Tasty Tuesday: Cucumber Punch

'Tis the season for lemonade!

The classic, refreshing summertime drink, in a tall clear glass...can't you just hear the ice clinking now?

Ahhh.

Well, let's twist it up a bit!


Introducing Cucumber Punch: just as refreshing (I think, anyway!) as lemonade, easy to make, and an interesting taste! I came across this recipe in a recent Healthy Cooking magazine (by Taste of Home), used it at a get-together, and loved it! Enjoy!


Cucumber Punch

• 2 medium cucumbers
• 3 cups water
• 1 can (12 ounces) frozen lemonade concentrate, thawed
• 2 liters diet ginger ale, chilled
• 4-1/2 cups diet citrus soda (ex: Diet Sprite), chilled

With a zester or fork, score cucumbers lengthwise; cut width-wise into thin slices. In a large pitcher, combine water and lemonade concentrate; add cucumbers. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
Just before serving, transfer cucumber mixture to a punch bowl; stir in ginger ale and grapefruit soda. Yield: 25 servings (4-3/4 quarts).