Whistles and Food Art

There are so many experiences that I cherish from my childhood. Visiting my cousin's in Tulare,Ca during the summer. Riding bikes, chasing lizards, climbing trees, and waking up to the smell of fresh biscuits that I later smothered in my great aunt's homemade jelly.

Although I managed to knock cans over with my cousins slingshot I was never able to master the art of whistling. It seems like such a small thing, but I have always wanted to whistle. I have tried in vain most of my adult life to whistle. Foolishly pursing my lips together, moving my tongue to the perfect position only to blow soundless air every time.

Something amazing happened today however, I WHISTLED! I was so surprised by myself that I whistled for a full minute. I really needed to use the restroom and had been holding it for a while, because I was on a call (TMI, I know). When I was able to finally run to the bathroom and go, I let out a puff of air in relief. Turns out the secret to whistling all the years was holding my pee. LOL

In honor of accomplishing a personal childhood dream I give you some kid friendly food art fun! I look forward to being able to provide fun food art for my children in the future. But in the meantime I am lucky enough to have the greatest niece who just happens to be the cutest little taste tester around.

Banana Bear Toast

All you need is an Eggo waffle, a banana, smear of peanut butter, raisins, and a hungry 17 month old!

Grilled Cheese Chicks and Strawberries

I used a spring time cookie cutter from target for the chickens.

For more inspiration and food art fun check out Selena Kohng on Instagram @howaboutcookie

Thanks for visiting and enjoy the sweet things!
xo 

Blueberry Croissant Puff

My love for breakfast runs far and deep! It is by far my favorite meal of the day and I love it even more when I get to enjoy it with a mimosa for brunch.

I have been doing lots of experimenting with perfecting my baked French toast recipe. Baked French toast is simply THE BEST! It can be prepared the night before and enjoyed the morning of any holiday ( I recently made it for Mother's Day and last Christmas). Also it can be made in bulk which frees up the chef from being stuck in front of the stove flipping bread, and allows them to spend more time with family.

Let me know if you try the recipe and what your favorite breakfast foods are in the comments.


Blueberry Croissant Puff

4 large croissants, cut up
1 cup of fresh or frozen blueberries
½ cup sugar
3 or 4 large eggs
1 cup milk
1 tsp vanilla
1 tsp cinnamon

Brown Sugar Crumble
1 tbsp. butter, melted
⅓ cup brown sugar
¼ cup flour

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350˚F.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together sugar, milk, eggs, vanilla and cinnamon.
3. Pour mixture evenly over croissant pieces. (You may need to add more mixture if your croissant pieces are not fully covered). Let stand 20 minutes or refrigerate overnight.
4. In a small bowl, use a fork and mix together brown sugar, flour and butter until crumbly.
5. Sprinkle croissants with blueberries and brown sugar crumble.
6. Bake for 35 minutes or until set in center. If tops are getting too browned cover for last 10 minutes.

Adapted from Blueberry Croissant Puff, it originally appeared here.





I used frozen blueberries.







Three of us ate the whole thing!

Note: I usually buy the croissants a day or two ahead. They dry out a little and soak up the egg mixture better.

 

 

Thanks for visiting and enjoy the sweet things!
xo