We’re heading into the season that celebrates family, gratitude, and most importantly, food!
What’s something that you’d like to cook or bake but have never tried? Perhaps this is a family recipe, something you’ve seen in a cookbook, or even something you’ve seen on a baking or cooking show. What are some dream recipes that you’d like to try if you had the time/tools/ingredients, etc.?
Hannah, Assistant Director: I’ve always wanted to try making croissants from scratch. I’ve seen videos of bakers making them and always marvel at how jiggly they are when they are fully proofed. But the skill and time it would take to laminate the dough intimidates me!
Ashley, Interlibrary Loan and Cataloguing: I would love to make a really good Cornish pasty. I have done steak and stout pies, Yorkshire puddings and shepherd’s pie but I have yet to try my hand at the pasty. My dad made some several years ago that were excellent. I had several pasties on my last trip to London and they are just the perfect on-the-go meal plus being very filling.
Alyssa, Adult and Teen Services Coordinator: My boyfriend loves New York-style cheesecake so I really want to try making that for him some time, but I’m super intimidated by all of the steps and the delicacy of it. I’m also a big fan of Indian food so I’d love to try making my own vegetable curry!
Baya, Youth Services: I’ve always thought that one day I’ll try making macarons. They’re delicious gluten-free cookies made with almond flour. The fillings can come in so many different flavors between two airy cookies. My favorite so far has been peach. Macarons have to be made just right, but it’s really satisfying to watch the process.
Now it’s your turn! What’s something that you’ve always wanted to try making? Let us know in the blog comments below!
