Cheesy Herbed Popovers

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These are the first popovers I’ve ever made in my whole life.

I hadn’t known much about them before… just until the day when I noticed a gorgeous post over on Tracy’s blog where she, as I see it, convinced all people of this planet to make their own popovers immediately. Because there’s just now other way they can keep on living their lives. That’s how delicious Tracy’s recipe looked.

So I gave them a try.

And liked them a lot.

At first sight, they might seem like a drier kind of bread thing, but they are not. They are moist, light and airy… like puffed up savory pancakes. But most of all, they are amazingly tasty.

Their flavor is a perfect combination of cheese, thyme and oregano goodness. And there’s also a little bit of black pepper involved which really does the trick.

And the fun part? You need no fancy popover pans. These were prepared in a mini muffin pan and it worked out perfectly.

 

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You want to make your own popovers? Here’s what you need…

 

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1. First, in a larger bowl, mix the milk, eggs, flour, 2 tbsp (30 grams) melted butter, salt, pepper and the herbs.

You can see a bit more herbs in the picture above. I was in a very generous mood when I was making my first batch, I admit. I made them again the other day with less herbs, and that tasted better.

 
 
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New Pattern ~ Crochet Chicks

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I am sending you my warm greetings from this happy place where crocheting currently rules the world.

Like seriously, I am obsessed with yarns and hooks right now, can’t stop it, it’s stronger than me, and I am blissfully giving in …aaah!

I dream about spring projects, have so many on my mind… this time of year is sooo inspiring and invigorating.

Anyhow, I really liked and appreciated your response to this little chick when I posted a picture of it in my last post.

And now, as promised, I also have a PATTERN for you, so now you can create your cute little chick too…

Or an army of them, just like I did.

 

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The pattern offers a step-by-step picture tutorial with 50 pictures, so it will be a snap to make one.

 

 

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Look, they can hide a sweet treasure, if you want them to.

Kids would love this.

 

 

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And it is really funny to look them in the eyes.

I can get lost in them for hours… hehe, not really. But they totally make me laugh.

 

 

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If you’d like to learn more details about the pattern, please visit MY SHOP.

Enjoy!

Love,
Petra

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Random Joy

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I hope you had a nice week, dear friends.

Mine was very enjoyable, indeed… I enjoyed the humble, almost-spring sunshine, I enjoyed seeing some cute little flowers make their first appearance above the ground, and I enjoyed a few more simple pleasures… like getting lovely flower photo props from IKEA…

 
 

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Seeing these adorable earrings and making them mine immediately. Forever!

 
 

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And making these mine too. They are the color of my eyes, I like it a lot.

 

 

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I have finished a few spring crocheting projects.

The best time ever!

 
 

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And we also went for a lovely walk today.

 
 

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And look! How amazing is this shop window? Cuteness overload!
 

Well, these were the highlights of my colorful week.

I hope the new one will bring many colors too – that is what I wish to you and to me too…

With lots of love,
Petra

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New Pattern ~ Crochet Baskets

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Spring is here! Spring is here!

Well… almost, but for the sake of my mental sanity, I act like it’s here already.

These days I like to dive into the wonderful world of spring projects and spend the sweetest hours thinking about bright colors, sun, flowers and everything that makes this time of year so magical.

As a result of this activity, I present to you these bright and colorful CROCHETED BASKETS.

If you’d like to make them, then I have good news for you… as usual, I’ve put together a big, fat pattern that is packed with photos and useful tips. Just for you to enjoy.

If you are interested, you can find all the details about the pattern in MY SHOP.

Have a wonderful week,

Petra
… off to work on something new and colorful

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Chocolate Pancake Cake

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This is a very healthy dessert with nearly no calories at all.

It’s almost like a tic tac.

Okay, that’s not true… but wouldn’t it be awesome if it was?

 

You know what?

Around this time of year people often ask me: “Petra, why each year in February you die and then come to life again in March?

And I say to those people: “I dunno, but do you have some chocolate for me?”

That’s exactly what happens. Exactly that.

So yes, it’s chocolate that makes me crawl through the end of winter each year.

Like, for example these chocolate pancakes with lovely whipped cream filling that I had for breakfast today.

Let’s just hope that our door frame will have mercy on me and will still keep me letting out of the flat.

Let’s hope…

 

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Here’s what you need if you want to commit this sweet sin too.

 

 

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1. First, combine the dry ingredients: 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tsp baking powder, 4 tbsp cocoa, 1/2 cup granulated white sugar and 1/4 tsp salt.

 

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