Monday, April 7, 2008

Apples and Stainless

5x7"
Pastel on archival sanded paper

Still exploring how the light falls and reflects
on a reflective object, like this stainless
steel bowl. I like how there isn't
much color other than the main subject.
Another painting that has a strong
contrast between shadow and light.
And since we're talking apples, try out
this apple recipe. It's great for a dessert
or to have a with a cup of tea.

Fresh Apple Cake

2 medium apples, peeled, cored and chopped
1 cup sugar
(Mix these together in a large bowl and set aside)

Sift together: 1 1/2 c. flour, 1 t. soda, 1/2 t. salt,
1 t. cinnamon, 1/2 t. nutmeg, 1/2 t. allspice

Melt 1/2 cup butter or margarine.
Beat 1 egg in a small bowl and stir in the cooled butter.
Add this to the apple/sugar mixture, stir to blend then add
the flour mixture, stir to blend.
Stir in 1/2 c. raisins and 1/2 c. nuts.
Pour into 8 x 8 pan. Bake 350 for 50-55 minutes.
You can ice it, but it's good just as is.

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