Warm Weather Favorites!

TakeTheLeap · 02:53 AM

As the spring months continue and the summer months approach, the weather is getting warmer and I begin craving recipes (both food and drinks) that are light and refreshing.
We know the typical - ice cream treats, salads, burgers and hot dogs on the grill, etc.

I'll give one of my favorites which a friend of mine shared with me at the beach:
Low fat fruit "milkshakes." She's been dieting so instead of the typical ice cream shakes, this is one that she came up with:

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1/2 or 1 cup low fat/skim milk (depending on thickness preference)
1 banana (you can use other fruits and change the ratios depending on how fruity you like it!)
2-3 packets of sweet and low
Ice

Throw it all in (we used a Magic Bullet blender) and blend it until it's the perfect consistency, then drink and enjoy! It's definitely cheaper than buying ice cream (especially if you get fruit that's in season or on sale) and it's a LOT better for you.

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Another one we make in my family is strawberry shortcake, done a little differently

1 package of Grands Flaky Layers biscuits
2 pounds of fresh strawberries, cut (2 pounds feeds 4-6)
Sugar (you can eyeball this)
More sugar (in a bowl)
Amaretto (optional!)
Whipped cream

Cut strawberries (I usually cut each one into 4 pieces) and place in a large bowl. Pour some sugar in and mix together (start with a little bit and add more as necessary). Pour in 1-2 shots of amaretto (almond liqueur). Cover the bowl and place in refrigerator. Allow them to sit and create their own juice/syrup.
When ready to serve, roll biscuits in bowl of sugar until all are lightly coated. Then, bake in the oven according to package directions.
To serve: Split rolls in half while warm and pour strawberries and syrup over top. Top with whipped cream (we use the Reddi Wip original).

So, what are some of your favorite summertime dishes (either typical or aytpical)?

Jocelyn. · 01:37 PM

Strawberry shortcake.

EDIT: Since strawberry shortcake was edited in to the OP, I'll also add that warm weather reminds me of fair food... corn dogs and funnel cakes to be exact!

Palmolive · **Re: Warm Weather Favorites! -** April 29th 2011, 04:33 PM

The Morrigan · 11:10 PM

Sundaes <3

Juice!

Fruit Salads!

Edit : How could I forget...

Slushies!

TakeTheLeap · **Re: Warm Weather Favorites! -** April 29th 2011, 11:54 PM

Key lime pie!

Chef salad (with ranch, of course)!

Fresh watermelon! (Bahaha, I loved this picture!)

Corn on the cob!

MegaMadness · **Re: Warm Weather Favorites! -** April 30th 2011, 03:46 AM

I know this seems obvious but water. A nice icy cold glass of sparkling water. Nothing better on a hot day to me.

Pelios · **Re: Warm Weather Favorites! -** April 30th 2011, 05:39 AM

Raspado of Chamoy.
Best thing to have in a hot summer day.

Skatergirl · **Re: Warm Weather Favorites! -** May 2nd 2011, 08:43 PM

Wow all these mouth watering pictures.

I can't really think of anything too exciting, but for me fresh peaches, peas in a pod, and pickling cucumbers I love on a warm day.
I don't mean I enjoy pickling cucumbers. It's what they're called. They're a smaller cucumber.....for pickling, but I like to cut them in half and sprinkle salt on them lol.

Boobies · **Re: Warm Weather Favorites! -** May 3rd 2011, 09:14 AM

Pimms (of course =p)

And a nice cold glass of cider (no ice cubes though -_-)
What else do you need on a warm day?

Verità · 11:08 PM

To me, summer means one thing: sea salt ice cream. <3 It's the perfect combo of salty and sweet. :3

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Jocelyn. Offline Now fight. I've been here a while ******** Name: Joce Gender: Female Location: Paradise Posts: 1,129 Join Date: January 28th 2010	Re: Warm Weather Favorites! - April 29th 2011, 02:35 AM Strawberry shortcake. EDIT: Since strawberry shortcake was edited in to the OP, I'll also add that warm weather reminds me of fair food... corn dogs and funnel cakes to be exact! When reality is a prison, your mind can set you free. Last edited by Jocelyn.; April 29th 2011 at 01:37 PM.

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The Morrigan Offline Goddess of War Jeez, get a life! *********** Age: 19 Gender: Female Location: Scotland Posts: 5,588 Join Date: January 6th 2009	Re: Warm Weather Favorites! - April 29th 2011, 11:05 PM Sundaes <3 Juice! Fruit Salads! Edit : How could I forget... Slushies! Last edited by The Morrigan; April 29th 2011 at 11:10 PM.

TakeTheLeap Offline Member I've been here a while ******** Name: Emily Age: 22 Gender: Female Location: North Carolina Posts: 1,261 Join Date: January 5th 2009	Re: Warm Weather Favorites! - April 29th 2011, 11:54 PM Key lime pie! Chef salad (with ranch, of course)! Fresh watermelon! (Bahaha, I loved this picture!) Corn on the cob! “Don't get too comfortable with who you are at any given time. You may miss the opportunity to become who you want to be." ~Jon Bon Jovi

Pelios Offline on Pursuit of Happiness Outside, huh? ********** Name: Andrea Gender: Female Location: México Posts: 3,688 Join Date: January 17th 2009	Re: Warm Weather Favorites! - April 30th 2011, 05:39 AM Raspado of Chamoy. Best thing to have in a hot summer day. Everyone is born right-handed. Only the greatest overcome it.

Boobies Offline Führer of the sausage people I can't get enough ********* Name: keady Age: 19 Gender: Male Location: England Posts: 2,001 Join Date: January 6th 2009	Re: Warm Weather Favorites! - May 3rd 2011, 09:14 AM Pimms (of course =p) And a nice cold glass of cider (no ice cubes though -_-) What else do you need on a warm day? 'And in the garden, lust began The animal instinct, the wanton man She fed him with a hunger, an appetite And fillin' with emotion he took a bite' Def Leppard - Women

Verità Offline Formerly KeeperOfMysteries Senior TeenHelper ******* Name: Alice Gender: Female Location: Wonderland Posts: 759 Join Date: July 22nd 2010	Re: Warm Weather Favorites! - May 3rd 2011, 10:53 PM To me, summer means one thing: sea salt ice cream. <3 It's the perfect combo of salty and sweet. :3 ’Twas brillig, and the slithy toves Did gyre and gimble in the wabe; All mimsy were the borogoves, And the [mome raths] outgrabe. Last edited by Verità; May 3rd 2011 at 11:08 PM.

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