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		<title>Classic shortbread fingers</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 20 May 2013 07:50:10 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Alexandra</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Scottish Shortbread - They are one of my favorite biscuits with their sandy texture. So far I always went for the store bought version (the red package with the kilt, basically the only one available here in Switzerland).
But I had to learn that shortbread is ...]]></description>
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<p>Scottish Shortbread &#8211; They are one of my favorite biscuits with their sandy texture. So far I always went for the store bought version (the red package with the kilt, basically the only one available here in Switzerland).</p>
<p><a href="http://www.strudelandcream.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/strudelandcream_4505_shortbread.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1496" alt="classic shortbread" src="http://www.strudelandcream.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/strudelandcream_4505_shortbread.jpg" width="600" height="400" /></a></p>
<p>But I had to learn that shortbread is quick and easy to make. The classic version only contains three ingredients: flour, butter and white caster sugar in a ratio 3:2:1. That&#8217;s it. Quick and easy. And therefore it does not leave any excuses for not making it myself.</p>
<p>To reach a sandier texture many shortbread recipes call for <a title="http://www.guardian.co.uk/lifeandstyle/wordofmouth/2010/sep/30/how-to-make-perfect-shortbread" href="http://www.guardian.co.uk/lifeandstyle/wordofmouth/2010/sep/30/how-to-make-perfect-shortbread" target="_blank">ground rice</a> &#8211; but I decided to stick with the classic recipe.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.strudelandcream.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/strudelandcream_4516_shortbread.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1495" alt="classic shortbread" src="http://www.strudelandcream.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/strudelandcream_4516_shortbread.jpg" width="600" height="900" /></a></p>
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CLASSIC SHORTBREAD</p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline">Ingredients</span>:<br />
100 g white caster sugar<br />
200 g butter<br />
300 g flour</p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline">Preparation</span>:<br />
1) Preheat oven to 175 ºC.<br />
2) Beat sugar and butter until fluffy. Work in the flour.<br />
3) Roll out dough until 1 cm thick and cut into fingers.<br />
4) Bake in the oven at 175 ºC for 15-20 minutes, until the fingers start to turn golden.<br />
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KLASSISCHES SHORTBREAD</p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline">Zutaten</span>:<br />
100 g weisser Zucker<br />
200 g Butter<br />
300 g Mehl</p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline">Zubereitung</span>:<br />
1) Backofen auf 175 ºC vorheizen.<br />
2) Butter und Zucker schaumig schlagen. Mehl einarbeiten.<br />
3) Teig ca. 1 cm dick ausrollen und in quaderfoermige fingerlange Stücke (&#8220;Finger&#8221;) schneiden.<br />
4) Im Ofen bei 175 ºC 15 &#8211; 20 Minuten backen, bis das Shortbread beginnt Farbe zu bekommen.<br />
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		<title>Liptauer &amp; avocado &#8211; two curd cheese spreads</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 09 May 2013 16:52:50 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Alexandra</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Recently a Canadian friend visited. It was her first time in mainland Europe. We took our role as hosts seriously and made sure she got the most out of here time in central Europe, both visually and taste-wise.]]></description>
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<p>Recently a Canadian friend visited. It was her first time in mainland Europe. We took our role as hosts seriously and made sure she got the most out of here time in central Europe, both visually and taste-wise. </p>
<p>While traveling through Austria and Switzerland she got her fair share of typical food. One ingredient became a running gag. Quite often we were answering her question &#8220;<em>What is this dish made of?</em>&#8221; with &#8220;<em>you know, that curd cheese … again;-)</em>&#8220;.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.strudelandcream.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/strudelandcream_4799_812_avocado_and_liptauer_bread_spread.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1716" alt="Liptauer bread spread @ strudelandcream.com" src="http://www.strudelandcream.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/strudelandcream_4799_812_avocado_and_liptauer_bread_spread.jpg" width="600" height="450" /></a></p>
<p>Curd cheese, how <em>Quark</em> or <em>Topfen</em> (as it is called in Austrian German) is generally translated, is quite a common ingredient to central European food, especially to many desserts and also to spreads. I was actually surprised how often we were referring to curd cheese when explaining Austrian desserts.</p>
<p>One typical Austrian food she did not try is <em>Liptauer</em>. This traditional (spicy) spread originally calls for a sheep milk cheese called <em>Brimsen</em>, but it is often prepared with curd cheese instead (as I did in the recipe below). Talking about curd cheese I have another nice curd cheese spread in stock for you, with avocado.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.strudelandcream.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/strudelandcream_4813_avocado_and_liptauer_bread_spread.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1718" alt="Liptauer and avocado bread spreads @ strudelandcream.com" src="http://www.strudelandcream.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/strudelandcream_4813_avocado_and_liptauer_bread_spread.jpg" width="600" height="400" /></a></p>
<p>By the way, the Wikipedia entry on <a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Quark_%28dairy_product%29" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Quark_%28dairy_product%29" target="_blank">curd cheese</a> gives some hints on where it can be found outside of Europe.</p>
