Christmas morning…It’s probably one of the happiest mornings our family shares every year. Presents aside, it’s always a great feeling to wake up in a warm home filled with people you love. That’s enough for me. No presents needed. (more…)
Posts Tagged ‘white chocolate’
Merry Mornings Made with White Chocolate
Monday, December 21st, 2009All Fired Up for a New Summer Dessert!
Monday, June 22nd, 2009
Now that school is out for the summer, I’m already planning my entertaining. We have a deck on our roof, and the Taste of Minnesota food festival sets off fireworks four nights in a row. It’s pretty spectacular, and a great time for us to have friends over for dessert before the fireworks. The parties usually involve kids, so I like to make a dessert that is kid-friendly but also fabulous for adults.
I choose Puff Pastry Stars with Custard Sauce, and I know it will be a hit. The flavors are simple and yet fantastic – creamy custard sauce with a hint of white chocolate, plus puff pastry cut-outs dusted with powdered sugar, and a sprinkling of berries. It’s easy to get everything ready in the morning or the day before, and just assemble before serving. The kids could even add their own berries and stars just for fun! (more…)