A perfect summertime drink

Pineapple Agua Fresca (adapted from Bon Appetit)

Makes 3 pitchers (approx 30 cups).

2 pineapples

10 cups water

1 cup sugar

1bottle (1.25 liters) sparkling water (I used orange flavor)

1 bottle (1.75 liters) Vodka

limes

ginger

Slice and puree the pineapple with sugar (in batches). Add water and let soak overnight. The original recipe called for about 6 teaspoons grated ginger. I added about 2 teaspoons sliced ginger so the ginger flavor was very subtle.

Stain pineapple mix, add limes (juice from 1-2 per pitcher). Over ice pour 1/3 each pineapple mix, sparkling water and vodka into 10-12 cup pitcher. Garnish with line or pineapple slice. Enjoy!

BBQ for the team

Well no pictures but a drink recipe worth repeating.

Menu for 30

Pineapple Agua Fresca (adapted from Bon Appetit)
Red and Gold Roasted Beet "bites" with goat cheese
Watermelon Gazpacho
Cantaloupe,Bocconcni and Prosciutto Salad
Green beans w/blue cheese and lemon
Burger Bar w/choice of meats, breads and toppings
Turkey Herb or Basic Beef Burgers (and veggie burgers standing by)
Caramelized Balsamic Onions
Blue or Gorgonzola cheese
Tricolor roasted red peppers
Sauteed Mushrooms
Tzatziki
Cheddar, Swiss or Jalapeno Jack cheese slices
Lettuce, Tomato, Pickles and Onions
Assorted buns and pita

Rhubarb Cheesecake Bites

Burger bars are a great way to allow for the traditional and adventurous eaters to co exist happily. Happy with mustard and pickles-done, want a Greek flavored burger-done, want to create something totally new-done. Easy to make and easy to server.