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LIPTAUER-SPREAD</p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline">Ingredients</span>:<br />
250 g curd cheese/quark<br />
100 g butter<br />
1 1/2 tbsp paprika powder, mild or hot*<br />
1/2 medium onion, finely cut<br />
1/2 tsp caraway seeds, chopped<br />
Salt, pepper<br />
* I used mild powder</p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline">Preparation</span>:<br />
1) Let the butter reach room temperature. Beat the butter until fluffy. Add curd cheese.<br />
2) Mix in finely cut onion, paprika powder and chopped caraway seeds.<br />
3) Season with salt and pepper.<br />
4) Let rest for at least one hour before serving.<br />
5) Served best on dark bread</p>
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AVOCADO-SPREAD</p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline">Ingredients</span>:<br />
1 ripe avocado<br />
4 tbsp curd cheese/quark<br />
Juice of 1/2 lime<br />
Salt, pepper</p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline">Preparation</span>:<br />
1) Halve the avocado and remove skin and stone. Mash the avocado with a fork.<br />
2) Add the rest of the ingredients and mix well. For a more smooth spread use a blender.<br />
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LIPTAUER-AUFSTRICH</p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline">Zutaten</span>:<br />
250 g Topfen/Quark<br />
100 g Butter<br />
1 1/2 EL Paprikapulver, mild oder scharf*<br />
1/2 mittlere Zwiebel, sehr fein geschnitten<br />
1/2 TL Kümmel, gehackt<br />
Salz, Pfeffer<br />
* ich habe milden Paprika verwendet</p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline">Zubereitung</span>:<br />
1) Die Butter, welche Raumtemperatur haben sollte, schaumig rühren. Topfen unterrühren.<br />
2) Sehr fein geschnittenen Zwiebel, Paprikapulver und gehackten Kümmel untermengen.<br />
3) Mit Salz und Pfeffer abschmecken.<br />
4) Vor dem Servieren mindestens eine Stunde ziehen lassen.<br />
5) Schmeckt am Besten auf dunklem Brot.</p>
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AVOCADO-AUFSTRICH</p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline">Zutaten</span>:<br />
1 reife Avocado<br />
4 EL Topfen/Quark<br />
Saft einer halben Limette<br />
Salz, Pfeffer</p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline">Zubereitung</span>:<br />
1) Die Avocado halbieren und Haut und Kern entfernen. Das Avocadofleisch mit einer Gabel zerdrücken.<br />
2) Die restlichen Zutaten gut untermischen. Für eine feinere Konsistenz des Aufstrichs diesen kurz mit dem Stabmixer zerkleinern.<br />
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		<title>Porcini risotto</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 01 May 2013 21:32:46 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Alexandra</dc:creator>
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		<category><![CDATA[mushrooms]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[porcini]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Risotto. This creamy Italian rice dish is typically served as a starter (as is pasta) or in some cases as a side to the main course. There are countless versions of risotto: plain, only cooked with broth and sage or saffron, but also variations with ...]]></description>
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<p>Risotto. This creamy Italian rice dish is typically served as a starter (as is pasta) or in some cases as a side to the main course. There are countless versions of risotto: plain, only cooked with broth and sage or saffron, but also variations with mushroom, seafood or cheese, just to name a few. </p>
<p>These delicious variations make it worth &#8211; for me at least &#8211; to break with the tradition and have Risotto as a main course. So, enjoy this risotto, either as a starter or as a main course. </p>
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PORCINI-RISOTTO</p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline">Ingredients</span> (for 3-4 servings):<br />
20-25 g dried porcini<br />
250 g risotto rice (such as Arborio)<br />
1 big white onion, finely chopped<br />
30 g butter<br />
500 ml hot broth (e.g. chicken broth)<br />
100 ml white wine<br />
Salt &amp; pepper<br />
Parsley, chopped<br />
Parmesan cheese, freshly grated</p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline">Preparation</span>:<br />
1) Soak dried porcini in 300 ml lukewarm water for about half an hour. When draining the porcini, keep 150 ml of the porcini liquid (use a fine-meshed sieve) and put aside.<br />
2) Heat the butter. Sauté the finely chopped onion and the drained porcini. Add rice and sauté for a couple of minutes until glassy.<br />
3) Add the wine and gently cook until the rice has absorbed it.<br />
4) Reduce heat. Gradually add porcini liquid and broth (only so much that the rice is slightly covered in liquid). Let risotto rice simmer without lid for 15-20 minutes. Stir occasionally.<br />
5) Stir in parsley. Season risotto with salt and pepper and serve with parmesan cheese.<br />
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STEINPILZRISOTTO</p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline">Zutaten</span> (für 3-4 Personen):<br />
STEINPILZRISOTTO<br />
20-25 g getrocknete Steinpilze<br />
250 g Risotto-Reis (wie z.B. Arborio)<br />
1 grosse weisse Zwiebel, fein gehackt<br />
30 g Butter<br />
500 ml heisse Brühe (z.B. Hühnerbrühe)<br />
100 ml Weisswein<br />
Salz &amp; Pfeffer<br />
Petersilie, gehackt<br />
Parmesan, frisch gerieben</p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline">Zubereitung</span>:<br />
1) Getrocknete Steinpilze in etwa 300 ml lauwarmen Wasser ca. eine halbe Stunde einweichen. Beim Abgiessen der Pilze 150 ml Pilzsud durch ein Sieb auffangen und zur Seite stellen.<br />
2) Butter erhitzen. Feingehackte Zwiebel und abgetropfte Steinpilze darin weich dünsten. Reis hinzugeben und einige Minuten glasig dünsten.<br />
3) Mit Weisswein ablöschen und leicht köcheln bis der Reis den Wein aufgesogen hat.<br />
4) Hitze reduzieren. Pilzsud und Brühe nach und nach dazu giessen. Der Reis sollte immer leicht mit Flüssigkeit bedeckt sein. Risotto-Reis ohne Deckel köcheln lassen (15-20 Minuten). Gelegentlich umrühren.<br />
