Mint – Barefoot Stiletto https://barefootstiletto.com Keep your feet on the ground and reach for the stars Thu, 13 Jun 2024 20:41:28 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.2 https://barefootstiletto.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/cropped-421564_120855864709743_171152364_n-32x32.jpg Mint – Barefoot Stiletto https://barefootstiletto.com 32 32 Watermelon Fruit Salad with Lime Mint Dressing https://barefootstiletto.com/2024/06/13/watermelon-fruit-salad-with-lime-mint-dressing/ Thu, 13 Jun 2024 20:41:28 +0000 https://barefootstiletto.com/?p=4605 Watermelon Fruit Salad with Lime Mint Dressing Creating a delicious and refreshing watermelon fruit salad […]

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Watermelon Fruit Salad with Lime Mint Dressing

Creating a delicious and refreshing watermelon fruit salad with lime mint dressing requires fresh, high-quality ingredients.

Here’s what you’ll need:

  • Watermelon: 4 cups, cubed
  • Strawberries: 1 cup, hulled and halved
  • Raspberries: 1 cup
  • Cherries: 1 cup, pitted and halved
  • Fresh mint leaves: Chopped, for garnish

For the Lime Mint Dressing:

  • Fresh lime juice: 2 tablespoons
  • Honey: 1 tablespoon
  • Lime zest: 1 teaspoon
    Fresh mint leaves: 2 tablespoons, finely chopped

Prepare the Dressing:

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, honey, and lime zest until well combined.
  2. Stir in the finely chopped mint leaves.

Assemble the Salad:

  1. In a large serving bowl, combine the watermelon cubes, strawberries, raspberries, and cherries

Drizzle the Dressing:

  1. Drizzle the lime mint dressing over the fruit.

Toss and Garnish:

  1. Gently toss the fruit to coat it evenly with the dressing.
  2. Garnish with additional fresh mint leaves.

Serve:

  1. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.

By following these instructions, you’ll create a refreshing and flavorful fruit salad that is perfect for any summer occasion. Enjoy the combination of sweet watermelon and tangy lime mint dressing for a delightful treat!

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Sauces and Dips https://barefootstiletto.com/2024/03/15/sauces-and-dips/ Sat, 16 Mar 2024 03:58:38 +0000 https://barefootstiletto.com/?p=3960 Sauces and Dips

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Sauces and Dips

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Peppermint Tart https://barefootstiletto.com/2023/12/18/peppermint-tart/ Mon, 18 Dec 2023 05:47:19 +0000 https://barefootstiletto.com/?p=2344 Peppermint Tart Ingredients 200g Bakers Tennis® biscuits 150g Cadbury’s Mint Crisp Chocolate 150g Nestle Peppermint […]

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Peppermint Tart

Ingredients

  • 200g Bakers Tennis® biscuits
  • 150g Cadbury’s Mint Crisp Chocolate
  • 150g Nestle Peppermint Crisp Chocolate
  • 385g Nestlé Caramel Treat (13.4 fl oz)
  • Half a can 177ml of 354ml Evaporated Milk (6 fl oz of 12 fl oz)
  • 454g Maraschino Cherries (16 oz)
  • 6 Bananas ripe
  1. Melt Cadbury’s Mint Crisp Chocolate in microwave on grease proof / wax / baking paper, take care not to overcook and burn the chocolate.
  2. Mix melted Cadbury’s Mint Crisp Chocolate, caramel and evaporated milk together.
  3. Slice Maraschino Cherries in half and stir into chocolate caramel mixture.
  4. Place a single layer of tennis Biscuits at bottom of a pudding dish or casserole dish.
  5. Slice bananas into slivers and place a layer on top of the Tennis Biscuits.
  6. Pour a layer of the mixture over banana layer.
  7. Continue to layer the Tennis Biscuits, bananas and mixture finishing with a layer of chocolate caramel mixture.
  8. Crush Nestle Mint Crisp Chocolate and sprinkle a layer over top of mixture.
  9. Refrigerate for a few hours or overnight.
  10. Serve and enjoy.
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Mint Chocolate Chip Martini https://barefootstiletto.com/2023/12/14/mint-chocolate-chip-martini/ Thu, 14 Dec 2023 09:12:55 +0000 https://barefootstiletto.com/?p=2242 Mint Chocolate Chip Martini Indulge in the Mint Chocolate Chip Martini, a decadent cocktail that […]

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Mint Chocolate Chip Martini

Indulge in the Mint Chocolate Chip Martini, a decadent cocktail that artfully marries the refreshing zest of mint with the rich allure of chocolate. This luxurious drink is a delightful twist on the classic martini, offering a unique blend of creamy textures and invigorating flavors. It features a harmonious mix of smooth vodka, sweet crème de cacao, and vibrant crème de menthe, topped with velvety half-and-half. Each sip is a journey through layers of flavor, culminating in a garnish of whipped cream, chocolate shavings, and a fresh mint leaf. Perfect for dessert lovers, this martini is a sophisticated, yet playful, treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

  • 1.5 oz whipped cream flavored vodka
  • 1/2 oz creme de cocoa
  • 1/2 oz creme de menthe
  • 2 oz half and half or milk
  • Whipped Cream for topping
  • Chocolate Shavings for topping
  • Mint leaves for garnish

Instructions

  1. Place ice in a cocktail shaker or mason jar.
  2. Combine vodka, creme de cocoa, creme de menthe, and half-and-half.
  3. Shake energetically for a brief period.
  4. Strain into martini glasses, finishing with a whipped cream dollop, chocolate shavings, and a mint leaf garnish.
  5. Serve immediately.
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