Ginas Pink Pigitini Food

GINA'S SANGRIA MARGARITAS

Steps:

• In a 4-cup measure, add the red wine, mango nectar, and brandy. Stir to combine.
• Blend the lime juice, superfine sugar, tequila, Triple Sec, and ice together in a blender until smooth. You may need to add more ice to make is slushy. Moisten the rim of a glass and coat with salt, then pour in the frozen margarita. Pour Sangria into the center of the margarita glass and swirl. Repeat with remaining ingredients and glasses.

GINA'S LOVE POTION

Steps:

• Add the cranberry juice, orange liquor and pear brandy to a shaker filled with ice. Shake vigorously for 30 seconds. Strain into two champagne flutes and top with Champagne.

GINA'S SEAFOOD PASSION PASTA

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook until al dente.
• Add the olive oil to a large high-sided skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shallots and garlic and saute until tender and fragrant, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in the red pepper flakes, salt and pepper. Add the white wine and the crushed tomatoes. Season with salt and pepper and bring to a simmer. Add the shrimp and scallops, cover, and gently simmer for 5 minutes.
• Drain the pasta and add directly to the skillet and toss with the pasta and seafood. Serve sprinkled with chopped parsley and grated Parmesan cheese.

GINA'S PINK LADY COCKTAILS

Steps:

• Add the gin, brandy, lemon juice and grenadine to a cocktail shaker filled with ice cubes. Shake vigorously. Strain into a martini glasses and garnish each with a cherry.