5) Petersilie untermischen. Risotto mit Salz und Pfeffer abschmecken und mit Parmesan servieren.<br />
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		<title>Oh Ticino</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 25 Apr 2013 04:58:24 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Alexandra</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Easter felt like April had arrived early. Even though this year the Easter weekend fell onto the last few days of March, it sure felt like April: the weather changed its mind at least once a day and provided a mix of clouds, rain and beautiful sunshine. It made sure to  ...]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Easter felt like April had arrived early. Even though this year the Easter weekend fell onto the last few days of March, it sure felt like April: the weather changed its mind at least once a day and provided a mix of clouds, rain and beautiful sunshine. It made sure to have something in stock to everyone&#8217;s likes.</p>
<p>And again I am talking about the weather in a blog post. I promise, the next post will not mention any weather related words &#8211; or at least I will try to spare you ;-).</p>
<p>Regardless of the weather, <a title="Ticino Wikipedia" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ticino" target="_blank">Ticino</a> was charming as always. Enjoy the collection of dark clouds, rain and dark blue skies ;-)</p>
<p>The long Easter weekend welcomed us with a cool and cloudy afternoon in beautiful Ascona (We even got gorgeous 5 minutes of &#8220;basking&#8221; in the sun at the esplanade in the late afternoon).</p>
<p><a href="http://www.strudelandcream.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/strudelandcream_4882_4911_26_ascona_ticino.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1661" alt="Ascona, Ticino, Switzerland @ Strudelandcream.com" src="http://www.strudelandcream.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/strudelandcream_4882_4911_26_ascona_ticino.jpg" width="600" height="1700" /></a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.strudelandcream.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/strudelandcream_4903_27_40_ascona_ticino.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1660" alt="Ascona, Ticino, Switzerland @ Strudelandcream.com" src="http://www.strudelandcream.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/strudelandcream_4903_27_40_ascona_ticino.jpg" width="600" height="1900" /></a></p>
<p>This was followed by a very wet day in Locarno, which did not stop us from visiting the town and the sanctuary Madonna del Sasso, beautifully located above the town.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.strudelandcream.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/strudelandcream_4953_8_84_5006_madonna_del_sasso_ticino_switzerland.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1674" alt="Madonna del Sasso, Ticino, Switzerland @ strudelandcream.com" src="http://www.strudelandcream.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/strudelandcream_4953_8_84_5006_madonna_del_sasso_ticino_switzerland.jpg" width="600" height="1250" /></a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.strudelandcream.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/strudelandcream_1326_27_48_1758_locarno_ticino_switzerland.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1675" alt="Locarno, Ticino, Switzerland @ strudelandcream.com" src="http://www.strudelandcream.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/strudelandcream_1326_27_48_1758_locarno_ticino_switzerland.jpg" width="600" height="1317" /></a></p>
<p>The weekend was rounded off by a gorgeous yet windy day in the impressive Verzasca valley with the clear greenish blue Verzasca river and the beautiful rustic towns such as Sonogno and Brione.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.strudelandcream.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/strudelandcream_5097_9_166_valle_verzasca_ticino_switzerland.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1672" alt="Verzasca river in Valle Verzasca, Ticino, Switzerland @ strudelandcream.com" src="http://www.strudelandcream.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/strudelandcream_5097_9_166_valle_verzasca_ticino_switzerland.jpg" width="600" height="2200" /></a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.strudelandcream.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/strudelandcream_5087_111_22_85_valle_verzasca_ticino_switzerland.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1671" alt="Rustic houses in Valle Verzasca, Ticino, Switzerland @ strudelandcream.com" src="http://www.strudelandcream.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/strudelandcream_5087_111_22_85_valle_verzasca_ticino_switzerland.jpg" width="600" height="1254" /></a></p>
<p>Have a great rest of the weekend and a sunny weekend.</p>
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		<title>The Swiss summer and a mixed berry smoothie</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 21 Apr 2013 10:18:13 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Alexandra</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[According to the Böögg the Swiss summer is going to be a cold and wet one. 

The Böögg is to Zurich what is to Punxutawney. Kind of at least ... ]]></description>
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<p>According to the Böögg the Swiss summer is going to be a cold and wet one. </p>
<p>The Böögg is to Zurich what <a title="Punxsutawney Phil @ Wikipedia" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Punxsutawney_Phil" target="_blank">Phil</a> is to Punxutawney. Kind of at least. Zurich is not hunting shadows and the early start of spring but &#8211; literally &#8211; likes it a bit hotter, hoping for a good summer. With the <a title="Sechselaeuten @ Wikipedia" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sechsel%C3%A4uten" target="_blank">burning of the Böögg</a>, an artificial snowman with a head filled with explosives, the winter is banished. The less time it takes until its head explodes, the nicer the summer will be. This year the snowman withstood for an unbelievable 35 minutes until it finally exploded (the 3rd longest since record keeping). A fast burning will take around 5 minutes on the other hand. Go figure what this means for the Swiss summer (at least according to the legend).</p>
