Saturday, August 24, 2013

A Lazy Day In Blue Hawaii ™

This is my version of a Blue Hawaiian.

12 oz pina colada mix
2-3 oz rum
1 oz triple sec 
Ice 
Blue coloring 

In a cup combine triple sec and 1 drop blue food coloring, use spoon or coffee stirrer to mix

In a blender combine remaining ingredients and triple sec. Blend  well for 20 - 40 seconds.

Pour into 2 glasses. 

Serves 2.


Thursday, August 8, 2013

Game On Guacamole ™

This is a great recipe for summer or anytime.

2 avocados 
1/3 c each: diced onion, diced tomatoes
1/8 - 1/4 tsp each: salt, pepper (adjust to taste)
1/8 tsp. red pepper flakes (optional)
1 clove garlic, crushed chopped
1/2 tsp each: lime juice, fresh cilantro or dried (parsley)

Cut avocado in half, remove seed and scoop out flesh, place in mixing bowl.

Rinse tomato, chop and place in bowl with avocados. 

Peel, rinse and chop onion, place in bowl with avocado mixture.

Combine remaining ingredients with avocado mixture. Mash well with fork. 

Chill guacamole in refrigerator until ready to serve. 

Serves 4 to 6.