I too have just started this but I have both soy powder mix and whey powder mix and I use 1 scoop of each with 12 ounces of Fat Free milk with 3-5 ice cubes in the blender. I have chocolate for both. I have not yet added the frozen fruit but will pick some up on my next trip to the grocery store. That will remove the need for ice cubes I think. I can not afford the soy milk. We are a family of 5 on a single income. But the FF milk is a great price. My shakes are yummy for my tummy!