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Tuesday, June 30, 2009

My Flaccid Eclairs...If the Choux Fits

Tuesday desserts for family dinner:

Sister mentioned she hadn't had profiteroles or eclairs for a long time, as the ones here are stuffed with custard of pastry cream, which she doesnt like. So I thought I'd attempt to make them....not the first time.


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Now, I reckon they look decent, but actually, they were flaccid. I don't know what I've done wrong. Maybe they need to cook a bit more. I know its impossible to obtain the texture of the Beard Papa pastry, as they have two layers, one a pie crust and inside the choux. Oh well, if any of you know how to keep your choux crispy, do share.

And on a different note, HAPPY BIRTHDAY BALD EAGLE, OH YOU GREAT HERO WHO JUST COMPLETED THE 42KM SCKL MARATHON!!! (and hobbled the last 12km!)