Hi, everyone! I’m overjoyed to be writing this from home (arrived late Sunday night), but instead of an update just yet, this is a warm welcome to a delightful event…
It’s been a long time since I’ve been to a baby shower — even longer since I had one. (My ”baby boy” is 30 and my “baby girl” is 27.) How time flies… and how quickly babies grow up!
That’s why I’m tickled to be part of this virtual event honoring Jenna of Jenna’s Everything Blog. (For an honest, humorous, heartfelt chronicle of her pregnancy, please click on this link.) It’s a joy reading the musings of this first-time-Mom-to-be and I’m still trying to figure out how she does that disappearing belly trick! :)
Today’s hostess is Veronica of Veronica’s Cornucopia and she put a lot of effort into coordinating things. Thank you! It was fun to be in on the “secret” from the start; later in this post, there are links to everyone who joined in to surprise Jenna. (Be sure to stop in and say “hi!”)
Awhile back, Jenna announced that their bundle of joy is a sweet lil’ girl and it made me think of a nursery rhyme I used to read to my own daughter.
Sugar and spice and everything nice,
That’s what little girls are made of.
Which reminded me of a terrific scone recipe…
Sugar & Spice & Everything Nice Scones
2 c. all purpose flour
4 to 6 Tbsp. sugar
1 Tbsp baking powder
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp. ground cardamom
1/3 c. dried fruit (I used raisins — regular and golden)
1 c. heavy cream, plus more for brushing
Coarse sugar for sprinkling
Preheat oven to 425° F.
In a large bowl, mix together dry ingredients with a fork. Add dried fruit; mix to coat.
Add heavy cream; mix just until dough gathers around the fork.
Turn dough onto a floured surface. Knead briefly (about 5 seconds); pat into a circle.
Cut dough into wedges; transfer to an ungreased baking sheet.
Brush tops with heavy cream and sprinkle with coarse sugar.
Bake 10 to 12 minutes until tops are golden; cool on a wire rack.
If you’re in the mood for something “sweeter,” drizzle with powdered sugar icing, if desired.
(P.S. No recipe credit that I know of — it’s been in my recipe box for ages — source unknown.)
In closing, I’d be remiss if I didn’t give something to our “sweetest” guest of honor — baby Alice!
A is for angelic – a gift from heaven above.
L is for the little things Mom will come to know and love.
I is for the intricate way God wove you in her womb.
C is for your countenance that will light up every room.
E is for eternal — you’re in Mom’s heart to stay.
Hello there, dear sweet Alice — Happy Baby Shower Day!
Thanks again for joining us and congratulations, Jenna! Here are the links…
~ Kim
Stopping in to say Good Morning from the 4 little Fergusons. :) Your scones sounds amazing!
By: 4littlefergusons on September 4, 2012
at 7:39 am
Thank you! So does your “11 Things” list — parental-to-be humor at its finest! Looking back now, I’d say I encountered everything on your list, but it’s all a distant memory… until the grandkids come. :)
By: Kimby on September 4, 2012
at 4:34 pm
[...] take a peek: A Little Lunch (Eufaula, OK): Sugar and Spice and Everything Nice Scones City Songbird (Greensboro, NC): Merry Christmas, Alice! Eats Well With Others (New York, NY): [...]
By: A Virtual Baby Shower for a Far Away Friend « on September 4, 2012
at 7:39 am
[...] USA): 11 Lessons To Determine If You Are Ready For Parenthood A Little Lunch (Eufaula, OK): Sugar and Spice and Everything Nice Scones City Songbird (Greensboro, NC): Merry Christmas, Alice! Eats Well With Others (New York, NY): [...]
By: Iced Tea with Ginger-Mint Simple Syrup | The Pajama Chef on September 4, 2012
at 7:39 am
[...] USA): 11 Lessons To Determine If You Are Ready For Parenthood A Little Lunch (Eufaula, OK): Sugar and Spice and Everything Nice Scones City Songbird (Greensboro, NC): Merry Christmas, Alice! Eats Well With Others (New York, NY): [...]
By: Toasted Orzo and Chickpea Salad for Jenna’s Virtual Baby Shower — very culinary on September 4, 2012
at 7:41 am
Those look fabulous! I’m a sucker for scones. :) Glad WordPress got with the program and we didn’t miss out on this. This has been fun!
