Basil Garlic Parmesan SauceNormally you'll need pine nuts or some nut alternative for pesto but I don't have any on hand. I omit the nuts and it still tastes as good.
Cucumber Lemon Ginger Flat Belly DrinkMy mother got me hooked on this easy to make drink that helps with digestion, constipation, and belly bloat. You just need to pop the 3 ingredients in water overnight, refrigerate, then drink throughout the next day. The antioxidants are excellent, as well. I just came off being sick for several weeks and this really helped flush everything out.
Homemade Fruit and Veggie Turmeric JuiceHealthy and delicious juice, that is loaded with health benefits for your eyes, liver, antioxidants, and vitamins. My family and I make enough to drink for the entire week!
Pressure Cooker TeaA strong tea that can be made for a crowd. Serve hot or cold, sweetened or unsweetened. Recipe is for 1 gallon, and can easily be reduced. I'm going to experiment with all different flavors of tea for the summer!
Refrigerator Iced TeaThis is so easy and economical to make that you will find you will always want to have a pitcher of this refreshing drink.
Fresh Fruit Infused WaterEveryone needs to stay hydrated. There is no better way than good old water. Well if you are like me, you don't like plain old water. I made my own fresh fruit infused water that I like better.
Healthy Egg Cream SodaEnjoy a cool egg cream drink for the summer using local organic milk from a farmer's market!
Apple Pie Vinegar DrinkI had been drinking apple cider vinegar mixed with water every day to keep my blood sugar down and weight off. It's worked miraculously, but it was always a pinch-my-nose-and-chug it effort. Now I turn it into this delicious apple pie drink. The lovely spices do a great job of covering up the vinegar, but you still get all the amazing health benefits.
Pineapple Mint Vitamin WaterThe sweetest of the bunch! You can use canned pineapple, but I prefer fresh cut up pineapple.
Cucumber Thyme Vitamin WaterIf you are looking for a vitamin water that is less fruity give this one a try!
Apple, Cinnamon, and Clove Vitamin WaterThis vitamin water tastes best after sitting for a day, unless you really mash up the apples. Otherwise it has a very delicate taste.
Citrus Cinnamon Vitamin WaterToss out those crappy chemical and sugar riddled 'vitamin waters' and sports drinks! None of them are good for you. Instead try making your own.
Berry Mint Vitamin WaterThe only limit is your imagination when it comes to varieties of vitamin waters. Water is the one thing none of us drink enough of. Some people can't stand that water doesn't really have much of a taste. Water alone doesn't keep you hydrated. You need vitamins and minerals and electrolytes.
Cherry 7-Up FloatThis yummy float is a great alternative to a root beer float. Their fun pink color makes them a great treat for Valentine's day or for a little girl's birthday party. :)
Beetroot LemonadeThis is a wonderful nutritious lemonade with no refined sugar and it tastes like pink lemonade! It's easy, fast and inexpensive to make. Loved by all ages. You'll get a little bit of fiber and lots of vitamin C!
Cheesecake MilkshakeThis is a recipe for a milkshake made out of a slice of cheesecake.
Coffee Ice Cream FloatAny instant coffee or vanilla ice cream will do, but I highly suggest French roast flavored instant coffee and Haagen-Dazs brand vanilla ice cream ;-)
Strawberry LimeadeThis is great for when you have guests or are just wanting a drink. It tastes great.
Brazilian LemonadeOkay, this is called lemonade but limes are used instead? That's because true Brazilian lemons taste like limes. And, yes, creamy sweet milk makes this drink taste awesome!
Caramel FrappuccinoSomeone was just asking for a Caramel Frappucino recipe so thought should share with everyone. Here's the recipe I've used for quite awhile.
Lemon Mint CrusherYou may also freeze mint leaf with ice, as shown below. This will give a new vibe of colour as the ice cube floats in the drink.
Darby's DelightI don't know where this recipe gets it's name from, but it is truly a delight! The fruit in this is outstanding!
Homemade GatoradeSince it is flu season, here is a recipe for Gatorade. Great to drink when you cannot keep anything else down.
Cherry LimeadeI know it sounds crazy to buy two jars of maraschino cherries just for the juice but you can garnish this beverage with some of those cherries and use the rest to make cherry cobbler, make cherry cookies, use in fruit salads, or dehydrate for snacks.
Orange FrostyA yummy, fruity summer drink.
