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