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Friday, May 14, 2010 08:00
Posted in Challenges, Daring Cooks, Food and Drink, Mexican, Recipes 43 comments
 When I read what the challenge for this month was going to be I got all excited. I totally love Mexican food!! The original challenge called for making Stacked Green Chili and grilled chicken enchiladas. Sounded like fun and while reading through the ingredients I figured I should be able to get them, if not...
Posted in Challenges, Daring Cooks, Food and Drink, Mexican, Recipes
Tags: chicken, chocolate, Daring Cooks, enchilada, mains, mexican, peanutbutter
Peter G @ Souvlaki For The Soul - May 14, 2010 - 09:41
Wow! What a glorious colour that dish has…oozing with perfect “cheesiness”! Love it Simone! [Reply] 
A Canadian Foodie - May 14, 2010 - 15:14
I see you used the cheese I tasted and ogled at when I was at Neal’s Yard Dairy, in London. YUM! You have convinced me about the deliciousness of this recipe – so, I have a couple of questions: [Reply]
A Canadian Foodie - May 14, 2010 - 15:17
OK – so I see you say 2 generous portions. I thought I had already read it carefully – but, apparently not! [Reply]  Selma McIntire Reply: Your photos are wonderful. I make a different (Tex-Mex) version of Stacked Enchalidas but I will try your version soon. [Reply]  Simone (junglefrog) Reply: I was already wondering what the guy was talking about.. [Reply]  Kaye Reply: Green tomatoes and tomatillos are *not* the same thing, not even interchangeable afaik. Tomoatillos are in the Physalis family, as I remember; the fruit covered with a paper husk. They’re usually a bit bigger than the yellow physalis that you can get fairly frequently at your groenteboer. The most consistent supply of Mexican items in Amsterdam is Tjin’s, just off the Albert Kuypstraat. They’ll have corn tortillas (frozen) from Corny Bakers in Weesp. I have a very vague recollection of seeing fresh tomatillos there, although I could mis-remember this. They definitely have whole tomatillos in cans, which generally work fine for most things. Rinse them well. There’s also http://www.latiendita.nl, who’s been redisigning their site for months and months and months. I’m getting desperate for their return, since I’m out of several things. There used to be a grocery in Wassenaar that catered to the expat population and had an impressive collection of things Mexican, including proper cheese (which imho is why most European Mexican food is pretty far from the real thing). This was Vreken, I think. Don’t know if it’s still there. It’s been a really long time since I was there. Your enchiladas look good! I hope the Red Leicester worked OK. I took to using a licht belegen hollandse geitenkaas, maybe with a bit of mozzarella or meikaas included for the proper stringiness. 
Asha@FSK - May 14, 2010 - 16:29
Ah! Simone! love your misadventures which result in such gorgeous dishes!! [Reply] 
Mary - May 14, 2010 - 16:38
While you had to make substitutions, your finished dish looks wonderful and it sounds like you had an adventure while trying to find the chiles. You did a great job with the challenge. I hope you are having a wonderful day. Blessings…Mary [Reply] 
pigpigscorner - May 14, 2010 - 17:27
Oh my..this looks amazing! So cheesy..and the mole sauce….yum! [Reply] 
Happy Cook - May 14, 2010 - 19:14
I came here through Daring bakers foroum as you had commentd in the FG and TS issue. Love your place. [Reply] 
Sarah - May 14, 2010 - 20:30
It seems that I am not the only one who had difficulties tracking down Mexican ingredients- I couldn’t even find tortillas so made something completely different. Your recipe looks delicious. [Reply] 
Mary - May 14, 2010 - 22:30
Your enchiladas look fantastic! I’m glad you enjoyed them, especially after such a hunt for the ingredients. [Reply] 
Barbara Bakes - May 15, 2010 - 05:59
Even your last bite picture is gorgeous! So glad you loved this challenge. Thanks for cooking for us. [Reply] 
Valérie - May 15, 2010 - 18:31
I agree, this was definitely one of the most delicious challenges yet! I had trouble finding tomatillos too… But I love your quick mole recipe, I’ll definitely try it! And as always, your pictures look beautiful. [Reply] 
Reeni - May 15, 2010 - 21:35
This is mouth watering! I have trouble finding tomatillos here too – and when I do I snatch up a whole bunch of them. They have a very unique flavor that I love. [Reply] Simone (junglefrog) Reply: I really can’t wait to try them and will definitely be on the constant lookout to find them! [Reply] 
peter - May 15, 2010 - 22:04
That’s a comforting dish…meat, lots of cheese and some hot sauce. I’ll bring the cervezas! [Reply] 
Wolf - May 16, 2010 - 03:58
