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Thu
28 ^th

Thirsty Thursday: Pineapple Banana Smoothies

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My regular readers know, I love television. I have always watched too much. I reference it constantly, and if it is funny, I’ll watch it. One of my favorite shows growing up was The Golden Girls. Maybe I’m an old soul, or maybe it is because the show was hysterical, or maybe because my grandma watched it, or maybe in the 80’s the show was at the height of popularity, but I was so obsessed with these four women in their golden years. When you think about it, The Golden Girls was pretty groundbreaking for its time. Perhaps I knew that even as an eight year old.

Even now, I love that show. (I have passed my love for The Golden Girls onto many. Including my friend Sara.) If you’re lucky, you can still catch re-runs of The Golden Girls in the morning. So, I thought I would create the perfect smoothie to enjoy while watching The Golden Girls. It is delicious and is the same shade as Rose’s hair.

The Golden Girls Smoothie (makes 2)

2 cups chopped fresh pineapple

1 large banana peeled and sliced

1 cup vanilla yogurt

2 tsp honey

2 cups ice

In a blender, put the ingredients and blend until smooth. Pour in glasses, and enjoy while watching re-runs of your favorite show.

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Thu
26 ^th

Thirsty Thursday: Fresh Pineapple Whip Shake

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This week we have been prepping for a very special Disney party which you will be hearing more about next week. In order for me to get ready for such an event I have been trying different recipes and decorating (you can see a sneak peak below).

We have never been to Disneyland, but I know there is a special treat there that everyone loves called a Dole Whip. They sound divine, and if you search for one on Pinterest there are about 100 different ways to make them at home. However, because I like things to sipped through a straw and I already had some fresh pineapple in the house for brinner (breakfast for dinner) and cream (for some homemade ice cream) I thought why not try whipping up my own version.

I know adding cream to a shake sounds kind of decadent, but I didn’t add any ice cream, so I feel like it was kind of a wash.

Fresh Pineapple Whip Shake (make two medium sized shakes)

3/4 to 1 cup cup fresh pineapple cut into chunks
1/2 cup whipping cream
1/2 cup milk
1/2 of a lemon squeezed
1 tsp sugar (optional)
lots of ice

In a blender add all the ingredients and blend until smooth.

Serve in a large glass with a straw.

I have a feeling everyone will like these a lot!

For all things beverage related, check out my previous Thirsty Thursday post or the THIRSTY THURSDAY page for recipes for all kinds of drinks, cocktails, and all things drinkable!

Tue
20 ^th

Refreshing and Mild Pineapple Salsa

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When it comes to dinner in our house, Mexican food is a safe choice. We usually all agree as I get to show off some of my culinary skills and try new recipes, and the kids aren’t opting for chicken nuggets (what IS it with kids and chicken nuggets anyway?). Also, Brian loves all kinds of cuisine, so he happily tries all of my new recipes.

Sometimes, I will try and think of a great place that Brian and I ate at when were dating or on vacation, and recreate a recipe to reminisce. That is what I did with this pineapple salsa. When we were dating, we used to eat at this great place on the North side of Chicago that had great pineapple salsa, and I have wanted to recreate it every since. I had some fresh pineapple in the house, and the kids wanted Mexican, it seemed like the perfect thing to accompany tacos and quinoa salad.

I was not worried about the kids enjoying it as it is mild and refreshing. (NOTE: I made this batch without cilantro, but you could easily add in a handful of fresh chopped cilantro and it would be awesome!)

Pineapple Salsa
1/2 pineapple finely chopped
1 large red bell pepper finely chopped
1/2 red onion minced
1 lime zested and juiced
Salt and pepper to taste

In a large bowl, mix all the ingredients. Serve with chips or top tacos or quesadillas. Store in an aright container and refrigerate, good for about 4 days. (ours didn’t last nearly that long).

Are there any recipes that you try to recreate to remember a special time?

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