Category Archives: General

Junior’s Oatmeal

Posted on September 11, 2012 by Laurie

The summer I spent working on Nantucket Island was both idyllic and challenging. I was a pastry cook on my externship from the Culinary Institute of America (Hyde Park, New York) and working at Topper’s Restaurant at The Wauwinet Inn.  … Continue reading →

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First Rhubarb

Posted on April 20, 2012 by Laurie

In my garden, the first rhubarb is growing. On Sunday, I picked the first ripe stalks. Rhubarb means Spring and the end of our long, wet winter.  It’s simple to grow, simple to harvest.  Just wait for the stalks to … Continue reading →

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Croissants

Posted on February 14, 2012 by Laurie

Croissants are one of those elusive pastries that, done well, are truly amazing.  And in your home kitchen, an amazing feat. These beauties were made in my home kitchen. The keys to beautiful croissants are the in the dough and … Continue reading →

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Holiday Breads

Posted on December 28, 2011 by Laurie

After  a busy holiday, it’s time to recap a bit. Out of all of the wonderful treats I made this season (cookies, confections and things in between), I love my holiday breads best. They’re traditional which brings me back to … Continue reading →

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Holiday (Stollen) Biscotti

Posted on December 5, 2011 by Laurie

It’s the first week of December and I am well into my holiday baking. This can be a challenge because it’s also a popular time for classes.  I’ve been teaching regularly and this week I’ll teach five classes. I’ve been … Continue reading →

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