Pierre Herme’s Chocolate Eclairs are a “Choux In” for the Daring Bakers!

Posted on August 31, 2008 - Filed Under Daring Bakers, Cocktails, tea treats, blog events, Desserts, Appetizers, Recipes | 29 Comments

It’s that time again and I’m just getting my post up for today’s reveal of this month’s Daring Bakers’ Challenge. This month our hosts are the lovely and talented Meeta of “What’s for Lunch, Honey?” and Tony of Olive Juice. The recipe is Chocolate Eclairs by Pierre Herme and consists of three elements: a choux […]

A Grand Day Out at the Sheepdog Championships

Posted on August 30, 2008 - Filed Under Travels, Fun Stuff | 5 Comments

 
I know this is a cheat- I didn’t cook this- but it’s the best takeout around- my idea of the best last minute meal in Salt Lake. After a long road trip today it was great to pick it up and take it away home for a quick satisfying meal. It’s a roast smoked turkey breast sandwich with […]

Shipping Some Home Overseas for Operation Baking GALS

Posted on August 29, 2008 - Filed Under Operation Baking Gals, blog events, Cookies, Recipes | 2 Comments

 
If you haven’t heard of Operation Baking GALS let me tell you of a lovely band of bakers who have gathered together to ship a little taste of home to our men and women serving in the U.S. Military.

It all started when Susan of She’s Becoming Doughmestic asked for a little help to support her […]

Fresh Peach Amaretto Jam

Posted on August 28, 2008 - Filed Under tea treats, Herbs/Spices/Condiments, Cookbooks I like, What I'm Reading Now, Jams/ Preserves, Recipes | 6 Comments

Okay so I admit it- sometimes my eyes are bigger than my energy. I can’t seem to go to a fruit stand and just buy enough peaches for one pie- I buy a whole box- a half bushel. With visions of bottled peaches, jam, dried peaches, pies and more I personify greedy guts. So, now I […]

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