Scones

So today I am watching the television, my kids are home from school for the day. I'm thinking I should bake something. I decided on making some scones. Well I have a tried and tested recipe, but I decided to try another scone recipe to see how it bakes up.

I found that it was very sticky so I would say reduce the milk quantity from 2/3 cup to 1/2 cup or add the milk a little at a time just in case you don't need as much.

Outside of that change the recipe was ok. But I forgot to add the raisins. You know scones are not sweet, so not having the raisins means you need to add jam or jelly to give it that extra something.
I did however, sprinkle a little sugar on the tops. That did help quite a bit.

Here is a pic below and I will share the recipe as well with my changes.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/3 cup sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup butter or margarine
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 beaten egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup Raisins

 

 Directions

 

• Heat oven to 400 F.
• Combine flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon and salt.
• Using pastry blender or fork, cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
• Combine milk, egg and vanilla.
• Add to flour mixture slowly; stir until dry ingredients are moistened.
• Stir in raisins.
• Turn dough out onto a floured surface, sprinkle with a little flour and lightly knead.
• Flatten inot round circle and cut dough into 8-inch round
• Plcae on ungreased cookie sheet.
• Sprinkle with additional sugar, if desired.
• Bake at 400F for 15 to 20 minutes.
• Serve warm and enjoy

 I have some pumpkin that is about to make a debut in some dessert I'm about to make. Stay tuned.

Always remember to take life one day at a time.

I'm Back - Long Time

Hi everyone, it has been such a long time since I have been on my blog. With writing a new book and trying to promote it and just life in general, I had to take a break. I am hoping that I can make more posts going forward and that you will let me know what you are thinking. 

Do you like what you read? Do you want more? Do you have any burning questions? Let me know. Let's get this conversation started. 

I was able to visit with my parents in Jamaica this summer during the celebrations. It was very exciting. I could not have picked a better time to visit, with the Olympics and Jamaica's 50th Celebration. There was so much to see and enjoy. 

Just want to share a few pictures with you of the town into Montego Bay decorated. I hope you enjoy them. 

 Sam Sharpe's Square

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Jamaica's 50th Anniversary

 It has been so long that we have connected. I hope you have forgotten about me or given up on me. I have been so getting my book written for Jamaica's 50th Anniversary. I didn't want to miss this opportunity to take that trip down memory lane. I am proud to be presenting my new cookbook - MEMBA WHEN. More details to follow

I am making sure that I am in the mix for the celebrations. I can't wait, you know there is no party like a Jamaican party. We know how to make it happen. 

Jamaica Land We Love. 

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Happy Easter - Enjoying the Bun without the Cheese

Easter is a very special time of year for us in Jamaica. We celebrate Jesus' death and resurrection. It is also a time when we eat alot of Bun and Cheese. You know as a food blogger I had to share. Growing up I always liked HTB Bun and Tastee Cheddar Cheese, but now that I am grown (still debating) I make my own.

There is something to be said about making you own treats and desserts. It is fresh and minus all the extra additives. Not saying they are not delicious, I just have a thing for hot and warm cakes. I have to taste it as soon as it comes out of the oven. Sometimes I have to remind myself that I need to take pictures. With a busy schedule, taking care of the kids, writing a cookbook I almost didn't get my own order in. But I was not to be deterred. I'm so glad I persevered. This bun is DELICIOUS. I don't even need cheese to eat with it.

I think I need another piece. It is so moist, not too sweet except when you meet up on a mixed peel. I have to say, I have a new appreciation for the mixed peel. Growing up I didn't really like it, but I think my pallet has matured. I am enjoying this very much.

There are so many other food traditions from around the world, what are some of your Easter traditions. Let us know.

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Watch Your Sugar Intake

I was reading an article that spoke about being on a diet and trying to watch your sugar intake. This can get to be a chore if you eat out a lot or even a little bit. I thought to myself that is an interesting point, seeing that so many things these days have sugar in them. Even things that you wouldn't think would have a high sugar content.

Although I am not one of those people that really watch labels or count calories I do watch the labels for words that have multiple syllables or for words that end in "ose" like dextrose, fructose, lactose you get the picture. These are all sugars that can be found in foods that we eat. Things like sauce, ketchup, dressings. Always get these extras on the side so you can control how much you take in.

Just so you know the body does not distinguish between the sugars, whether it is found naturally in the food or it is added. We should still be conscious of the amount of naturally occurring sugar that you take in because the sugar content adds up.

Now you can't eliminate sugars from your diet because the body needs it to produce energy for us to keep moving. The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), say that sugars do have a role in a healthy diet. However, if you are overweight or you are not an active person then you should consider reducing your caloric intake. My best advice to you is to be very vigilant.

Always remember to take life one day at a time.

Your Invited - My Book Signing - Jamaica's Forgotten Treats - March 29

I'm not sure if you are aware, but I wrote a cookbook which I am very excited about. I am a self published author, and just trying to make my rounds in the publishing world.

I am busy promoting my cookbook and I will be having a Book Signing for my cookbook - Jamaica's Forgotten Treats. I will have treats for sampling.

Location : Roselle Park Public Library
Date : March 29, 2012
Time : 6:30 - 7:30pm

My cookbook is available at www.renaeescakes.com. Please support by purchasing a copy. The recipes are simple and easy to follow with ingredients you probably have in your pantry. I look forward to hearing from you.

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Chocolate Cake

I had an order to bake some cupcakes for a little boy's birthday and they wanted chocolate. They ordered my Death by Chocolate Chocolate Cupcakes. One teacher said "They were to die for" LOL. It got rave reviews.

I would give you the recipe, but then it wouldn't be my special recipe anymore would it.  : ) I like to experiment with different flavors, but when I find a recipe that works I don't mess with it. This is one of those recipes.

Do you have a family recipe that is just perfect? Tell me about it.

Always remember to take life one day at a time.