This dish became much simpler to make when I realized that I could buy almond milk instead of boiling, grinding, and straining almonds for hours on end. I am very grateful to the vegans at this moment! This simple dessert is amazing and delicious both warm and cold. Traditionally, I read it is served in…
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M-hanncha – the Almond Snake
M-hanncha is one of Morocco’s most popular pastries and is served for special occasions. Conveniently, every meal in Morocco seems to be a special occasion! The almond filling is quitissentially North African and can also be seen in savory dishes like Almond Stuffed Bass and Bastilla of Fez with Chicken. Sweets permeate Moroccan meals and…
Chocolate Macaron with Orange Blossom Buttercream and the Secret of the Macaron
We all know that the French Macaron is the most impressive cookie out there! I have been working feverishly to perfect it and make this famously difficult dessert attainable for the home cook, and I have some secrets to share! Due to the famed difficulty of properly preparing these cookies, French pastry chefs would (and…
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