<p><a href="http://www.strudelandcream.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/strudelandcream_4771_86_berry_smoothie.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1601" alt="Mixed berry smoothie with buttermilk and greek yoghurt @ strudelandcream.com" src="http://www.strudelandcream.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/strudelandcream_4771_86_berry_smoothie.jpg" width="600" height="450" /></a></p>
<p>With this forecast in mind I had to prepare my body and soul with some vitamins and color for the rather grey and wet outlook. Let&#8217;s hope that the Böögg is not right again this year, like so many times in the past … I would love to drink this icy smoothie on my balcony with a lot of summer sun. Until then, an extra sweater for the warmth will have to do. </p>
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MIXED BERRY SMOOTHIE WITH BUTTERMILK AND GREEK YOGURT</p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline">Ingredients</span> (serves 3, at roughly 250 ml each):<br />
400 g mixed berries, frozen<br />
400 ml buttermilk<br />
100 g greek yogurt<br />
3 tbsp honey</p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline">Preparation</span>:<br />
1) Combine all ingredients (don&#8217;t thaw the berries) in a blender and blend until smooth.<br />
2) Serve &amp; enjoy.<br />
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BEEREN-SMOOTHIE MIT BUTTERMILCH UND GRIECHISCHEM JOGHURT</p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline">Zutaten</span> (3 Portionen, bei etwa 250 ml pro Portion):<br />
400 g gemischte Beeren, gefroren<br />
400 ml Buttermilch<br />
100 g griechisches Joghurt<br />
3 EL Honig</p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline">Zubereitung</span>:<br />
1) Alle Zutaten (die Beeren nicht auftauen) im Standmixer pürieren.<br />
2) Servieren &amp; geniessen.<br />
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		<title>Carrot muffins</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 11 Apr 2013 05:30:15 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Alexandra</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Sun, where are you? If I look through the window, I just see grey. Outside the wind is a constant companion and the temperatures are somewhere between one and 10 degrees centigrade, depending on the daily mood of our dear weather. But sun, where are you? You have been hiding behind a thick layer of grey clouds for weeks now. Because of you, it does not feel like spring. Even the plants struggle with this "spring". And so do ...]]></description>
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<p>Sun, where are you? If I look through the window, I just see grey. Outside the wind is a constant companion and the temperatures are somewhere between one and 10 degrees centigrade, depending on the daily mood of our dear weather. But sun, where are you? You have been hiding behind a thick layer of grey clouds for weeks now. Because of you, it does not feel like spring. Even the plants struggle with this &#8220;spring&#8221;. And so do I. </p>
<p><a href="http://www.strudelandcream.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/strudelandcream_4728_carrot_muffin.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1609" alt="Carrot muffins @ strudelandcream.com" src="http://www.strudelandcream.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/strudelandcream_4728_carrot_muffin.jpg" width="600" height="400" /></a></p>
<p>Dutch tulips, pastel colors and these carrot muffins are my cure against the grey. </p>
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CARROT MUFFINS</p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline">Ingredients</span> (for 12 muffins)):<br />
2 eggs<br />
100 g sugar<br />
75 ml oil, e.g. sunflower oil<br />
250 g yoghurt<br />
250 g flour<br />
2 tsp baking powder<br />
50 g chopped walnuts<br />
250 g coarsely grated carrots<br />
12 muffins forms<br />
<em>for the decoration:</em><br />
200 g icing sugar<br />
2 tbsp lemon juice<br />
12 marzipan carrots</p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline">Preparation</span>:<br />
1) Preheat the oven to 180 ºC. Grease muffin forms or line with paper cups.<br />
2) Combine eggs, sugar, yoghurt and oil.<br />
3) Stir flour and baking powder into the wet ingredients. Add grated carrots and chopped walnuts.<br />
4) Fill the dough into the form. Bake in the middle of the oven at 180 ºC for 25-30 minutes.<br />
5) Remove muffins from oven and let cool completely.<br />
6) Combine lemon juice and icing sugar to a gooey glaze. Glaze the muffins and decorate with one marzipan carrot each.<br />
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KAROTTENMUFFINS</p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline">Zutaten</span> (ergibt 12 Stück):<br />
2 Eier<br />
100 g Zucker<br />
75 ml Öl, z.B. Sonnenblumenöl<br />
250 g Joghurt<br />
250 g Mehl<br />
2 TL Backpulver<br />
50 g gehackte Walnüsse<br />
250 g grob geraspelte Karotten<br />
12 Muffinformen<br />
<em>für die Deko:</em><br />
200 g Staubzucker<br />
2 EL Zitronensaft<br />
12 Marzipankarotten</p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline">Zubereitung</span>:<br />
1) Backofen auf 180 ºC vorheizen. Muffinformen ausfetten oder mit Papierformen auslegen.<br />
2) Eier, Zucker, Joghurt und Öl vermengen.<br />
3) Mehl und Backpulver zügig einrühren. Geraspelte Karotten und gehackte Walnüsse unterrühren.<br />
4) Teig in die Muffinformen füllen und in der Mitte des Backrohrs bei 180 ºC 25-30 Minuten backen.<br />
5) Die Muffins aus dem Ofen nehmen und komplett auskühlen lassen.<br />
6) Für die Glasur Zitronensaft und Staubzucker zu einer dickflüssigen Masse verrühren. Die Muffins damit glasieren und mit je einer Marzipankarotte dekorieren.<br />
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		<title>Chocolate + orange + champagne = ?</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 06 Apr 2013 18:13:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Alexandra</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[What does the equation "chocolate + orange + champagne" equal to for you? Truffles for me. Why so festive you are asking?

Strudel &#38; Cream is turning one!

