As the third heatwave of the year hits the UK, many are seeking ways to cool off. Thursday and Friday (July 9 and 10) are expected to be the warmest days, with the Met Office forecasting temperatures widely exceeding 30°C across England and Wales. In some areas, temperatures could reach 35°C on Thursday and potentially 36°C on Friday.
Importance of Staying Cool
With temperatures soaring, it is essential to take measures to keep cool. One of the tastiest ways is to enjoy chilled food and drink. Icy drinks are especially thirst-quenching, and slushies are a flavorful option that are quick and easy to make.
BBC Good Food's 3-Ingredient Slushie Recipe
To help keep refreshed, BBC Good Food has shared an easy three-ingredient recipe for fruity slushies that can be made in just 10 minutes.
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Watermelon and Strawberry Slushie
Ingredients:
- One small watermelon
- A 225g punnet of ripe strawberries (tops cut off)
- The juice of two limes
Method:
- Cut the watermelon into chunks, removing skin and seeds. It is recommended to do this the day or morning before serving.
- Place half the watermelon wedges into a large freezable bag and freeze for a few hours.
- Once frozen, blitz the frozen watermelon with the remaining watermelon, strawberries, and lime juice until smooth and slushy.
- Pour into glasses and sip through a straw to enjoy.
