Greetings
everyone!!! I know...it's been a while
since I posted. My life recently became
supper busy without a single cause. It's
like on a fast-forward mode at all times!
I must admit I did miss blogging...so here I am!
It is finally
spring!!! One of my favorite times of
the year! I love spring for its new beginnings and ofcourse for all the fresh
berries, fruits, and veggies! Strawberry
season is here. I recently visited the
local "pick your own" farm and was not a bit disappointed. Little compares to the freshly picked
strawberry. If you're looking for a
local farm from which you can pick berries or fruits check this web site
out: http://www.pickyourown.org/ Not
only does this web site provide locations of the farms near you, but it also
has helpful hints how to preserve food.
The link even has locations outside the USA!
Here is the
latest drink I am enjoying on the hot spring days: homemade strawberry lemonade. This drink is super easy and SO refreshing! It is versatile and can be tweaked to fit
your taste buds. For a sweeter lemonade
add less lemon juice or add more of the sweetener: honey or agave nectar. Dress up with peppermint leaves for that special
occasion. Disclaimer- I only tried this drink using the freshly
picked strawberries...not sure how it'll taste with store bought ones.
(Makes 1 serving)
Ingredients:
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1
cup fresh Strawberries-hulled and quartered
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1
tablespoon Sugar
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2
tablespoon Lemon Juice (add less for a sweeter lemonade)
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1
1/2 cups ice cold Water
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Honey
or Agave Nectar to taste-optional
1. Place cut strawberries in to a plate and
sprinkle with sugar. Allow to stand for 2-4
minutes.
2. Place sweetened strawberries, lemon juice and
water into a blender. Add a couple of
ice cubes for a colder drink.
3. Blend 1-2 minutes: until even in consistency and
has no chucks.
4. Taste and add additional honey or
agave nectar as needed to sweeten the drink. I added 1/2
teaspoon of local honey. Blend for
additional 20 seconds to mix the sweetener-if added.
5. Pour over ice cubes and enjoy! It'll be gone before you know it!
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