The good-cheer smoothie

• 1 banana (cut up)

• 2 cups frozen mixed berries

• 1 cup vanilla or berry yogurt

• 2-3 tablespoons orange juice (for slight tartness)

• 1 teaspoon honey

Directions: Throw wet ingredients into the blender first (OJ, yogurt and honey) and blend for 5 seconds.

Add banana and half of the frozen mixed berries and blend for another 5 seconds. Add remaining frozen berries and blend until smooth.

Give to an elderly or homebound neighbor who needs some cheering up on a hot summer day. Double the recipe so you can try it for yourself!