Monday, June 24, 2013

Easy Pina Colada

If you're looking for the perfect Pina Colada recipe for two people (or two of your own drinks), look no further. I've tried different ingredients and played around with recipes until I found my own mix. You'll feel like you're on a tropical island (well use your imagination), but it will at least taste like you're on one.
For my birthday, my sister bought my the new Kenny Chesney Blue Chair Bay Spiced Coconut Rum. What better way to try it out than to make some Pina Coladas!?
Pina Coladas- Absolutely delicious, you'd think you got it from an island bar. So easy to make! #dreamsmorerealthanreality

What you'll need:
Spiced Coconut Rum (or just plain coconut rum, but I prefer the spiced, it brings out the pineapple and tropical aspects more. The easiest way to do both pineapple juice and pineapple chunks is to buy one medium sized can of pineapple chunks.
  • 2 1/2 oz. Spiced Coconut Rum
  • 3oz. Pineapple Juice
  • 2 1/2oz. Cream of Coconut (I love Coco Real- best flavor- can be found at most Specs, HEBs, and Walmart)
  • 1/2 Cup Pineapple Chunks
  • 2 Cups Ice
Blend all ingredients until smooth in a blender. Serve in your favorite glasses (with a pineapple chunk for garnish). You can even top with whipped cream.

Wednesday, June 12, 2013

Dark Chocolate Pie

You'll need: 

2/3 Cup Sugar
1/4 Cup Cornstarch
2 Tablespoons Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
1/2 Teaspoon Salt
6 Egg Yolks
2 Cups Fat Free Milk
1/2 Cup Evaporated Milk
6oz Extra Dark Chocolate Chips
1 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract

Whipped Cream Topping:
1 Tablespoon Vanilla Extract 
2 Tablespoons Sugar
8oz Heavy Cream

Waffles- Light and Crispy


Waffles- Light and Crispy #dreamsmorerealthanreality


So you have a waffle maker and you want a recipe that will turn out right, that's quick and easy. Not something too heavy where you feel like you can't move after you eat, but something light, yet filling. I've got just that. I'm big on a crispy waffle that doesn't take me forever to put together.
The key to the crunch is cornstarch. the key to light and fluffy is beating your egg whites until they're stiff. Yes, almost like you're making a meringue.

Tuesday, June 11, 2013

Boy Meets World Reunion

Yes you heard me correctly...!!! The cast of Boy Meets World reunited this weekend in Austin, TX! First time since 2000, when the final episode aired. This occurred during the ATX Television Festival on June 7, 2013.
Boy Meets World Reunion #ATXtelevisionfestival
The Cast of Boy Meets World walking in on the Red Carpet- June 6, 2013
The Opening night (displayed in the photo above), featured a screening of Arrested Development and a red carpet with the stars. Along with an after-party at the end of the night where we got to mingle with actors and some musicians (Teddy Geiger).