Classic Orange Julius

Combine all the ingredients except the ice cubes in a blender and process until smooth and frothy. Add the ice cubes and blend until smooth (you can blend to your desired consistency – I like a few nubs of ice here and there but my kids like it ultra-smooth).

Reprinted with permission from Mel's Kitchen Cafe.  Mel's Kitchen Cafeis a home-grown food blog started by Mel to categorize her favorite personal recipes. Over three years later it still houses her tried-and-true recipes as well as new creations she's made, loved and wants to share with the world. Focusing on less-processed ingredients and family-friendly recipes, the diverse collection of recipes on Mel's Kitchen Cafe are favorites of her own husband and four growing boys.