Elderflower & Pear Smoothie

• 4 small firm pears, peeled & cored
• 2 heads elderberry flowers (or a dash or cordial)
• 1 strip lemon zest
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 4 tablespoons water
• 200 ml skim milk

1. Place pears, elderflowers, lemon zest, suagr & water in a saucepan, cover tightly and simmer until the pears are very soft, allow to cool.
2. Discard the elderflowers & lemon zest and process the pears, cooking liquid & milk in a blender until smooth.

firm pears, flowers, lemon zest, brown sugar, water, milk

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/elderflower-pear-smoothie-314287 (may not work)