Wartime Wednesdays: 20th Anniversary Edition - Veranda Punch

"Fruit beverages are particularly valuable in the diet. They should be served more frequently than any of the others except milk. The time has passed when we think of them as only formal or semi-formal occasions or the warmest Summer days. They offer most desirable minerals, are rich in vitamins, and, because of the sugar used to sweeten them, are fairly high in fuel value. Most of the fruit-juices have a wholesome laxative effect. In the Summer they make refreshing drinks; through the Winter, the juices that have been bottled during the warmer months plus the fresh juices available from the citrus fruits are a source of vitamins and minerals, which may be so lacking in the diet at that time; and in the Spring they are most valuable stimulants to the jaded appetite. The tang of their acid flavor and their attractive color make them welcome additions to the table."

The Victory Binding of the American Woman's Cook Book; Wartime Edition --- published 1943

A nice way to wrap up our (for now) return to WW; a bright, tangy punch!

Mixing the juices of fresh lemons and oranges and simple sirup (their spelling), add hot tea, then cool.

When ready to serve, add ginger ale and charged water.  

Garnish with slices of oranges and lemons if desired. 

This was nice! Like...a jacked up Arnold Palmer.  

(The glasses are not only vintage, but made in my hometown. There's a matching punch bowl, too!)

The Simple Things

Shirley Temple Float

It's summer.

The a/c units are running pretty much full time.

Step outside, and you're instantly gasping for air because it's so darn muggy.

The tomatoes aren't quite ready yet. The corn is close. Same for cantaloupes and peaches. 

 

But it is definitely summer.

 

 

Which means a constant quest to stay hydrated.

 

I'm perfectly happy with some flavored water. Or tea - hot or cold. 

 

Sometimes, though, you want a little more. Something special.

 

That doesn't necessarily mean 'extra', though. It can still be simple.

 

Like this Shirley Temple Float.

We're talking about four ingredients. But four ingredients that come together to make something wonderful.

Not too sweet, refreshing & come on - fun.

Happy Summer.