Brown Butter and Vanilla Bean Scones

Having been a mother for all of three years, two months and 20 some odd days, I can’t say I’m all that used to the fanfare surrounding Mother’s Day. It used to be the day that I made sure my mom had flowers in a vase and a good breakfast in her tummy, oh and lots of piping hot coffee. I still try to maker my own mother’s special day extraordinary, but I have my own kids now and a husband who makes sure that “my day” is bright and relaxing.

Having all the mothers, grandmothers, mother-in-laws and fellow breeders children lovers in one house does make it easier. As much as I love to go out to those fantastic all you can eat gourmet buffets, my waistline appreciates a little more laid back approach these days.

Last year I was treated to a fantastically simple breakfast in bed. There was fresh fruit, hot coffee and toad in the hole (or egg in a basket…) and I propped it all up on my 9-month preggo belly and consumed it all in peaceful silence while Adrian kept Cohen entertained for half an hour. It was fantastic and memorable and simple, I loved it.

This year there is more to do, what with the fresh move under our belts, a house half unpacked and the presence of not just my mother but Adrian’s as well, plus the two kids, husbands, dog, chickens, hamster…you get the idea. It will be hectic and noisy and wild and awesome.

We’ve been home from our big trip to Calgary for all of three days and I’ve yet to unpack. There are boxes everywhere, furniture ripped apart and halfway sanded or painted. There are baby chickens in my studio ( a lot of them) and there are so many things that need to be done. But for this weekend, our last before Adrian returns to work, I shall just relax and enjoy what life brings me.

I hope you have a wonderful Mother’s Day, whether you are cooking for everyone or are being blissfully cooked for. Adding these simple scones to the table will make everyone happy. They are sweet and salty and bursting with that floral aroma of vanilla but also the toasty nuttiness of brown butter. Perfect alongside a table of other treats that mom can pick at all day long or even served as breakfast in bed alongside a hot cup of coffee and some fresh cut fruit. Whatever you are doing this Sunday, make sure to take a minute out of your busy day and just say thanks to your Mom, you know she’ll appreciate it.

Happy Mother’s Day!

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