KRT SOUTH
By Cynthia Ann Briscoe<
Southern Living
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Our fixings are a breeze to prepare and ideal for a backyard picnic with friends. No fancy recipes, just simple foods with minimal cleanup. Greet your guests with a strawberry-lemonade slush to beat the heat.
Strawberry-Lemonade Slush
Makes about 2 quarts
Prep: 20 min., Stand: 30 min.
Fresh lemon juice offers a tart tang to this beverage.
2 (16-ounce) containers fresh strawberries, sliced
1 ½ cups sugar
2 cups water
1 ½ cups fresh lemon juice (about 6 to 9 medium lemons)
4 cups ice cubes
Stir together sliced strawberries and sugar; let stand 30 minutes.
Process half of strawberry mixture, 1 cup water, ¾ cup lemon juice, and 2 cups ice in a blender until smooth. Repeat procedure with remaining ingredients. Serve immediately.
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