Ready…Steady……..Bake!
I am a fan of a the BBC’s latest cookery programme: The Great British Bake-Off. One of my baking heroes, Mary Berry is a judge. She is so very sweet with the poor competitors, but will quickly tell them the difference between a ‘good bake’ and a not so good mess! So, with dear Mary watching over me, I assembled my ingredients in preparation for a bake. This is to be taken to a very special person, so it has to be perfection. No pressure there then..
I need four of these pale blue Old Cotswold Legbar Hen eggs. Their yolks are orange and rich
Limes are another key ingredient. I need seven for this Raspberry, Blueberry and Lime Drizzle Cake
After a good deal of beating, folding and baking, my cake is ready:
I think I’m happy with the results. What do you think Mary? Am I in with a chance?
Now the cake is packed and ready for its 8 hour drive tomorrow where it will be given to that most special of people.
Now then, back to some more domesticity. Some knitting I think..
Staying with the theme of bright colours
The finished articles will be for another special person…….all of nearly 10 months old.
And a little magic to finish. Lovely day!
Can’t wait until I get to be the beneficiary of some of this marvellous baking.
I really like today’s images, Lynne. What is reflecting the cups in the last picture ?
vicky
January 21, 2012 at 6:11 pm
Thanks so much for stopping by my blog today and leaving such a thoughtful comment, Lynne. I appreciate it.
Your cake looks heavenly — I’m sure Mary would highly approve! :)
January 22, 2012 at 12:32 am
I dunno, Lynne, but I love the egg picture. Look at how you lined up those eggs! That’s a winner for sure.
January 22, 2012 at 9:24 pm