When I was growing up, my maternal Grandmother would make popovers for us, and they have always remained a favorite with me. Looking a bit like cumulous clouds when they come out of the oven, these airy treats were fun to eat and a big change of pace from our usual Bisquick biscuits.
But somehow over the years, I lost track of her popover pan.
So every time Sailor dragged me into Williams Sonoma (because he LOVES that store!), I would look for a popover pan. And finally one day, there in the baking section was the glorious popover pan. I didn’t even check the price; just grabbed it and dashed to the check-out counter!
I have since introduced Sailor to popovers, and now he is hooked too! I don’t make them all the time, for obvious reasons (see ingredients below), but I try to bake them enough so that he does not feel deprived.
The ingredient list is a simple combination of flour, eggs, milk, and butter. But that is where the creativity comes in. Add herbs, parmesan cheese, or lemon zest for a slight twist. Or simply serve them with a bit of room temperature butter and a small dipping dish of strawberry jam.
The magic happens in the alchemy of the heat in the oven, and the popover pan itself.
These are not quick! My recipe calls for 35 minutes in the oven, and this sometimes interferes with other components of dinner. But they are so very worth it!
They look like clouds, and they almost taste like clouds. They are light and airy, and fun to open up, bite into, tear apart – they can be eaten any way you choose!
You can find popover pans at Williams Sonoma, on Amazon, on Sur la table, and on Overstock. They aren’t expensive, they last forever, and best of all, they create food that’s fun to eat!
Here’s the recipe that came with the pan I bought at Williams Sonoma:
From our home to yours~
Kristine
I am sharing at these Link Parties:
My Soulful Home – Sundays at Home
Finding Silver Pennies-Sundays Link Party
Marilyn’s Treats Over the Moon
Faeries and Fauna Waste Not Wednesday
21 Rosemary Lane Share Your Style
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I don’t think I have ever had popovers, but I’m pretty sure I will now! I imagine that it takes a special pan (not one used for cupcakes) since they are so fluffy on top.
They do take a special pan, but they pan can be found at Willams Sonoma, or Amazon, Sur la Table or Overstock! They are not expensive, especially since they just bring such delight!
Your popovers look fantastic! Thank you for sharing them with us at the Hearth and Soul Link party! I hope you have a lovely week!
Thank you, April! They really are easy to bake and a real treat to eat! Thank you for hostessing your link party!