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Be wary of over baking the cake. Also, the batter will expand beyond the top of the baking pan, but will shrink down to near level by the time the cake is cool. Don’t open the oven for at least 45 minutes of the bake. […]
This one is intricate and fun. The smoked salmon can get pretty dried out if it’s over cooked. Don’t be stingy with the butter.
Caramelized onions always take longer than you think, but they add the perfect sweetness and texture to these potatoes. We freshened ours up with a diced tomato mixed in with the cheese. Bell pepper can be added as well, with a 5-minute sauté and added […]
The brown butter frosting takes this classic to a whole new level. Take your time and be sure the butter is properly browned and nutty.
Almonds, almonds, almonds! These tarts pack a serious almond punch that can’t be put down. Be mindful of the almond extract quantities, as it can be a little strong.
This chocolate cake isn’t any chocolate cake, it’s a genoise sponge with a layer of ganache and topped with Swiss meringue buttercream. Be sure to not over whip the frosting, and be careful with the sponge or it’ll end up denser like a brownie instead […]
Mission accomplished: a mirror-glazed cake has been a goal of mine for quite some time. The glaze itself is quite rich, so a light and fluffy chocolate genoise sponge pairs well. It can also be soaked for more flavor (think orange-rum or malt). Also consider […]
A rich and decadent desert, this one won’t disappoint. Play around with the nut choices, but be sure they’re fresh and finely chopped. We’ve scaled back the chocolate and butter to the recipe you see now because it was so gooey it seemed underdone. Heading […]
A staple in our house each pear season, we make thispear rendition of our Apple Crumble 3-4 times a week. Halve the recipe for 2: use 1 large pear, a 16oz ramekin, and bake for 25 minutes.
These muffins have become a staple in our home. The one wheat bran we could find was Bob’s Red Mill, and it’s not at every store. Also, be sure to use fresh berries and unflavored greek yogurt by weight.
This pie is perfect for any season, and pairs well with vanilla bean ice cream. Take your time and be mindful of the crust: it can crack when rolling, meaning not enough water was added, the base crust will shrink back during the first bake, […]
These go amazing with our Cheddar Cheese Sauce. Sprinkle the salt low and slow so it sticks.