By: Sydney on September 4, 2012
at 7:42 am
This was my first “virtual shower” and I agree with you — it was FUN! I also loved your Baby BLT’s… what a great way to use cherry tomatoes (which I didn’t grow this year, but NEXT year… just to make your appetizer — I’d eat those for breakfast!) Thanks, Sydney! :)
By: Kimby on September 4, 2012
at 4:40 pm
Hahaha! U’re such a joy to be with, dear! Wonderful post & congrats to Jenna! Your scones sure look different from those I’d. Must be real tasty :)
By: Blackswan on September 4, 2012
at 8:00 am
Likewise, Shirley — it’s always a pleasure to visit with YOU! The best thing about these scones is that they’re equally good plain (minus any spices) OR you can alter the spices and/or fruit to your preferences. (Forgot to mention that in my post!) Thanks for joining in the “shower.” You are such a faithful friend and I know Jenna appreciates your presence here, too!
By: Kimby on September 4, 2012
at 4:45 pm
[...] A Little Lunch (Eufaula, OK): Sugar and Spice and Everything Nice Scones [...]
By: Making Food Good for Your Baby « Pinking Shears & Broccoli Spears on September 4, 2012
at 8:01 am
[...] USA): 11 Lessons To Determine If You Are Ready For Parenthood A Little Lunch (Eufaula, OK): Sugar and Spice and Everything Nice Scones City Songbird (Greensboro, NC): Merry Christmas, Alice! Eats Well With Others (New York, NY): [...]
By: A Gift for Jenna and Alice! | Words On Wendhurst on September 4, 2012
at 8:38 am
[...] USA): 11 Lessons To Determine If You Are Ready For Parenthood A Little Lunch (Eufaula, OK): Sugar and Spice and Everything Nice Scones City Songbird (Greensboro, NC): Merry Christmas, Alice! Eats Well With Others (New York, NY): [...]
By: Raspberry Almond Fudge Cookies « Veronica's Cornucopia on September 4, 2012
at 10:30 am
Yay! Your scones are just perfect for a girl baby shower! I love that he scones have some cardamom in them–the spice combo sounds so good! And your poem-my favorite!! Thank you Kimby for joining us and putting up with my ineptitude as a host. I think we managed to pull it off despite my inexperience! haha
By: Veronica on September 4, 2012
at 10:49 am
Veronica, you seriously underestimate your abilities… the glitches weren’t due to anything you did (or didn’t do) and I’d participate in any event you hostess in a heartbeat! My pleasure, my dear. xo!
By: Kimby on September 4, 2012
at 4:48 pm
Cardamon!! I rarely find recipes where people use it but I love it. Thanks Kim. Have a great week.
By: Dawn B. on September 4, 2012
at 11:07 am
Dawn, it’s one of my favorite spices, too. :) Can hardly wait til autumn to do more baking — will see what I can come up with for cardamom recipes. Thanks so much for coming by Jenna’s shower!
By: Kimby on September 5, 2012
at 11:30 am
These scones look delicious – wish I could taste them in person! :-)
By: Jenny @ Words On Wendhurst on September 4, 2012
at 11:50 am
Jenny, I forgot to mention (in my comment on your blog) those ADORABLE shoes… so tiny & so perfect — I was wishing they made them in adult size! :) (Maybe they do?!) After I photographed these scones, I put this batch in the freezer. Thank heavens they’re bite-sized (and re-heat-able) or I’d be tasting them “in person” for the next week (or several days… tee hee!) Glad you liked them and glad to “meet” you!
By: Kimby on September 4, 2012
at 4:53 pm
This was fun being a part of the baby shower for Jenna. Thanks for sharing your scone recipe. I love that it has cardamom in it. There is something about that spice that makes me want to drift away on a cloud.
By: Terri on September 4, 2012
at 12:35 pm
Terri, I love your description of cardamom — I never thought of that before, but you’re right — that’s the feeling I get when I taste it (and smell it… and bake with it…), too!
By: Kimby on September 4, 2012
at 4:55 pm
No kidding…how DOES she do that disappearing belly trick? It’s crazy. Very clever tie in with the poem and scones. I love it.
By: Amy on September 4, 2012
at 1:05 pm
I was thinking the same thing about your toasted orzo salad… disappearing. :) Thanks for your comments about the poem — I love doing things like that!
