Summer 2019

Juicy Watermelon Sorbet

Ingredients:

3 cups water

3 cups sugar

1/4 cup lime juice

4 cups cubed seeded watermelon

Directions:

Step 1:

Heat water and sugar in a saucepan over medium-high heat until sugar has dissolved, stirring occasionally. Allow to cool. Place watermelon in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth. Whisk watermelon, lime juice, and syrup together in a large bowl. Cover and chill in the refrigerator. Step 2: Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and freeze according to manufacturer's

directions until it reaches "soft-serve" consistency. Transfer sorbet to a one or two quart

lidded plastic container; cover surface with plastic wrap and seal. For best results, sorbet

should ripen in the freezer for at least 2 hours or overnight.

Healthful Summer Tips:

• Use U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jackets on the water.

• Put on sunscreen and a wide-brimmed hat to protect your skin

from the sun.

• Drink plenty of water even if you don’t feel thirsty.

• Put on insect repellent.

Summer Grilling Tips:

Use a food thermometer to ensure meat is cooked hot enough to kill harmful germs.

When smoking, keep temperatures inside the smoker at 225°F to 300°F.

145°F – pork, lamb, and veal (stand-time of 3 minutes at this temperature)

145°F – fish

160°F – ground beef

165°F – poultry and leftovers

5 Tips to eat more fruits and veggies this Summer:

1. Make half your plate fruits and vegetables. 2. Grab fresh or dried fruit to eat on the go. 3. Bring cut-up vegetables or fruit from home. 4. Add fruits and vegetables to your favorite recipe or snack.

Easy tips to drink more water this Summer:

Water helps your body: • Keep your temperature normal • Lubricate and cushion joints • Protect your spinal cord and other sensitive tissues • Get rid of wastes through urination, perspiration, and bowel movements.

Your body needs more water when you are:

• In hot climates • More physically active • Running a fever • Having diarrhea or vomiting

Upcoming Dates for Summer:

• June 17th—Dairy Recipe Contest at 9:30 a.m.

Each recipe must contain at least 2 dairy products.

Categories: Appetizer, Main Dish, Desserts.

Please bring the recipe with your name and club on the back.

• June 17th—FCE County Council meeting 9:30am

• July 23rd— FCE Picnic at Hyder Burks Pavilion 11 a.m.

Cultural Arts & Fashion Revue registration at 10 a.m.

Cultural Arts categories available from Michelle.

Remember everyone please bring a covered dish.

• August 1-10th– Putnam County Fair—August 3rd entry day for all items

Happy Summer!

Michelle Parrott

FCS agent

Check out our social media for more information.

Facebook: UT Extension – Putnam County extension.Tennessee.edu/putnam