We’re rapidly approaching the Christmas season, and here at home we’re starting to put up decorations and create a cozy winter atmosphere in the days following our son’s birthday on November 18. This also means that our morning cup of “Chocolat Chaud” or hot chocolate, if you prefer, is taking on a new character. There are several wonderful variations of this drink, and it…
Christmas
Homemade Vanilla Sugar
“Today, less than 1% of all vanilla flavoring comes from natural vanilla, so it’s a good idea to make your own vanilla sugar and vanilla extract…” I’ve never understood why people buy vanilla sugar, since it’s the easiest thing to make yourself, and when you make it from scratch, you know exactly what’s in it,…
"Lazy Kitchen" Aebleskiver with Einkorn
“This is my quickest æbleskive recipe, and yes, I really think this is the kind most moms need, especially during the darker months.” Because making apple fritters tends to turn into an all-day project if you’re using sourdough and all that. It’s great, of course, but sometimes you just need one…
