I stepped outside to find a large cardboard box addressed to me with my newly married name. Not only hadn't I ordered anything from Williams Sonoma, I hadn't changed my name yet. Who sent this?
I opened the box to discover a gift from my Fairy Godmother! It was Christmas! Weeks early! She sent me a new toy that I had secretly been wanting to try. And by secret, I mean literally because I knew I wanted this but I never talked told anyone about it.
How could she know? That's where the fairy part comes in. Lots of people have Godmothers, but mine is like the one from the movies. She's been spoiling me since I was a kid, and clearly knew I would love this. She even included a recipe book to go with the funky pan so I'd know what the heck I was doing!
For those who don't know what they are, check them out on the Williams Sonoma page here. Basically they're delightful mini filled donut pancake dumplings. Ask my closest friends and family what my favorite food is, and pancakes aren't far down the list. This was the perfect gift.
On Monday we received just less than a foot of snow. The hubby stayed home from work, and a classic good old fashioned snow day. Time to break in that funky pan! Not to mention ONE of the THREE different pancake mixes I received for Christmas as well. (It's like people know me or something.)
So here's what it looks like:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp. baking powder
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 1 Tbs. granulated sugar
- 4 eggs, separated
- 2 cups milk
- 4 Tbs. (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, melted, plus more for cooking
Awww, Baby girl -- I'm reading this at work, and am tearing up..... what a surprise!!! I love you so much and am thrilled that you like the pan!!! (It's my favorite pan, too!) You must try putting a filling in...we'll chat! ;-)
ReplyDeleteThe above comment is from me, Aunt Deirdre, but it didn't put my name... hmmmmm
Deleteuh oh i see a new toy i want to get. like our kitchen isn't cluttered enough already. Steph will expect them at our next gathering, bluberry will suit me just fine thank you! love the story and the players god bless!
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