The Art Of Baking

Its essential during the summer months to have a cold drink in hand along with a cool spot to appreciate it. Although, the baker in me feels the most important part of these days, is to find delicious recipes that will help everyone beat the heat. Therefore, the rules to go by are finding recipes that do not use the oven at all or only at short increments, all the while creating treats that will cool everyone down.   So,for me I have found a dessert that settles in the category of short heat duration as well as extreme cool down.A recipe that brings back memories of childhood nostalgia, of sitting on the sidewalk enjoying an ice cream treat all the while listening to the melody of the ice cream truck.We of course all miss those days;but what if I said you can now have a piece of that in the home to introduce to your own family. Of course, you would say "Yes"   Well I have your answer.A simple recipe for homemade ice cream sandwiches are really all that you need ,esp

Warm summer weather is finally upon us on beautiful Vancouver Island.To celebrate,I am sharing a delicious dessert that everyone can simply make,using a slow cooker.Decadent single serve chocolate souffles are a splendid treat to enjoy this summer.A rich dessert made with simple ingredients and includes minimal prep work.The slow cooker does all the work for you in one hour,while keeping your home cool as well as putting time towards other projects. These mini souffles are a great recipe choice for two to three guests.They can be easily kept warm once ready to serve and can be easily garnished with just about anything you desire.For example, a simple take would be a light dusting of icing sugar and if you prefer a fancier choice ,then a dollop of ice cream topped with fresh fruit and mint would create a defiant crowd pleaser.Although,you can easily decide to keep them untouched, since they hold themselves quite well. Every spoonful of this dessert is incredibly crea