We are officially – and literally – getting into the dog days of summer, and our new SIP Series episode on The Stir Podcast is all about film’s most iconic four-legged stars!
The Binge Besties – host Trish Muyco-Tobin and guest co-host Debbie Baldwin – are back with another must-see movie list; and this time around, dogs are in the spotlight!
Movie maven extraordinaire Debbie has once again compiled her Top 11 list, from classics such as “Lady and the Tramp” to oddball favorites like “Best in Show.” Plus, a cameo from Pebbles Baldwin, Debbie’s adorable puggle who may – or may not be – ready for her close-up.
Watch Volume 11 of the SIP (Shelter in Place) Series on The Stir here
And to keep your cool in the summer heat, we bring you an absolute afternoon delight for this week’s signature sweet treat: Watermelon Limeade Cooler!
This oh-so-fruity, refreshing drink comes together within minutes, courtesy of your blender. Add a splash of rum or tequila for a grown-up elixir. We can’t think of a better way to treat yourself – enjoy!
WATERMELON LIMEADE COOLER
Ingredients
- 4 cups seedless watermelon, cut into chunks
- Juice from 4 limes
- Lime zest from 1 lime, finely grated (optional)
- 1/4 to 1/3 cup sugar, depending on sweetness of watermelon
- 1/2 cup cold water
- 3 cups ice
- Lime slices and coarse sea salt for garnish (optional)
- Ice cubes or crushed iced (optional)
Directions
- Put all ingredients in a blender, blend for 30 to 40 seconds or until smooth.
- To garnish: Place 1/4 cup of sea salt on a small plate. Moisten the rim of a tall glass by rubbing a slice of lime around both sides of it. Dip the rim into the plate of salt and twist the glass around to coat evenly.
- Fill glass with watermelon cooler; add ice cubes or crushed ice, if desired. Garnish with lime slice.
- Serve immediately.
