Banana Crush Punch

Description: It is no secret that I am a die-hard nanner fan. I love nanners any way I can get 'em. However, I think my favorite way to have them is in a flavorful drink. This recipe I got from an ancient cookbook compiled by home ec teachers. Miz Knaus (whoever you are), I salute you!! (Passive time is freeze time - it will vary depending on how firm you freeze it and how far ahead you make it. I would make it the day before serving, so I said 8 hours (overnight).

Ingredients:

• 4 cups sugar
• 6 cups water
• 1 (46 ounce) can pineapple juice
• 2 lemons, juice of
• 5 bananas, mashed well
• 5 (2 liter) bottles carbonated lemon-lime beverage
• frozen raspberries (optional)

Steps:

1. Combine the sugar and water in a large pot and bring to a boil. Cool.
2. Add the fruit juices and bananas and mix well. Place in a container and freeze.
3. When ready to serve, plae the fruit mixture in a punch bowl. Allow to soften slightly. Break into slush.
4. Add the soda, raspberries if using, and tint with food coloring if desired.