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]]>Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/2 cup butter
- 3 large eggs
- 2 cups flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 3/4 cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F and apply cooking spray to a baking tray. Add butter, sugar, and lemon zest to a large bowl and use a hand mixer to combine. Add the eggs to the mix, one at a time, and beat each one before adding the next. Add vanilla to the mix.
- In a separate bowl, mix baking powder, baking soda, flour, and salt. Mix these ingredients in with the other bowl and add buttermilk.
- Pour the mixture onto the baking tray and bake for about 55 minutes. Allow to cool.
- Whisk the powdered sugar and lemon juice together in a small bowl. Drizzle over the cake once cooled.
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]]>Bee’s Knees Cocktail
Cool and trendy, this sassy cocktail’s name says it all. Invented back in the Prohibition Era, the Bee’s Knees Cocktail contains a prominent combination of gin and honey syrup, bringing bitterness and sweetness together in this juicy beverage.
Classic Sidecar
With its instantly recognizable orange hue and sugar-coated cocktail glass rim, the Classic Sidecar is sure to be a delicious treat that will be the centerpiece of any party. This scrumptious cocktail is perfect for when you’re short on time, taking just five minutes to prepare.
Tom Collins
If you love sipping on a sparkling lemonade during a mild spring afternoon, then this cocktail is for you. Easily recognizable thanks to its red maraschino cherry, Tom Collins is a suave yet simple cocktail, taking just two steps to prepare.
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]]>Firstly, lemon water is a fantastic source of Vitamin C, a crucial antioxidant that helps in fighting free radicals, reducing the risk of cardiovascular diseases, and boosting your immune system. This vitamin is also instrumental in synthesizing collagen, essential for maintaining skin health. Thus, a daily dose of lemon water could lead to brighter, clearer skin.
Hydration is another key benefit. While water is the best way to stay hydrated, the added lemon flavor may encourage more frequent sipping, ensuring you meet your daily hydration needs. Hydration is vital for maintaining energy levels, brain function, and overall body balance.
Lemon water also aids digestion. The acidic nature of lemon can kick-start your digestive system, helping your body break down food more efficiently. This can lead to reduced bloating and improved gut health.
For those watching their weight, lemon water can be a supportive ally. It’s low in calories and can promote fullness, reducing the tendency to snack excessively.
Moreover, lemon water helps in maintaining a healthy pH balance in the body. Despite its acidic nature, lemon turns alkaline in the body, which can help in reducing acidity and inflammation.
In conclusion, incorporating lemon water into your daily routine can have significant positive impacts on your health. From boosting your immune system to aiding in digestion, this simple drink is a powerhouse of benefits. So, why not give it a try?
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]]>Ingredients:
- 1 1/4 cups of all-purpose flour
- 1 cup of unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 2 1/4 cup of granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3-4 tablespoons ice water
- 1/4 cup of cornstarch
- 1 1/2 cups of water
- 4 large egg yolks
- 4 large egg whites
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/2 cup of fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
- In a food processor, combine flour, sugar, and salt. Add cold, cubed butter and pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, pulsing until the dough starts to come together.
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface, shape it into a disk, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. Roll out the chilled dough and fit it into a pie dish. Trim excess and crimp the edges. Prick the bottom with a fork and chill for another 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Blind bake the crust with parchment and pie weights for 15 minutes, then remove weights and bake for an additional 10 minutes until golden.
- In a saucepan, whisk together sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Gradually add water, whisking to avoid lumps. Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly until it thickens.
- In a separate bowl, whisk egg yolks. Gradually whisk in some of the hot sugar mixture to temper the eggs. Pour the egg mixture back into the saucepan and cook until it thickens. Remove from heat and stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, and butter. Pour the lemon filling into the baked pie crust.
- In a clean, dry bowl, beat egg whites with cream of tartar until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar, one tablespoon at a time, and continue beating until glossy stiff peaks form. Add vanilla extract and gently fold in.
- Spoon the meringue over the lemon filling, making sure it reaches the crust to create a seal. Use the back of a spoon to create peaks on the meringue.
- Bake the pie at 350°F (175°C) for about 15 minutes or until the meringue is golden brown. Allow the pie to cool completely before refrigerating for at least 4 hours. Slice and enjoy the tangy sweetness of your homemade lemon meringue pie!
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]]>Zesty Flavor Boost
Lemon peels are packed with essential oils and an intense citrus flavor. Grate or finely chop the zest and add it to your favorite recipes, desserts, marinades, or salad dressings for an instant flavor upgrade.
Refreshing Lemon Infused Water
Add a twist to your daily hydration by infusing water with lemon peels. Simply place a few strips of lemon peel in your water bottle or pitcher and let it sit for a refreshing and flavorful twist.
