Berry Custard Pastries

Tried this Instagram recipe for berry custard pastries with Italian crema pasticcera and they were fantastic. Definitely Insta-worthy!

Breakfast Delights

Baked goods from Dan The Baker.

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Strawberry and vanilla bean cream fruit tart with edible flowers and a ham and gruyere croissant. 

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Country sourdough bread. 

Crème Brûlée to Cap Off a Perfect Steak Dinner

I've gotten so good at making crème brûlée that I can do it while preparing a tomahawk ribeye sous vide for dinner (see related post).

I've noticed, though, that my Iwatani kitchen torch was having problems with self ignition. I had to try it a few times, and eventually had to assist with a pilot light (might have to look for a replacement). Nevertheless, the caramelized sugar delivered by the torch had the satisfying, sought-after crackling sound once you break through it. Still my favorite dessert. So good!