I had a friend forward this recipe to me a couple years ago, and simply forgot I had it all this time. I needed a dessert that would travel well for over an hour in a warm car, so I didn't think my four layer frosted cake option was really the best choice. Fortunately, I found this recipe in my archives and I opted for this simple bundt cake.
I have to say, she definitely traveled well....but, better than that, she was super tasty! A refreshing burst of citrus taste, with a moist crumb. It was nice and light, not to mention picture perfect! With the exception of chopping the pistachios the day before, I put it together the morning of our dinner since it was a super easy recipe. The kitchen smelled like a creamsicle.Sunday, April 11, 2021
ORANGE JUICE CAKE
Tuesday, March 30, 2021
BREAD DUMPLINGS
I wanted to share a recipe from my Dad's heritage with my daughter and her boyfriend, realizing as she approaches her 30th birthday that I've never made this for her! So, it was pork, dumplings and cooked cabbage. A true Czech Sunday dinner for us growing up.
Dumplings were an important element in many of our dinners, and there were quite a variety (bread, potato and fruit to name a few). Bread dumplings were my favorite and they taste great with pork gravy drizzled on top.
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Wednesday, March 24, 2021
FINGERTIP VEIL WITH LACE TRIM
Generally, when I have a bride that requests a custom veil, I'll order extra of the trims to make another one or two for my shop. It won't be exactly like hers, since hers was a "one-of-a-kind", but it will be similar.
In this case, my bride wanted a waltz length veil. I found her this gorgeous venice lace trim for the perimeter to finish off hers then decided to make a fingertip length veil with the same lace for my shop.
Sunday, February 14, 2021
SALMON AND LEEK TART
I stumbled on this recipe awhile back and was waiting for the right oppportunity to make it. Last night was that opportunity.
This recipe comes from America's Test Kitchen, so it calls for a homemade crust, which I did. I will tell you, next time I think I'll go with a sheet of puff pastry (like some of the other recipes I found that are very similar). It's such a timesaver! As far as flavor though....so good!!!
I'm kicking myself for not getting a picture of the tart before I sliced into it. It was so pretty! I served it as an appetizer, along with a meat and cheese tray. Don't forget to add that spritz of lemon before biting into it.FILLING:
1 lb. leeks, white and light green parts only, halved lengthwise, sliced thin & rinsed
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Monday, January 4, 2021
DOUBLE CRUST CHICKEN POT PIE
I've watched the America's Test Kitchen episode featuring this recipe twice, and I finally decided I needed to try it. Personally, I find a lot of their recipes to be very complex, filled with lots of prep and steps before you finally get to the reward of eating the finished product. It's probably why I've waited so long to try this one. It comes complete with a crust recipe, but I'll be honest, I chose the shortcut of buying the pre-made package which includes two crusts. It tasted wonderful, and it saved a whole lot of time and effort.
Be forewarned, there's a bit of prep.....cutting up veggies and shredding chichen, but once those steps are finished, it comes together fairly quickly. Bake time is 45 minutes total, with a time for it to cool. They said 45 minutes, I felt it would be cold by then, so I waited 25 minutes, and I was able to get it out of the pan with no problem and it was still warm.INGREDIENTS:
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Enjoy!