A friend of mine just returned from a
trip to Lima, Peru to see her daughter and son-in-law. She came back
with tales of this wonderfully flavored water. The maid made this
for her and she was so taken with it's flavor that she had to pass it
on to me. So, thank you Teresa!
I usually make my flavored waters with citrus,
limes mostly, but the combination here is so fresh that no longer
will I make that boring one fruit water. Keep it in the refrigerator
and when you pour yourself a glass, refill the pitcher with more
water. Replenishing the pitcher each time will keep your fruit and
cucumbers fresh tasting, AND they will stay fresh in the pitcher for
about 5 days.
If you want to take some to a party,
bbq or gathering at the park, freeze the fruit mixture in regular
water and put that in your jug or better yet, a large clear glass
container with a spigot. It will keep the water cold plus look
amazing. You will be so clever!
All you need to make your own flavored water:
½ orange, sliced
½ cucumber, sliced
2-3 limes, sliced
2 'trees' (sprigs) of mint
Place all these ingredients in a 2
quart pitcher and add water. Refrigerate for about 30 minutes and
the water will have taken on some of the lovely flavors.
Make sure to scrub your fruit and
cucumbers with soap and water before you slice them. You certainly
don't want any unpleasant flavors from sprays, etc.
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