I can't believe it, but one year ago I decided to change things ...]]></description>
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<p>What does the equation &#8220;chocolate + orange + champagne&#8221; equal to for you? Truffles for me. Why so festive you are asking?</p>
<p><strong>Strudel &amp; Cream is turning one!</strong></p>
<p>I can&#8217;t believe it, but <a title="Vanilla cupcakes with Easter nests" href="http://www.strudelandcream.com/2012/04/vanilla-cupcakes-with-easter-nests/" target="_blank">one year ago</a> I decided to change things around. I switched from randomly posting single <a title="http://blog.fotobaeckerei.ch" href="http://blog.fotobaeckerei.ch" target="_blank">impressions</a> of things I pointed my lens at &#8211; mostly as part of my 365 days photo project &#8211; to a food related photoblog (with the occassional travel post). Soon after the blog was transferred to <a title="Strudel &amp; Cream" href="http://www.strudelandcream.com" target="_blank">Strudel &amp; Cream</a>. One year and 53 posts later please enjoy these white and dark chocolate champagne truffles.</p>
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<p>With this recipe I also had a personal quest to fulfill in order to make it &#8220;worth&#8221; for S&amp;C&#8217;s first anniversary. I do not like alcohol in any sweets let alone truffles as I always have the impression that the taste of alcohol overpowers everything (at least I have never tasted anything I liked). Hence, my quest was for a subtle champagne taste in truffles and &#8211; I think &#8211; I completed this quest successfully :-). Happy first birthday, Strudel &amp; Cream!</p>
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WHITE CHOCOLATE CHAMPAGNE TRUFFLES<br />
adapted from <a title="http://www.browneyedbaker.com/2012/05/09/mimosa-truffles-recipe/" href="http://www.browneyedbaker.com/2012/05/09/mimosa-truffles-recipe/" target="_blank">Brown Eyed Baker&#8217;s recipe</a></p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline">Ingredients</span> (makes 20-22 truffles):<br />
200 g white chocolate, chopped<br />
40 ml cream<br />
2 tbsp champagne (or Prosecco/ sparkling wine)<br />
1/2 tsp grated orange zest<br />
Icing sugar for coating</p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline">Preparation</span>:<br />
1) Melt white chocolate together with cream in bain-marie, stir occasionally. Add champagne and orange zest.<br />
2) Let cool for a few hours or overnight in fridge.<br />
3) Scoop small balls from the truffle mass with a melon scoop or two teaspoons. Roll in icing sugar.<br />
4) Store in air tight container and keep refrigerated &#8211; should keep approx. 1 week.</p>
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<span class="custom-frame alignright"><img class="custom-green-frame" alt="dark chocolate champagne truffles" src="http://www.strudelandcream.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/strudelandcream_4613_dark_chocolate_champagne_truffles.jpg" width="100" height="150" /></span>
DARK CHOCOLATE CHAMPAGNE TRUFFLES<br />
adapted from <a title="http://www.browneyedbaker.com/2012/05/09/mimosa-truffles-recipe/" href="http://www.browneyedbaker.com/2012/05/09/mimosa-truffles-recipe/" target="_blank">Brown Eyed Baker&#8217;s recipe</a></p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline">Ingredients</span> (makes 20-22 truffles):<br />
200 g dark chocolate, chopped<br />
75 ml cream<br />
3 tbsp champagne (or Prosecco/ sparkling wine)<br />
1 tsp grated orange zest<br />
cacao powder for coating</p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline">Preparation</span>:<br />
1) Melt dark chocolate together with cream in bain-marie, stir occasionally. Add champagne and orange zest.<br />
2) Let cool for a few hours or overnight in fridge.<br />
3) Scoop small balls from the truffle mass with a melon scoop or two teaspoons. Roll in cacao powder.<br />
4) Store in air tight container and keep refrigerated &#8211; should keep approx. 1 week.<br />
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WEISSE SCHOKOLADE CHAMPAGNER TRÜFFEL<br />
adaptiert von <a title="http://www.browneyedbaker.com/2012/05/09/mimosa-truffles-recipe/" href="http://www.browneyedbaker.com/2012/05/09/mimosa-truffles-recipe/" target="_blank">Brown Eyed Bakers Rezept</a></p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline">Zutaten</span> (ergibt 20-22 Trüffel):<br />
200 g weisse Schokolade, gehackt<br />
40 ml Schlagobers<br />
2 EL Champagner (oder Prosecco/Schaumwein)<br />
1/2 TL geriebene Orangenschale<br />
Staubzucker zum Wälzen</p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline">Zubereitung</span>:<br />
1) Weisse Schokolade zusammen mit dem Schlagobers unter gelegentlichem Rühren über dem Wasserbad schmelzen. Champagner und geriebene Orangenschale einrühren.<br />
2) Die Masse für einige Stunden oder über Nacht im Kühlschrank abkühlen lassen.<br />
3) Aus der Trüffel-Masse mit einem Melonenausstecher oder zwei Esslöffeln kleine Kugeln ausstechen. In Staubzucker wälzen.<br />
4) Gekühlt und luftdicht verpackt ca. 1 Woche haltbar.</p>
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<span class="custom-frame alignright"><img class="custom-green-frame" alt="Dunkle Schokolade Champagner Trueffel" src="http://www.strudelandcream.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/strudelandcream_4613_dark_chocolate_champagne_truffles.jpg" width="100" height="150" /></span>
DUNKLE SCHOKOLADE CHAMPAGNER TRÜFFEL<br />
adaptiert von <a title="http://www.browneyedbaker.com/2012/05/09/mimosa-truffles-recipe/" href="http://www.browneyedbaker.com/2012/05/09/mimosa-truffles-recipe/" target="_blank">Brown Eyed Bakers Rezept </a></p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline">Zutaten</span> (ergibt 20-22 Trüffel):<br />
200 g dunkle Schokolade, gehackt<br />
70 ml Schlagobers<br />
3 EL Champagner (oder Prosecco/Schaumwein)<br />
1 TL geriebene Orangenschale<br />
Kakaopulver zum Wälzen</p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline">Zubereitung</span>:<br />
1) Dunkle Schokolade zusammen mit dem Schlagobers unter gelegentlichem Rühren über dem Wasserbad schmelzen. Champagner und geriebene Orangenschale einrühren.<br />
2) Die Masse für einige Stunden oder über Nacht im Kühlschrank abkühlen lassen.<br />
3) Aus der Trüffel-Masse mit einem Melonenausstecher oder zwei Esslöffeln kleine Kugeln ausstechen. In Kakaopulver wälzen.<br />
4) Gekühlt und luftdicht verpackt ca. 1 Woche haltbar.<br />
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		<title>Cranberry chocolate truffles</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 21 Mar 2013 05:01:28 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Alexandra</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[I am becoming a bigger and bigger fan of homemade truffles. They are so easy to make - at least these ones… and they make a great present or just a lovely side for a cup of tea or coffee. 

