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Christmas Breakfast: Dutch Baby Pancakes with Apples

Dutch Baby Pancakes with Spiced Apples

Serves 2

For the Dutch Babies

2 eggs

½ cup milk

½ cup sifted all-purpose flour

1 pinch ground nutmeg

1 pinch salt

2 tablespoons butter

confectioners' sugar for dusting

Place a 10-inch cast iron skillet inside oven and preheat to 475 degrees.

In a medium bowl, beat eggs with a whisk until light. Add milk and stir. Gradually whisk in flour, nutmeg and salt.

Remove skillet from oven and reduce heat to 425 degrees F. Melt butter in hot skillet so that inside of skillet is completely coated with butter. Pour all the batter in the skillet and return skillet to oven. Bake until puffed and lightly browned, about 12 minutes. Remove promptly and sprinkle with powdered sugar.

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For the Spiced Apples

2 tablespoons butter

2 large apples, peeled, cored, and sliced ¼-inch thick

¼ cup cold apple cider

¼ cup brown sugar

¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon

In a large skillet or saucepan, melt butter over medium heat; add apples. Cook, stirring constantly, until apples are almost tender, about 6 to 7 minutes. Add apple cider, then stir in brown sugar and cinnamon. Boil for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and serve warm with Dutch babies.

Photo © The Jewels of New York

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Jasmine-Mint-and-Rose Tea Blend (paired with Mini Almond-Cranberry Cakes)

Makes about 1 cup dried tea mixture

Making your own tea blend is a special kind of ritual you can enjoy year-round, but in these cooler months its benefits abound. It cleanses the system, balances over-stimulated senses, and brings a sense of contentment. Settle in with this beautiful brew, pair something sweet, and get present. -- ½ cup dried jasmine tea leaves -- 2 tablespoons dried rose petals -- ¼ cup of mint tea leaves Mix all the ingredients together and store in a tin or jar until ready to use. Use 1 tablespoon per cup of boiling water and steep for 5 to 10 minutes. This caffeine-free tea can be served hot or cold over ice with a bit of honey. Mini Almond-Cranberry Cakes Makes about a dozen mini cakes -- 1¼ cups almond flour -- ½ teaspoon baking powder -- ¼ teaspoon salt -- 3 tablespoons melted coconut oil, plus more for greasing -- ¼ cup sugar -- 2 eggs -- ¼ teaspoon cardamom -- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon -- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract -- 1 cup dried chopped cranberries -- confectioners sugar, for dusting

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Lightly grease your favorite mini 1½-inch cake molds with coconut oil. In a large bowl, stir together almond flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside. Using an electric mixer, combine coconut oil and sugar until combined, about 2 minutes. Add eggs, cardamom, cinnamon, and vanilla extract, and continue to mix for another 2 minutes. Beat in flour mixture, ½-cup at a time. Stir in cranberries. Chill dough in the refrigerator for approximately 30 minutes. Fill cake molds with batter. Bake until edges begin to brown, 5-8 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool. Dust cakes with confectioners sugar before serving.

Photos © The Jewels of New York)

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RECIPE 3: Salty Chocolate-covered Toffee Crackers by Lillie Auld of

Butter Me Up, Brooklyn!

LILLIE'S RECIPE STORY: For most of us, there comes a time in life when one must brave The Office Holiday Party (TOHP). Your first one is always the hardest. TOHP must be navigated with care. This delicate event begins with the The Sign-Up Sheet. When it first goes up in the shared kitchen space, you know there is no turning back. This is no joke. Since this is your inaugural year attending TOHP you probably think that it is a good idea to sign up for napkins and paper plates. Resist. Remember, you are a newbie and these items are not meant for you.

This line on the sheet is for the old-timer who strolls in twice a week at 11am, but it’s cool and no one cares - he’s important and can make his own schedule. He probably could get away with showing up to TOHP empty-handed but he wants to contribute because he also happens to be a nice guy, so the organizers throw him a bone and let him clear out the party supply aisle at the bodega.

At this point in the story, I’m going assume that we are friends, which means I’ll let you in on the secrets of success at The Office Holiday Party: Year One.

What is sweet, salty, crunchy, covered with chocolate, feeds a crowd, travels well, and can be made days in advance? This is no riddle. The answer is a magical creation, and goes by the name of Salty Chocolate-Covered Toffee Crackers. One batch and you will never have to worry about what to bring to TOHP again. This is your ticket to TOHP success, my friend!

Do not be shy—but also don’t be the first (or last) person to add to the list—and sign your name with confidence in the “Sweets” category. You have this little secret in your back pocket. I brought these when I attended my first year of TOHP and have never once since looked at the sign-up sheet in fear.

INGREDIENTS: makes enough for a party (or about four dozen 2-inch pieces) 40 saltine crackers (or about one sleeve of crackers) 2 sticks (226 grams) unsalted butter, cut into pieces 1 c (200 grams) brown sugar, packed 1/2 tsp vanilla 1 12-ounce bag (2 cups or 340 grams) semi-sweet chocolate chips Flaky salt (such as Maldon), for sprinkling

DIRECTIONS: Preheat the oven to 350.

Line a rimmed 18x13 baking sheet with foil, and generously butter the foil. Line the pan with crackers, making sure they are as close together as possible, and break crackers in half so they fit right up to the edge of the pan.

In a medium saucepan combine the butter and brown sugar. Cook over medium heat, stirring often, until the mixture is completely melted and smooth. As soon as it begins to boil, turn down the heat slightly and simmer the caramel for three minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla.

