PINEAPPLE-GINGER AGUA FRESCA

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Provided by Sarah Tenaglia

Categories     Non-Alcoholic     Ginger     Low Fat     Quick & Easy     Low Cal     Backyard BBQ     Pineapple     Summer     Healthy     Low Cholesterol     Party     Bon Appétit     Drink

Yield Makes 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

5 cups 1-inch cubes peeled ripe pineapple (from 1 large pineapple)
4 cups water, divided
1/2 cup sugar
2 teaspoons (or more) grated peeled fresh ginger
Ice cubes
Ingredient info: Choose a golden yellow pineapple that smells sweet and yields very slightly to the touch.

Steps:

  • Puree pineapple, 1 cup water, and sugar in blender in batches until smooth. Pour into 8-cup measuring cup. Mix in 3 cups water and 2 teaspoons ginger. Cover; chill until cold, about 4 hours. Strain pineapple mixture into pitcher, pressing on solids in strainer. Add more ginger to taste. Fill tall glasses with ice. Pour agua fresca over.

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