Today I made some lovely little chocolate cakes. They’re called “double chocolat” because they use two kinds of chocolate for the cake part, as well as the cream.
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Matcha and Chestnut “Omelettes”
Today I introduced a friend to the cooking studio and we did a lesson together. We made small pastries shaped like “omelettes” with chocolate, matcha (powdered green tea), and chestnuts.
Mille Crêpes
Today the teacher had us make crêpes. It went pretty well all things considered though my first attempts were atrocious. By the end though I finally got the hang of it and now I can make crêpes for my family!
Gateau Weekend Citron
These mini lemon pound cakes were really delicious!
RECIPE: 返し – Kaeshi
Like dashi, kaeshi is a foundation sauce used in Japanese cooking. It is very simple to make.
How to Make Kaeshi
Ingredients (Makes 4 Cups)
- 3 cup Soy Sauce
- ¾ cup Sugar
- ¾ cup Mirin
Directions
- Cook 3 cups soy sauce and ¾ cup sugar in a medium pot until it comes to a gentle simmer. Add ¾ cup mirin and bring it to a simmer.
- Turn off the heat. Can store remaining kaeshi for other Japanese dishes.
Blueberry Cream Cheese Bread
This is one of the most delicious breads I’ve ever made, but it’s so decadent!
Panda Samurai 