2.16.2011

Raspberry-Ginger Wine Coolers





This has become one of my favorite specialty wine recipes. It's fantastic for parties, get togethers, or just topping off the end of a great day.

It's really simple, you'll need:

1 bag of frozen raspberries
1/2 c honey
1/2 c water
2 tsp grated fresh ginger root
1 bottle dry white wine such as Chardonnay, chilled (I used barefoot)

1. Combine raspberries, honey, water and ginger in large microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on HIGH 2-3 minutes or until warm, stirring halfway through. Place fine-mesh strainer over small bowl and pour raspberry mixture into strainer. Press mixture lightly with scraper/spatula to extract as much raspberry syrup as possible. Discard raspberry pulp and seeds.

2. Pour wine into serving pitcher. Stir raspberry syrup into wine. Refrigerate 2 hours or until cold. Serve over crushed ice.

Yield: 4 servings

Enjoy!!

Laura Brittania

recipe from Pampered Chef, pampered chef online, www.pamperedchef.com