    Preparation

    Baking Directions:

    For lemon simple syrupIn a small saucepan, combine the sugar, 1 cup water, and the lemon zest and juice over medium heat.

    Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has dissolved.

    Remove the pan from the heat and allow the syrup to cool, about 20 minutes.

    For smoothieIn a blender, combine the yogurt, basil, simple syrup, and ice.

    Blend until smooth and frothy.

    Pour into frosted glasses and serve immediately

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