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Hidcote - pt. 1

I'm just now getting around to organizing the photos from my trip to England back in May. As I've said a million times, this was the trip of a lifetime, and I had an incredible time. This was a 3-week trip organized by the HPSO (Hardy Plant Society of Oregon) during which we visited 35 different locations. Most all of these were gardens but there were also a few castles and villages thrown in, as well as the icing on the trip - the Chelsea Flower Show. This tour focused on the southeast region of England, notably the Cotswolds and Cornwall. I've watched so many programs and read so many books about England and the gardens there that I was afraid it would tarnish the image I had built up in my head. I'm pleased to say that it not disappoint. The trek from London to Bath by train was not the best first impression. However, as we gained distance from the city, the rolling green countryside gave me glimpses of things to come. After arriving in Bath and finding my hotel, I m...
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Katharine Hepburn's Brownies

As a big fan of both Katharine Hepburn and brownies, I've always wanted to try this recipe. I finally got around to making them this past weekend and they were well worth the wait. In fact, this will now be my "go to" recipe for brownies. They have a crackly crust but are wonderfully moist and chewy on the inside and deliciously chocolaty. And best of all, very easy to make!

Ingredients:
2 oz. unsweetened chocolate, coarsely chopped
1/2 (1 stick) cup unsalted butter, cut into pieces
1 cup white sugar
2 large eggs
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 tsp. salt
1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

Directions:
1. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.
2. Butter and flour an 8-inch baking pan.
3. Melt unsweetened chocolate and butter over very low heat in a heatproof bowl set over a saucepan of about 1 1/2 inches of simmering water, whisking until smooth.
4. Remove from heat and stir in sugar, eggs and vanilla.
5. Whisk in the flour and salt, until well blended.
6. Stir in the nuts.
7. Spread the batter in the baking pan. Bake for 30 to 40 minutes. Remove the pan to a rack to cool completely. Cut into 9 brownies.

Text and photos by Phillip Oliver, Dirt Therapy
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  1. LKTFebruary 7, 2011 at 4:21 PM

    Does the recipe end, "Cut into 9 brownies. Oh, who are you kidding? Just eat the whole pan." Those look really good.

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  2. Phillip OliverFebruary 7, 2011 at 4:34 PM

    LKT, that's what I did! :)

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  3. scottweberpdxFebruary 7, 2011 at 4:54 PM

    mmmmm...i'm so gonna make these!

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  4. UnknownFebruary 7, 2011 at 6:07 PM

    Can't wait to try this! Does it fit into my "healthy eating" plan?

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  5. Susan in the Pink HatFebruary 7, 2011 at 7:26 PM

    These are the standard brownies around here and have been for years. Best when eaten watching "The Philadelphia Story." Milkshakes should be reserved for "Guess Who's Coming To Dinner."

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  6. debsgardenFebruary 7, 2011 at 7:41 PM

    I am trying to lose weight, and you are not helping! But, of course, my diet does allow one serving of chocolate per day, otherwise I can't possibly stick to it. These look fabulous!

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  7. meemsnycFebruary 7, 2011 at 7:44 PM

    I love brownies. I'll have to try this recipe. Yummy.

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  8. sweetbayFebruary 7, 2011 at 8:03 PM

    I second LKT's comment. :)

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  9. still goodFebruary 8, 2011 at 2:05 AM

    OK I have to make these. My favorite brownie recipe right now is Molly Wizenberg's. I'll see what I think after I make these.

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  10. serial tillerFebruary 8, 2011 at 3:47 AM

    I would feel so fancy and important eating these! looks good!

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  11. DarlaFebruary 8, 2011 at 9:36 AM

    Oh my, YUMMY!

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  12. Dig, Grow, Compost, BlogFebruary 8, 2011 at 7:30 PM

    Yummo! I just watched Alton Brown make brownies last night. Reminded me how much I like them. Now you're pushing them. Must get some ...

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  13. The Redneck RosarianFebruary 10, 2011 at 5:08 AM

    Got to try these!

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