Ingredients

6 medium ripe bananas1 can (12 ounces) frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed3/4 cup thawed lemonade concentrate3 cups warm water, divided2 cups sugar, divided1 can (46 ounces) pineapple juice, chilled3 bottles (2 liters each) lemon-lime soda, chilled Orange slices, optional

Preparation

In a blender, cover and process the bananas, orange juice and lemonade until smooth. Remove half of the mixture and set aside. Add 1-1/2 cups warm water and 1 cup sugar to 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.

One hour before serving, remove punch base from freezer. Just before serving, place in a large punch bowl. Add pineapple juice and soda; stir until well blended. Garnish with orange slices if desired.