A hot apple cinnamon smoothie is so delightful

Sometimes it can be hard to come up with simple & quick but nutritious breakfast ideas. I know this all too well, however, I do always make time to start with the most important meal of the day.

Why not make yourself a warm, delicious smoothie to get you going? This one combines apple, raisins, nuts and cinnamon. It tastes like an apple pie and you can drink it.

Apples are high in fibre while pecans are high in protein and unsaturated fat. Apples can keep your teeth whiter, they decrease your risk of diabetes and they help detoxify your liver.
The antioxidants in pecans lower bad cholesterol and can lower the risk of gallstones in women. You can also use walnuts which are high in Omega-3 and they helps prevent coronary artery disease and strokes.

Traditionally, a smoothie is cold and ice cream like but this one is definitely great for the cooler months or anytime you want a satisfying treat that is also good for your health.
Bottoms up!!

Ingredients:
1 apple, cored and cut into large chunks (you can keep the skin on)

• 1/4 cup sultana or golden raisins
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons pecan or walnuts

Instructions:
ONE: Place the apple chunks, raisins, cinnamon and ¼ cup water in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high for 2 minutes. Remove the bowl from the microwave and let the apples cool for 1 minute.
TWO: Add the apple-raisin mixture to a high speed blender. Add the pecans and ¾ cup warm water. Process on high for 1 minute, until smooth and creamy. Pour into a coffee mug and drink warm.