THE WOODLANDS, TX (June 2, 2009) – If you think you have the best smoothie recipe in Texas, The Woodlands Resort wants to know about it. The family-friendly resort is looking for The Ultimate Smoothie and the winning recipe will be promoted via the resort’s website; and Facebook and Twitter pages. Additionally, one winner will receive the Resort’s Destination: Fun! Package which includes deluxe accommodations, breakfast for two, and access to the signature water area-the Forest Oasis Waterscape™.

“At home, my favorite cooking tool is the KitchenAid smoothie blender. I actually have two,” says Executive Chef John Brazie. And with so many combinations, the possibilities are endless. “You can’t go wrong with fresh fruit and yogurt, but I like using unexpected ingredients like jalapenos, fish sauce, cucumbers and radishes to create a savory finish.”

There are no restrictions so rev up the blenders and let the fun begin. Submissions may be submitted on-line at www.woodlandsresort.com/smoothieentry.html or via fax to 281-364-6338. Fax entries must include name, phone and email address. Attention: Ultimate Smoothie Contest. One entry per person. Entries must be received by 5 p.m. Tuesday, June 30, 2009.

Below is Chef Brazie’s Serrano smoothie recipe.

Chef Brazie’s Serrano Blackberry Smoothie

1/2 cup Daikon radish
1 ea. Jalapeno, seeded and chopped
1/4 cup Plain yogurt
1 cup Blackberries
1 tsp. Ginger, chopped
1 ea. Orange, juice of
2 tbs. Sugar
1 tsp. Fish Sauce
2 cups Ice

Blend all ingredients.

SMOOTHIE CONTEST RULES

HOW TO ENTER: NO PURCHASE NECESSARY: Fill out the entry form below. Selecting "Contest" from the Subject drop down menu and include your phone number and recipe in the comments field, or submit your recipe via fax to 281-364-6338, Attention: Ultimate Smoothie Contest. All entries must be received by 5 p.m. June 30, 2009 when the contest ends. Please include your name, phone and email address on all fax entries. One entry per person please.

RECIPE: There are no restrictions so be creative! Name your recipe, list all ingredients, measurements, complete directions, required utensils, timing, number of servings and other relevant information. Ingredients must be readily available.

JUDGING CRITERIA: Entries will be judged by The Resort’s culinary team. Judging will be based on the following criteria: taste, originality and creativity.