Confessions of a Serial Baker

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I love to cook. Ask anyone—that's what they'll tell you. I thought I'd take the opportunity to share new recipes as I test them, plus I'll list some favorites. Also, I intend to include miscellaneous writings, mostly for my own amusement.

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Recent Posts Tagged With 'pastry'

Jul 24

Squashed Tart

More cheese would weigh it down...Puff Pastry Squashed TartI didn't use a recipe for this, I just kinda threw it together last minute. There's not a lot to it, but it was very tasty and I really cannot offer suggestions to improve upon it. One could (read full article)

Appetizer, easy, pastry, Side Dish, summer

Jun 19

Butterscotch Pie

I found this recipe in Amy's old green recipe file box. Butterscotch Pie 1 c. brown sugar 3 T. white sugar 3 level T. flour 3 level T. corn starch 1 t. vanilla 1 c. boiling water 1/2 c. milk or cream 1/4 t. salt2 egg yolks 1 heaping T. butter In me (read full article)

pastry, pie

Jun 07

Mixed Berry Tart

Remember when I asked you guys what I should do with my puff pastry dough? Well, I made a decision, and this is what it turned into...Mixed Berry Tart1 puff pastry sheet, thawed6 oz. fresh blackberries6 oz. fresh raspberries1/2 c. fresh blueberries1 (read full article)

Dessert, pastry, summer

May 03

Raspberry Rolls

This is just going to be a pictorial...follow the photos for the steps in the recipe...Raspberry Rolls 1 pkg. Hot Roll mix 1 can raspberry filling 1/2 pkg. (about 1 cup, I think) frozen raspberries, thawed and drained1/2 c. sugar2 T. butter, melted (read full article)

Breakfast, Dessert, pastry

Apr 27

Bisquick Tuna Quiche Pie

I've made several of the different versions of Bisquick's "Impossible" Pies, but this is the only one I've photographed for a post. While it may seem a little generic, it is a very easy and tasty dinner. "Impossible Seafood Pie" 1 can tuna (I think t (read full article)

main course, pastry, Seafood

Apr 05

Blackberry-Raspberry Tart

I made this tart with my friend Stuart in mind, because he loves berries, especially raspberries! Blackberry-Raspberry Tart1 box Jiffy pie crust mix (or your favorite pie crust recipe; single crust)1 pkg. (16 oz.) frozen blackberries, thawed and dr (read full article)

Dessert, friends, pastry

Mar 12

BBQ Chicken Braid

Many years ago, I made the "Tuna-Cheese Twist" which is listed in my old Bisquick booklet. It was successful, but with room for improvement. This is the adapted/re-made recipe. Bob over at Cooking Stuff has done some similar items: Stuffed Bread Brai (read full article)

Chicken, main course, pastry

Mar 03

Sweetcream Biscuits

I consider this a masterpiece. And I'm not sure which photo has more visual impact...I think this one has nice primary color effect, but the impression of size is lost here, whereas sitting in my hand, it just looks so cute and tasty you wanna pop it (read full article)

Appetizer, bread, Breakfast, Dessert, pastry

Dec 18

Savory Meat Strudel

This was fantastic! I threw it together using a sweet bread dough that was new to me (i.e. untested) and the friends who were over LOVED it. Claire aptly named it "Breakfast In Bread" because it sort of had a sausage-biscuit taste. Cheesy Crumbled (read full article)

bread, Breakfast, main course, pastry

Oct 23

Acorn Squash Tart

This turned out fantastic. I think it is one of the best things I have ever made!Acorn Squash Tart crust:1 1/2 c. flour1/2 c. butter (1 stick)1/2 t. salt1/4 t. ground black peppertiny dash of cardamom3 or 4 T. cold waterfilling:3 eggs, slightly beat (read full article)

pastry

Sep 16

Easy Danish Rolls

"I'm a Danish, I'm a Danish...oh, oh, oh, I'm a Danish..." C'mon, sing it with me! My house smells so good right now, it'd make you cry. Seriously. I don't think I even want dinner now. Easy Danish Rolls 8 Rhodes Dinner Rolls, thawed but still cold (read full article)

bread, Breakfast, easy, pastry

Aug 30

Basic Crepe Recipe

My mom taught us how to make crepes when we were kids. Of all the fillings to choose from, I think just a little butter and powdered sugar is still my favorite. Or, if I'm feeling ambitious, homemade vanilla custard.Basic Crepe Recipe1 c. flour1 1/2 (read full article)

Chocolate, easy, pastry

Aug 22

Chocolate Glazed Chocolate Tart

This is the tart before the glaze...I'm probably not going to serve it tonight, so I won't put the glaze on top until tomorrow. Plus, I didn't like the original glaze recipe, so I had to call Brenda for ganache advice.Chocolate Glazed Chocolate Tartc (read full article)

Chocolate, Dessert, pastry

Aug 15

Baked Truffle Pie

I topped this with cherry pie filling (Claire's idea) and Cool Whip...it was fantastic!Baked Truffle Pie10 squares (10 oz.) Baker's bittersweet chocolate1/2 c. whipping cream4 eggs1/2 c. sugar1/4 c. flourPreheat oven to 325°. Microwave chocolate and (read full article)

Chocolate, Dessert, easy, pastry, pie

Aug 08

Cannoli Poundcake

Ever since I first saw this recipe, I've always had my friend Emma in mind when considering trying to make this cake. She loved it! (of course!)Cannoli Poundcake 1 bakery-made pound cake1 pkg. (4 serving size) instant pudding mix, cheesecake flavor*1 (read full article)

cake, Chocolate, easy, pastry

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