SUMMER MARTINI WITH A YUMMY SNACK

INGREDIENTS

3 Mint sprigs
1 tsp. Superfine sugar
1 oz. Lemon juice
2½ oz. Vodka
Mint sprig for garnish

MIXOLOGY

Muddle mint, sugar, juice, and vodka in bottom of mixing glass. Add ice and shake. Strain into your Martini Glass and garnish.

ACCOMPANYING SNACK Ginger & Honey toasted peanuts

INGREDIENTS

Ingredients
2 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted
2 tablespoons honey
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 teaspoon ground red pepper
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon salt
1 pound raw, skinned peanuts

METHOD

1. Preheat oven to 325 degree F. Combine the butter, honey, garlic, red pepper, ginger, and salt in a medium bowl. Stir in the peanuts until well coated.
2. Spread nuts in a shallow baking pan and roast about 25 minutes or until toasted and fragrant, stirring once or twice. Cool. Makes 48 servings (3 cups).