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Chocolate Soufflés
This is what I actually made for Valentine’s day – not the pots de creme. Before you start making the mix, butter 4 ramekins (I used 6oz ones), and coat them with sugar. Cut 4 pieces of parchment, and butcher’s twine which you will later tie around the ramekins, after you’ve filled them. It is […]
Orange Chiffon Cake – With Olive Oil
February 16, 2013
This recipe has evolved from a recipe in the CIA cookbook, and a Bittman cookbook, and an Alton Brown recipe – to the point that it’s become its own thing. It is very versatile – it makes great cakes, and great cupcakes. This recipe makes a lot, but the cakes keep well in the freezer. […]
chocolate pots de crème with poached pear, olive oil, caramel
February 11, 2013
Chocolate pots de crème are similar to creme brulee, in that they are baked custard. Careful not to over bake them, since that makes them quite icky. This would be a great Valentine’s Day recipe, that you can make at home, and spare all the folks in restaurants who are totally slammed, and you can avoid […]
sam makes sweets 
February 27, 2013
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