Author Archives: Lisa

Zenyatta (yada yada) Crostata

SO, what if that actually was the title of the Police Album? Would the tracks be something like, ‘Don’t Stand to Close to Pie’ or ‘Driven to Pears’? Sorry, I couldn’t resist. I’m late for yet another challenge, although technically, I … Continue reading

Posted in Daring Bakers, Dessert, Fruit, Pastry, Pies/Tarts | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 55 Comments

Rise, My Little Souffle..and umm, TWOffle

Souffle. The word itself can be rather intimidating.  Of all things culinary, the mention of a souffle seems to strike fear in some, and it’s obvious why.  If you have one in the oven, time freezes; you don’t walk near … Continue reading

Posted in Cakes, Daring Cooks, Dessert, Puddings | Tagged , , , , , , , , | 69 Comments

Bloody Bleeding Doughnut Eyeballs. Stab my Eyeball with a Fork, then Eat It!

Bloody Doughnut Eyeballs for Halloween! Doughnut holes loaded with bloody, red jam, then glazed and decorated to look like an eyeball with bloody veins. Stick a fork in them and watch them bleed as you serve them! I’m going to … Continue reading

Posted in Breads, Daring Bakers, Dessert, Jams/Jellies | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , | 79 Comments