Its a sad state of affairs when I have to event desserts in Photoshop, but right now, breathing is cost-prohibitive, never mind ingredient shopping. Anyway, here’s a plated dessert version of an Irish Car Bomb. I found all the recipes on the web fairly easily, so I’m surprised that this hasn’t apparently been done before. Learning the term New American Cuisine inspired me to look to what Americans love, which is of course, gluttony. And drinking. So why not use the flavors of your favorite party drink to create a truly decadent delight? Hopefully I’ll get to make this soon. Guiness Stout Brownie, Bailey’s Ice Cream, and Jameson’s Caramel Sauce can all be found on the recipe page here. I got the idea for the presentation from Charlie Trotter’s Dessert Book, which I fall asleep reading most nights. I recommend serving this with an ice cold Gewürztraminer, just to add a refreshing element, form of, more alcohol!! YAY Gluttony!!
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