My first task was to play with cookie cutters.
Playing with cookie cutters? Yup. I was so persistent in helping my mom baking at the age of 6. But my mom had something else in mind.
She wanted to quickly finish baking in time to ensure she doesn’t miss her favorite television show: Dallas.
If only I was old enough to sue the network tv show back then. Anyhoo….
When the evening tea time came, I wandered again into the kitchen looking for a legitimate excuse to help cook or bake something delicious.
And that’s when my mom realized that tormenting me with frivolous tasks ain’t cutting it. She had more baking planned for the evening and this time, I was allowed to put the cookie cutters to a very good use 🙂
I came from a society where there was no tradition or memories of propping up the children on a kitchen table. Parent’s were extremely over-protective.
Everything is blown out of proportion. A small scratch is deemed major. A minor fall deemed irresponsible.
Using cookie cutters at the age of 6 was a huge deal. Not for everyone, but especially for my mom. She has some amazing cookie recipes that I have to wait to share as soon as I am accessible into her book of sacred recipes. For now, I am left dreaming about those memories while making new ones.
Found these beautiful forelle pears at the farmers market and kept snacking on it every single day. It’s so easy to get bored with the same method of eating foods. I had to make something using this crisp and sweet delicious forelle.
Something that wouldn’t require any cookie cutters.
Something that would definitely calm a raging sweet tooth.
Something minute, but I am sure would make my mom proud 🙂
Ingredients:
- 3 to 4 forelle pears
- 1 cup of rolled whole wheat oats
- 3/4 cup shredded coconut, unsweetened
- 1/2 raw sliced almonds
- 3 – 4 tbsp raisins
- 3 tbsp agave nectar/honey
- pinch of salt
- 3 tbsp cold unsalted butter, cubed
Directions:
- Preheat oven to 315F.
- Butter ramekin dishes.
- Slice forelle’s and arrange into ramekins. Set aside.
- In a medium bowl, combine rolled oats, shredded coconut, almonds, raisins, agave nectar and salt.
- Add cubed cold butter into the crisp mixture and slowly combine everything to form a course crumb.
- Top ramekins with course crumbs/crisps and bake until golden between 30 to 40 minutes. Watch closely to avoid burning.
- Serve as is or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Now that you are aware of my experience in the kitchen as a 6 year old, tell me yours? What were you allowed to do/help in the kitchen for the very first time? 🙂
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Ohhh my mouth is literally watering – these look amazing! I don’t have pears on hand but I think I may try this with some apples this afternoon!
Erica { EricaDHouse.com } recently posted..Erica goes to the Chiropractor
Erica — thanks a lot and I hope you enjoyed this recipe 🙂
Beautiful photos. These pears look wonderful and that cereal mix really delicious. GG
Glamorous Glutton recently posted..Focaccia Pan Toastie
I agree with Erica – my mouth is watering! Gorgeous photography, too {as always}.
the wicked noodle recently posted..grilled peach, corn & feta salad
I love crisps and this one looks wonderful! An original and delicious combination.
Lovely clicks too!
Cheers,
Rosa
absolutely lovely. Just pinned it
Alison @ Ingredients, Inc recently posted..7 Must Do’s in Bermuda
I used to run away from the kitchen.. from food and look what am doing these days :))
I love pear in many form and crisp sounds so comforting.
Kankana recently posted..Tomato Tart with Basil and Paneer.
I never eat breakfast, but now your pear crisp is making me want to! That looks gorgeous and classy. Your photography never ceases to amaze me.
Sophia recently posted..Hashtag this as first-world problem
I will forever eat breakfast for every meal if it is this crisp 😀
Cheers
Choc Chip Uru
Choc Chip Uru recently posted..CCU Undercover: Taste Of Malaya
What a really nice and healthy dish, I would love to have this for a snack or breakfast
Raymund recently posted..Japanese Ginger Pork (Shogayaki)
OMG….loved the pics 🙂
Jidhu Jose recently posted..Malayali Gulf Diaspora
My mom never baked so I have no baking memories… I am creating several memories for my daughter though!
Love this healthy light crisp recipe.
chinmayie @ love food eat recently posted..Green Tomato, Star Fruit and Avocado Salad
Your pictures are absolutely stunning, Kiran! And this crisp recipe is right up my alley! Can’t wait to give it a try! 🙂
Baker Street recently posted..#MuffinMonday: Biscoff Swirl Muffins
Your pictures and recipe are amazing Kiran. Absolutely beautiful.
Kim Bee recently posted..Lunatic Loves These Links
Really beautiful photography as usual Kiran 🙂 Yum!
Cass @foodmyfriend recently posted..Gluten Free Brownies with Raspberries
Absolutely delicious! And gorgeous clicks!
Angie@Angie’s Recipes recently posted..Rolled Spelt Flakes Cheddar Crackers
Lovely shots! And what a recipe too!
Love the photos – they are so dreamy! I love the idea of using pear in a crisp instead of the usual berries. It’s a refreshing change!
Divya recently posted..For the love of chili peppers…
Crisps and cobblers are the perfect dessert for summer. This looks wonderful!
I came from a very protective parents too but what can we do. That’s their style of management. 🙂 Those are gorgeous pears, Kiran! Have a great weekend ahead!
~ ray ~
wok with ray recently posted..Simple Potato Salad
Nice! What a hearty and fresh treat. 🙂
Sommer@ASP recently posted..Sauteed Eggplant with Honey and Thyme
I love your story, and the recipe that came from the sweet memories. I can relate to the memories. And these are beautiful photos!
Beautiful photos – love how you wanted to cook at such a young age. I started early too and enjoy it to this day!
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Great recipe! I bet it would pear (hehe) up well with a Chenin Blanc, sweet Semillon, demi-sec (sweet) Champagne, or a Moscato d’Asti. Cheers!