There is no doubt that it gives me great pleasure to have someone to bake for. (Not to mention then I don't feel compelled to eat said products!!!!) Since my daughter lives in Baltimore and my husband is trying very hard to stay off baked goods, Ryan tends to be the prime beneficiary these days. I guess I inherited this baking-giving gene from my Mom. On a day to day basis, my kids and my husband are the three usual beneficiaries … [Read more...]
Raspberry-Lemon Scones
3 cups all purpose flour 1 tblsp baking powder (fresh!) 2 large eggs 1/2 tsp salt 1/4 cup sugar 6 tblsp cold unsalted butter, cut into small cubes zest of one large lemon 1/2 cup plus 2 tblsp well-shaken buttermilk 1/2 tsp almond extract 1/2 pint fresh raspberries egg wash: one egg with a little warm water Preheat oven to 400F or 375F (convection). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a large shallow … [Read more...]