Рецепт {Easy Summer Recipes} Strawberry Balsamic Basil Soda
Summer has arrived for us and during these sweltering hot days as the temperatures are rising, a chilled beverage is preferred as a 24x7 summer fix. A glass of plain water is just so blah to beat the scorching heat waves around. Over the years, I had bookmarked many summer recipes and just like any other, my recipe-list has been overflowing with new ideas to try. Under the label - "Easy Summer Recipes", I want to try and if they turn out right, I want to share them all with you in coming months. Are you excited just as I am? Let's jump start this series with an easy yet delicious soda recipe - Strawberry Balsamic Basil Soda.
Enjoy and make some today!
So, which recipe depicts summer to you? I would love to know them all. :-)
...the ingredients......simple basil syrup...add to your everyday green tea for a herby feel!..strawberry balsamic puree....blend it all with club soda and Voila! a refreshing summer drink is ready...
{Recipe} Strawberry Balsamic Basil Soda
Makes 4-5 glasses of soda
Adapted from A Cozy Kitchen
Ingredients:
- 1 cup chopped fresh strawberries
- 3/4 to 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar (amount varies depending on how sweet or tart the strawberries are and how much vinegar you prefer)
- 2 cups club soda or sparkling water
- For Basil Syrup -
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, finely minced
Preparation:
1. To make the basil syrup, combine sugar and water in a small saucepan. Bring the mixture to a simmer while stirring frequently for about a minute, and then remove from heat. Allow to cool for 5 minutes and then add minced basil. Place in a jar or other airtight container and allow to cool in the fridge for at least 2 hours (overnight is preferred).
2. In a blender or food processor, add the chopped strawberries and balsamic vinegar to blend into a puree. In pitcher, add chilled basil syrup and strawberry-balsamic puree. Mix in the club soda and stir well before pouring into glasses. Serve over crushed ice to be enjoyed on a hot summer day.
..Cheers everybody to glorious (not too hot) summer days ahead...
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