These truffles are a variation of the <a href="http://www.strudelandcream.com/2012/12/day7-pistachio-chocolate-truffles/" title="Advent Calendar Day 7 – Pistachio chocolate truffles">pistachio truffles</a> I posted in December ....]]></description>
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<p>I am becoming a bigger and bigger fan of homemade truffles. They are so easy to make &#8211; at least these ones… and they make a great present or just a lovely side for a cup of tea or coffee. </p>
<p>These truffles are a variation of the <a href="http://www.strudelandcream.com/2012/12/day7-pistachio-chocolate-truffles/" title="Advent Calendar Day 7 – Pistachio chocolate truffles">pistachio truffles</a> I posted in December: I just replaced the pistachios by dried cranberries. </p>
<p><a href="http://www.strudelandcream.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/strudelandcream_4584_cranberry_truffles.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1480" alt="cranberry dark chocolate truffles" src="http://www.strudelandcream.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/strudelandcream_4584_cranberry_truffles.jpg" width="600" height="400" /></a></p>
<p>I rolled some of the truffles in cocoa powder (not pictured) and some in chopped cranberries. I have to say I preferred the cranberry-coated by far. If you prefer intense chocolate taste with a hint of cranberry, go for the cocoa-coated truffles. But if you are more the fruity type, the coat of chopped cranberries will be just the right option for you. I feared that this would be too many cranberries, but it seems like there cannot be enough cranberries &#8211; for me these truffles tasted just about right :-)</p>
<p><a href="http://www.strudelandcream.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/strudelandcream_4592_cranberry_truffles.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1478" alt="cranberry dark chocolate truffles" src="http://www.strudelandcream.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/strudelandcream_4592_cranberry_truffles.jpg" width="600" height="900" /></a></p>
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CRANBERRY CHOCOLATE TRUFFLES<br />
adapted from the <a title="Advent Calendar Day 7 – Pistachio chocolate truffles" href="http://www.strudelandcream.com/2012/12/day7-pistachio-chocolate-truffles/">pistachio truffles</a></p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline">Ingredients</span> (makes approx. 25 truffles):<br />
200 g dark chocolate, chopped<br />
100 ml cream<br />
50 g cranberries, finely chopped<br />
<em>For coating:</em><br />
Cacao powder or finely chopped cranberries (I used 100 g cranberries to coat 15 truffles)</p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline">Preparation</span>:<br />
1) Melt chocolate together with cream in bain-marie, stirring occasionally. Add finely chopped cranberries.<br />
2) Let cool for a few hours or overnight in fridge.<br />
3) Scoop small balls with a melon scoop or two teaspoons. Roll truffles in cacao powder or finely chopped cranberries.<br />
4) Store in air tight container and keep refrigerated &#8211; should keep approx. 1 week.<br />
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CRANBERRY SCHOKOLADETRÜFFEL<br />
adaptiert von den <a title="Advent Calendar Day 7 – Pistachio chocolate truffles" href="http://www.strudelandcream.com/2012/12/day7-pistachio-chocolate-truffles/">Pistazientrüffel</a></p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline">Zutaten</span> (ergibt ca. 25 Trüffel):<br />
200 g dunkle Schokolade, gehackt<br />
100 ml Schlagobers<br />
50 g Cranberries, fein gehackt<br />
<em>Zum Wälzen:</em><br />
Kakaopulver oder fein gehackte Cranberries (Ich habe 100g gehackte Cranberries für 15 Trüffel benötigt).</p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline">Zubereitung</span>:<br />
1) Die Schokolade zusammen mit dem Schlagobers unter gelegentlichem Rühren über dem Wasserbad schmelzen. Gehackte Cranberries einrühren.<br />
2) Die Masse für einige Stunden oder über Nacht im Kühlschrank abkühlen lassen.<br />
3) Mit einem Melonenausstecher oder zwei Esslöffeln kleine Kugeln formen. Die Kugeln entweder in Kakaopulver oder gehackten Cranberries wälzen.<br />
4) Gekühlt und luftdicht verpackt ca. 1 Woche haltbar.<br />
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		<title>Cashew nut chicken with oyster sauce</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 18 Mar 2013 05:16:31 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Alexandra</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Chicken. Cashew nuts. Oyster sauce. This dish makes me smile. It is one of my personal feel-good dishes. Ok, you will need a few more ingredients to make this cashew nut chicken with oyster sauce but nevertheless it is an easy and savoury dish. Just be careful that ...]]></description>
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<p>Chicken. Cashew nuts. Oyster sauce. This dish makes me smile. It is one of my personal feel-good dishes. Ok, you will need a few more ingredients to make this cashew nut chicken with oyster sauce but nevertheless it is an easy and savoury dish. Just be careful that the oyster sauce does not overpower the entire taste. </p>
<p>We normally season this dish according to feeling &#8211; the number of tablespoons per sauce given in the recipe below should be the starting point for you if you are cooking with oyster and fish sauce for the first time. If you cannot get the condiments or straw mushrooms in your local supermarket, you will definitely find them in an Asian supermarket. </p>
<p>And what is your feel-good dish?</p>
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CASHEW NUT CHICKEN WITH OYSTER SAUCE</p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline">Ingredients</span> (serves 3):<br />
350 g chicken breast<br />
2 medium (or one big) red onions<br />
1 big bell pepper<br />
1 chili pepper<br />
150 g straw mushrooms<br />
100 g cashew nuts<br />
Soy sauce<br />
Oyster sauce<br />
Fish sauce<br />
Olive oil for frying<br />
Rice as side dish</p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline">Preparation</span>:<br />
