The (in)credible science 

Organic production of spices, herbs, and teas improves the livelihoods and social benefits for resource-poor, small-scale farmers. These benefits include more options for paid, local work that disproportionately benefits women of reproductive ages. The organic premium increases household income, which is boosted even further when combined with fair-trade premiums. Many organic companies are making extreme efforts to improve equity within their supply chains.

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The Recipe 

Cool, creamy, and deliciously satisfying any time of day, this frosty non-alcoholic beverage features the rich flavors of banana, coconut milk and pure organic vanilla — made easy with Simply Organic Vanilla Bean Paste.

Prep Time: 5 minutes / Total Time: 5 minutes / Yield: 2  

Ingredients 

• 1 cup ice cubes 
• 1 ripe banana, frozen or unfrozen 
• 1 cup canned coconut milk (use a solid portion from the can) 
• 1 teaspoon Simply Organic Vanilla Bean Paste 
• 1 to 3 teaspoons maple syrup, to taste 
• 2 tablespoons date caramel sauce, divided, for serving 

Directions

1. Into a high-speed blender, add ice cubes, banana, coconut milk, vanilla bean paste and maple syrup.  

2. Blend on high until completely smooth and silky.  

3. Prepare two drinking glasses by drizzling the inner surface of each glass with 1 tablespoon date caramel sauce, swirling the glass to coat.  

4. Divide frosty into glasses, and enjoy.