Emerils Green Vodka Coolers Recipes

CUCUMBER VODKA COOLER

Steps:

• To make simple syrup, bring the sugar and 1/2 cup water to a simmer in a saucepan on medium heat, then turn off the heat and let cool to room temperature.
• In a tall thermos, add the cucumbers, mint and simple syrup. Stir with the handle of a wooden spoon. Add the lime juice and vodka, then cover and shake vigorously for about 30 seconds. Chill until ready to serve.
• Pour over ice in glasses, then top off with the club soda. Serve immediately.

SOUTHERN COOKED GREENS

Steps:

• In a large pot, saute the bacon until slightly crisp. Add the onions and season with salt, pepper and cayenne pepper. Cook 6 to 7 minutes, until the onions are wilted and golden. Add the brown sugar and stir to dissolve. Add the shallots and garlic. Cook for 2 minutes. Add the water and vinegar and mix well. Begin adding the greens, a third at a time, pressing them down as they begin to wilt. Season with salt and pepper. Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook, uncovered, until the greens are soft, about 1 hour and 15 minutes. Serve hot.

EMERIL'S GREEN VODKA COOLERS

Steps:

• Combine the lime juice and sugar in a bowl and whisk to dissolve the sugar. Pour half of this mixture into an electric blender, add 1 cup vodka and 4 cups ice and blend until smooth. Divide among 4 glasses, such as margarita glasses or other wide-mouthed, stemmed glasses. Repeat with the remaining ingredients. Serve immediately with lime slices for garnish.