Blended Cherry Mojitos (Giada De Laurentiis) |
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Prep Time: 2 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 2 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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Ingredients:
1 pound bag frozen pitted cherries |
2 cups crushed ice, plus extra to serve |
1/2 cup packed fresh mint leaves |
1/3 cup fresh lime juice, from about 3 limes |
1 cup citrus flavored rum |
1 2/3 cups lime simple syrup, recipe follows |
lime wedges and fresh cherries, for garnish |
lime simple syrup |
2 cups sugar |
1 cup water |
3 limes, zested |
Directions:
1. Put the frozen cherries, crushed ice, mint leaves, lime juice, rum, and simple syrup in a blender. Blend until smooth.
2. Pour the mixture into chilled glasses and top with crushed ice. Garnish with lime wedges and cherries.
3. In a small saucepan, over medium heat, combine the sugar, water, and lime zest. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has dissolved. Remove the pan from the heat and allow the syrup to cool for 20 minutes. Strain before using.
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