By: Kimby on September 4, 2012
at 4:59 pm
Oh Kim . . . your little poem using Alice’s name is bringing tears to my eyes! Thank you, blogging friend, for your sweet words (and the scones, which look fabulous enough that I can almost taste them . . . almost =).
By: Jenna on September 4, 2012
at 1:35 pm
Dear Mom-to-be Jenna, this was a JOY to put together! I’ll be sending you the “real” version of the poem for Alice after I unpack my suitcase — just got home and haven’t had time to break out the arts & crafts yet. :) Sooooooo glad you enjoyed your shower — what a lovely group of ladies to work with — they love you (and Alice) and so do I. Happy Surprise!
By: Kimby on September 4, 2012
at 5:06 pm
What stunning scones my friend and I bet Jenna must have been over the moon :)
What a sweet gesture!
Cheers
Choc Chip Uru
By: Choc Chip Uru on September 4, 2012
at 1:47 pm
Hi, Uru! The only thing these scones are missing is a healthy dose of your clotted cream… :) Thanks for commenting, my friend!
By: Kimby on September 4, 2012
at 5:07 pm
P.S. If you really want to see the scones “the way they looked,” just click on photos — I especially like the Bite Sized Baby Shower Scones photo enlarged… sigh… food and art… gotta love it!
By: Kimby on September 4, 2012
at 8:10 pm
P.P.S.S… In case you’re new to my blog, I like to tell a “second story” with my photo captions. (Just hover your mouse over the photos.) Good times! :)
By: Kimby on September 4, 2012
at 8:12 pm
Lol, didn’t mean YOU, Uru! Welcome to all of my first time visitors… and okay now, say goodnight, Kimby. Good night! :)
By: Kimby on September 4, 2012
at 8:14 pm
The scones looks perfect! And you’re poem at the end, how very sweet :)
By: Suzie on September 4, 2012
at 2:43 pm
Many thanks, Suzie! I was thinking about how “versatile” Moms have to be and the sauce for your Asian Meatballs keeps coming to mind — it’d be great on egg rolls, wontons, spring rolls, etc, etc. :) Hasn’t this been a blast? (Great recipes, too!)
By: Kimby on September 4, 2012
at 5:11 pm
These are some mighty yummy looking scones!
By: k on September 4, 2012
at 3:18 pm
Thank you, Kathleen! So pleased you could join us — and Jenna — for her special day!
By: Kimby on September 4, 2012
at 5:14 pm
these scones are PERFECT for this occasion. so fun to meet you for this shower! :)
By: Sarah on September 4, 2012
at 5:30 pm
So was your special beverage, Sarah! Personally, I think our “menu” couldn’t have turned out better… who knew that a dozen random blogger friends of Jenna’s would come up with such delectable offerings and not a “repeat” in the bunch (food-wise or location wise?!) Truly a blessed event! :)
By: Kimby on September 4, 2012
at 6:38 pm
aaaaah so sweet! and you had me at cardamom! Lovely as always! My “baby” just turned 13…yikes! Great Post!
By: Isabelle at home on September 5, 2012
at 5:06 am
[...] USA): 11 Lessons To Determine If You Are Ready For Parenthood A Little Lunch (Eufaula, OK): Sugar and Spice and Everything Nice Scones City Songbird (Greensboro, NC): Merry Christmas, Alice! Eats Well With Others (New York, [...]
By: 35 Weeks | on September 6, 2012
at 5:30 am
These are the perfect scones to bring to the shower! ANd the name alone adds extra cute/delicious factor.
By: Joanne on September 6, 2012
at 7:56 am
I was traveling and am just now getting around to reading all the other shower posts! Yummy! I will have to try those scones sometime soon. I also love the poem. It’s fun connecting with all of you through this shower!
By: pinkingshearsandbroccolispears on September 7, 2012
at 8:30 am
Perfect scones for no doubt what will be a perfect little Alice :) What a fun idea! Your treats look absolutely delicious
By: Parsley Sage on September 7, 2012
at 3:47 pm
I love scones! They’re one of my favorite things to bake and your recipe is a little different from the one I use. Can’t wait to try it!
What a delightful gift for a new baby.
By: Shary Hover on September 9, 2012
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