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Spicy Grapefruit Refresher

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Looking for a way to spice up your drink? Try out this Spicy Grapefruit Refresher with a Chili Lime rim.

Megan Glidden


Spicy Grapefruit Refresher
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  1. Wash hands and clean cooking surfaces
  2. In a pitcher, combine grapefruit juice, lime juice and sliced jalepeno. Stir and chill for at least 4 hours.
  3. For Chili Lime Seasoning, combine chili powder, lime juice powder and salt.
  4. Take pitcher out of the refrigerator, add sparkling water then stir.
  5. Using a 12 ounce cup, use ice to wet the rim of the glass, then invert and coat with prepared chili lime seasoning
  6. Add ice to cup and pour prepared spicy grapefruit mixture
Recipe Notes

One serving of Spicy Grapefuit Refresher contains 59.96 mg or 66% Daily Value of Vitamin C.

Spicy Grapefruit Refresher Nutrition Facts Serving size 8 ounce (334g) servings per container 4 Amount per serving Calories 60 % Daily Value Total Fat 1 g 1 % Saturated Fat 0 g 0 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 0 mg 0 % Sodium 170 mg 7 % Total Carbohydrate 14 g 5 % Dietary Fiber 1 g 4 % Total Sugars 10 g Added Sugars 0 g 0 % Protein 1 g Vitamin D 0 mcg 0 % Calcium 39 mg 4 % Iron 0 mg 0 % Potassium 254 mg 6 %

Chai Tea Latte Instant Mix

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With a few pantry staples, you can whip up your own Chai Tea Latte mix at home. Perfect for a cool night or as a last-minute hostess gift.

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Chai Tea Latte Instant Mix
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To make the Batch:
  1. In a large bowl combine all ingredients. Use whisk to combine all ingredients.
  2. Store in an airtight container (2 quart jars or 3 pint jars)
To make an individual Chai Tea Latte:
  1. Mix 3 tablespoons of Chai Tea Mix with 8 ounces of hot water. Enjoy!
Recipe Notes

Instant Chai Tea mix may have approximately 6 to 12 mg of caffeine per serving of mix or serving of mix with 8 oz. of water.

Sparkling Pineapple Vanilla Tea

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This tea is naturally sweet, fresh, and easy to make for any occasion. It’s easy to stay hydrated with flavorful beverages!


Sparkling Pineapple Vanilla Tea
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  1. Using a glass measuring cup, fill water to 2 cups and heat in a microwave for 3 minutes or until water begins to boil.
  2. Carefully remove the measuring cup from the microwave and place tea bags in hot water. Steep tea bags for 3-5 minutes.
  3. Remove tea bags, pour into a 2-quart pitcher, and let cool.
  4. Blend together pineapple and ½ cup of water on low speed until liquified.
  5. Pour blended pineapple over cooled tea in a pitcher. Add agave nectar and stir well.
  6. Stir in 2 cups of water and 2 cups of chilled sparkling water, and serve over ice.
Recipe Notes

Vitamin C = 14.79 mg or 16.4%  

Caffeine = 10 mg 

Melon Smoothie

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Beat the summer heat with a refreshing Melon Smoothie. This nutritious treat is full of hydrating ingredients like cantaloupe, honeydew, and watermelon! This smoothie is simple to make and can be enjoyed by all ages!


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  1. Wash your hands, preparation area, and produce
  2. Chop cantaloupe, watermelon, and honeydew into large, diced pieces
  3. Add all ingredients to the blender
  4. Secure the blender lid. Pulse until smooth.
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Strawberry Basil Lemonade

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Needing a way to use up those herbs from your garden or a twist on a classic lemonade try out this Strawberry Basil Lemonade for a refreshing cool down this summer.


Strawberry Basil Lemonade
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Strawberry Basil Puree
Lemonade
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Strawberry Puree
  1. Wash the strawberries and basil until cold running water.
  2. Remove green stem from the strawberries and slice in half. Remove the basil leaves from the stem.
  3. Place the halved strawberries and basil leaves in a food processor and ½ cup of water. Blend until a smooth mixture.
  4. Pour into a small bowl and store in the refrigerator for at least an hour up to 3 days.
Lemonade
  1. Pour Basil Strawberry puree thru a mesh strainer over a bowl. Use a spoon to move the puree back and forth over the mesh strainer to drain the liquid.
  2. Pour the strained Basil Strawberry puree into a 2-quart pitcher
  3. Add lemon juice, 7 1/2 cups of water, and stevia and stir until mixed
  4. Place in the refrigerator to chill until serving or serve over ice.
Recipe Notes

Vitamin C = 11.94% DV