posted by JudyAZ 03-07-103 11:17 AM
Banana Brunch Punch
6 medium ripe bananas
1 can(12 ounces) frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed
1 can (6 ounces) frozen lemonade concentrate, thawed
3 cups warm water, divided
2 cups sugar, divided
1 can (46 ounces) pineapple juice
2 bottles (64 oz.) lemon-lime soda
Orange slices, optional
In a blender or food processor, blend bananas, orange juice and lemonade until smooth. Remove half of the mixture and set aside.
Add 1 1/2 cups of warm water and 1 cups sugar to mixture in blender; blend until smooth. Place in a large freezer container. Repeat with remaining banana mixture, water and sugar; add to container. Cover and freeze until solid.
Two hours before serving, take punch base out of freezer. Just before serving, place in a large punch bowl. Add pineapple and soda; stir until well blended. Garnish with orange slices if desired. Yield: 16-20 servings.