30 Jun
Earth from Celmentine Space Shuttle clem_india_saudi, originally uploaded by Theresa111.
As I sit here sipping my coffee, I already hurriedly drank the first half, I think about this living plant we’re on.
Here we are like specks of sand whirling over 2,000 miles per hour, in orbit around an ever exploding star we call the sun. [...]
28 Jun
Fisgard Lighthouse, BC, originally uploaded by hatchski.
Fisgard Lighthouse, BC
Fisgard Lighthouse, BC
Oldest light on the west coast of Canada.
Uploaded 12 Jun 07, 3.34PM EDT by hatchski.
Photograph taken by: Hatchski
Lighthouse Lady
Early morning before sunrise
Down winding stairs that lead up to the sky
She lightly touches the stones on the wall
Throws open the door to the cat she does [...]
27 Jun
Classic French Apple Tart, originally uploaded by Theresa111.
UM…Mmm…Oh! An Apple can be made into so many wonderful things to eat. Perhaps the most versatile of fruits. A pate brisse, flaky crust, frangipane and very thinly sliced apples, paraded over the filling into an almost pinwheel design. Dotted with butter and sugar, then baked [...]
26 Jun
Bobby’s Baby Bear, originally uploaded by Theresa111.
Bobby, our cat, wanted everyone to see his little bear. For those of you who have not met him yet, Bobby’s nickname is “Little Whanh,” because he is a kitty that does not Meow. No jokes please.
When we were small children living on Staten Island, NY, our [...]
24 Jun
Pear Frangipane Tart, originally uploaded by Theresa111.
Pears poached in simple syrup, vanilla bean, star anise and some liquor. Unbaked pate sucree, sweet pastry dough, frangipane and the poached pear halves placed flat side down. Bake then brush with hot apricot glaze. Garnish with freshly chopped pistachios. Incredible flavor.
Pear Frangipane Tart
1 9″ [...]
23 Jun
Creme Brulee…while it’s being torched…Do you see the flame?, originally uploaded by Theresa111.
Creme Brulee
This is one of the most satisfying desserts ever. The creaminess of the custard and the crunch of the caramelized sugar is fantastic. Top with some fresh fruit and wow!
2 c heavy cream (hot, but don’t boil)
4 egg yolks
2 1/2 [...]
22 Jun
Theresa’s Wedding Cake with Marzipan Roses and Leaves, originally uploaded by Theresa111.
About five weeks before our Pastry Arts Final Buffet, we were instructed on how to make and build a wedding cake. I must admit there are some necessary steps one must take to insure the cake will hold together and not tumble. [...]
