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What is the first that comes to mind when you think of pina coladas?
A sickly sweet blended drink made from a commercially prepared mix and topped with canned whipped cream perhaps?
A headache just waiting to happen?
If that's the image you get, then this is the recipe for you!
I have replaced the traditional cream of coconut with subtler coconut milk and, instead of blending it, this drink is served on the rocks in martini glasses for a more sophisticated look.
And there isn't any whipped cream in sight.
If you prefer your pina coladas sweeter, add a little superfine sugar or sugar syrup to the mix before shaking.
Next time you are looking for a refreshing taste of the tropics, try this recipe.
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Teriyaki Shrimp Skewers
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Curried Yellow Rice
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Asian Slaw
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Pina Coladas
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Ingredients
4 ounces light or golden rum
8 ounces pineapple juice
4 ounces coconut milk
4 1/2-inch thick slices of fresh pineapple, with rind attached
4 maraschino cherries
Cooking Instructions
Place a couple of ice cubes into each of 4 chilled martini or cocktail glasses.
Combine the rum, pineapple juice and coconut milk in a shaker with plenty of ice.
Shake vigorously and then strain into the prepared glasses.
Garnish each glass with a pineapple slice and a cherry.
Makes 4 drinks
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