A reader describes this as “watermelon-scented water.” The flavor doesn’t overpower, but refreshes, especially on hot days.
- * 8 cups water
- * 1/2 cup sugar
- * 1/2 cup fresh lime juice
- * Garnish: watermelon wedges
- * 1 1/2 cups sugar
- * 1/2 cup boiling water
- * 2 teaspoons grated lemon rind*
- * 1 1/2 cups fresh lemon juice
- * 5 cups cold water
- * Garnish: lemon slices
This sweet-tart beverage is refreshing on a hot day. Feel free to adjust the sugar to suit your taste. Tote the limeade in a thermos so it stays cold.
- * 1/2 cup sugar
- * 3 tablespoons chopped peeled fresh ginger
- * 3 tablespoons grated lime rind
- * 10 mint leaves
- * 1 1/2 cups sliced fresh ginger
- * 1 1/2 cups sugar
- * 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
Strain out the lime rinds so the lemonade won’t get bitter.
- * 1/3 cup sugar
- * 3 tablespoons sweetened condensed milk
- * 1 cup sugar
- * 8 cups lemonade
This colorful appetizer would be a fine addition to an antipasto spread. Parmigiano-Reggiano provides nutty contrast to sweet melons and mirrors the taste of salty prosciutto.
- * 2 tablespoons thinly sliced fresh mint
- * 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
- * 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Your guests will be amazed to find out how tasty these simple snacks are. Peaches or plums also work well in place of the nectarines. You can assemble the bundles up to an hour in advance. Just cover them with plastic wrap, and refrigerate until ready to serve.
- * 4 cups lightly packed trimmed arugula
- * 1 teaspoon extravirgin olive oil
- * 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Grilling heightens the sweetness and flavor of the nectarines. Because they have such thin skins, nectarines don’t require peeling for this dish. However, you may substitute fresh peeled peaches if you prefer.
- * Cooking spray
- * 1/4 cup light balsamic vinaigrette