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Coronation Quiche

Coronation Quiche

Monday, Buckingham Palace shared this recipe. The Coronation Quiche. My friend Martha forwarded it along. https://www.royal.uk/the-coronation-quiche Since 2013the Queen Consort has been a patron of lunch to bring neighbors and communities together. Fancy Something a bit different? This quiche has Spinach, Broad Beans and Fresh […]

Baking

Baking

Life & Culture April 19 writes about Baking and the the Sweetness of the sourdough life. The recipe dives straight into SourDough Buckwheat – Oat Pancakes, from Cultures for health. Life and culture continues with … “Getting back to a baking ritual pays off in […]

Coronation

Coronation

Grand’s Lemon Curd

Scones

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Course baking
Cuisine English
Servings 8 scones

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounce flour
  • 2 ounce margarine
  • 1/4 pint milk
  • 1/2 ounce baking powder
  • 1 ounce castor sugar

Instructions
 

  • sieve the flour, baking poweder and salt
  • rub the fat to a sandy texture
  • make a well in the center
  • add the sugar and the liquid
  • gradually incorporate the flour, mix lightly
  • place on a greased baking sheet
  • cut cross half way through the rounds with a french knife
  • milk wash and bake
  • bake at 375F for 20 minutes.

Notes

the small amount of fat, rapid mixing to a soft dough and light hands are essential to a good scone.
Keyword Pastry
Soup’s On

Soup’s On

Life & Culture Feb 1 2023 states Soups on! 14 recipes to get you through the rest of winter. “Soup is always that full of possibility. It sustains in whatever form you want it to take, whether that’s a refreshing gazpacho in summer or a […]

March Madness Story

March Madness Story

Life & Culture March 8th has a twist on march madness. Division 16 and the spicy sandwich battle. A Fun story idea and interesting twist. I would like to see the data and how this is displayed back to the voters.

Food Trends 2023

Food Trends 2023

Life & Culture from Wednesday January 25 2023 has a short clip about Food Trends. It is an interesting thought, Trends. I have the mindset of consistency and basics. For My look ahead in 2023 i will still look for simplicity, clear thought, consistency and good cuisine founded in basics.

2022 Most Popular recipes data analytics – there is an AI story in there… someplace.

2022 Most Popular recipes data analytics – there is an AI story in there… someplace.

From NY Times – “Most popular recipes of 2022” the title captured my interest. Surprised and delighted that NY is tracking. Not sure. It continues as Sometimes the chaos of life calls for an all day cooking project. Examples are given ( and I like […]

“Were Open”

“Were Open”

Denver Post Life & Culture Dec 28, 2022 writes Denver Food Scene “Were Open”. Nearly three years after the pandemic began, it finally feels like Denver’s restaurant scene is starting to get back to its grove. My goodness. From where I sit, we definitely have […]

herbs de Provence

herbs de Provence

while actual herbs that make up the blend, usually it is a combination of lavender, rosemary, savory, and thyme: basil, bay leaf, fennel, marjoram, oregano, sage and sometimes not. the full power of herbs – beyond the dried herbs is bringing forward a warm summer day in the palisades.

any combination will work when used to flavor poultry and grilled meat.

Dining Out @

Dining Out @

Dining out we sampled the fares at Chicken and Beer as Estes Park eatery. the decor is the first indication that this is a fun eatery. the 1909 carriage house on the grounds of the Stanley Hotel is remodeled and comfortable … as is their […]