Category Archives: The Oven

San Francisco Baking Institute, Week 1, Day 1

Posted on October 3, 2011 by melcrosby

San Francisco Baking Institute, here I come…. Everything happened like clockwork.  I made it to BART by 6:50 a.m. and took the train to South San Francisco.  My shuttle arrived for the San Francisco Baking Institute at 7:40, which put … Continue reading →

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What makes you happy?

Posted on October 1, 2011 by melcrosby

This is not my normal MWF posting schedule, but I thought that I would take minute to post a quick note before my airport shuttle arrives.  I am very excited about getting started with my pastry arts courses.  Next week, … Continue reading →

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Brown sugar & basil cookies with lemon glaze

Posted on September 30, 2011 by melcrosby

Lemon and basil are tasty together, right?  Basil and sesame are complimentary, correct? And, sesame seeds and soy sauce? And….brown sugar, as far as I’m concerned, makes everything better.  So, basically, these cookies were destined to be delicious. This recipe … Continue reading →

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Chocolate Matcha Shortbread Cookies

Posted on September 28, 2011 by melcrosby

I recently came across (and fell in love with) the Pastry Studio blog (http://pastrystudio.blogspot.com/).   I want to bake EVERYTHING that this pastry chef shares…..it all looks delicious! I adapted this recipe from the ‘Chocolate Sparklers’ recipe that appears under … Continue reading →

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Lemon Buttermilk Cookies with Blueberry Glaze

Posted on September 22, 2011 by melcrosby

Okay….it’s getting a little out of control around here.  Thank goodness that my husband is having to attend regular group meetings for school.  Otherwise, I would be eating all of these desserts myself.  These cookies are definitely worth the extra … Continue reading →

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