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by Francine Black
Dutch Baby!
Despite its name, this wonderful puffy baked pancake is totally an American creation. And what that means is that it is the product of a country famous for its diverse nationalities all making contributions to our amazing food palate.
We should mention that its name is an unfortunate mispronunciation of “Deutsch” (German),” much as we have misnamed the Pennsylvania Dutch. The true Dutch people are from Holland, as we know.
Back to our pancake…
It’s believed to have originated in Seattle at Manca’s Italian Cafe in the early 1900’s. Similar to a Yorkshire pudding, which is British, it resembles German pancakes that are baked in a skillet.
It’s interesting to see it puff up in the oven by virtue of its whipped eggs and watch it deflate almost immediately. The result is a soft custard center with crisp edges.
We served ours with berries, whipped cream, and a little bit of maple syrup –and it was really delicious!
You must try this, dear friends!
Not Fran's, but you can find a recipe by clicking here
.High in the mountains above Bally, where the dense groves of treetops seem to touch the sky, is Francine Black, Boyertown’s own version of chef Julia Child. Her daily activities reflect the things she most values: family and friends, music, and lovingly prepared food.
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