I am so printing out your Mole sauce.}:P The store bought I used wasn’t that good. In fact, it wasn’t good at all. LOL [Reply] 
Lisa - May 16, 2010 - 13:15
Simone..I love the new layout of your site..it looks amazing! Speaking of amazing, what a smack down job on the stacked enchiladas. I wish I had known about the quickie mole recipe because I used Rick Bayless’ really long and involved red mole recipe LOL That said..I am (as always) in awe of those photos. Every little detail and color is spot on and so vibrant. Definitely making my mouth water. [Reply] 
Foodjunkie - May 16, 2010 - 18:42
I love all of your daring cooks entries, but these enchiladas look particularly yummy, especially with all this melted cheese on top. [Reply] 
Robert - May 17, 2010 - 05:10
I have read many places that Mexican food is really hard to come by in Europe. I would assume that makes your challenge taste that much sweeter. Excellent work. [Reply] Simone (junglefrog) Reply: Most of the ingredients for Mexican dishes are quite readily available here; it is just the special ingredients (such as tomatillos) that are hard to get! [Reply] 
Trissa - May 17, 2010 - 12:35
Look at all that super cheesy goodness! Great job on this challenge Simone – too bad you couldnt find the tomatillos – I wonder how much the flavour would have changed… [Reply] Simone (junglefrog) Reply: I am still on the lookout for tomatillos. If I ever will find them here I will definitely be making this with tomatillos next! [Reply] 
Olga @ MangoTomato - May 18, 2010 - 04:11
Too bad there weren’t many leftovers: that’s the best part about enchiladas! They look so cheesy!!! I’ve skipped too many challengens…shocked they haven’t kicked me out yet [Reply] 
bake in paris - May 18, 2010 - 08:41
So this is the challenge I decided to let go? Convincingly scrumptious and especially when it came to your shot, the dish just turned so vivid and beautiful. Sparkenhoe Leicester might have a great color, but it is entirely you skill to bring the dish into such breathtaking state. Sawadee from Bangkok, [Reply] Simone (junglefrog) Reply: O thanks Kris, you’re just to sweet… [Reply] 
Lori - May 18, 2010 - 14:59
Very delicious looking. Beautiful pictures- everything just jumps out at me! [Reply] 
lo - May 19, 2010 - 15:33
Gorgeous enchiladas, Simone! And it looks like great minds were thinking alike during this challenge (we did a mole too!). I’ll have to put this quick mole in my recipe file to try. [Reply] 
Jamie - May 20, 2010 - 09:49
OMG Simone, where the heck have I been? Your new look is gorgeous! Perfect and so much easier. And these enchiladas are to die for! Mmmm. Rich, creamy, cheesy, flavorful! I’m coming for lunch! [Reply] 
Maria - May 20, 2010 - 10:57
Hi Unfortunately I have some sad news about Rosie from Baking Cakes Galore. Could you please by my blog. I have written a tribute and would like everyone that knew her to leave a comment. I will be printing out all the comments to send onto her husband. Maria [Reply] 
theminx - May 20, 2010 - 18:31
That looks terrific, and I think your mole shortcut is brilliant. [Reply] 
Sophie - May 22, 2010 - 23:17
MMMMMMMM,…Simone!! Your enchiladas look a real treat!! I love to eat them from time to time!! Georgous pictures too! [Reply] 
lisaiscooking - May 23, 2010 - 05:31
The melted cheese looks so great! I love this kind of food and could enjoy it every day. If you can’t get tomatillos and monterey jack in Amsterdam, you’ll just have to come visit Texas! [Reply] 
Ellie (Almost Bourdain) - May 24, 2010 - 02:45
Love your enchiladas! They are pack full of flavours. Very nicely done! [Reply] 
Ivonne - May 25, 2010 - 03:07
Oh, Simone! Every time I come to your blog I feel like … why don’t I come more often?! Where has the time gone. Your enchiladas are simply stunning! [Reply] 
Simone (junglefrog) - July 3, 2010 - 17:23
I never got a chance to say thank you for your suggestions on where to get the ingredients! I will certainly be checking them out (and that website is still in redesign it seems…) Believe it or not we do not have a groenteboer in our area, so I have to do with the supermarket and well, they certainly do not have anything out of the ordinary! The red leicester worked perfectly in this dish…but any tasty cheese would probably do the trick! [Reply]
Monday, February 15, 2010 07:30
Posted in Desserts & other sweets, Food and Drink, Recipes 30 comments
 There’s is something so utterly satisfying about good chocolate that I immediately said a wholeheartedly YES when Kate from Serendipity asked me if I would like to participate in a valentine chocolate cooking. Kate was kind enough to supply the chocolate for this and it was within days that I had a package of really...