Lemon Zest Ice Cubes
Freeze grated lemon zest with water in ice cube trays to have lemon zest readily available for your recipes. These zesty ice cubes can be used to flavor beverages, soups, sauces, and more.
Citrus Vinegar
Transform ordinary vinegar into a citrus-infused wonder by steeping lemon peels in a jar of white vinegar for a few weeks. Use this fragrant concoction for cleaning, disinfecting, or even as a salad dressing ingredient.
Citrus Sugar Scrub
Combine finely ground lemon zest with sugar and olive oil to create an invigorating and rejuvenating DIY citrus sugar scrub. It’s perfect for exfoliating your skin and leaving it feeling soft and revitalized.
Aromatherapy Oil
Create your own invigorating aromatherapy oil by infusing lemon peels in a carrier oil, such as jojoba or sweet almond oil. Use it for massages, add it to a bath, or simply inhale the uplifting citrus scent.
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]]>The Nutritional Value of Lemon
First and foremost, lemon is an amazing source of vitamin C. It provides over 60% of the daily recommended intake of vitamin C per 100g serving. Other than that, it also contains fiber, potassium, vitamin B6, and a huge amount of phytochemicals. Phytochemical compounds that are often found in citrus fruits and have different health benefits, possibly even protecting cells from cancer.
Ways to Combine Lemon into Your Daily Diet
There are many ways to make sure you consume lemons on a regular basis. From the more common ones like squeezing it and using it in your salad dressing or chicken to some tasty dessert options like lemon pudding, lemon tart or lemon puffs. Of course, if you’re a fan of the super-sour natural taste of lemon, you can also open your day with a fresh cup of lemon juice.
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]]>Lemon Pie
Yee’s lemon pie owes its delicious taste to freshly squeezed lemon juice, and you can make it even better by using meringue cookies and macarons as a topping.
Lemon Cookies
If you’re obsessed with decorating cookies with icing, you have to try this recipe. In addition to tasting delicious, these cookies look just like lemon slices and that’s part of their charm.
Lemon Coconut Mousse Cake
Mousse cakes are one of Yee’s specialties, and this one is the perfect fit for everyone who likes lemon and coconut in equal measure.
Lemon & Passion Fruit Cookies
Yee is a huge fan of lemon and passion fruit combo. If you feel the same way, these tasty and perfectly decorated cookies will be your cup of tea.
Lemon Madeleines
Madeleines are one of Yee’s all-time favorite desserts, and it was just a matter of time before she added lemon to her go-to recipe.
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]]>Lemons
Even though lemons aren’t exactly easy to eat on their own, they offer incredible benefits. They contain vitamin C as well as other antioxidants, which can repair damaged body cells. Experts also believe that lemons hold anticancer, antidiabetic, and antibacterial qualities.
Oranges
Like lemons, oranges are citrus fruits that do a whole lot of good for the human body. Along with being packed with vitamin C, oranges also contain magnesium, potassium, calcium, and many other healthy vitamins. When you consider how delicious oranges are to eat, there really is no downside to eating one every single day.
Strawberries
Strawberries contain an incredibly high volume of water, and their seeds have plenty of dietary fibers. Along with the various minerals and vitamins strawberries possess, they also have powerfully healthy flavonoids called anthocyanins. In other words, strawberries are very good for your heart.
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]]>Brown Fruits and Veggies
It’s so annoying when your avocados, apples, bananas, and other fruits and veggies turn brown, but you can use a few squeezes of juice to slow the oxidation and keep them fresh for longer.
Fresh Lettuce
Lemon juice can also be used to refresh your leafy greens. Soak your lettuce in cold water with a few drops of lemon juice, refrigerate it for an hour, and it will be almost as good as new.
No Sticky Rice
A few drops of lemon juice can also do wonders for your rice. Just add them to your cooking water, and you won’t have to deal with sticky, clumpy rice ever again.
No Cracked Eggs
If you’re tired of dealing with cracked boiled eggs, lemon juice will help you put this nightmare to an end. Brushing the eggshells with lemon juice can stop them from cracking and make them easier to peel off.
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]]>Clean Your Kitchen Sink
The sink is one of the dirtiest spots in the kitchen but you can easily clean it with a homemade paste made from lemon juice and baking soda.
Clean Microwave
Add lemon juice into a bowl half full of water and microwave this mixture for around 10 minutes. This simple trick will help you clean your microwave faster and easier.
Clean Your Dishwasher
Our dishwasher is usually dirtier than we expect, but placing a cup of lemon juice on the bottom or top rack and running a normal cycle can help clean the dishwasher and remove all the dirt and bad odors.
Clean Pots and Pans
The acid in lemon juice can work wonders to remove grease from dirty dishes, which is why it’s perfect for clearing all those greasy pots and pans in your kitchen.
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