Thursday, February 19, 2009

Pink Magnolia


I know it's been a long week, and even though you want to snuggle into a cocoon this Friday evening, I'd like you to do the following:
  1. Buy some good cheeses. I suggest three, a soft, semisoft, and hard cheese. Then pair up the cheese with some good crackers and salami.

  2. Call some friends - you know, the ones who always boost your spirits. Invite them over after work tonight.

  3. Prepare a nice cocktail. I suggest The Greasy Skillet's current favorite cocktail, a Pink Magnolia. This cocktail is a fresh, crisp drink that's perfect for renewing spirits

Tonight's about you reconnecting with what's important and reestablishing your own rhythm going into the weekend. I know you can muster enough energy to do this. If you can't do it for yourself, do it for others.


Pink Magnolia
(Adapted from the book Frank Stitt's Bottega Favorita: A Southern Chef's Love Affair with Italian Food)


Ingredients:

  • 1 part gin
  • 1 part apple juice
  • 1 part cranberry juice
  • wedges of lime and frozen raspberries for garnish.

Direction:

  1. Mix all liquid ingredients.
  2. Pour and garnish with lime wedge and raspberries
  3. Serve and enjoy.
cheers,
muddy


2 comments:

rebel said...

That sounds like a great idea, I think I'll do that, but my cocktail will have to be made with vodka 'cause I can't drink gin. Thanks for the drink recipe.

Kate said...

That looks very tasty right now.

I second your longing for spring. I think it is getting colder here everyday somehow.