by Jennifer Flood

Created on: November 25, 2008

Have you ever had a Purple Cow?

Milkshakes have always been a weakness of mine. I come by it naturally though as milkshakes were a staple in the diets of my father and grandmother as well. It makes me wonder if there is a milkshake gene that hasn't been discovered yet.

One of the earliest milkshakes that I ever remember having was a Purple Cow. As an adult, it is not one of my favorites but I did love it when I was young. I think that most kids do like them. After all, how cool is it to have a Purple Cow?!

Purple Cow

Serves four

Ingredients:

2 cups milk

1 pint vanilla ice cream

1 cup grape juice

Whipped cream

Maraschino cherries

Directions:

1. Combine the milk, grape juice, and ice cream in a blender and blend at high speed until well mixed.

2. Pour into four tall glasses.

3. Garnish with whipped cream and cherries.

If you would prefer to have a Pink Cow you can substitute cranberry juice for the grape juice.

Enjoy!

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