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A Kung-Fu Master’s Journey Book Launch party « Mechow's Blog — Wed, 06 Jan 2010 02:33:03 +0000

[...] Sweet Melissa Sunday’s recipe is actually her famous Chocolate Chip Cookies with Toasted Almonds. I just left out the almonds in case anyone at the launch party had a nut allergy. I’ve actually tried this recipe with salted macadamia nuts and it was VERY delicious. Not too sweet, but flattened out like paper. I’m not sure if the butter wasn’t completely at room temperature, but it tasted great with its chewiness and crispness just on the edges. Jeh and my dad LOVED it that way. When I made this recipe for the launch party, it came out the way I was hoping for (not flat as paper). Although, I noticed that I wasn’t as crazy for them this time. I’m not sure if it’s because the Macadamia Nuts really made a difference, or if its because it wasn’t deliciously chewy like when it was flat as paper. The taste is still good, its just lacking the chewiness I was expecting from the first time I made them. (Photography by Cori Dang) [...]

Comment on Chocolate Pie Crust P&Q by Michelle

Michelle — Tue, 05 Jan 2010 22:34:21 +0000

I made this last night and just wanted to say you may add some more sugar or flavoring of some kind..I followed the diretions exactly and the crust had no flavor..tasted bland. Thank goodness I had a sweet filling.

Comment on Chocolate Pie Crust P&Q by Spike

Spike — Tue, 05 Jan 2010 19:19:52 +0000

I was thinking of doing a mini pie and a healthier version of banana cream pie.

Comment on Chocolate Pie Crust P&Q by Tracey

Tracey — Tue, 05 Jan 2010 16:54:26 +0000

I’m thinking of doing something with peanut butter too. It’s one of the few things my husband will eat and I don’t want to get stuck eating this all myself!

Comment on Chocolate Creme Caramels P&Q by Cynthia

Cynthia — Tue, 05 Jan 2010 16:16:38 +0000

I made these but did not have time to post my results. I made caramels last Christmas using Alice Medrich’s recipe, which was great. I let mine go to 252 degrees and did not feel that they were chewy enough. What consistency did the rest of you achieve at 248 degrees? Any info would be appreciated.

Comment on Chocolate Pie Crust P&Q by Nina

Nina — Tue, 05 Jan 2010 09:05:02 +0000

I’m making a peanut butter pie! No bake too. Easier haha.

Comment on 2010 Recipes by Julie

Julie — Tue, 05 Jan 2010 03:20:05 +0000

Hi! When will the January 31st recipe be posted? I will be out of town that weekend and want to bake in advance if at all possible. Thanks SO much!!!

Comment on Chocolate Pie Crust P&Q by Margot

Margot — Tue, 05 Jan 2010 02:41:14 +0000

I received some mini pie pans for Christmas and can’t wait to use them! There’s a macadamia caramel tart from the December issue of Bon Appetit I’ve been wanting to try so I might make that filling. Or something with coconut.

Comment on Chocolate Pie Crust P&Q by mgdsue

mgdsue — Mon, 04 Jan 2010 21:36:39 +0000

I am passing on this one, though I am sure I will regret it! I am picking two recipes each month to do and this month I chose the Lemon Walnut Sour Cream Pound Cake (which is baking in my oven right now!) and the Black Bottom Brownies. Can’t wait to see what everyone comes up with!

Comment on Chocolate Pie Crust P&Q by karen

karen — Mon, 04 Jan 2010 21:13:50 +0000

Chcolate Creme Pie!