Today Abby and I went apple picking at a farm on the northeast end of town. We met my friend Annie and her almost two year old son. Picking apples was fast so we sat and played for a while in the orchard. Abby didn't care too much about the apple picking part. But I think she enjoyed being out in a different environment. I hope this is a tradition we can continue as she gets older.
I guess the apple orchard wore out my little girl. She was in bed at 5pm! We tried to get her up at 6:30 for some dinner and a bath, but she wouldn't have it. She just wanted her bed. Since I had the night to myself, I decided to make some pate au choux. We don't make anything using choux paste at the bakery, so it has been a while since I've made it. My husband isn't much of a vanilla custard fan, so instead of the usual filling, I made a peanut butter mousse for the eclairs and a Bailey's mousse for the cream puffs. They turned out delicious especially since the mousses were both low fat! While filling the choux, I did notice they needed to be baked a little longer; just to dry out the insides a bit more. I will have to remember that for next time.
Tomorrow I'll be up at 4am again so it is off to bed for me!
Laurel
My little pastry chef and momma!
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