Posted in Desserts & other sweets, Food and Drink, Recipes
Tags: cake, chocolate, dessert, recipe, Recipes, sweet, valentine
30 comments
Trissa - February 15, 2010 - 08:31
Didn’t realize it was so cold there Simone! We are sweating buckets here in Sydney (when we aren’t being drenched by the rain!)… Your chocolate cake looks good enough to melt anyone’s heart and maybe even the dreary weather! [Reply]
Peter G @ Souvlaki For The Soul - February 15, 2010 - 08:35
Divine Simone! The heart shaped cake looks cute…hope you had a great day! [Reply]
Sophie - February 15, 2010 - 13:11
A gorgeous & tasty looking chocolate apple cake, Simone!! I also gave you an AWARD, dear friend!! Yeah!!! [Reply] 
deana@lostpastremembered - February 15, 2010 - 14:23
Great looking cake… like a big brownie… I loved the powder sugar design!!! [Reply] 
anncoo - February 15, 2010 - 14:50
This looks definitely good to eat. Mind to send the heart shaped cake to me? ;DD [Reply] 
marla {familyfreshcooking} - February 15, 2010 - 15:47
Great idea to use up all those flours on this gorgeous cake. They add more flavor and unique texture. Apples and chocolate, another nice twist! How did you do the stencil on the top? It adds so much to the presentation! [Reply] Simone (junglefrog) Reply: The pattern on top is from a template I received as a gift ages ago. I guess it would work with paper as well. Just cut out some patterns put it on top of the cake and sprinkle the icing sugar over it…. Very simple! [Reply] 
Kate at Serendipity - February 15, 2010 - 15:59
Simone, this is really lovely. I lovelovelove the idea of apples in the chocolate cake. We’ve just returned from Milano, where it was cold but not snowing. We had about 20 cm of new snow while we were gone… Ew. This cake sounds like the perfect antidote to this cold weather! Thanks for posting this. [Reply] 
Diane@2stews - February 15, 2010 - 16:25
I love apples…I love chocolate and I love how you married them! So befitting in a heart shape. Well done! Diane [Reply] 
Kate - February 15, 2010 - 17:01
Lovely idea to fight off the cold! Your cake looks delicious…and the heart shaped pan, wonderful! [Reply] 
hungry dog - February 15, 2010 - 17:02
What an interesting recipe! I’ve nver thought to combine apples and chocolate. ANd that heart-shaped pan is too cute. I love it! Happy valentine’s day (one day late:) ) [Reply] 
Angela@spinachtiger - February 15, 2010 - 18:13
I’ve never put apples with chocolate, but it’s looks beautiful and tasty. How about pears. Wouldn’t that work too? [Reply] 
Jenn AKA The Leftover Queen - February 15, 2010 - 19:35
You know, Simone, you often don’t find apples and chocolate together – but this looks incredible! Happy Valentine’s Day! The decorative top is just beautiful! [Reply]
Asha@FSK - February 15, 2010 - 19:43
Oh gorgeous!!! love the cute heart shape [Reply]
peter - February 16, 2010 - 01:55
I’ve not had apple and chocolate either but I’m game to try. Love the heart shape, hope you and your fellow ha a wonderful Valentine’s. [Reply] 
jain - February 16, 2010 - 03:30
beautiful design, it would be hard to eat something so pretty, but i would mananage! gorgeous pics! [Reply]
Reeni - February 16, 2010 - 17:24
How scrumptious looking with that excellent chocolate! I love the combo of apples and chocolate together. [Reply] 
grace - February 16, 2010 - 19:01
when it’s cold outside, i strongly believe that the best thing to do is stay in and eat. i’ve never had apples and chocolate together, but your cake is irresistible to me–great work! [Reply]
Olga - February 16, 2010 - 20:12
I’m usually not a fan of heart shaped things, but if they are filled with chocolate, I would not say no [Reply] 
lo - February 18, 2010 - 04:38
What a perfectly wonderful fudgy treat! The apple chocolate combo isn’t one I’ve tried either — but you’ve got me convinced. [Reply] 
