Friday Pie Blog: Thursday Presidential Edition

WHOA!!!How can it be possible to have Friday Pie Blogging in a special Thursday edition posted on a Wednesday?!My brane hurts now.

But… But… But…. Then I’d have to really oversleep in order to be on time for work!!

Mama Golden’s Fried Chocolate Pies With Vanilla Ice CreamPublished on: 03/29/06 in the Atlanta Journal Constitution 12 piesHands on: 30 minutes Total time: 1 1/2 hours For the dough:3 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting the board2 teaspoons fine salt2 teaspoons granulated sugar1/2 cup cold lard (chef Linton Hopkins’ preference) or shortening6 tablespoons cold butter1/2 cup ice waterTo fill and fry:12 balls ganache filling1 egg, lightly beatenPeanut or vegetable oil, for fryingConfectioners’ sugarTo serve: Vanilla ice creamToffee SauceTo make the dough: In a food processor fitted with steel blade, combine flour, salt and sugar, and pulse to combine.Add lard and butter and pulse until the mixture is crumbly and resembles coarse meal. Add ice water, and pulse again until the dough comes together and pulls away from the side of the bowl. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap, and chill in the refrigerator until firm, at least 30 minutes.Dust a clean work surface and a rolling pin with flour. Place the disc of dough on the prepared board, and roll out, lifting the dough often from the board to prevent sticking, until1/6 inch thick. Using a sharp knife, cut the dough into 12 4-inch circles.Place the circles on a baking sheet, and refrigerate until firm, at least 30 minutes.To assemble: Place a chilled chocolate ball in the center of the dough circle. Brush the egg around the edge of the dough circle. Fold the dough over, press to seal and crimp with the tines of a fork. Repeat with remaining dough and chocolate balls. Refrigerate and chill until firm, at least 15 minutes.Heat the oil until it reaches 350 degrees on an oil or candy thermometer. Add the pies, and fry them until golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, remove from the oil and place on a plate lined with paper towels. Dust with confectioners’ sugar.To serve: Place a pie in the center of plate (Hopkins serves 2 per person) and top with vanilla ice cream and Toffee Sauce. Serve immediately.Per pie (without ice cream or sauce): 556 calories (percent of calories from fat, 64), 6 grams protein, 46 grams carbohydrates, 1 gram fiber, 41 grams fat (20 grams saturated), 80 milligrams cholesterol, 440 milligrams sodium.Chocolate GanacheMakes about 1 1/2 poundsHands on: 15 minutesTotal time: 1 hour, 15 minutesThis ganache recipe makes more than is needed in this recipe. It’s not a waste; it’s a blessing! Reheat it in the microwave on low heat to pour over ice cream or to use for chocolate fondue. It will keep, covered in the refrigerator, for up to 1 month. 10 ounces semisweet chocolate3 ounces milk chocolate1 1/3 cups heavy cream1 tablespoon unsalted butter, room temperature1 tablespoon corn syrupPlace chocolate in bowl. Heat cream to scalding, and pour over chocolate. Let sit for 1 minute. Using a wooden spoon, stir until melted and smooth. Add the butter and corn syrup, and stir to combine. Refrigerate until firm, at least 1 hour.Using a melon baller, very small ice cream scoop or tablespoon, scoop tablespoon-size balls of ganache onto a chilled plate. Return to the refrigerator, and chill until firm and ready to fry the pies.Per 1-ounce serving: 127 calories (percent of calories from fat, 66), 1 gram protein, 11 grams carbohydrates, trace fiber, 10 grams fat (6 grams saturated), 20 milligrams cholesterol, 10 milligrams sodium.Toffee SauceMakes 1 3/4 cups2 cups heavy cream8 ounces light brown sugar, firmly packed1/2 stick (2 ounces) unsalted butterCombine the cream, brown sugar and butter, and heat in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Cook, stirring frequently, until the sugar is melted and the sauce has reduced to 1 3/4 cups. Set aside; keep warm until ready to serve.Per tablespoon: 104 calories (percent of calories from fat, 67), trace protein, 8 grams carbohydrates, no fiber, 8 grams fat (5 grams saturated), 28 milligrams cholesterol, 10 milligrams sodium.

thanks, guys.now ican tryto frya pie.goodbye.