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  • Crushed ice is easy to make and a great way...

    Crushed ice is easy to make and a great way to improve a hot day.

  • Crushed ice takes about 10 minutes to make.

    Crushed ice takes about 10 minutes to make.

  • Try multiple flavors when making crushed ice. Root beer and...

    Try multiple flavors when making crushed ice. Root beer and cherry are a good place to start.

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Few children can resist the delicious goodness of a cup of crushed ice on a hot afternoon. And making it is easier than you might think.

Crushed Ice

If you have a good blender, such as a Vitamix or Blendtec, making this will be a snap. Simply place a handful of ice cubes into the blender and pulse until the desired consistency is reached. If you do not have a high-quality blender, try the classic Snoopy Sno-Cone Machine at Target ($12.99) or the Electric Snow Cone Maker by Victorio on Amazon ($32.99 plus shipping).

Directions

1. Crush ice in a blender or snow cone maker.

2. Put ice into a plastic cup.

3. Add toppings. Look in your refrigerator and top the crushed ice with whatever sweet drink you have on hand. My kid’s favorite toppings are root beer, lemonade and watermelon juice (which I make fresh during the summer). Get creative and add fun things like gummy worms, jelly beans and gummy bears.

4. Add a spoon and serve.