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Yes, I used the base recipe. One of the many things I've learned in my tenure with the ladies and gentlemen of Tuesdays with Dorie is that I LOVE Dorie's basic biscuit recipe. And if recent history's any indication, I'm pretty good at it. Which I would never have known *without* TWD, as biscuits and their various offspring just weren't projects I attempted in my kitchen.
But this week I didn't have dried apple on hand, so I grabbed a package of apricots. They're a yellowish fruit with a similar dried consistency. And since cheddar really doesn't pair with apricot for me, I grated a hunk of Swiss to take the role of "cheese" in this week's drama. And I tossed in a handful of fresh lavender because it called to me from its countertop vase. I considered rosemary but dismissed it. Next time I think I'll use it... it definitely would have added to the tension I've been building between savory and sweet.
So there you have it, my riff on Dorie's Apple & Cheddar Scones, chosen by Karina of The Floured Apron as this week's assignment. That's where you'll find the recipe this week, should you want to try it for yourself.
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July 01, 2008
TWD: This week's melodrama: Savory or Sweet?
Posted by Dolores at 7/01/2008 12:09:00 PM
Labels: Tuesdays with Dorie
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26 comments:
Apricot and swiss sounds quite tasty - nice riff!
Oh I like the combination of apricots and swiss yum! Great job!
What great substitutions! I have apricots on hand - next time I have some extra swiss, I'll def. try your version!
Mmmm, these look delicious. Nice job!
I bet they were delicious with your substitutions. Great job!
I like the idea of apricot and swiss, but not sure about the lavendar...maybe thyme? Your biscuits look yummy!
apricot and swiss?! sounds delish.
your scones came out perfectly fluffy!
oh, and you must get a baking stone. it makes me life so much easier, not having to grease or line anything!
nice variation...sounds really tasty!
Well now you are just doing this to drive me crazy. Is this like three weeks in a row on time? I like the apricots...and the swiss cheese sounds interesting.
Wow sounds really tasty. Nice job!
Your scones look tasty and make me hungry
Ulrike from Küchenlatein
Swiss cheese sounds delicious in these and that pic of the melty, buttery scone is killing me!
Great flavor comination. Your pictures look very appetizing.
Yum! Love the combo!
These look gorgeous - they have the perfect cheesiness that I think mine were missing out on. And yes, I think I'll take your recommendation for the gym membership!
Your scones look so good! Look at all that butter, yum! :)
That is such an interesting combination! I might give this a try next time I have some swiss cheese. Your scones look so flaky by the way!
Oooo apricot and swiss!!! What an interesting combination... I might just have to try that! Graet job, your scones look great.
Wow, apricot sounds amazing! Yum!
mmm apricots. At my work, we make an apricot, parmesan, and rosemary biscotti.
Your scones look great. The apricots and swiss cheese sound like a good combo.
Mmm... I love swiss cheese, they sound really good.
Oh my gosh, you just gave me a million ideas for this recipe!
Thanks!
Those look and sound so good! I like the fruit and cheese combo and the butter melting on them...mmm...
I think that rosemary would be a lovely addition, but I love your tweaked version, as is too!
What a great combination! They must have been delicious!
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