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Watermelon Aqua Fresca Watermelon Aqua Fresca 1/4 c. ginger root, slices and peeled 1/4 c. sugar 1/4 c. lime juice 1/2 c. water 4 c. watermelon, peeled and cubed Fresh mint sprigs (for garnish) In a small bowl, combine ginger, sugar, lime juice and water. Bring to a boil and simmer until reduced by half. Allow to cool and strain. In the bowl of blender; combine watermelon cubes and reduced, strained ginger syrup. Blend until smooth but with a little texture still evident. Serve in chilled glasses with a spring of fresh mint, if desired. Note: Luscious, light and lively; delicious at any time of the day or night! Try it with other ripe melons such as honeydew or cantaloupe! Kathy and Lizzie have had a long and happy association with the School of Public Health. Kathy is a graduate from their masters program in nutrition science and Lizzie's husband, Brian received his MPH in the 60's and later returned to become a professor in Dental Public Health. Together Kathy & Lizzie enjoy working with Theresa Han Markey to help future dieticians learn the art of making delicious, nutritious food. -
Coffee Bavarian Cream with Ginger-Caramel Sauce Coffee Bavarian Cream with Ginger-Caramel Sauce Bavarian Cream: 1 Tbsp. gelatin, unflavored 1/4 cup cold water 2 egg yolks 1/2 cup sugar, granulated 1/4 tsp. salt 1/2 cup thin cream 1 tsp. vanilla extract 1/2 cup coffee, black, strong 2 egg whites 1 cup heavy cream Soften gelatin in cold water for 5 to 10 minutes. Beat egg yolks, add 1/4 cup of the sugar, and salt. Gradually add cream and softened gelatin. Cook over low heat until slightly thickened; add vanilla and coffee and mix well. Chill until slightly thickened. Beat egg whites until soft peaks form and gradually add the remaining sugar, beating until stiff. Whip cream until thickened and gently fold into coffee mixture along with the egg whites. Spoon into a 2-quart mold and chill until firm. Serve with Ginger-Caramel Sauce. Ginger-Caramel Sauce: 1 1/4 cups brown sugar, packed 3 Tbsp. hot water 3 Tbsp. corn syrup, light 2 tsp. ginger root, grated 1/4 cup butter 1/2 cup heavy cream 1 tsp. vanilla extract 1/3 cup pecans, toasted