Monthly Archives: June 2010

{twd} rum-drenched vanilla cakes

I have no idea why I never noticed this recipe until it was my turn to pick one. Really, it has everything I enjoy. Rum. Vanilla Beans. Low Mess/Dirty Dish Count. No Waiting for Butter to Soften. Simple Straight-Forward Recipe. … Continue reading

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{sms} almond honey madeleines

I am without a computer and internet access right now. Thank god I have an iPhone. I made last week’s chocolate macaroons and didn’t post or take pictures. I didn’t want to repeat that this week. My mother has a … Continue reading

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{twd} raisin swirl buns

I decided to make buns instead of a loaf for easier sharing of this week’s Tuesdays with Dorie–Raisin Swirl Bread. I rolled and filled the dough as directed. Instead of fitting it into a loaf pan, I sliced the roll … Continue reading

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{twd} tender shortcakes

Open my refrigerator and you will see nothing but fruits and vegetables. Okay, you will heavy cream and butter too; I’m a baker after all.  I go crazy for summer fruit and vegetables. I have blackberries, blueberries, raspberries, cherries, peaches, … Continue reading

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{sms} pistachio linzer thumbprints

I made this week’s Sweet Melissa Sundays selection to give away. I made a half a batch and gave half (of the half :p ) to my Mom and the other half to my friends in San Diego. Everyone loved … Continue reading

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