Slowly pour the caramel evenly over the saltines and spread the caramel all the way to the edges of the pan to completely cover the crackers. The crackers will want to move around, but don’t let them, you are the boss of those crackers! Bake the crackers for 12 minutes.

Carefully remove the pan from the oven (the caramel will be bubbling) and set the pan on a wire rack. Sprinkle the chocolate chips over the crackers. Let the chips stand for a few minutes until they have completely melted, then use an offset spatula to spread the chocolate evenly over the crackers. Sprinkle with salt.

Cool for several hours or until the caramel has completely set and the chocolate has hardened. Remove from the pan, carefully peel away the foil and cut or break into bite-sized pieces. Store in an airtight container between layers of waxed paper for up to a week.

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Breakfast This Thanksgiving: Diana Yen's Spiced Granola

Spiced GranolaMakes 6 servingsActive Time: 10 minutesTotal Time: 35 minutes-- 3 cups rolled oats-- 1 cup raw pecans, roughly chopped-- ¾ cup pumpkin seeds-- ½ cup candied ginger, chopped-- 6 tablespoons melted coconut oil-- 3 tablespoons honey-- 3 tablespoons maple syrup-- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract-- 1 teaspoon cinnamon-- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg-- ½ teaspoon saltPreheat oven to 350 degrees F. In a large bowl, combine oats, pecans, pumpkin seeds, and candied ginger.In a separate bowl, stir together coconut oil, honey, maple syrup, almond extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Pour over dry mixture in a sheet pan, tossing to combine.Bake granola, until golden brown along edges, about 20-25 minutes, tossing gently from time to time. Granola can be made one week ahead and stored airtight at room temperature.(All photos © The Jewels of New York/Lonny)

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DIY BOW HEELS

You need:

a pair of pumps (these or these would be great)

a piece of leather or suede to match the material of your shoes (grab one of our leather making kits here!)

this template on A4

2 shoe clips or earring clips

e6000 glue

scissors

How to:

1. Cut out your template and pin/tape it onto the leather. Cut out your leather bow.

2. Create two like this.

3. Place some glue into the centre of the bow.

4. Pull the tab over and glue it down.

5. Add some glue in the middle on the underside and press the clips on. Leave these to dry overnight.

Voila!

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DIY DIPTYQUE INSPIRED TUMBLER CANDLES

You need: - A glass tumbler - Wax beads - A wick - Tape - A knitting needle or pen - Essential oils (I used rose and vanilla – feel free to get creative and mix your own scents!)

How to: 1. Fill the tumbler with wax beads.

2. Put the beads in a pyrex jug in a pot of water and bring to boil.

3. Add your essential oil. For each candle I added around 10 drops of oil

4. Using some wax, fix the wick to the bottom of the glass.

5. Tape the wick to the knitting needle/pen balanced on the glass so that the wick doesn’t collapse when the wax is poured in. Then pour the wax into the tumbler (careful, it’s very hot!!) and let it set overnight. 

6. If your wax dries  with a dip in the middle (which can happen when it shrinks), heat a little more wax and fill so the surface  of the candle is flat. Finally, cut the end of the wick to around an inch long. Enjoy!

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DIY SCALLOPED HEELS

You need:

A pair of strappy heels (these are simple Tony Bianco ones I’ve had for years)

A piece of scrap leather or suede (faux would also work too)

Scissors3.  Next, using sharp scissors, carefully cut out the leather along the template, so you end up with scalloped trim as seen below.

Clear tape

This Scallop Printable printed on A4

A few pieces of leather twine

Grab yourself a leather making kit here with all the materials you need and lots of leather to experiment with.

How to:6. For the front strap, make two holes at the edge of the fabric, and thread the twine through, tying it to he underside of the strap.

1. Start by carefully cutting out the template.

2. Using the tape, stick that to the underside of the leather/fabric.

3.  Next, using sharp scissors, carefully cut out the leather along the template, so you end up with scalloped trim as seen below.

4. The end result should look like this. You’ll have to cut around 4 pieces or more for your heels.

5. To attach to your heels, you’re going to use two methods. For the ankle straps, simple cut two slits into the leather and weave the strap onto it.

6. For the front strap, make two holes at the edge of the fabric, and thread the twine through, tying it to he underside of the strap.

Voila!

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DIY FRINGED CLUTCH (FROM SCRATCH!)

Wearing: Top and jeans by Kookai

You need:

A piece of leather

Leather cord

A multi hole punch

Scissors

You can buy a bunch of leather making supplies here in this kit, perfect for getting started on your leather accessory career!

How to:

1. Cut your leather to size, mine was roughly A3 paper sized, and then fold it in half.  Then you’re going to start hole punching down both open sides of the leather. I did my holes pinkie finger distance apart. You want them close as these holes are going to be threaded with leather and will hold your bag together.

2. This is what both sides will look like. Now cut your cord to size, mine was roughly 60cm (24 inches) long and I used 3o on each side.

Outfit photos by Marion Tessier

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DIY LACE UP BALLET FLATS

You need:

A pair of ballet flats

14 D rings

E6000 glue

Leather

Scissors

Leather cord

How to:1. Cut your leather into strips 2.5 cm (1 inch) wide. 2. Cut those pieces in half, and then insert the leather through the D rings. 3. Fold the leather over and glue down. Do this for all 14 and let dry. 4.  Put more glue onto one leather piece. 5. Press down there you want them to sit on the shoes, starting at the back. 6. Attach them down the front, measuring a thumb sized gap between. 7. The finished product should look like this. 8. Finally, add your leather cord, crossing over the foot through the D rings and tying at the back.