Saturday, July 6, 2019

Friday, July 5, 2019

Cornbread


I was so thrilled to make this recipe again. It is from the CIA cookbook. Yes, the Culinary Institute of America, not the other CIA. This cornbread came out moist, light and cakey. Although the color is pretty pale, I've got to say that this is my favorite cornbread. I made chili to go with it for the 4th of July.

Mocha Cheesecake


Grandpa loves cheesecake. Grandpa loves coffee. I made this for his birthday. It has an Oreo crust layered with a coffee cheesecake and topped with a chocolate ganache infused with coffee. Adorning the fresh whipped cream is a chocolate covered coffee bean.

Vanilla Panna Cotta with Blackberry Coulis


Panna cotta was one of August's favorite desserts. We made it to celebrate his birthday. The silky creaminess of the custard is juxtaposed with the tart freshness of the berries.

Chocolate Macaroon Nests


We brought these cute little nests to Aunty Lily's Easter party. The nest is made from oats, shredded coconut and cocoa powder. The shimmer eggs are held in place with coating chocolate. Happy Easter!