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Spiked Watermelon
Refresher
Fresh watermelon and mint make this
a refreshing cocktail, especially
when the temperature soars.
Makes 12 ounces (1 to 2 servings)
8
ounces watermelon, cut to fit feed
tube
1
ounce good quality rum
1
ounce mint syrup (recipe follows)
1. Assemble the juice extractor attachment.
2. Turn to high speed and juice the watermel-
on (should yield about 4 ounces of juice).
3. Add the rum and mint syrup. Stir well and
serve in tall glass with plenty of ice.
Nutritional information per serving (based on 2 servings):
Calories 74 (2% from fat) • carb. 11 g • pro. 1 g
fat 0 g • sat. fat 0 g • chol. 0 mg • sod. 1 mg
calc. 8 mg • fiber 0 g
Mint syrup
Makes ¾ cup
½
cup water
½
cup granulated sugar
4
large mint sprigs
1. Put ingredients into a small saucepan and
place over medium-high heat.
2. Bring mixture to a boil. Once boiling,
allow to simmer until sugar is completely
dissolved.
3. Remove from heat and allow to come to
room temperature for at least 30 minutes.
4. Chill thoroughly before using.
Nutritional information per serving (based on a
1-tablespoon serving):
Calories 32 (0% from fat) • carb. 8 g • pro. 0 g • fat 0 g
sat. fat 0 g • chol. 0 mg • sod. 0 mg
calc. 1 mg • fiber 0 g
Basil Lemonade
Little beats homemade lemonade and that pro-
cess is a breeze with a juicer. The basil adds a
nice twist to the traditional flavor, but you can
forgo it or swap in different herbs, if preferred.
Makes 2½ cups
8 to 10 ounces simple syrup (or to taste),
prepared by using 1½ cups water
and 1½ cups granulated sugar
½
cup basil leaves
6
medium lemons
1. Prepare the simple syrup. Put both the
sugar and water into a small saucepan
over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil.
Once it boils, reduce heat to medium to
allow mixture to simmer until the sugar has
completely dissolved, stirring occasionally.
Remove from heat and add the basil. Steep
for a minimum of 30 minutes. Chill until
completely cold. Strain and discard leaves.
2. Assemble the citrus juicer attachment.
3. Turn to low speed and juice the lemons.
4. Pour the lemon juice into a large pitcher.
Add the basil simple syrup to taste.
Nutritional information per serving: Calories 138 (1% from fat)
carb. 39 g • pro. 1 g • fat 0 g • sat. fat 0 g •
chol. 0 mg • sod. 3 mg • calc. 27 mg • fiber 0 g
Lavender-Orange Iced Tea
The flavors in this iced tea are reminiscent
of Earl Grey, but with the additional freshness
of your own orange juice. Adding a little
milk or cream when serving makes it
deliciously indulgent.
Makes 8 servings
Lavender-Black Tea
12
bags black tea (or ¼ cup loose tea
leaves)
2
tablespoons dried lavender
6
cups water
Orange Simple Syrup
1
cup granulated sugar
1
cup water