Kate/Kajal - February 18, 2010 - 13:44
Oh my God ! These chocolate brownies are absolutely weakening me in the knees. I love how perfect they are, with the crackling exterior and moist, fudgy and goey interior. Never had them with apples though. Have to give it a go now [Reply] 
dharson - February 19, 2010 - 20:24
lisaiscooking - February 20, 2010 - 01:30
Your cake looks fudgey and delicious! I seriously need to use up some leftover flours myself. I just found an overflowing pile of half-used bags earlier today! [Reply] 
Sue - February 20, 2010 - 06:18
Your heart(of course I can tell)cake looks lovely and so delicious! I have made brownies with applesauce, but never with the fresh fruit. I’d like to try it sometime! Love your photography! [Reply] 
shelly (cookies and cups) - February 20, 2010 - 14:27
Your blog is beautiful! And the cake looks so yummy! [Reply] 
joey - February 21, 2010 - 06:39
Sounds like an absolutely delicious cake! I love dark chocolate-y things…and I love Donna Hay too Wish I could send you some warmth! It is so hot over here! [Reply]
Foodjunkie - February 25, 2010 - 17:43
Good substitution simone, plus it is not aspberry season yet, so it is better that you used apple. [Reply]
Thursday, January 28, 2010 15:23
Posted in Daring Bakers, Desserts & other sweets, Food and Drink, Recipes 42 comments
 Ok, don’t you all dare to laugh at me…Yes I forgot to make the challenge but I think I came back pretty quickly didn’t I? I was lucky that an appointment for today was cancelled so I all of a sudden had time to make these lovely bars. I first started with making the Graham...
Posted in Daring Bakers, Desserts & other sweets, Food and Drink, Recipes
Tags: chocolate, Daring Bakers, nanaimo, sweets
42 comments 
nina - January 28, 2010 - 16:04
You made a quick come-back, well done!!!! They do look delicious!!! [Reply]
Valérie - January 28, 2010 - 16:48
Hey, you bounced back really well! I’m impressed that you did them so fast! And adding lemon curd is a great idea! [Reply] 
ap269 - January 28, 2010 - 16:53
My middle layer looks like yours – many fellow bakers have much thicker layers. I wonder how because I measured the pan… But still, looks great! [Reply] 
Monika - January 28, 2010 - 16:56
Your crackers and bars look heavenly. I love the idea of putting some lemon curd in the middle layer. Must try it next time. [Reply]
deana@lostpastremembered - January 28, 2010 - 16:57
Genius adding lemon… great looking cookie~ [Reply] 
Eve - January 28, 2010 - 17:12
I love your blog – it’s so professional looking! Also, lemon was a great idea. I’ll have to try that next time. [Reply]
Asha@FSK - January 28, 2010 - 17:51
Awesome comeback!!! [Reply]
Foodjunkie - January 28, 2010 - 18:43
That was real quick, I have to admit. I love this Daring Bakers challenge! These little sweet bites look really yummy. [Reply] 
Lauren - January 28, 2010 - 19:13
Late or not, you did an absolutely amazing job on my challenge! I love the sound of lemon curd in the centre, and cinnamon essence would add amazing flavour! [Reply] 
Esi - January 28, 2010 - 20:36
I am super impressed that you got these done so fast! They came out really well!! [Reply] 
Sarka - January 28, 2010 - 20:43
Oh, you are wonderful, you managed to make these so quickly! I find myself being very ineffective these days! [Reply]
peter - January 28, 2010 - 21:27
That’s lickety-split quick! Nanaimo bars, a tasty Canadian treat that are dangerous to have around the house. Gobble…there goes another one! [Reply] 
Sarah, Maison Cupcake - January 28, 2010 - 21:38
Well done at getting these done at lightning speed, they look great. [Reply] 
Chris - January 28, 2010 - 21:51
I have to admit you did a much better rush job than I did! Love your photos, too! I’m adding you to my reader feed! [Reply]
Olga - January 28, 2010 - 22:19
you are a trooper! I decided to skip this month’s challenge (just like I skipped last month’s)…I just wasn’t feeling it. [Reply]
