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Carrot Pecan Cake, Cream Cheese Frosting; L’ Auberge Español

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We were invited to an Auberge Español last week, at the home of some new French friends. Auberge Español is French for potluck – at least in our area. Why a potluck is called a ‘Spanish Inn’ I have no idea… I think it has something to do with a 2002 movie of that name about a French student in Barcelona. It’s one of many French words / phrases that … Continue reading →

Old-Fashioned Gingerbread Cake; 2 turtle doves

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I baked a cake! Which means I must have had another dinner party as that is the only time I make anything sweet (well, a few Christmas cookies). I’ve been thinking about gingerbread lately. It was something my mother made often and I’ve always loved it. But gingerbread for a dinner party?!? Why not? Tart it up a bit, finish it with Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting, serve it with ice … Continue reading →