Instructions: Put banana and half the apple juice in a blender or food processor fitted with steel blade. Blend, adding remaining apple juice gradually until smooth. Add berries and yogurt if desired and blend thoroughly.

Serve immediately.

Variation: Instead of berries, substitute other fresh fruits such as nectarines and peaches. Or substitute other fruit juices for the apple juice.

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