October 26, 2012 - My Drink of Choice

GM, Those who know me absolutely know that I like unusual and abnormal things. And......I feel that way about my water. I get bored with things easily. How about you? Today I thought I would focus on some new water/drink recipes that are fabulous. Do remember that you need to allow TIME for the flavor to be infused into the water. So plan ahead. :) There are a million combinations, but the following are some of my personal favorites. (and, some suppress appetite while others calm my spirit). Hope this makes your weekend smile. However, as it's going to chill down by late Sunday, how about some all natural apple juice, truvia, orange slices, cinnamon sticks, and cloves? Heat until almost a boil and then simmer. Makes your house smell amazing and this really warms you. :) Drink up. Let's talk again Monday, PK. Tarragon Spa Waterby Leslie Bilderback INGREDIENTS 1 small lemon, sliced in wheels 1 cup fresh spearmint leaves ½ cup fresh rosemary needles ½ cup fresh tarragon 2 quarts water The spa is where you go to get refreshed and rejuvenated. You can replicate the experience in your own kitchen with this herb-infused water. Make it in the morning, and let it steep all day soit’s ready when you get home from work. Combine lemon and gently crushed herbs in a large pitcher. Add water, stir, and steep for 1–8 hours. Strain over ice to serve. Photo by: James Carrier Herb-infused Spa Water Relax and rehydrate with a tall glass of spring water touched with the tastes of fresh herbs and produce. Sunset MAY 2002 Yield: Makes about 1 1/2 quarts; about 4 servings Ingredients 6 cups chilled still spring or mineral water 12 thin slices cucumber 4 thin slices lemon 4 sprigs (each 2 in. long) fresh mint, slightly crushed 2 sprigs (each 2 in. long) fresh rosemary, slightly crushed Preparation In a 2- to 2 1/2-quart pitcher, combine water, cucumber, lemon, mint, and rosemary. Serve, or cover and chill at least 2 hours or up to 8 hours. Add ice cubes just before serving. Spa Water Recipe courtesy Chef Scott Leibfried Ingredients 1 orange, sliced 1 lemon, sliced 1 lime, sliced 1/2 grapefruit, pink or white, sliced 1 cup fresh mint leaves Directions Add all of the ingredients to a clear pitcher and fill with ice water. Best served slightly chilled or at room temperature.