Here’s another stellar recipe from our holiday contest submissions. This one was submitted by Kathy S. of Cambria, CA and originally made with Peppermint Stick ice cream, but has been converted into a Duetto recipe. Enjoy!
CHOCOLATE COVERED CHERRY DUETTO SMOOTHIE
INGREDIENTS
1 pkg. (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
2-1/2 cups Turkey Hill Cherry Duetto
1/4 cup chocolate syrup
1 cup milk
6 large ice cubes
Sweetened whipped cream (in can)
DIRECTIONS
In blender, combine cream cheese, Cherry Duetto, chocolate syrup, milk and ice cubes. Blend until smooth or until desired consistency is reached. Pour into chilled glasses. Top with whipped cream. If desired, drizzle with additional chocolate syrup. Serve immediately!

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