1) Cut onion, bell pepper and chicken breast in approximately 2 cm sized cubes. Thinly slice chili pepper. Depending on the spiciness of the chili pepper and depending on the spiciness you want, use only a few slices of chili (without seeds) for cooking or add more chili slices including seeds.<br />
2) Heat a coated frying pan until hot. Quickly roast cashew nuts at high temperature until they brown lightly. Set aside.<br />
3) Heat one tablespoon of oil in a pan. Season chicken breast with salt and pepper and sear from all sides at high temperature. Add two tablespoons of soy sauce.  Let cook for another minute and set meat together with sauce aside in a bowl.<br />
4) Fry onions and bell pepper in the same hot pan. Add chili and straw mushrooms. Fry for a minute. Add 4 tablespoons of soy sauce. Add the chicken with the sauce. Reduce heat to medium heat. Season with oyster sauce (2-3 tablespoons) and fish sauce (about one tea spoon). Add another 3 tablespoons of soy sauce. Bring to boil.<br />
5) Add cashew nuts, boil until warm and then immediately take pan from stove.<br />
6) Serve with rice.<br />
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CASHEWNUSS HUHN MIT AUSTERNSAUCE</p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline">Zutaten</span> (für 3 Portionen):<br />
350 g Hühnerbrust<br />
2 mittlere (oder eine grosse) rote Zwiebel<br />
1 grosser Paprika<br />
1 Chillischote<br />
150 g Reisstrohscheidlinge (Reisstrohpilze)<br />
100 g Cashewnüsse<br />
Sojasauce<br />
Austernsauce<br />
Fischsauce<br />
Olivenöl zum Braten<br />
Reis als Beilage</p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline">Zubereitung</span>:<br />
1) Zwiebel, Paprika und Hühnerfleisch in ca. 2 cm grosse Würfel schneiden. Chilischote in dünne Scheiben schneiden. Je nach Schärfe der Schote und je nach der gewünschten Schärfe nur einige Chiliringe (ohne Kerne) oder entsprechend mehr Chiliringe und Kerne zum Kochen verwenden.<br />
2) Cashewnüsse in einer beschichteten Pfanne bei hoher Temperatur kurz anbraten bis sie leicht braun werden. Cashewnüsse zur Seite stellen.<br />
3) Einen Esslöffel Öl in der Pfanne erhitzen. Hühnerfleisch mit Salz und Pfeffer würzen und bei hoher Temperatur scharf anbraten. Mit zwei Esslöffel Sojasauce ablöschen und in eine Schüssel zur Seite stellen.<br />
4) Zwiebel und Paprika in derselben heissen Pfanne anbraten. Chillistücke und Reisstrohscheidlinge hinzufügen. Kurz anbraten. 4 Esslöffel Sojasauce hinzugeben. Fleisch hinzugeben. Hitze reduzieren (mittlere Hitze). Mit Austernsauce (2-3 Esslöffel) und Fischsauce (etwa 1 Teelöffel) abschmecken. Weitere 3 Esslöffel Sojasauce hinzufügen. Aufkochen lassen.<br />
5) Cashewnüsse unterrühren und köcheln bis sie warm sind. Danach die Pfanne sofort vom Herd nehmen.<br />
6) Mit Reis servieren.<br />
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		<title>Hunting the color &#8211; shrimp skewers with avocado cream</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 03 Mar 2013 19:45:04 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Alexandra</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[This weekend I needed a bit of color in my life. Over the last weeks, the city has been hiding itself behind different shades of grey and - in between - some batches of fresh white snow. After all these sunless days, I needed color. A new bunch of fresh flowers, colorful tulips to be exact, were not sufficient this time to brighten up my weekend...]]></description>
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<p>This weekend I needed a bit of color in my life. Over the last weeks, the city has been hiding itself behind different shades of grey and &#8211; in between &#8211; some batches of fresh white snow. After all these sunless days, I needed color. A new bunch of fresh flowers, colorful tulips to be exact, were not sufficient this time to brighten up my weekend.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.strudelandcream.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/strudelandcream_04841_rigi_kulm_chapel.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1532" alt="Rigi mountain, Switzerland - Rigi Kulm chapel" src="http://www.strudelandcream.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/strudelandcream_04841_rigi_kulm_chapel.jpg" width="600" height="903" /></a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.strudelandcream.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/strudelandcream_04827_rigi_kulm.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1531" alt="Rigi mountain, Switzerland - Rigi Kulm view" src="http://www.strudelandcream.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/strudelandcream_04827_rigi_kulm.jpg" width="600" height="399" /></a></p>
<p>Sun &#8211; that was the solution. To find the sun, that was hiding above the high fog, the cog railway up to the <a title="http://www.myswitzerland.com/en/rigi-alps.html" href="http://www.myswitzerland.com/en/rigi-alps.html" target="_blank">Rigi mountain</a> in central Switzerland was the answer to my quest for color. The &#8220;Queen of Mountains&#8221;, as the Rigi is also called, was surrounded by a deep blue, sun-filled sky and a fluffy blanket of high fog hiding the valleys and lakes below.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.strudelandcream.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/strudelandcream_04811_80_rigi.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1530" alt="Rigi mountain, Switzerland - winter sun and high fog" src="http://www.strudelandcream.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/strudelandcream_04811_80_rigi.jpg" width="600" height="451" /></a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.strudelandcream.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/strudelandcream_04876_88_rigi_icicles_roof.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1533" alt="Rigi mountain, Switzerland - icicles on roofs" src="http://www.strudelandcream.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/strudelandcream_04876_88_rigi_icicles_roof.jpg" width="600" height="359" /></a></p>
