Real Scotch Butterscotch

At dinner parties I get special requests for this dessert sauce.  I’m pretty sure I could leave my spouse at home and no-one would care as long as I bring the sauce. I like to use a really assertive Scotch for this recipe.  I have a bottle of Laphroig 10 year old Scotch that is […]

Scotch Chocolate Krinkles

Booze + Chocolate = Awesome These are not the most beautiful Christmas cookies you’ll ever make but they sure taste good.  You can freeze the dough ahead of time and bake cookies later.  This recipe makes about 72 small cookies. For this recipe you’ll need: 2 large eggs 1/2 cup chopped walnuts 1/2 cup Scotch […]

Scotch Custard

This yummy baked custard uses real scotch.  I like to use a strongly flavored scotch for maximum impact. For 6 servings you’ll need: 2 1/2 cups heavy cream 1/3 cup dark brown sugar 5 egg yolks pinch salt 1-2 tablespoons scotch 1 teaspoon sugar The custards will bake in a water bath so start boiling […]

Butterscotch Ice Cream with Real Scotch

“What butter and whiskey won’t cure, there is no cure for.” For this recipe, you’ll need: 2 cups heavy cream 1 cup whole milk 3/4 cup dark brown sugar 2 tablespoons butter pinch salt 1/3 cup pasteurized liquid egg whites – I use the kind that come in a carton.  Make sure the only ingredient […]