tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-59738151626260912252024-03-13T11:03:43.822-07:00Raech Bakes CakesRaechellehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14903927596478218007noreply@blogger.comBlogger4125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5973815162626091225.post-58598090361579612912012-08-23T04:10:00.001-07:002012-08-23T04:13:25.002-07:00Weekly Wish List<div style="text-align: center;">
I was planning to do this on Wednesday to fit in with the alliterative theme, but I got distracted by my <a href="http://raechbakescakes.blogspot.co.uk/2012/08/cinnamon-rolls.html#more" target="_blank">Cinnamon Rolls</a>, and weekly works just as well.</div>
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I saw these a couple of weeks ago and decided I needed one. I'm a big fan of mixing tight and baggy in one outfit. Think over-sized shirts with skinny jeans, or bodysuits with an A-line skirt. This would look great over a pair of denim shorts, and the colours would keep me in a good mood all day!</div>
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I've had my Vans (the same pair as this one) for a couple of years now and they are well and truly on their way out! They've done me well over the years, not only being the most comfortable shoes I've ever owned, but suddenly thrusting me into fashion after becoming popular earlier this year, which annoys me endlessly but that's a whole different post. Unfortunately, I've had to demote mine to work shoes, as the state they're in is only suitable for the likes of the kitchen, and they've had a thorough marinara bath when I was clumsy with the meatballs. So yeah, I'd say it's time for a new pair.</div>
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I work for a fabulous restaurant called Leon. We're a chain in and around London, and if you're ever in the big city visiting, you really should make a visit! I was a huge fan a long time before I started working for them. Through Leon, I discovered Honeybuns, a fantastic company who make desserts, and other products like lip balms with flavours based on their desserts (yum!). They're big into gluten-free baking, and so released this book. I happen to know this book has the recipe for my favourite Honeybuns dessert, and based on that one and only recipe I NEED to know, I'm buying this book. Then maybe I can extend my baking repertoire to include gluten-free!</div>
Raechellehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14903927596478218007noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5973815162626091225.post-71162562337061680492012-08-22T15:18:00.001-07:002012-08-23T02:43:12.677-07:00Cinnamon Rolls<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Firstly, I'll apologise for my terrible photography. This photo was taken on my phone, as my boyfriend had taken my camera to work, and my photography skills leave a lot to be desired anyway. As my father pointed out, this photo makes the rolls look purple, I can assure you they're not. Thanks, Pa!</div>
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Secondly, they look burnt, they aren't I just got a little sprinkle happy with the cinnamon and brown sugar. Caramelised is the word, I believe.</div>
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So, on with the post.</div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif; font-size: 16px; line-height: 24px;">4oz (around 113g) unsalted butter</span></div>
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<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 24px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">A mixer really helps for this, I only have a hand mixer, if you have a stand mixer with a paddle attachment, count yourself lucky. And appreciate the arm ache you won't have. <b>Then</b>, beat the water, sugar, yeast, eggs and egg yolks together on a low speed until well combined.</span></span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 24px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">Add the salt, the lukewarm milk and butter mixture and 2 cups of the flour, and beat it on a medium speed until well combined.</span></span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 24px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">Switch your mixer blades to your dough hooks. Add the rest of the flour and knead the mixture on a medium speed. You may have to add up to another 1/4 cup of flour (a tablespoon at a time), while still kneading, until you have a smooth dough that doesn't stick to the sides of the bowl.</span></span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 24px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">Shape your dough into a round and put it in a lightly oiled bowl, covered with cling film, for 1 and a half to 2 hours to double in size in a warm, draught-free place.</span></span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 24px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">When your dough has risen, knock it back a little and turn it out onto a surface that you dusted with the extra flour I told you that you'd need for dusting. And don't say I didn't warn you not to put it back in the cupboard. Roll it into a rectangle around 16x12 inches, with the long side towards you.</span></span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 24px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">Mix together the sugar and cinnamon for the filling, and sprinkle liberally all over the dough, leaving a 1/2 inch border at the top edge. Roll the dough tightly, using both hands. Moisten that top edge to help the roll stick together.</span></span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 24px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">Using a really sharp knife, cut the log into 12 pieces and lay on a greased baking tray. It's better to leave a gap between rolls, to leave space for expansion. Cover the baking tray with cling film and leave it in the same warm, draught-free place to double in size again, for 1 and a half to 2 hours.</span></span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 24px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">When the rolls have nearly risen, preheat the oven to 175 degrees C (fan oven, please see manufacturer's instructions for other ovens), and move a rack to the middle shelf ready for baking.</span></span></li>
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Okay, so this is a bit of a cheat of a post because, obviously, I'm not just listening to this 60 second teaser over and over, but I just couldn't choose a single track to show you.</div>
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<a href="https://www.facebook.com/themaskofvirtue" target="_blank">Mask Of Virtue</a> are 5 guys from my hometown who have made quite a name for themselves locally, and since signing to <a href="http://www.risingrecords.org/shop.php" target="_blank">Rising Records</a>, nationally! Their album, 'In This World', was released physically today and I am so happy for them! </div>
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They've just completed a tour supporting Silent Descent, getting their MOV on at venues such as the Riverside in Selby and Camden's famous Underworld and spreading their massive electro-metal sound with new fans all over the country.</div>
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You can buy Mask Of Virtue's album from <a href="http://www.play.com/Music/CD/4-/31096832/0/In-This-World/ListingDetails.html?searchstring=mask+of+virtue&searchsource=0&searchtype=allproducts&urlrefer=search" target="_blank">play.com</a>, <a href="http://hmv.com/hmvweb/simpleMultiSearch.do?searchUID=&pGroupID=0&adultFlag=false&simpleSearchString=mask+of+virtue&primaryID=0&btnSubmitSearch.x=0&btnSubmitSearch.y=0" target="_blank">hmv</a> and <a href="http://www.amazon.co.uk/In-This-World/dp/B007W4KI22/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1345482610&sr=8-1" target="_blank">amazon</a> (yep, in America too!) from today, if you get a chance to listen, I think you'll be pleasantly surprised. Think Enter Shikari, but heavier, and with goosebump-inducing vocals from frontman Joe.</div>
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Also, you may have noticed a quick glimpse of a photo credit in the video, check out <a href="http://www.AidenWadsworthPhoto.com/" target="_blank">Aiden Wadsworth Photography</a>!</div>
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Raechellehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14903927596478218007noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5973815162626091225.post-47382978430204559982012-08-20T07:04:00.000-07:002012-08-20T07:23:53.338-07:00I'm new here!<div style="text-align: center;">
<b>Hello!</b></div>
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I'm Raechelle (you say it like Rachel)! With a bit of inspiration and some mild nudging from friends and family, I've decided to branch out of the world of <a href="http://www.tumblr.com/">tumblr</a> and create a lifestyle and food blog of my own right here!</div>
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I ask you very nicely to bear with me while I'm experimenting with the dos and don'ts of blogging, and teaching myself to take better pictures!</div>
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Thanks for stopping by!</div>
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