We all need something delicious and refreshing in our lives.
Why not contemplate what that might be for you with these delicious and refreshing Watermelon Mojitos in your hand?
These are summer in a sip.
Watermelon Mojitos
Ingredients:
30 large fresh mint leaves, coarsely torn
4 thick slices fresh watermelon, rind and seeds removed
12 ounces light rum
1/2 cup simple syrup
6 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice (from about 3 limes)
Sprigs of mint and spears of watermelon, for serving
Directions:
1. Mash the mint leaves in a mortar and pestle or in a glass using a spoon.
2. Put the watermelon into a food processor and purée.
3. Put the mashed mint into a large pitcher with 2 cups of puréed watermelon, the rum, simple syrup, and lime juice. Stir to combine.
4. Place ice cubes in 6 glasses and pour the mojito mixture into the glasses. Garnish with sprigs of fresh mint and spears of watermelon.
Recipe from The Barefoot Contessa How Easy Is That? by Ina Garten
Well, this is totally a different kind of refreshing, but I love how chill the vibe is. Put those phones down and pick up a mojito. :)
“Completely alone
So fucking alone
I could have gone out
But I chose to stay home”
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Cheers!
