Painting poppies, roses and eucalyptus is something I could do every day. I’ve had so many renditions of this trifecta that I cannot even count them all. These three elements complement each other perfectly and showcase the joy of watercolor. The one I’m sharing today is one I just keep going back to—it has such vibrant colors, and little spray roses to top it all off. I love this one.
Today is the epitome of a rainy day, so what better recipe to share than this peachy apple pie: a late summer treat, perfect for those first few cool mornings when autumn is on the horizon. Get the sweaters out and light those candles, it’s time to cozy up!
Mum, Mumsy and Generational baking
I love a classic apple pie. Pretty little lattice pies bursting with fall spices, what’s not to love? Beyond apple pie, my heart really belongs to the peach cobbler. So here’s my marriage between the two. Yummy fall spices, sugar crust lattice, buttery filling, and that little added sweetness of peaches. And honestly, if you only have one or the other, use just apples or just peaches and it will lack nothing.
The original apple version of this recipe comes from my grandmother, “Mum” who shared it with me many years ago. We all know there is something rich about generational cooking. So when I cook this, it undoubtably reminds me of her. I actually baked some version of this the night before Florence was born. In sheer exhaustion and exasperation at her not yet being born, I went into a baking craze and made homemade scones and warm apple pie with my Mom, affectionately called Mumsy. It’s a memory I hold dear to my heart and the emotions of that time well up whenever I bake this.
Also, I must mention this homemade pie crust recipe. This crust will get its own spotlight down the road, but for now let’s just say, it takes it to a whole other level. It is my mom’s, and she got it from her grandmother. It’s a little savory so that contrast with the sweet apples, peaches, and filling, plays out perfectly.
Peachy Poppies
Poppies, Roses & Eucalyptus complement each other perfectly in this happy painting.