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Living the Gourmet: Rosemary & Lemon Infused Cake

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There is a saying out there and to sum it up simply, it goes like this, hope is just around the corner. Wise words if you ask me. It’s a saying that always proves itself time and time again.

Often I look back and think, how could I not have realized that when God closes a door, He opens a window? (As cliché as that may sound, it is oh so very true).

Sometimes, I feel like I keep getting that door slammed in my face and each time it hurts a bit more than the last. What I didn’t realize is that if the door never closed, we’d be stuck wandering around the halls, going from one room to another for eternity. The only way out is through that window.

Living the Gourmet is our window.

In the last six years, it has brought us more joy and opportunity than we ever imagined- and yes, it has brought us to you, dear friends and readers.

It challenges our creativity and encourages our passion for cooking and baking every day. I would even go so far to say that it has brought our family closer together. It’s an endeavor that I am so blessed to be a part of. Every thought shared; every recipe created is a labor of the purest love.

I watch my mother with profound admiration and pride at this beautiful site she has created (at the encouragement of my brother, I might add). Everyone plays an important role. It is truly a team effort. So you see, Living the Gourmet is where all our hearts combine.

Welcome to our website. We hope you enjoy your visit.

God bless,
Tammy
Catherine
& Michael

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This sweet, moist summer cake is infused with fresh Rosemary and lemon. Speckled with floral notes that are perfectly balanced with hints of citrus.

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  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 8 Servings 1x

Ingredients

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Simple Rosemary Syrup:

  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 Rosemary sprig

Cake:

  • 1 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 3/4 teaspoons baking powder
  • Pinch of salt
  • 3/4 cup white sugar
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 tablespoons canola oil
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • Sprig of Rosemary from Syrup, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup milk

Rosemary Glaze:

  • 2 cups confectioner’s sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
  • 3–4 tablespoons Rosemary Simple Syrup
  • Edible flowers, Rosemary sprig & blossoms for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a small saucepan, bring water, sugar and rosemary for syrup to a simmer. Remove from heat and allow to cool. Set aside Rosemary sprig for cake. Remove the leaves from the stem and finely chop. Transfer the simple syrup once cool enough to a jar and chill in the refrigerator.
  2. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  3. Sift together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  4. In the bowl of a stand mixer, beat together sugar, butter and oil until smooth. Add eggs, one at a time. Add vanilla, lemon zest, and rosemary. Mix until well combined. Alternately add milk and dry ingredients, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients.
  5. Pour into an 8½ inch cake pan. Bake for about 30-35 minutes or until cake tester comes out clean. Transfer cake to a wire rack and allow to cool completely in the cake pan.
  6. With a sharp knife, poke the cake several times and drizzle with about ½ cup of Rosemary simple syrup. Cover the cake and place in the refrigerator for a couple of hours or overnight.
  7. Whisk confectioner’s sugar, vanilla, simple syrup for Rosemary Glaze. Drizzle all over cake and garnish.
  8. Serve with tea or coffee and enjoy!

Notes

If you have any Rosemary Simple Syrup leftover, mix it with some lemon water for a refreshing summer drink!

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    • Big Daddy Dave says

      Hi, Congratulations on your new blogsite! I like your first feature item…your rosemary-lemon infused cake… Take Care, Big Daddy Dave

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  2. Louise says

    Hi Tammy,
    Oh my gracious goodness, the new site is up and running and oh so “classy.” You did a wonderful job but, as you so eloquently shared, it is a family affair:)

    I often wonder how your family survived the devastation from Sandy and kept the spirit alive. The shared family spirit is the answer and it shows in each and every word and recipe that is shared. Thank you so much for welcoming us into your world Tammy. Please send lots of hugs to Mom for me:) I haven’t “officially” met your brother but do thank him also:)

    I love the combination of Rosemary and lemon. I’m sure this cake is as delectable as it looks. Thanks so much for sharing, Tammy…Great job on the site!

