Today is the feast of the Assumption. The Assumption is the feast of the Blessed VIrgin Mary. It is one of the grandest feasts in the Catholic Calendar year.
Today the church celebrates her departure from this world into heaven, body and soul.
There are many things that resemble Mary on this day. Just to name a few, flowers, the colors blue and white, fruit, herbs, vineyards and plants. Do you see a theme here?
Yes?
Well, maybe because it is also a harvest feast day. It is traditional for the priest to bless the flowers and fruit on this day. In many Catholic countries today is the day the Vineyards, herbs and plants are blessed.
This wonderful Pineapple and Rosemary Aqua Fresca is perfect for the feast of the Assumption.
This light and refreshing drink is perfect on a hot summers day. The term Agua Fresca means “fresh water” in Spanish. The trick to making the perfect Agua Fresca is to infuse the water with the fruit and herbs without turning it into a slushie or smoothie.
Pineapple and Rosemary Agua Fresca
Ingredients:
3 cups Pineapple chunks
4 cups water divided
2 tablespoons rosemary
3/4 cup water
2 cups pineapple juice
4 cup ice
Pineapple chunks and rosemary sprigs for garnish
Directions:
Combine pineapple chunks, 2 cups water and rosemary in a blender or food processor. Blend until completely liquified. Allow the rosemary to steep in the liquid for about 15 minutes. Strain into a large pitcher. Add remaining water, sugar and pineapple juice and ice to the pitcher. Stir to combine. Portion Agua Fresca in glasses and garnish with chunks of pineapple and rosemary sprigs.
Peace be with you,
Vonnie
