Thunder Roads Colorado Magazine Volume 10 - Issue 11 | Page 25

Tasty Recipes All of these recipes have been kitchen tested and biker approved. WATERMELON LIME DRINKS We first had a rendition of these at a restaurant in Evergreen, CO. I couldn’t wrestle the recipe out of the bartender, so I went to work on creating my own. They are refreshing and delicious non-alcoholic drinks. If you would like to make these more of an adult beverage add your favorite clear alcohol (Vodka, Gin, White Rum or Silver Tequila). 3 - 4 cups of 2” watermelon chunks 2 cups unflavored sparkling water 1/4 cup lime simple syrup (recipe below) Mint Sprigs and lime wheels for garnish Ice Lime Simple Syrup: 1/2 cup 1/4 cup 1/4 cup fresh lime juice (Don’t use the prepared lime juice in a bottle) Zest of 1 lime Procedure Simple Syrup Combine the sugar, water, lime juice, in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil, and stir to dissolve the sugar. Remove from the heat and allow to cool. Add the lime zest and chill in the refrigerator. Drink In a blender or food processor, puree the chunks of watermelon. In a pitcher, combine the watermelon puree, lime simple syrup, and sparkling water. Taste the mixture and add more simple syrup for additional sweetness and lime taste. Pour into glasses filled with ice and garnish with lime wheels and mint. ROSEMARY SHRIMP SKEWERS Several summers ago I had a rosemary plant that went absolutely nuts in my garden. I found a rendition of this recipe with a ton of ingredients, I switched it up to use Italian seasoning (I make my own and the recipe is included). These are a quick and easy meal or a great appetizer. 1 Lb Peeled and deveined shrimp 8 sprigs of rosemary 3 tsp Italian seasoning mix 2 Tbsp. red wine vinegar 2 Tbsp. Extra Virgin Olive oil Pinch of salt and pepper. Italian Seasoning Mix 1 Tbsp. dried oregano 1 Tbsp. dried basil 1 Tbsp. dried rosemary, crushed 1 Tbsp. dried marjoram 1 Tbsp. dried thyme 1 tsp. red pepper flakes (optional) Store in an airtight jar Procedure Cut 8 rosemary stems approximately 5 inches in length. Strip off the bottom leaves leaving approximately 3 inches of stem and the remaining leaves on top. Skewer 4 – 5 shrimp with the stem of each rosemary sprig. You can get more shrimp on the skewer if you “cuddle” (think Yin and Yang) the shrimp and skewer them together. Briefly, mix together the oil and vinegar. Place the shrimp skewers in the bottom of a leak proof container and pour the olive oil and vinegar on top of the shrimp. Sprinkle approximately two tsp of the Italian seasoning mix on top of the shrimp. Turn and sprinkle with another 1 tsp. Allow to chill in the fridge for 40 minutes. Heat the grill to medium and grill the skewers for 2 – 3 minutes per side. Don’t worry if the leaves get a little charred, it just adds flavor. Remove from the grill and serve. CUCUMBER ONION SALAD This is one of my all-time favorite recipes from when I was a kid. When I was little my family always ha