Okay, I've never cooked with star anise before—where do you find it in the store? Pear is my absolute favorite, and I just know I have to make this cake!
You should be able to get it in the spice aisle! (And even if you can't find it, this cake will be delicious without it!) It's one of my favorite spices, but it's not super commonly used in baking.
Just wanted to say, I love the instruction “prepare to be amazed.” I think it should be included in more recipes! I will never enjoy cooking or baking myself, but I so love reading about it :)
Okay, I've never cooked with star anise before—where do you find it in the store? Pear is my absolute favorite, and I just know I have to make this cake!
You should be able to get it in the spice aisle! (And even if you can't find it, this cake will be delicious without it!) It's one of my favorite spices, but it's not super commonly used in baking.
Dang that cake looks so good. Smitten Kitchen is the best!
It sure is, and this cake is a winner. (I'm sure the original is good, too, though I haven't made it unaltered.)
Just wanted to say, I love the instruction “prepare to be amazed.” I think it should be included in more recipes! I will never enjoy cooking or baking myself, but I so love reading about it :)
Thanks! And I totally agree. I'm so glad you enjoy reading through the recipes even if you don't make them.