lo - January 28, 2010 - 23:41
I think we can all giggle a little bit — but it’s only because we’ve all been there! Love the look of these bars. They’re one of my favorites, and this challenge is giving me a serious craving. [Reply]
Peter G @ Souvlaki For The Soul - January 29, 2010 - 00:24
You came back really well Simone. And I think your graham crackers look perfect…the lemon curd is a great idea too (yum!). [Reply]
Reeni - January 29, 2010 - 03:22
These look really delicious! I’ve always wanted to make them. I like all your changes. [Reply] 
Jill @ Jillicious Discoveries - January 29, 2010 - 03:57
I love the idea of lemon curd to cut down the sweetness–great idea! Beautiful pictures too. [Reply] 
Natalie - January 29, 2010 - 04:02
wow! what a come-back! so fast too .. it took me 5 days to get mine.. [Reply] 
chef_d - January 29, 2010 - 05:05
oohh yummy, i love the idea of lemon curd to cut down the sweetness [Reply]
Sue - January 29, 2010 - 05:43
Woo Hoo, you did it! Adding the lemon was a great idea, because yes, the middle layer was very rich and sweet! My favorite part was making/eating the graham crackers:) Your bars look great and so do your grahams!!! [Reply] 
Coco Bean - January 29, 2010 - 06:15
Great idea with the lemon curd! These bars have always been super sweet and that’s probably why they are a favourite among kids here in Canada. They just taste like childhood to me, and I’m really glad you liked them! [Reply] 
Memoria - January 29, 2010 - 07:06
Wow! I love the changes you made and how you made these so quickly. Great job and excellent photos! [Reply]
Lisa - January 29, 2010 - 15:54
Simone – your Nanaimo’s are gorgeous, and even though I trulyy feel the buttercream filling is just too rich and sweet, I wholeheartedly agree that the addition of citrus makes a difference balance wise – as you could tell by my very lime bars LOL Gorgeous, gorgeous photos – take my breath away! [Reply] 
Soma - January 29, 2010 - 17:10
You did it pretty quick for sure:-) I really like it that you used cinnamon. I buy cinnamon flavored graham crackers at home.. our favorite. The bars look gorgeous.. esp the citrus. [Reply] 
art and lemons - January 29, 2010 - 17:20
Nice turn around, and lemon curd is always a winning combination with super sweet layers. Lovely. [Reply] 
Koko - January 29, 2010 - 18:45
Better late than never- they look fantastic! I have lived near to Nanaimo all my life, and so nanaimo bars have made an appearance at just about every gathering I’ve ever been to! [Reply]
Jenn AKA The Leftover Queen - January 29, 2010 - 19:03
These look great! I laughed when I read this: “I mean 1/8 inch doesn’t mean anything to me…” because I can totally relate – and then I felt a little dumb, because I realized why it doesn’t mean anything to you, and how it should mean something to me, and then I laughed even harder! Thanks for the laugh, Simone! [Reply] 
Hannah - January 29, 2010 - 20:25
I’m simply captivated by all of the texture you captured in that top photo- I’m drooling over your bars! Another well done challenge, as if you could do any less. [Reply] 
Jenny Tan - January 30, 2010 - 05:44
Wow, you are efficient! [Reply]
Angela@spinachtiger - January 30, 2010 - 16:02
I love the combination of lemon and chocolate. It’s superb and so is your dessert, late or not. [Reply]
Jamie - January 30, 2010 - 16:18
Ha ha! I didn’t even get to them late! Good for you! And yours look luscious – brilliant to add a bit of lemon curd, I’ll bet it tasted fantastic! Also love the gooiness of the chocolate topping. Yum! [Reply] 
Michelle - January 30, 2010 - 18:39
They look delicious. I’ve never even eaten one, but now I might try baking some of my own. I’m afraid I’m gonna take the easy route and buy the graham crackers though. : ) [Reply] 
Aparna - January 31, 2010 - 07:30
