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Everyone’s Favorite Pineapple Upside Down Cake

Revisiting the Classic Recipe That Everyone Knows & Loves
July 3, 2017
Story By: Mandy Kellogg Rye
Filed Under > Desserts

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I’m really on a kick with making old things new again; point proven with my take on everyone’s favorite Pineapple Upside Down Cake.  It’s one of those classic recipes that everyone knows, loves and remembers.  Not to mention, it’s so incredibly easy to make, and it just tastes divine on a hot summer’s day.

Pineapple Upside Down Cake is a dessert that’s been around forever—I’m talking 1925-1930’s and some claim even back as far as 1870—and Betty Crocker made it a summertime dessert staple.  This updated version taps the help of a white cake box mix, cutting the prep time down and creating a consistently irresistible flavor and texture each and every time you make it.  

If you’ve never had Pineapple Upside Down Cake, you’re going to want to change that immediately.  The sweet pineapple and maraschino cherries with their crystallized brown sugar glaze and whipped cream completely elevate your favorite white cake.  Aren’t you drooling just thinking about it?!  I’d love to see if you make this for The Fourth; be sure to tag me on Instagram @waitingonmartha #waitingonmartha if you do.  Be sure to flip the cake IMMEDIATELY after baking; I learned that the hard way!  Truly, MKR

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Everyone's Favorite Pineapple Upside Down Cake
Serves 12
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Ingredients
  1. 1/4 cup butter
  2. cup packed brown sugar
  3. 1 20 oz can pineapple slices in juice, drained, juice reserved
  4. 1 6 oz jar maraschino cherries without stems, drained
  5. 1box Betty Crocker™ SuperMoist™ yellow cake mix
  6. Vegetable oil and eggs called for cake mix box
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  2. Spray a metal cake pan generously with nonstick oil.
  3. Remove the pineapple wheels from the can, set aside. Take the juice from the can and pour into a measuring cup; you want 1 cup of liquid, so you'll top the reserved pineapple juice with water.
  4. Make the white cake box mix per box instructions, but sub out the water part for the pineapple juice mixture.
  5. Melt butter in the cake pan in the oven.
  6. Once butter is melted, pull the pan out and sprinkle brown sugar evenly on the bottom.
  7. Place down pineapple rings evenly into the brown sugar.
  8. Add maraschino cherries into the rings, and in between the rings (as pictured).
  9. Lastly, pour the cake mix over the pan.
  10. Bake for 45 minutes, or until you can insert a toothpick and it comes out clean.
  11. After it's done baking, IMMEDIATELY flip it onto a nonstick surface. I'd suggest putting it on the surface you want to serve it on - it will be near impossible to move it later.*
  12. Let it sit at least an hour, until it completely cools; you don't want to serve this cake warm.
  13. Serve it with whipped cream, enjoy!
Notes
  1. *If your pineapples stick to the bottom of the pan, use a long skewer stick or toothpick to move them immediately.
Adapted from Betty Crocker
Adapted from Betty Crocker
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The Aperol Spritz

As Italy's #1 Cocktail, It's A Classic Apertif and Popular Ice-Breaker
September 1, 2017
Story By: Mandy Kellogg Rye
Filed Under > Cocktail Hour

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Was it just me, or was the Aperol Spritz one of the most Instagramable drinks this summer?!  I can’t tell you how many times I spotted this vibrant orange cocktail as I was scrolling through my feed.  But of course, I wasn’t too surprised; this cocktail is extremely drinkable, and extremely refreshing and a drink I’ve been drinking for years now thanks to the hubs introducing me to it.

This classic Italian cocktail is known as the “original Spritz” and offers a light, sparkling and refreshingly bittersweet taste.  It’s most commonly enjoyed as an aperitif in Italy, serving as a symbol of a lively atmosphere and an ice-breaker.  As a cocktail with Aperol, Prosecco and an accompanying lower alcohol content, it really does prove to be the ultimate summertime sip that’s versatile enough for daytime drinking to happy hour and beyond. 

Now of course, the Aperol Spritz is known as a classic for a reason.  Aperol first launched in 1919, quickly becoming one of the most beloved liqueurs in Italy.  The original recipe introduced a rich, complex taste that marries citrus notes with herbs.  Aperol’s recipe, to this day, has remained unchanged and a secret to the rest of us. 

All that being said, there’s really no surprise that mixing an Aperol Spritz has turned into a popular ritual.  Bartender and cocktail purist alike should know that this cocktail should be the same every single time: 3 parts Prosecco, 2 parts Aperol, and 1 part soda.  By tradition, it should also always be served in a balloon stemware glass, and poured ¾ to the top of the glass.  Staying true to the recipe is key and what I’ve learned is that here in the states not everyone mixing up your drink may value the original recipe the so best to remember 3, 2, 1 that way you’ll be assured to  sip the perfect spritz each and every time.

Tell me, have you tried this classic, cult-favorite cocktail?  Cin Cin!  Truly, MKR

 

The Aperol Spritz
Serves 1
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  1. 3 parts Cinzano Prosecco
  2. 2 parts Aperol
  3. 1 dash soda
  4. Ice and a slice of orange
Instructions
  1. Add ice and a slice of orange, pour in the Prosecco, the Aperol and add a dash of soda. This avoids the Aperol settling at the bottom.
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Worth Noting: Savoring the Last Days of Summer

Fabulous Finds For Enjoying The Final Days of Summer in Style, with some on major sale!
August 23, 2017
Story By: Mandy Kellogg Rye
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MKR and I have a little joke; I’m always sooo sad to see summer go, and she’s the one cheering on the start of fall.  So naturally, I had to do a final roundup of favorite finds to savor the last days of sweet summertime.  You know, before we get all fall-pumpkins-and-cider on you.  Because, after all, there are still weeks of warm weather to enjoy, dozens of picnics and pool parties to plan, and maybe even a last vacay to sneak away on!  Not to mention, there are a TON of great end-of-season sales right now, especially over at MatchesFashion.com and Shopbop.  Those platform gladiator sandals are calling my name, as is that swimsuit!  Cheers, Kat

One. Cordoba Wheat Straw Hat, MatchesFashion.com Two. Large Teleties Hairbands, Waiting on Martha Home Three. Empire State Finery Hussle Earrings, Waiting on Martha Home Four. Herbivore Botanicals Coconut Bath Soak, Waiting on Martha Home Five. The Broad Spectrum SPF 50, Nordstrom Six. Fish Print Lace-up Swimsuit, MatchesFashion.com Seven. French Girl Organics Sea Spray, Waiting on Martha Home Eight. Coconut Clip On Earrings, Shopbop Nine. Oversized Sunglasses, Shopbop Ten. Tinted Lip Conditioner, Net-a-Porter Eleven. Flora Silk Scarf, Nordstrom Twelve. Distressed High Rise Denim Shorts, Net-a-Porter  Thirteen. Platform Gladiator Sandals, Shopbop Fourteen. Snack Club Key Tag, Waiting on Martha Home Fifteen. Lorena Off the Shoulder Top, Net-a-Porter Sixteen. Small Bronzing Powder, Nordstrom Seventeen. Merben Bikini Brush with Handle, Waiting on Martha Home Eighteen. Phoenix Facial Oil, Waiting on Martha Home Nineteen. Bocce Ball Set, Waiting on Martha Home Twenty. Escape Canvas Utility Bag, Waiting on Martha Home

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