Turner

J.M.W. Turner: Paintings Set Free is the current exhibit at the AGO. It features rare works on loan from the Tate. Norham Castle, Sunrise was the Mins' favourite painting.

The Mins enjoyed learning about "one of the most radical and influential artists of the 19th century". The Mins also enjoyed having a staring contest with the silhouette of Turner.

You have until January 1, 2016 to check out the exhibit. Enjoy!

Mmm...cake!

I have been perusing many baking blogs lately, and came across this Swedish Visiting Cake on Pastry Affair. Spencer was a big help.

He made sure I had all the ingredients ready...

...told me when the butter started to brown...

...mixed orange zest with sugar...

...sprinkle sliced almonds on top of the batter...

 ...kept an eye on the cake while it was baking...

...and waited for the cake to cool before slicing some up for his pals...

We didn't use any leavening agents so the cake was flat and chewy. We had a wedge with some black tea for an afternoon snack. The cake is supposed to get better with age so we can't wait to try it tomorrow, and even the next day.

Mmm...cake!

Good Hair Day

"No Bake" Baking

Snowman loves "no bake" baking. He helped me whip up three dozen of these bad boys for a charity event at work. They consist of only seven ingredients, and are healthy to boot. Plus, they taste awesome.

Granola Bar Bites

1 cup rolled oats

Pinch of salt

Pinch of ground cinnamon

Splash of vanilla

1/4 cup almond butter

1 tablespoon honey or agave syrup

1/4 cup dried berries

With a fork, stir together oats, salt, cinnamon, and vanilla in a medium bowl.

Stir in almond butter, honey, and dried berries.

Once the mixture is mixed well, use your hands to roll 12 one-inch balls.

If the mixture is too dry to roll into balls, add a bit more honey or almond butter.

Source: my name is yeh

These balls are foolproof, and didn't take long to make at all. Snowman and I saved a few for ourselves. We had them for breakfast the next day.