Mike H wrote:
> After watching on of Paula Deen's thanksgiving shows, where she made a
> Pumpkin version, I realized that I could have fun developing new flavors.
> Well, since I'm in Culinary school now, I decided to take a few of them in
> to class Monday. One of the students that is graduating soon asked me
> about developing a few for their graduation party, sure, why not. Okay,
> the theme of the party is Polynesian. Bout the only 3 flavors I associate
> with that theme are Pinapple, Coconut & Banana, some Searching yeilded
> Papaya as one too. Now Pinapple and Papaya are pretty wet fruits, so I
> don't know how well they'd do in this application. Macadamia was also
> suggested, but I don't know what would be a good flavor to pair it up with.
>
> So, any suggestions of flavors? I'll share the recipes when I get them
> done

Here are Paula's variations:
http://www.recipelink.com/ch/2002/no...desserts2.html

I would make a custard from pineapple juice, an egg, cornstarch and a
little milk - cook until thickened and let cool. I would spread that
over the basic cake recipe and then add a layer of pineapple coated
with pineapple preserves - chill - and then before serving, top with
whipped cream, toasted coconut, and chopped macadamias.

-L.