“The hardest thing in life to learn is which bridge to cross and which to burn.” David Russell Ready For Dessert? Always!! Our home is always ready for dessert and it guarantees making the main meal so much more enjoyable. The air of anticipation, new variety coming forth … and if it’s chocolate, then it’s … Continue reading {Baking} ROBERT’S ABSOLUTE BEST BROWNIES … Ready for Dessert, David Lebovitz
“My advice to you is not to inquire why or whither, but just enjoy your ice cream while it’s on your plate – that’s my philosophy” Thornton Wilder He said this is what helped him survive his recent illness. He said that if it were not for this delightful fro yo, he couldn’t have … Continue reading {Frozen Dessert/No Bake} FRESH CHERRY FRO YO
The poppers were darned delicious little bites. They got created in an attempt to use up some left over home made ricotta that I had made for roasted bell peppers and ricotta bruschetta 2 days ago. I eye balled the ingredients, and have to say these little poppers were wonderful.
“Do something you’re passionate about and keep tremendously interested in it.” Julia Child My first introduction to Julia Child came in Feb 2008 via the Daring Bakers challenge of her French Loaf, when I conquered my fear of yeast. Then last year, the film Julie & Julia ignited my love for French pastry, and in … Continue reading {Baking} VERLET’S APRICOT TART … with peaches & cherries too
“If Life is a Bowl of Cherries, what Am I Doing in the Pits?” Erma Bombeck YIKES I did it again!! Yes, it was back to the Ottolenghi cookbook for the nth time. Well I had cherries, neatly pitted in a bowl, all thanks to a cherry pitter that Purple Foodie sent me from Mumbai. … Continue reading {Baking} Ottolenghi’s Individual Cherry & Plum Clafoutis … & a chance to win a Kitchen Aid Mixer
“If you do your fair day’s work, you are certain to get your fair day’s wage – in praise or pudding, whichever happens to suit your taste.” Alexander Smith It’s the happy time of the month again, yes indeed the 27th, and it’s the Daring Bakers at their best. One small difference this time thought, … Continue reading Daring Bakers land in England … TRADITIONAL ENGLISH PUDDING!
