Don’t do dairy?

After reading Yi’s milkshake recipe I thought I’d make a shout out to those of you who, like me, are lactose intolerant!
Funnily enough, lactose intolerance is more common than we think. Some people are intolerant and don’t even notice!
However in more severe cases, it is very obvious. For me, dairy food is like a poison to my body. My body finds it very difficult to digest, leaving me feeling very nauseous, bloated and feeling sluggish!

This brings me to share my recipe for a lactose-free milkshake. This is a recipe my mother experimented with when we first discovered my intolerance as a child and despite the fact that is it missing the essential ingredients to make a proper milkshake, it still tastes lovely!

So, pick up a few extra items while doing your grocery shopping. You will need:

• 1 quart dairy-free soy or rice ice cream
• 1 16-oz bag frozen strawberries, thawed
• ¼ cup coconut milk
• ¼ cup dairy-free almond milk, plus more if desired
• 1 T. maple syrup

Method:
In a tall, plastic jug, combine all of the above ingredients until thick and creamy. If you want a smoother consistency, add more dairy-free almond milk. Serve the beverage cold and enjoy.
My mother’s recipe serves four as she had four children. If you find you have leftovers, simply store in a jug in the fridge.
I really hope this recipe has allowed some of you indulge on a sweet treat without feeling nauseous afterwards! Lactose intolerance isn’t so restricting after all!

:) Brier