Better late than never, especially when the Nanaimos look as good as these. [Reply]
Sophie - January 31, 2010 - 10:41
Waw,….Simone!! You did an outstanding job!! Waw,…they turned out excellent, …;I say!!! MMMMMMMMMMM,….They look so fabulously tasty!!! [Reply]
Ivonne - February 1, 2010 - 01:30
Simone, they look amazing! So perfect … I’m glad you enjoyed them! [Reply] 
Pea soup « Junglefrog Cooking - February 11, 2010 - 10:08
[...] lately and ok, I did give most of it away but still a good chocolate cake, lemon cake or even the nanaimo bars we made for the Daring Bakers are all fabulous and a little bit too fabulous to give it all away, [...]
Saturday, September 19, 2009 17:50
Posted in Desserts & other sweets, Food and Drink, Recipes 26 comments
 After spending way to much time away from the stove I figured it was time for some proper baking and what better recipes to try then Donna Hay’s? I love her recipes and have already quite a stack of favorites that I turn to time after time (the chocolate mousse recipe is just too good!!...
Posted in Desserts & other sweets, Food and Drink, Recipes
Tags: cakes, chocolate, dessert, fudge, recipe, Recipes, sweet
26 comments 
Peter G - September 19, 2009 - 18:04
Yum! I love a good cake with fudge! I notice you have geckos on your blue print cloth! I think they look cute! [Reply] 
Mara @ What's for Dinner? - September 19, 2009 - 19:51
Those are so cute!!! May i use a picture on Cute Food Saturday? [Reply] 
peachkins - September 20, 2009 - 02:14
I love the presentation of this chocolate fudge cake! [Reply]
Reeni - September 20, 2009 - 02:23
These look delicious! I love them in the clear ramekins!! Irresistible! [Reply] 
Kate at Serendipity - September 20, 2009 - 11:38
These look wonderful. I love the little glass cups too–are those Weck? Yikes! Chocolate, cute containers, great photography. I love this place! [Reply] 
natalie - September 20, 2009 - 14:24
yum! these look so good, and i love the glasses you baked them in!! too cute! [Reply]
lisaiscooking - September 20, 2009 - 15:55
Donna Hay recipes are so great! Your cakes look fantastic. Nice texture, and nice presentation. [Reply]
FoodJunkie - September 20, 2009 - 16:46
This looks delish and I love the little red and white ribbons! [Reply]
Soma - September 20, 2009 - 17:45
these look really really cute & I really like the contrast of the blue & the chocolate. I have been using my cast iron pan for more than 10 years now, & if i had to pick one thing from my kitchen i would pick this. [Reply] 
Lauren - September 20, 2009 - 20:41
Yum! I love little chocolate cakes, they’re the perfect combination of indulgence and moderation =D. [Reply]
Sophie - September 20, 2009 - 21:47
Your pictures are always real winners!! The desserts always look so tempting!! What a fab dessert!!! MMMMMMMMMMMMMMM,…I so digg it!!!! [Reply] 
pixen - September 21, 2009 - 02:08
Can I be your neighbour? [Reply] 
Jen @ MaplenCornbread - September 21, 2009 - 02:18
I LOVE Donna Hays too!! This cake looks so wonderful! Love your photos. [Reply] 
cassie - September 21, 2009 - 17:10
I love the ramekins… Is it possible to know what brand they are? [Reply] Simone (junglefrog) Reply: He Cassie. They are not really ramekins; I used tiny weck-jars instead. I thought it would be cute… [Reply] 
Monica - September 22, 2009 - 02:40
Gorgeous photos and they look amazing in these little jars. Two questions: what is a weck and where can I get the weck jars? [Reply] Simone (junglefrog) Reply: I am not sure if I am using the correct english term for this but you would use ‘weck’ jars if your making – for instance jam or something pickled – that you want to keep for a long time. You can seal the jars with a rubber band and you can then store it for a long time. I bought them in the Netherlands at Dille and Kamille, but wouldn’t really know where to buy them in any other countries. [Reply]
