Strawberry Orange Julius

 

6 ounces frozen orange juice concentrate

2 C. milk

¼ C. sugar

1 tsp. vanilla extract

1 ½ C. strawberries – stems removed

10 ice cubes

 

Combine orange juice concentrate, milk, sugar, vanilla, and strawberries to a blender. Cover and pulse until smooth. Add ice cubes to blender, cover and pulse until smooth. Serve immediately.

 

Homemade Strawberry Julius

1 ½ cups (8 oz) fresh strawberries, stems removed

¾ cup water

2 tsp meringue powder + 2 tbsp water

1 tsp vanilla extract

¼ cup sugar

2 cups ice

In a small bowl, whisk together the meringue powder and 2 tablespoons of water.  Pour the meringue mixture, strawberries, water, vanilla, sugar, and ice into a blender.  Mix 2-3 minutes or until completely smooth.  Pour into glasses and garnish with additional strawberries.