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Lemon Drizzle Cake

IMG_3792I used the long weekend to test a few recipes for the upcoming holidays and one in particular was a “lemon drizzle” cake, which I knew my niece and mom would be partial to as lemons are a favorite. I cannot express how moist and delicious this dessert tasted once finished. It is the perfect treat to add to one’s holiday repertoire as it exudes a most citrusy flavor and can be for those who would prefer a light tasting sweet after a heavy meal with a hot cup of coffee.

IMG_3768 IMG_3781I recall my favorite aunt making a similar cake, and once I found a recipe that resembled hers, I added almond meal to the all purpose flour and cut back on the butter. Making the lemon syrup in a pan on top of the stove with the pulp, zest and sugar was the ultimate crowning, instead of using a traditional icing. It could not have turned out any better. Enjoy Linda McCartney’s recipe for Lemon Drizzle Cake from Town & Country.

K

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Hunter’s Moon

IMG_2159As an early riser, I was fortunate to see the wondrous lunar eclipse yesterday morning {October 8th} before going to work. It had stormed the night before and I was sure the cloud cover would prevent anyone from seeing the Hunter’s Moon. But, at 5:00 a.m. while listening to NPR the announcer indicated the skies were clear and to get outside and view the eclipse before 6:20. Putting on a pot of coffee, I woke Malcolm the cat, and then ran out the front door facing west to see the brilliantly lit moon in the first phase of darkening from earth’s shadow.

Malcolm and I enjoy the spectacular show of seeing the moon take on a gorgeous coppery red hue as the total eclipse took place before our eyes. There were a few planets in sight to add to this dramatic and remarkable scene taking place, one I believe was Uranus.

As my camera did not pick up quality images of the Blood Moon during this hour of the morning, but later in the evening the magnificent moon shone brightly which allowed me to capture a few shots.

Enjoy!!
K