joey - September 22, 2009 - 14:37
I love Donna Hay! And these fudge cakes look absolutely divine! [Reply]
Olga - September 23, 2009 - 15:31
Simone, that looks SO VERY GOOD! [Reply]
Jamie - September 24, 2009 - 13:48
You are the second person who has raved about this cookbook and I can see from these marvelous cakes that I have a cookbook to buy! Yum! [Reply]
Monday, March 23, 2009 08:00
Posted in Desserts & other sweets, Food and Drink, Recipes, Weblogs 15 comments
 Hmmm…. you know that moment when the visual image of something turns out to be less then the actual food itself? Let me explain; I had been wanting to make the recipe for chocolate nougatine with hazelnut praline from Jo over at Foodjunkie for a while now, but I couldn’t find enough hazelnuts. In the...
Posted in Desserts & other sweets, Food and Drink, Recipes, Weblogs
Tags: baking, chocolate, delicious, food, hazelnut, ingredients, nougatine, recipe, Recipes
15 comments
FoodJunkie - March 23, 2009 - 12:40
Simone, what happened to the layers? Anyway, your photo is lovely as always. You need to roast the hazelnuts first and the skin comes off real easy. In Greece we find them ready roasted, so we never have to do that. BTW I am impressed by how expensive hazelnuts are in general outside of Greece! In London I could not believe my eyes and almost decided against making the dessert, but my friend really wanted it. [Reply]
Simone (junglefrog) - March 23, 2009 - 12:56
I don’t really know what happened to the layers, but they kind of disappeared! I did make the layers (only two due to the missing caketin problem) but you don’t see them anymore. You can still taste them but not sure where I went wrong. [Reply] 
Nicole (Sweetie Pie) - March 23, 2009 - 17:47
The hazelnuts are beautiful. Even though they didn’t turn out as expected, they still look totally yummy! I love hazelnuts and chocolate together! [Reply]
Simone (junglefrog) - March 23, 2009 - 17:51
Thanks Nicole. It was totally yummy as well. It’s a good thing Tom is going to bring the rest to work tomorrow or else we would be eating the entire batch ourselves!! [Reply] 
Kate - March 24, 2009 - 00:57
This looks really tasty. One trick to making the paste is to keep processing — also, adding a little bit of oil will make the paste smoother. I posted a recipe for praline paste not too long ago. [Reply] 
Culinary Wannabe - March 24, 2009 - 03:49
Sounds like a pretty complicated recipe! The flavors sound spot on though! [Reply] 
Melissa - March 24, 2009 - 04:02
I am not sure if I have ever had anything like this. It looks great! You have some amazing looking recipes and your pictures are beautiful. [Reply] Simone (junglefrog) Reply: Thanks everyone for the nice comments! Kate, great tip on the praline. I’ve been checking out your blog and I know now what I have done wrong…:) [Reply] 
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Amalia - March 26, 2009 - 12:35
This cookies looks really good ! I visited your site and I think that is very interesting [Reply] 
Nurit - 1 family. friendly. food. - March 27, 2009 - 04:09
wow, this sounds like heaven! I don’t think I’ll make it – too sinful – but I’ll buy it from you if you sell it [Reply] 
Ruth - March 27, 2009 - 07:52
I recently came accross your blog and have been reading along. I thought I would leave my first comment. I don’t know what to say except that I have enjoyed reading. Nice blog. I will keep visiting this blog very often. Ruth [Reply] |
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Those bars look great with your changes. I love cinnamon, and the combination with lemon sounds divine!
Beautiful photos.
I’m gawking at those little pots while my little boy fighting for my laptop because he saw the little ‘lizards’ on your table cloth! Lovely fudge cakes!
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