And if that is the case, then you need to go to the library right now and check out this book.
Because it's amazing.
To whet your appetite, and yes, pun was definitely intended, I will give a brief summary of this inspiring novel.
Author Nathaniel Hawthorne tells the story of young Hester Prinn. Hester is unfortunately married to this nasty old man.
And, unfortunately, despite being married, she falls for the local pastor.
Who happens to be single.
And not twice her age.
Technically, they fall for each other and wind up having a torrid affair.
Which results in Hester getting pregnant.
And since she has nothing to do with her aged husband, he knows the baby isn't his.
Hester is then publicly discipline and shamed for her adulterous behavior and is required to wearing a scarlet "A" on her chest for the rest of her days.
I know what you're thinking, "Wait, isn't that a little like the high school drama movie with Emma Stone?"
Yes. But no.
Emma Stone made it look like a walk in the park.
Hester definitely didn't experience it that way.
Moving on...
Hester and her child live in the woods in solitude, totally cut off from other people, while the pastor continues to lead the congregation.
Oh yeah, did I fail to mention that he is not punished AT ALL!?!?
What the heck...
If you want to know how this drama ends, then read the book. Or see the weird movie version with Demi Moore. Or don't. Cause it's weird.
Regardless of what you choose, you should definitely make this smoothie to accompany this literary journey.
Not just because it shares the same name, but because it's chocked fully of sinfully tasty ingredients that will have you thinking you breaking the law or something.
Not quite worthy of a scarlet "A" stuck to your chest for all eternity, but still....
The upside is that no one is going to bring you before a counsel and punish you for it.
In reality, they will probably just want you to share.
Which you won't want to. And don't have to.
So then again, you might actually get punished for not sharing....
Guess it's a risk you will have to take...
Enjoy everyone!
The Scarlet Letter Smoothie
2 dates (pitted)
3/4 cup red grapes
1 cup fresh red raspberries
1 pear (cored)
2-3 tbsp chia seeds
1 tbsp creamy peanut butter
1/2-1 cup unsweetened almond milk/water (I prefer almond milk, but water will do if you don't have almond milk)
Add all ingredients to blender. Let sit for 15-20 minutes. This allows the chia seeds time to absorb some of the liquid.
Blend it up. And by up, I mean, you'll need to blend at a high speed to incorporate the chia seeds completely. (I used a Vitamix and started on a low speed, then revved it up until the smoothie was frothy)
Pour into a glass or mason jar (makes 32 ounces of smoothie)
Place in the fridge to chill. When it's the temperature you prefer, drink it up.
Serve 1-4 (like I said, depends on if you want to share)