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  4. Dottie Sauchelli Balin says

    Dear Tammy, Catherine, and Michael,
    Wow! I am very impressed…just love your new home! I feel like I am in another place when I am on your new website. So very inviting! It is very easy to navigate and I love the way you laid out the recipe, much easier to see! So lovely, you must be very proud. Tammy as usual your words are truly from the heart and I can see how important family is to you, which it should be! The recipe is awesome! I would think the flavors of the rosemary and lemon would be very intense, but delightful. I also like the notes, about using the syrup for a drink. The photos were always fabulous, but it just seems even clearer. Great choice of a new home base…
    Blessing to you all for a great week, and in Italian we say, Buona Fortuna! (Good Luck) Dottie 🙂

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  7. Heather says

    Hi Tammy, Catherine and Michael. I love your new look (it’s beautiful!) and congrats on moving to WordPress, how exciting!! Tammy, this is a beautiful post and as a Christian I love what you wrote, very well said. Your rosemary lemon cake looks delish too! May God continue to bless your website and your family. I’ve been wanting to move my blog to WordPress for a few months now, but it’s a lot to figure out. I hope you share with us your experience and tips moving from blogger to WordPress, I’m sure a lot of us would love to read it.

    Congratulations again and many blessings,
    Heather
    MySweetMission.net

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  9. Amelia says

    Hi Catherine, wow… congratulation on your new blog. Look really nice and classy, love the new look.
    And your lemon cake sure look delightful, great to go with a cup of nice tea. Thanks for sharing your recipe. Beautiful presentation. 🙂

    Have a lovely week ahead,regards. God bless.

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  10. Carol Z says

    I am in awe of your new website. The graphics are fabulous and the lead photo is perfectly displayed. You took the leap I’m too scared to take. Congratulations!

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  13. debbie says

    Congratulations on your new website Catherine!!! This cake looks wonderful just like all of your cakes do! Lucky me, I have fresh rosemary growing on my deck…..giving this a try!

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  20. Carol says

    Rosemary is one of my favorite herbs. The cake is lovely and I like the rosemary syrup–sounds great for a lemon drink!

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  22. April J Harris says

    Love your new website design – and it’s wonderful how you all work together 🙂 This is a beautiful cake – I love rosemary and lemon together. Thank you for sharing with us at the Hearth and Soul hop.

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  26. Erlene says

    I’m glad you all work together on this wonderful blog and found your window. There are so many interesting and different recipes to found on here. Thank you for sharing it with us each week on Merry Monday.

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  27. Miz Helen says

    Your Rosemary Lemon Infused Cake is beautiful and would be delicious. Thanks so much for sharing it with Full Plate Thursday. Hope you will come back real soon!
    Miz Helen

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  30. Natasha in Oz says

    This cake looks amazing! I agree with others that it looks too pretty to eat!

    Thanks so much for sharing your recipe at the Say G’Day Saturday linky party. I’ve just pinned this to the Say g’day board!

    Best wishes,
    Natasha in Oz

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  35. Miz Helen says

    Congratulations!
    Your recipe is featured on Full Plate Thursday this week. Hope you have a great weekend and enjoy your new Red Plate!
    Miz Helen

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  36. Audrey says

    This cake is so beautiful. And lemon rosemary is one of my favorite flavor combinations.

    Stopping by from Say G’day Saturday

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  37. Nettie Moore says

    Thank you for partying with us at Simple Supper Tuesday Linky party! Your cake is being featured at Moore or Less Cooking Food Blog! Post goes live tonight at 8pm EST. Please link up with us then! Nettie

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  40. [email protected] Her Looking Glass says

    Beautiful post, beautiful cake. Loved learning more about your dear family. My blog has also been my window….window of joy and hope. I love following Living the Gourmet…. yet another window…. into your family and amazing culinary adventures. Glad to be on this journey with you. And about that gorgeous cake….WOW. Stunning. XO

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  45. Debi @ Life Currents says

    This cake is simply stunning! I can’t wait to try it! And, your new layout is beautiful! I bet it feels good to have switched over to WP. Lovely and beautiful work, as always. I always look forward to checking out your recipes. Simply wonderful! Thanks!

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  47. Camilla says

    Such a beautiful and simple cake and love the flavour combination which I’ve never tried but sounds amazing:-)

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  48. manilaspoon says

    I have never made a cake with rosemary and I have always been intrigued. One look and I know it’s delicious! A must-try!

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