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yelyahwilliams: hellogiggles: Alien head dumplings at Tokyo...

Thu, 23 May 2013 22:55:24 -0400

hellogiggles:

Alien head dumplings at Tokyo Disney Sea. They are mochi filled with ice cream. Each one is a different flavor!

Holy balls

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Thu, 23 May 2013 22:52:01 -0400

lisabeam: dipper is always getting dirty and hurt and mabel is...

Thu, 23 May 2013 22:29:56 -0400

lisabeam:

dipper is always getting dirty and hurt and mabel is always there to take care of him

rumour: Ugly people who have hot boyfriends/girlfriends give me so much hope

Thu, 23 May 2013 22:29:12 -0400

rumour:

Ugly people who have hot boyfriends/girlfriends give me so much hope

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Thu, 23 May 2013 22:24:34 -0400

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Thu, 23 May 2013 22:23:57 -0400

kasukasukasumisty: leax: Under her eye mask is…another eye...

Thu, 23 May 2013 20:10:17 -0400

kasukasukasumisty:

leax:

Under her eye mask is…another eye mask. Problem solved

"Just give me a call when you feel better, but you never do and I’m just another debtor to some palm..."

Thu, 23 May 2013 19:37:45 -0400

““Just give me a call when you feel better, but you never do and I’m just another debtor to some palm reader whose got her hands mixed up. Palm reader’s breath smells of brandy and cigarettes. As she sells me and sweet forgets, she needs something to get her through; she runs a scam like me and you. Yeah, me and you.””

- Third Eye Blind, “Palm Reader” (via not-a-sinner-not-a-saint)

We all have that one mutual follower we try to impress with every post.

Thu, 23 May 2013 19:37:11 -0400

We all have that one mutual follower we try to impress with every post.

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Thu, 23 May 2013 19:33:14 -0400

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Thu, 23 May 2013 19:32:27 -0400

wee-beygels: The only thing I’ve learned in biology this year...

Thu, 23 May 2013 19:31:50 -0400

wee-beygels:

The only thing I’ve learned in biology this year is that the female reproductive system bears a striking resemblance to Turnip Head from Howl’s Moving Castle.

I love making things like this in class.

Thu, 23 May 2013 19:31:41 -0400

I love making things like this in class.

ohlaloove: Fashional Colorful Floral Print Elastic Waist...

Thu, 23 May 2013 18:02:59 -0400

ohlaloove:

Fashional Colorful Floral Print Elastic Waist Sleeveless Beach Dress For Women

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Thu, 23 May 2013 05:21:01 -0400

bohemian-fleur: want more modern/pastel? click here ❂

Thu, 23 May 2013 05:17:41 -0400

bohemian-fleur:

want more modern/pastel? click here ❂

pastelbmob: Mesh ‘Cat’ Hat 3360 yen

Wed, 22 May 2013 20:23:25 -0400

pastelbmob:

Mesh ‘Cat’ Hat

3360 yen

lulz-time: My lovely followers, please follow this blog...

Wed, 22 May 2013 20:23:05 -0400

lulz-time:

My lovely followers, please follow this blog immediately!

randwiches: Egg tarte with tomato, selles sur cher, shaved...

Wed, 22 May 2013 15:35:07 -0400

randwiches:

Egg tarte with tomato, selles sur cher, shaved Berkswell, scallion and chili pepper.

Another cracker-like tarte shell topped with a mishmash of random things from my fridge. The idea was to slightly cook the egg on the tarte, pop the yolk half way through cooking and spread it around as it was tomato sauce on a pizza. I was dumb and cracked the egg before cooking the crust a little, it slid right off! Egg overboard!

I made a barrier of sliced tomatoes to keep the egg from sliding around. I broiled it for 3 minutes, popped the crust bubbles and spread the mooshy egg bits around before I threw on the rest of the toppings. 3 more minutes of intense overhead heat and it was done!

gossipchef: triple chocolate pudding...

Wed, 22 May 2013 14:46:46 -0400

gossipchef:

triple chocolate pudding pie

ingredients:

Crust 1 ½ cups crushed chocolate wafer cookies 1 tablespoon granulated sugar 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted Filling 1 ¼ cups granulated sugar ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder ¼ cup cornstarch 3 ½ cups half and half cream 4 large egg yolks 3 ½ ounces semi-sweet chocolate, chopped 3 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 teaspoon coffee liqueur 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Topping 1 cup chilled heavy whipping cream 2 tablespoons granulated sugar 2 teaspoons instant coffee ½ vanilla bean To Serve: chocolate-covered espresso beans

directions:

Crust:
Preheat oven to 350 F. Add butter and sugar to cookie crumbs and blend. Firmly press mixture into 9-inch-diameter glass or ceramic pie dish. Bake until crust sets, about 8 minutes. Cool.

Filling:
1. Whisk sugar, cocoa, and cornstarch in heavy medium saucepan. Gradually whisk in half and half and then the egg yolks. Continue to whisk over medium-high heat until mixture thickens and boils, about 12 - 15 minutes.

2. Remove from heat and add both chocolates and butter, whisking until melted and smooth. Mix in coffee liqueur and vanilla. Transfer filling to crust. Press plastic wrap directly onto surface of filling and chill until filling sets, at least 6 hours. (Can be made 2 days ahead. Keep chilled and covered.)

Topping:
1. Beat all ingredients in large bowl until peaks form. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Rewhisk to thicken and smooth before serving, if necessary.)

2. Peel plastic off of pie. Cut pie into fairly small wedges (it is quite rich). Spoon a good-sized dollop of coffee whipped cream on top of each slice. Garnish with chocolate-covered espresso beans and serve.

after-thoughts:

This pie would also be delicious served with plain, sweetened whipped cream and fresh fruit (strawberries, raspberries, grilled bananas…)