Monthly Archives: November 2007

Pumpkin Pie

I spent Thanksgiving day at my parent’s house along with Nick, my brother Evan and my grandmother Arlene.  Nick and I spent the better part of the day preparing the food and then enjoyed a lazy night watching Planet Earth in front of the fireplace.  I will post some photos and recipes of the other […]

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Evan Petrie - The pie was truly delicious Gemma!

Terry B - Pumpkin pie is my absolute favorite, Gemma! Having a fall birthday, I request it instead of a cake–I’ve done so for years. And for me, you can hold the whipped cream. Give it to me straight and leave the bottle–er, the pie tin.
Beautiful photos, by the way.

Cheddar Gougères

From the archives. If you are looking for a quick appetizer to keep your guests entertained this week, Cheddar Gougères are a delicious option. These airy, eggy, crusty puffs of pâte à choux are delicious right out of the oven. It might take a few attempts to get the pâte à choux the right consistency, […]

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Alex - I absolutely love gougères and they’re fab in winter with a glass of red wine! I make mine with parmesan cheese for even extra bite: http://eatingleeds.co.uk/2006/12/gougere.html

Alex - I absolutely love gougères and they’re fab in winter with a glass of red wine! I make mine with parmesan cheese for even extra bite: http://eatingleeds.co.uk/2006/12/gougere.html

Thomas MacEntee - These sound great – and I know what you mean by “making them about 4 times to get them right.” I’ve made the traditional Gougères for years but I think the sharp cheddar with the mustard and cayenne is brillant.
I’m think these, my garlic soup, and a glass of rioja . . .

Thomas MacEntee - These sound great – and I know what you mean by “making them about 4 times to get them right.” I’ve made the traditional Gougères for years but I think the sharp cheddar with the mustard and cayenne is brillant.
I’m think these, my garlic soup, and a glass of rioja . . .

Kelly J. - I made these for a recent birthday party and they were wonderful!!
Thank you for posting!!

Kelly J. - I made these for a recent birthday party and they were wonderful!!
Thank you for posting!!

gemma - You’re welcome Kelly. I love these for parties. They look so impressive, but they really don’t take too much effort. I’m glad you enjoyed them.

gemma - You’re welcome Kelly. I love these for parties. They look so impressive, but they really don’t take too much effort. I’m glad you enjoyed them.