the domestic goddess

Finished with one day to spare.

In the end, I loved this pattern. Not at first, though. Way too many pieces to cut. But it came together easily with only one (small) mishap along the way. The pattern includes several nice details that really make the finished apron look beautiful. Skirt pleats, curved and lined pockets, a pleated and lined bodice, and nicely shaped bodice and skirt ties. I have plenty of fabric left over, so I think a potholder or two will make a nice follow-up gift. And, I see another one of these in my future -- one that will stay in my kitchen!

popovers

What a week. Busy; the days passed in a blur. We're starting the weekend with one kid fighting a cold and an irritating PayPal/USPS issue rearing its head again. So, let's introduce lightness into this cold, grey day with popovers.

Easy to make, crisp on the outside and doughy inside, they're delicious drizzled with honey. The ingredients and proportions are similar to crepes (more eggs, less butter), but they are baked in muffin tins and don't keep as well.

Still, they're well worth the wait.

Popovers
recipe from Baking with Julia

1 c flour | 1 c milk | 1/2 t salt | 3 lg eggs | 2 T unsalted butter, melted and cooled

Preheat oven to 425. Spray 10 cups of two muffin tins (you'll roughly fill every other cup to allow room for puffing). Pour all ingredients into a blender and blend until smooth. Pour into muffin tins. Bake without opening the oven door for 25 minutes. Turn temp down to 350 and bake another 15 or so minutes.