Banana Bliss

Countless times, it seems, I've bought a bunch of bananas only to find them browning way too soon.  Even though they are a cheap treat, I can't bring myself to just throw them away.  Of course there are recipes which require the ripe fruit, but, a girl can only make so many banana breads and muffins! 

I recently found a recipe for banana ice cream, which I love!  I've adapted it a couple different ways, one of which includes adding a handful of dark chocolate chips... YUM!!

My most recent variation includes mango {my favorite fruit}.

Banana Mango Tango

2 or 3 ripe bananas, peeled and cut into chunks

1 or 2 mangoes, peeled and cut into chunks

1/2 cup to 1 cup nonfat milk, soy milk, or almond milk

Freeze bananas and mango(s) in sealed container overnight. 

In a food processor or blender, blend frozen fruit and 1/2 cup milk, adding more milk if necessary.

The consistency is somewhere between soft serve and smoothie.  I enjoyed a cup as a smoothie and froze the rest to be eaten like ice cream.  On another note, I used fresh mango and froze it with the banana, but packaged frozen mango would work just as well.

From Akala Jane to Azalea Lane

After careful thought and much consideration, the blog formerly known as "Akala Jane" has changed its name to "Azalea Lane." I'm looking forward to sharing yummy recipes, DIY ideas, and so much more! Stay tuned...