What a great way to use kiwi fruit! Freeze pieces in ice cubes & keep the cubes in a container in the freezer to add to this recipe or other fruit drinks. Of course you can do the same with other fruit if you like--especailly when you have a little bit of fruit left that's not being eaten. Nice for sangria or iced tea too.The sparkling part … [Read more...]
The Purple Monstrosity Smoothie
This looks great, has good stuff in it, & has a cool name. I bet you can get your kids to drink it. I'd drink it. You can always experiment by changing around the ingredients, but this looks like a good combo.Click title for link at AllRecipes for this highly rated smoothie. … [Read more...]
Secret to the Smoothest Iced Coffee? Cold Brewing
You make a concentrated coffee that you keep in the fridge. Then you use it as needed to make about 10 cups of iced coffee. Really easy.I can see how this would be great for mornings when you just want to grab an iced coffee & go. This method is supposed to take out the acidity of coffee too--thus, a "smooth" iced coffee.It's very cheap to do … [Read more...]
Frozen Treats: Chunky Peach Popsicles
These look great. You puree some fresh peaches (fresh is best!), but save out some chunks to add in when you go to freeze the popsicles. So nice to have chunks of real peaches throughout! I'd save plenty to add in.This recipe also suggests some more adult herbs to add in. Or you could make it as a slushie.Click title for link at Delish. Stay … [Read more...]
The Motherlode of Sangria Recipes
I love sangria, especially in the warmer months. Here are many recipes for sangria combinations using all sorts of wine and fruit. Perhaps you will find a favorite or just enjoy trying different combinations. Remember red wine is good for your heart & fruit is pretty healthy too. Best tasting health food ever? You can use any kind of wine, … [Read more...]
Summer Drinks: The Cherry Berry Spider
This refreshing cooler uses lemonade and ice cream! You also add any berries that you like, but blueberries and cherries are what the recipe calls for. This drink is almost like a sundae & has a lot of sugar, but it could be a nice treat now & then.From the reviews:"Best drink I've had in a long while, I don't even like lemonade but this was … [Read more...]
Stay Cool Tip #3: Eat and Drink Cold Things!
Don't drink a hot cup of coffee & then complain how hot you are! If you need the caffeine to wake up, try iced coffee or iced tea. Or do it the Southern way & have a coke! As a last resort you can take a caffeine pill (No Doz or the generic equivalent) with ice water. Use ice in your drinks & stir well to cool off the drink faster.When you are … [Read more...]