This recipe for Okra Cornbread Fritters is a decade old, but it’s still delicious.
Beverages
(2021) Kachumber Cooler
This one from Smittn Kitchen. We were away at the beach last week so missed the late June box, but I’ve enjoyed the cucumber lemonade recipe I shared two weeks ago over and over again.
To make simple syrup, heat 1 tablespoon water with 2 tablespoons sugar, stirring, just until the sugar dissolves. Pour into cup or bowl and 1 tablespoon ice-cold water to cool it somewhat, then chill in the fridge until needed. Scale up as needed. Leftovers keep in fridge.
(2018) Violet Beauregard
First an adaptation of a cocktail from “Clean Cocktails” by Beth BRitter Nydick and Tara Roscioli ($24.95, The Countryman Press).
Melon Martini
This martini recipe came from the folks at East Atlanta Village Farmers Market. It’s from food blog Glue & Glitter. The original recipe called for watermelon, but it would work with any melon that came in your box. I got watermelon, I know there were other varieties as well.
Cucumber Cooler
A recipe without provenance. Simple syrup is a mixture of one part granulated sugar and one part water, heated enough to dissolve the sugar. It will keep in your refrigerator for weeks and is the perfect way to sweeten iced tea – no undissolved sugar in the bottom of the glass.
The Hot Pink
How about a beet cocktail? This came from seriouseats.com. I love shrubs!
Apple, Lemon and Gin Shandy
This recipe is from Southern Living September 2013 issue. I’m in the mood for apple cocktails!
Kale Smoothie
A recipe from Women’s Health magazine. It’s just one idea – use the fruits and herbs you prefer. I’m just behind the times and haven’t thought about a kale smoothie – maybe you’ve been making them for years!
Cucumber Sangria
Let’s talk cucumbers. I’ve got two ideas for you. One drink, one pickle (see Garlic Dill Pickles).
From “The Deen Brothers Get Fired Up: Grilling, Tailgating, Picnicking, and More” by Jamie & Bobby Deen and Melissa Clark (Ballantine Books).
Serves 6