Do They Serve Beignets in Heaven? A Devine Beignet Recipe

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I’m from New Orleans and I’m not going unless they serve beignets and cafe au lait in Heaven…here’s the beignet recipe I use while down here in the waiting room.

Ingredients for a Devine Beignet:
•1 envelope active dry yeast
•1 1/2 cups warm water (approx. 105°)
•1/2 cup granulated sugar
•1 teaspoon salt
•2 eggs, beaten
•1 cup evaporated milk
•7 cups all-purpose flour
•1/4 cup shortening, softened
•oil for deep frying
•powdered sugar

I was five and a half when I had my first chickory coffee au lait and two huge beinets outdoors at Du Monde’s Cafe in the French Quarter…enjoy!

Preparation:
In large bowl, sprinkle yeast over the warm water; stir to dissolve and let stand for 5 minutes.
Add sugar, salt, beaten eggs, and evaporated milk.
Whisk or use electric mixer to blend thoroughly.
Add 4 cups of the flour; beat until smooth.
Add shortening; gradually blend in remaining flour.
Cover with plastic wrap and chill at least 4 hours or overnight.
Roll out on floured board to 1/8-inch thickness.
Cut into 2 1/2 to 3-inch squares.
Deep fry (yes, this is southern cooking!) at 360° for 2 to 3 minutes until lightly browned on both sides.
Drain on paper towels and sprinkle generously with powdered sugar.
Serve piping hot with Big City coffee.
Makes 1 Serving (4-5 dozen!)



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July 23, 2009 | Filed Under Coffee Recipe | Leave a Comment 

Treat Yourself to Fresh Gourmet Coffee

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The most popular morning beverage (and actually anytime beverage) in the United States is coffee. Most people will drink two or more coffees a day and many people cannot imagine starting their day without a cup of coffee. Given the popularity of coffee there has also been a drastic increase in the number of options available for consuming coffee. The most popular coffee makers are still the simple drip brewers due to their ease of use. These coffee makers make decent coffee but it is far from a gourmet experience. Given that you are starting your day with coffee you should treat yourself to something a bit better such as a specialty coffee or gourmet coffee made in an espresso machine or other high end machine. These high end machines have the ability to bring out the flavor in a cup of coffee in a way that is simply not possible with drip brewers. In addition these machines provide you with many options for customizing your cup of coffee so it comes out just the way you want it in terms of strength, size, and temperature. While you are at it you should also get a coffee grinder as the freshest coffee will be one made from freshly ground beans.

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July 22, 2009 | Filed Under Caffeinated, Coffee Brewing | Leave a Comment 

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