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CHEESE SCONE HEAVEN…

I have used a lot of time lately to attempt more complicated and adventurous culinary feats, but I still have my heart in simple and satisfying basics with a kick. So it was good to come back to the world of humble home baking with a new original recipe that ticks so many of our taste-bud-based boxes.

And the smell… well, just you wait…

Easy Cheese & Mustard Scones
300g all-purpose flour
1 1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
2 Tbsp sugar
2 Tbsp mustard powder
1 tsp kosher salt
12 grinds of black pepper
1/2 cup grated parmesan
1/2 cup grated cheddar, plus more for sprinkling
130g unsalted butter, frozen
3/4 cup buttermilk
15g (1 Tbsp) butter, melted

Cut the 130g butter into small cubes and place in the freezer until you are ready to use it.

Preheat oven to 400ºF and line a baking sheet with parchment.

In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, sugar, mustard powder, salt and pepper. Gently whisk in the two cheeses making sure to disperse.

Pour the combined dry ingredients into a food processor (but keep the large bowl handy). Add the frozen butter cubes and pulse repeatedly until the butter is still visible but dispersed into small lumps.

Pour back into the original large bowl and slowly scatter the buttermilk over the dry mix as you mix with a wooden spoon. Once most of the liquid is absorbed, gently roll the dough around the bowl with your hand to gather up any dry crumbs.

Divide the dough into two equal portions and pat each portion into a circular disk. Cut each circle into four wedges and place on the lined baking sheet. Brush the tops with melted butter. Sprinkle with cheese.

Bake until the edges are lightly browned, about 18 minutes.

These are best consumed on the day they are made. This should not be a problem as the smell alone will drive total consumption… Enjoy!

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NEW VIDEO: HELP ILLUSTRATE OUR STORY

Indeed I have created a little story BUT I need illustrations!

This week I am asking all the lovely kid crafters watching to do a drawing inspired by the story and send it to me!

So moms and dads, please send me drawings as soon as you can.
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As always, no complicated craft supplies. No firing up the glue gun. Just basic ideas that spark amazing results.Sending love and thanks from the bottom of my heart to the top of my moustache. x

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NEW VIDEO: FINGER POMPOMS!!!

Now more than ever we need to be cheering for the heroes who are helping to make the world better, and what better, brighter or more bombastic way than with flailing finger pompoms…

All you need is one napkin, scissors, a twist tie (or bit of string) and you are one your way to saying Yaaaaayyyyyyyy with panache!

With continued love and hopes that you are staying home, staying safe, and having as much fun as you can. x

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NEW VIDEO: NAPKIN FLOWERS

Bring spring to your craft table any day of the year with the help of a paper napkin, some glue, a chopstick (or any kind of stick), and a little room to get messy…

Add a spritz of fragrance and your paper napkin flowers will make you want to bouquet all day!

With continued love and hopes that you are staying home, staying safe, and having as much fun as you can. x

Tags: craft, DIY, kids, kids crafts, make a flower, napkin flower, paper nakpin, video Category love'it&covet, paper&ink, scissors&glue |

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ANOTHER VIDEO: MAKE A MAGAZINE

With mini-book making under your belt (see video below if not), let’s take it up a notch by turning that blank book into a magazine about a treasured topic: you!

Interview a relative! Share a recipe! Make a fashion wish-list! And share it with your world.

Again, all you need is a piece of paper, scissors, a marker/pen/pencil, and your imagination.

Sending love from the bottom of my heart to the top of my pink moustache. x

Tags: craft, craft project, craft video, craft with paper, crafts for kids, DIY, easy craft, easy crafts, kids craft, make a mini book, mini book, mini magazine, stayhome, staysafe Category paper&ink, scissors&glue |

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