Strawberry LimeadeIn a blender, combine strawberries, water, lime juice, and sugar, blending until sugar dissolves. Serve over ice.
Melon CoolerPuree all ingredients in food processor or blender. Chill.
Cranberry WhipCombine all ingredients in a blender food processor. Cover and process until well combined. Pour into glasses and serve.
Fruity Summer CoolerMix honey, limeade concentrate, and poppy seed in medium bowl. Carefully toss fruit with honey mixture. Sprinkle with almonds.
Designated DriverMix in a blender until smooth. Serve in a hurricane glass with an orange
slice and a strawberry.
Purple CowGreat for parties! Combine the first three ingredients with 1 scoop of ice cream together in a blender. Blend until smooth, pour into glasses and add a scoop of ice cream on top.
Citrus Collins Mocktail
Fill a 10-12 oz. glass with ice. Add first three ingredients then fill with club soda. Garnish with 1/2 orange slice and a cherry.
Holly Berry Beverage (Non-Alcoholic)In a blender, blend raspberries and cranberry juice. Set aside. This will be the red layer.
Sugar-Free Iced Chai LattesOur family decided to cut out soda and fruit juices because of the high sugar, calories, and cost. But milk and water were getting a little boring, so I started experimenting with iced teas.
Strawberry Banana Orange JuliusCombine all ingredients except ice cubes in blender. Blend for about 1-2 minutes, adding ice cubes one at a time.
Grandmother's LemonadeWash lemons and oranges and slice into rounds. Put in large pan (big enough to hold 2 plus gallons). Add 2 cups of sugar sprinkling over tops of fruit. Add enough hot water to just cover the top and mash with a potato masher.
Arnold PalmerEasy thirst quencher invented by golfer, Arnold Palmer. This is how we make a batch to keep in fridge. We love it.
Limeade CoolerI love the Limeade drinks from Sonic Drive-In and was glad to find this recipe.
Aunt Frances' LemonadeIt is different and would be very refreshing on a hot day in a tall glass filled with ice, or even frozen until slushy to eat with a spoon!
Classic LemonadeJust in time for the 4th of July and all other summer celebrations for that matter. Nothing is better than homemade!
Orange FloatRemember those simple yummy Root Beer Floats? Well, I haven't had one in decades and was craving one but didn't have any root beer on hand. I do keep orange soda, which I love, and vanilla ice cream on hand!
Apple Spice SpritzerCombine apple juice concentrate, fruit and spices in saucepan. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Simmer, covered, for 15 minutes; strain juice into pitcher. Chill in refrigerator.
Non-Alcoholic Strawberry DaiquiriBlend strawberries and lemonade together in blender. Add ice and 7-Up as desired.
Fruit TeaBring sugar and water to boil. Add tea and fruit juices. Strain and add vanilla and almond.
Eggless Eggnog (Sugar and Fat Free)A great delicious recipe for those who love eggnog but need to watch their fat and sugar content. Combine all dry ingredients and mix well until smooth and thoroughly mixed. Add milk and vanilla mix with mixer until smooth and creamy.
Blueberry Ice SquaresThis makes a large pan for company.
Bubba's Lemonade 101Pour lemon and lime juice into a pitcher, add sugar and stir until dissolved. Add ice cubes and water and stir. Serve in tumblers.
Easy Lemon Iced TeaVery easy and low calorie. Put the 2 bags of tea in a pitcher and fill to the top with cold water. Let sit in fridge for at least 1/2 hour (I have left it overnight and still good)
Aguas FrescasRefreshing and healthful fresh fruit drinks for summer from Mexico. Combine all ingredients in a blender and whirl 'til smooth. Pour into tall glasses and serve. (If making in advance, skip ice cubes.
Refreshing Citrus SlushCombine pineapple and orange juice concentrate. Add frozen lemonade and bananas. Stir well and freeze overnight. Stir again, as banana slices will have floated to the top.
Banana Pineapple FreezeIn a saucepan, over medium heat, bring sugar and water to a boil. Let cool and pour into a freezer container. Add all the juices, juice concentrate and bananas.
Cherry PhosphateCherry phosphates are as American as apple pie - and this diner staple can be made at home, too. Try making a phosphate to spice up a burger and fries dinner.
Strawberry MilkshakesPulse all of the ingredients in a blender until the ice cream begins to break down, about 5 pulses, then blend on high until completely smooth.
