Blueberry-Lemongrass Spritzer

1. 1

   Trim lemongrass ends, and peel away any tough outer leaves.

2. 2

   Starting from the base end, cut stem into 5 1-inch-long pieces.

3. 3

   Smash each lemongrass piece once or twice with dull side of knife to bruise and break open.

4. 4

   Combine lemongrass, blueberries, and sugar in medium saucepan.

5. 5

   Stir with wooden spoon, smashing some berries as you go.

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   Add 1/2 cup water, and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.

7. 7

   Reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer 10 minutes, or until thickened and slightly syrupy.

8. 8

   Meanwhile, line strainer with two layers of cheesecloth, and set strainer over medium bowl.

9. 9

   Pour blueberry mixture into center of cheesecloth, and let drain completely, about 8 minutes.

10. 10

    Pull together ends of cloth, closing them up around remaining fruit, and carefully squeeze out any remaining juice.

11. 11

    Discard solids, and stir in lime juice.

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    Chill syrup until cooled.

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    Pour 3 to 4 Tbs.

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    syrup into glass with ice.

15. 15

    Top with 6 oz.

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    seltzer water.

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    Taste, and add more syrup, if desired.

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    Repeat with remaining syrup and seltzer.

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    Serve garnished with lime wedges.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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