I used to live in the country too, Fiona, and would hibernate in the house when it was snowy or cold out.

I started using frozen broccoli because my husband recommended it. I used to use frozen spinach but didn't like the texture, the little bits in the shake. I thought broccoli sounded gross , but he said it really added no flavor to his shakes. So I tried it and found that it was true. I add it for bulk ( I like a big shake) and to get a green veggie.

I should mention that when making the "ice cream" shake, don't start with too much liquid. I use the minimum required to get the blender to work, then add a little as needed.

JoEllen

: aw, blast! i was thinking i'd go cook
: up the oats and steam the raw
: broccoli, when I realized i didn't
: have a banana in the house. *sigh*
: my margarita glass will stay empty
: until i can get to town (i live in
: the country). when it's this cold,
: i stay in the house until i
: have to go out!

: using broccoli intrigues me, i must
: say. how did you come upon that as
: an ingredient?