Non-Fat Coffee Cola FloatIn a large glass (30 oz. if possible), put in about crushed ice and coffee. Fill the remainder of the cup with your favorite cola and stir well. You need the tall glass because it will really foam up!
Lemonade MixCook sugar and water over low heat. Boil 5 minutes. Pour over mint leaves and orange peel. Let cool. Add juices. Cover and let stand 1 hour.
Berry Patch FreezeMix all ingredients in order and freeze.
Cranberry Citrus QuencherThis is a quick beverage to make it a friend comes over or for a small party.
Mock Mint JulepIn a bowl, combine the water, sugar, lemon juice and mint; stir well. Let stand for at least 45 minutes. Strain and discard mint. Place ice cubes in two 2 qt. pitchers; add half of the lemon mixture and ginger ale to each.
Easy Egg NogIn large bowl, combine milk, egg substitute, sugar and extracts; stir until sugar is dissolved. Cover; refrigerate until ready to serve.
Fruity FrostiesPlace ice cream or yogurt into a blender container. Add the fruit juice, put the lid on the container, and mix until smooth and creamy.
Orange Eggnog FloatBeat eggs and sugar together until light and lemon colored. Stir in water, orange concentrate, and lemon juice. Place scoops of ice cream in punch bowl; pour juice mixture over ice cream.
French Vanilla Cinnamon Bun FrappePlace all ingredients in blender on high for 45 seconds.
Icy Fruit SlushiesRecipe for Icy Fruit Slushies. Place ice cubes in ziploc baggy. With meat mallet or rolling pin. Crush ice cubes. Place in blender. . .
Sorbet CocktailRecipe for Sorbet Cocktail. Hull strawberries and place in blender. Break bananas into chunks and place in blender. . .
Dreamsicle Drink MixRecipe for Dreamsicle Drink Mix. Mix all ingredients well. To use, mix 3 Tbsp. mix to 1 cup boiling water; top with marshmallows. To serve cold, place a scoop of vanilla ice cream. . .
Pineapple-Banana CoolerRecipe for Pineapple-Banana Cooler. Cut bananas into small chunks. Wrap in aluminum foil and freeze 2 hours. . .
Peaches-N-Cream CoolerRecipe for Peaches-N-Cream Cooler. Place all ingredients in blender. Cover and blend until smooth. . .
Easy Strawberry LemonadeUse good old dry powder mix for your lemonade - I prefer Country Time, but any will do. Then, go over to the alcoholic mixers, but you won't be going to get drunk.
Good Morning Orange SplashGood Morning Orange Splash recipe... Combine first 5 ingredients in blender. Process at high speed
add ice cubes...
Frosty Orange CoolerPour about 1/2 cup Orange juice into each of 4 tall glasses add scoop orange sherbet...
Boston Iced TeaBoston Iced Tea recipe. Heat water to boiling. Add sugar. Stir until dissolved. Add tea bags and let steep 4-5 minutes. Remove tea bags add juice concentrate...
Non Alcoholic Strawberry MargaritaNon Alcoholic Strawberry Margarita recipe. Place all ingredients in blender and blend until well mixed and thick...
Coral CoolersIf you are looking for a punch to serve at your party, this one is sure to be enjoyed.
Watermelon-Lemonade CoolerWatermelon-Lemonade Cooler recipe. Process watermelon in batches in blender until smooth. Combine lemonade and mint sprigs and cook in a saucepan over medium heat for 10 minutes.
Cool-N-Creamy Coffee FreezePour 1 cup milk into large measuring cup. Add enough ice to measure 3 cups. Pour into blender. . .
Peppermint PunchPour the soda into a small glass and stir in food coloring. Top with the frozen yogurt and sprinkle the candy on top upon serving.
Tree Lime FloatTop a glass of ginger ale/lime soda with a scoop of lime sherbert.
Mint Iced TeaSteep tea bags in boiling water for 5 minutes. Discard tea bags and cool. Pour tea into pitcher add cranberry juice and lemonade concentrate. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
Yellow BirdsCombine all ingredients in blender and blend until frothy. Stir well. Serve over ice.
Fresh Strawberry CoolerThis is a yummy summer drink treat! The kids will love it!
Homemade Citrus Sports DrinkThis is an easy to make alternative to some of the name brand sports drinks. If you are exercising for more than 30 minutes you may benefit from a fluid-replacement sports drink.
