Pomeranate and Cranberry Belllinis |
|
 |
Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 15 Minutes Servings: 12 |
|
When I was reading the Ultimate Thanksgiving Menu on this site, the very first recipe jumped out at me since I love pomegranate juice. I googled to see if I could find a recipe that didn't use cranberry sauce and this recipe was most frequently given. It comes from Giada De Laurentiis by way of Oprah. Oprah chose it for her 2008 Thanksgiving menu. This drink sounds totally tangy and refreshing and it recommended for calming your nerves if you are the head Thanksgiving chef! Ingredients:
1 cup ice |
1 1/2 cups simple syrup |
1 1/4 cups pomegranate juice, chilled |
1 cup cranberry juice, chilled |
1 (750 ml) botttle prosecco, chilled |
2 limes, thinly sliced |
1 bunch fresh mint, for garnish |
1/2 cup pomegranate seeds, for garnish |
Directions:
1. Place ice in a 6- to 8-cup capacity punch bowl. Add simple syrup, pomegranate juice, and cranberry juice, Stir well. Slowly pour in Prosecco. Garnish with lime slices, mint sprigs, and pomegranate seeds and serve.
2. Alternately, you may serve the bellinis from a pitcher. Make bellini mixture in a 6- to 8-cup pitcher. Divide pomegranate seeds between 12 champagne flutes, add 1 slice lime and 1 sprig of mint to each glass and pour bellini mixture into each.
3. To make Simple Syrup: In a saucepan combine 1 cup water with 1 cup sugar over medium heat. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sugar has dissolved. Take pan off heat and allow syrup to cool.
|
|