Monthly Archives: May 2009

May 31, 2009

{sms} Bee Stings, omg

Bee Stings, a brioche-like doughnut filled with vanilla pastry cream and dipped in a caramel honey glaze, was this week’s recipe selection for Sweet Melissa Sundays. I was stung. I followed the recipe {i thought} and my results were disastrous. … Continue reading →

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May 29, 2009

‘quick’ puff pastry and palmiers

If this was the quick method for puff pastry, I’m not sure I want to ever attempt the authentic method of making it. Actually, it was fairly quick. I just had to have a lot of faith while rolling it. … Continue reading →

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May 27, 2009

Vegan Bacon-Cheddar Burger with Sautéed Mushrooms

I made my own bacon! Okay, it was Tempeh Bacon and it didn’t really require much work. Just slice the tempeh, rub it with crushed garlic, and marinate it in a mixture of soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, and tomato … Continue reading →

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May 27, 2009

{db} strudel

The May Daring Bakers’ challenge was hosted by Linda of make life sweeter! and Courtney of Coco Cooks. They chose Apple Strudel from the recipe book Kaffeehaus: Exquisite Desserts from the Classic Cafés of Vienna, Budapest and Prague by Rick … Continue reading →

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May 26, 2009

{twd} chipster topped brownies topped with gelato

A brownie topped with a chocolate chip cookie. How more decadent can it get? Add Gianduja Gelato! This week’s Tuesdays With Dorie, Chipster Topped Brownies, are brownies baked with a layer of chocolate chip cookie dough on top. In my … Continue reading →

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