<p>Walking down into the fog, an ice landscape was revealed &#8211; large icicles on the roofs and the trees and bushes covered in small ice particles. A little winter wonderland on the edge to the sun.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.strudelandcream.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/strudelandcream_04913_ice_twig_cone.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1534" alt="Rigi mountain, Switzerland - iced twigs with cone" src="http://www.strudelandcream.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/strudelandcream_04913_ice_twig_cone.jpg" width="600" height="399" /></a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.strudelandcream.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/strudelandcream_04865_rigi_train_staffelhoehe.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1536" alt="Rigi mountain, Switzerland - train near Rigi Staffelhoehe" src="http://www.strudelandcream.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/strudelandcream_04865_rigi_train_staffelhoehe.jpg" width="600" height="399" /></a></p>
<p>Speaking of color. Give me an avocado or shrimp and you will make my day &#8211; food wise at least. Of course, a combination of both is even better :-) . To round up this colorful weekend, what about these shrimp-skewers with avocado cream. Happy Sunday.</p>
<p>What food makes your Sunday a happy one?</p>
<p><a href="http://www.strudelandcream.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/strudelandcream_4652_shrimp_skewers_avocado_cream.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1474" alt="Shrimp skewers with avocado cream" src="http://www.strudelandcream.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/strudelandcream_4652_shrimp_skewers_avocado_cream.jpg" width="600" height="900" /></a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.strudelandcream.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/strudelandcream_4665_shrimp_skewer_avocado_cream.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1463" alt="Shrimp skewers with avocado cream" src="http://www.strudelandcream.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/strudelandcream_4665_shrimp_skewer_avocado_cream.jpg" width="600" height="600" /></a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.strudelandcream.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/strudelandcream_4649_shrimp_skewers_avocado_cream.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1464" alt="Shrimp skewers with avocado cream" src="http://www.strudelandcream.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/strudelandcream_4649_shrimp_skewers_avocado_cream.jpg" width="600" height="400" /></a></p>
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SHRIMP SKEWERS WITH AVOCADO CREAM<br />
Avocado cream adapted from <a title="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/tortilla-crusted-shrimp-w_n_1059655.html" href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/tortilla-crusted-shrimp-w_n_1059655.html" target="_blank">Huffington Post</a></p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline">Ingredients</span> (serves 4 as a starter):<br />
<em>Shrimp skewers:</em><br />
32 medium raw shrimp (in case you bought them frozen, thawed)<br />
juice of half a lime<br />
100 ml olive oil<br />
2-3 gloves of garlic, pressed<br />
black pepper, freshly ground<br />
16 small skewers<br />
1 zip lock bag<br />
<em>Avocado cream:</em><br />
1 ripe avocado<br />
juice of half a lime<br />
100 ml sour cream<br />
freshly ground pepper &amp; salt</p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline">Preparation</span>:<br />
1) Peel and devein shrimp (if necessary). Combine lime juice, olive oil, pressed garlic and black pepper in a large zip lock bag. Add the shrimps and close zip lock. Make sure that all shrimp are covered in marinade. Let shrimp marinate for at least one hour.<br />
2) For the avocado cream, blend avocado, lime juice, sour cream and salt and pepper in a blender until smooth. Keep cool (covered in cling film) until serving.<br />
3) Remove shrimp from marinade and put them &#8211; in pairs of two or three &#8211; on small skewers (you can also do this before marinating or after roasting if you are serving them cold). Roast shrimps on both sides.<br />
4) Serve shrimp skewers hot or cold with avocado cream.<br />
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SHRIMPS-SPIESSCHEN MIT AVOCADO-CREME<br />
Avocado-Creme adaptiert von <a title="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/tortilla-crusted-shrimp-w_n_1059655.html" href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/tortilla-crusted-shrimp-w_n_1059655.html" target="_blank">Huffington Post</a></p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline">Zutaten</span> (4 Portionen als Vorspeise):<br />
<em>Shrimp-Spiesschen:</em><br />
32 mittlere rohe Shrimps (falls sie gefroren sind, diese zuerst auftauen)<br />
Saft einer halben Limette<br />
100 ml Olivenoel<br />
2-3 Knoblauchzehen, gepresst<br />
schwarzer Pfeffer, frisch gemahlen<br />
16 kleine Spiesschen<br />
1 Ziplock Sack<br />
<em>Avocado cream:</em><br />
1 reife Avocado<br />
Saft einer halben Limette<br />
100 ml Sauerrahm<br />
frisch gemahlener Pfeffer &amp; Salz</p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline">Zubereitung</span>:<br />
1) Die Shrimps schälen und entdarmen. Limettensaft, Olivenöl, gepressten Knoblauch und schwarzen Pfeffer in einem Ziplock Sack vermengen. Shrimps hinzufügen und den Ziplock-Sack gut verschliessen. Alle Shrimps sollten von Marinade bedeckt sein. Die Shrimps mindestens eine Stunde marinieren lassen.<br />
2) In der Zwischenzeit die Avocado-Creme vorbereiten. Dafür Avocado, Limettensaft, Sauerrahm, Salz und Pfeffer mit einem Stabmixer zu einer gleichmässigen Creme vermengen. Bis zum Servieren kühl stellen (mit Frischhaltefolie abdecken).<br />
3) Die Shrimps aus der Marinade nehmen und immer 2 oder 3 Stück auf einen kleinen Spiess stecken (das kann auch schon vor dem Marinieren erfolgen oder nach dem Braten &#8211; falls sie kalt serviert werden). Die Shrimps auf beiden Seiten braten.<br />
4)  Die Shrimps-Spiesschen warm oder kalt mit Avocado-Creme servieren.<br />
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