Held annually in Louisville, Kentucky, this annual Grade 1 states race for three-year-old Thoroughbreds is likely just as well-known for Mint Juleps and ladies' hats.
Impressively, it's been run every year consecutively since 1875. But it's the tradition of celebrating the race with food, drinks and friends that gives us a reason to chat about it. We want to throw in a few ideas for slightly healthier recipes should you be making plans to host your own celebration.
Let's start with Mint Julep's.
The Early Times Mint Julep Recipe
2 cups of sugar
2 cups water
Sprigs of fresh mint
Crushed ice
Early Times Kentucky Whisky (notice they don't give a suggested amount)
Silver Julep Cups
We'd like to help trim the calories for you...
Here's a recipe from Eating Well for Kiwi-Mint Julep's
3 tbsp of sugar
1/2 cup of hot water
2 cups of ice
3 kiwi's, peeled
2 tbsp frozen limeade
2 tbsp chopped mint
3 oz. bourbon, optional
There are so many options for serving the perfect Kentucky Derby foods, one of which is a Layered Salad.
While there are many ways to create a layered salad, this option from Eating Well will allow you a little extra room for other treats
Enjoy the 2013 Kentucky Derby this Saturday afternoon!
