Mango Batido

INGREDIENTS

3 cups milk

1/2 tsp. vanilla extract

2 scoops (about 1/2 cup) vanilla ice cream

1 mango, peeled and pitted

1 banana, peeled

1 cup crushed ice

1/2 cup whipped cream (optional)

4 cherries (optional)

4 mint sprigs (optional)

PREPARATION

Combine milk, vanilla extract, vanilla ice cream, mango, banana, and ice in blender and purée until smooth. Top each serving with whipped cream, a cherry, and a mint sprig, if desired. Makes 4 to 5 servings.