Banana Slush

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What's better than a tropical drink served icy and cold on a hot Summer's night?  Not too much, I say.  This slushy drink is, hands down, our families favorite.  My Mother in law served this at Shawn's and my wedding 24 years ago.  It has stood the test of time (and the test of the grand kids!).   We all like it so much that all of the Grandchildren have convinced Grandma Judy to make this each year for our Christmas Eve party.
It could also be called Pineapple Punch.   She makes a batch and freezes it in a large plastic bowl and then puts the whole thing in a punch bowl and pours 7-UP directly over it.  Let it sit a few minutes and then stir it up to mix the frozen concoction with the soda. 




 Grandma Judy's Banana Slush 
aka Pineapple Punch 

5 ripe bananas, mashed
3 cups sugar (I think you could use less...we serve with Diet 7UP to cut down on sugar/sweetness)
1 - 46 oz. can unsweetened Pineapple Juice
1 - 12 oz can frozen orange juice
1 - 12 oz can frozen lemonade

Mix above ingredients in blender and pour into plastic container and freeze.

Note the transferware measuring cup! ;-)
Just before placing in the freezer:

And frozen:
For serving a crowd:  Remove entire chunk of frozen concoction and place in punch bowl.  Pour 1 liter 7-UP (or to taste) over top, allow to sit a few minutes, and then begin stirring/mashing to blend.  It's easy to blend and makes a wonderful frozen slush.  

For individual servings you can scoop some into a glass and add about an equal amount of soda.  Garnish the glasses with a fresh pineapple wedge.  YUM!



I'm going to enjoy mine out on the back patio...



...and enjoy the fire Shawn's made to keep the bugs away




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Comments

  1. JamiJuly 30, 2010 at 11:11 AM

    My mom still makes this for us, too. It was my grandmother's recipe. To make it even richer, my mom will sometimes add vanilla ice cream when she puts it all in the blender...yummy! I hope you'll stop by my PRETTY PACKAGES PARTY next week. You have so many lovely ideas! Grab a button as a reminder!
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  2. Allie and PattieJuly 30, 2010 at 11:26 AM

    Oh, my kids will love this! We have a few neighbors and kids coming tonight- I'm headed to the market!
    xoxo Pattie

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  3. Yvonne @ StoneGableJuly 30, 2010 at 11:28 AM

    Nancy,
    Even your measuring cup is transferware!!!!!
    This is a real keeper of a recipe. YUMMY! My company would love this. And a little added grown-up libation would make it fun too!
    Perfect for August evenings.
    Yvonne

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  4. ♥ LLL with Leslie ♥July 30, 2010 at 12:03 PM

    Hi! I am your newest follower from Friendly Friday. Please follow me back. Thanks. Have a great day! :)

    BTW, That banana slush looks yummy!!!

    Leslie
    http://www.livelovelaughwithleslie.com/2010/07/friendly-friday-july-30th.html

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  5. Debbi Does Dinner HealthyJuly 30, 2010 at 12:54 PM

    This looks SO GOOD! I am going to save this and try it with splenda! Thanks!

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  6. Gypsy HeartJuly 30, 2010 at 1:40 PM

    Hmmmmm, delish! I wish I had a huge glass of this right now. Thanks so much for sharing ~

    Have a great weekend!
    Pat

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  7. TiffaneeJuly 30, 2010 at 2:39 PM

    Yum! Looks delicious and refreshing. I am going to be making some soon. Perfect for these hot summer days!!

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  8. Denise MarieJuly 30, 2010 at 3:05 PM

    what a wonderful treat! the back porch and the drink.

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  9. More Entertaining WomenJuly 30, 2010 at 4:24 PM

    Yummmm. See? Smoothies are nothing new-don't even need a blender! Thank you for sharing this old fave recipe-and love the measuring cup! All the ingredients are on my shopping list....

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  10. LynnJuly 30, 2010 at 4:52 PM

    This really looks great, and I love that everyone asks for it on Christmas Eve! Great photos!!!

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  11. georgia ~ gi giJuly 30, 2010 at 9:17 PM

    Oh, I will be making this! Yum!! I bookmarked it so I won't forget! I love pinapple!
    I am visiting and now following :) from the tickled pink blog hop!

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  12. dustinnikkiJuly 30, 2010 at 10:05 PM

    New follower from Friendly Friday! This looks yummy!

    Come visit
    DustinNikki Mommy of Three
    http://dustinnikki.blogspot.com/

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  13. Amy ChalmersJuly 31, 2010 at 9:27 AM

    Hi nancy, Wish I could pull up a chair next to the fire with you and have a slush! What is Friendly Friday? How is your summer going? I have a lot of projects I am working on and I am having a great time transforming spaces...lots of posts to come for sure. We are getting a babygrand piano for free from a friend who is moving to Florida. It is antique mahogany! I will have fun decorating around it, but I have to switch everything to accomodate it! You know how that is.
    Amy
    PS Did you ever sell the bird cage table?

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  14. Bella's Rose CottageJuly 31, 2010 at 6:12 PM

    Hi Nancy...
    Mmmm, this looks perfect for a summer night
    :-) The transferware measuring cup is beautiful.... I have yet to find a pretty measuring cup, just pyrex here... now I have a new must find item:-)
    Thnaks for sharing!
    Bella

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  15. Thoughtfully Blended HeartsAugust 1, 2010 at 2:25 PM

    Sounds so good...and that measuring cup is so pretty!!!

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  16. Bargain Decorating with LaurieAugust 1, 2010 at 3:23 PM

    Nancy, I used to make this punch frequently, but it's been a long time since I have. I'd forgotten about it. Thank you for the reminder. I'll be making this again soon. Of course you would have a transferware measuring cup! How wonderful! I love it. Thank you for linking to Favorite Things Sat. laurie

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  17. KrissyAugust 1, 2010 at 8:33 PM

    Your patio is gorgoeous! And that looks awesome too
    Following (late) from Friendly Friday! Hopefully you can stop by and follow me as well!

    http://theartsymom.tk

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  18. JacquelineAugust 1, 2010 at 8:49 PM

    Oh, this just looks so refreshing and summery. I have to save this and make this for family and friends. It has all of my favorite flavors. You did such a nice job photographing it too. It makes me so thirsty. Have a wonderful sunday.

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  19. The TablescaperAugust 1, 2010 at 9:11 PM

    Oh this looks delightful! Looks like something we've got to try.

    - The Tablescaper

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  20. Tracy F.August 1, 2010 at 10:00 PM

    This sounds delicious! Perfect for these hot summer days.

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  21. The Barnett FamilyAugust 1, 2010 at 10:34 PM

    Adding this to my grocery list...yummy!

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  22. ~Lesa~August 2, 2010 at 10:38 PM

    This sounds wonderful. Thanks for sharing the recipe. I love your porch!

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  23. Barb August 3, 2010 at 9:47 AM

    Dear Rooster Party Participant,

    Just a reminder that this coming Friday, August 6th is the Rooster Party. I am so looking forward to seeing your post.

    Thanks for joining and I hope you have a wonderful time.

    Hugs, Barb

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  24. Holly LefevreAugust 11, 2010 at 4:08 PM

    What a yummy treat. My whole family would flip for this! Thanks for linking to Tickled Pink a couple weeks ago...I took a little (unexpected break) but I am back!

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  25. poppilinnstudiosJune 23, 2011 at 6:13 PM

    Mmmm, the perfect Summer drink! Love your back patio with the little lights. How relaxing.
    -Lynn

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