Sometimes when I am up late at night writing or doing homework, I will have the TV on in the background. It is a bad habit, but I swear this story about my weird little quirk will lead to a great THIRSTY THURSDAY, I promise. Brian and I were both on our computers, typing away and chatting, and all of the sudden, Bridesmaids appeared before our eyes. This is one of those movies where we stop what we are doing and watch because well… Bridesmaids. Hello.
One of my favorite scenes is when Kristen Wiig has a meltdown at Maya Rudolph’s elaborate Parisian shower. It is hysterical because it is so real to the human experience. We have all been in that moment. Who hasn’t had enough and just wanted to punch a hole in a giant cookie? Right before Kristen Wiig is banned from receiving a puppy, she is served some “fresh” pink lemonade. She wants to hate it, but she can’t.
So this week’s THIRSTY THURSDAY is a recipe for PINK LEMONADE that is so fresh you want to hate it, but you can’t.
So Fresh (You Wish You Could Hate It) Pink Lemonade (makes 1 pitcher)
1 cup fresh squeezed lemon juice
1 cup sugar
1 cup fresh raspberries
1 cup hot water
3 cups ice cold water
Mint for garnish
In a large measuring cup mix together hot water and sugar and stir until sugar is dissolved and set aside. Puree raspberries in a blender or food processor and strain to remove seeds. (NOTE: You may add a few tablespoons of water to blender for ease of pureeing berries).
In a pitcher, mix together lemon juice, sugar mixture, strained raspberry puree and ice water. Serve with ice and mint for garnish.
You’ll be saying, “Sh*t, that’s good,” just like Kristen Wiig. I was able to get the mint from our veggie garden, check out how it is progressing so far this season.
What is your favorite scene in Bridesmaids? Do you keep the TV on in the background too?
If you like summertime beverages, try these recipes for homemade lemonade or perfect sweet tea. Or for all things beverage related, check out the THIRSTY THURSDAY page for recipes for all kinds of drinks, cocktails, and all things drinkable!
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