Gild Chapters 24-29

Two friends eating and drinking their way through Gild –Book 1 of the Plated Prisoner series by Raven Kennedy! SPOILERS FOR BOOKS 1-5 Recipes for food and cocktails mentioned in this episode:Glazed Lemonies! Even Gabby likes it! Ingredients1/2 cup butter {softened}3/4 cup sugar2 eggs1 Tablespoon lemon juice1/4 teaspoon saltzest from 1/2 lemon3/4 cup all-purpose flour Glaze1/2 cup powdered sugar1 Tablespoon lemon juicezest from ½ lemon InstructionsPreheat the oven to 350 degrees.  Prepare an 8x8 squarepan by spraying it with non-stick spray {or lining it with parchment paper}. In a large bowl combine butter, sugar, eggs, lemon juice, salt and zest.  You can mix it by hand or use a hand mixer.  Add flour and mix until just combined. Pour into the prepared pan and spread into an even layer. Bake for 18-22 minutes or until the edges are brown the middle is set.  Do not over bake, you want the texture to be like that of a brownie. Let it cool.While the lemonies are cooling, combine the glazeingredients and whisk them together.  Pour it over the cooled bars and spread out into an even layer over the top. Cut into squares and serve.  Store in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 4 days.Cocktail Pairing: Lemon Basil MartiniDescription: A zesty, herbaceous martini that highlights the citrus notes in the dessert while balancing the creaminess with fresh, light flavors.Ingredients:2 oz vodka1 oz fresh lemon juice0.5 oz simple syrup3-4 fresh basil leavesGarnish: Lemon twist or basil leafInstructions:Muddle the basil leaves in a shaker with the simple syrup.Add vodka, lemon juice, and ice. Shake well.Strain into a martini glass and garnish with a lemon twist or a fresh basil leaf. Mocktail Pairing: Lemon Cream SodaDescription: A creamy, citrusy soda that mirrors the flavors of the dessert while adding a fizzy, fun twist.Ingredients:2 oz fresh lemon juice1 oz vanilla syrup3 oz sparkling water1 oz cream (optional for a richer texture)Garnish: Lemon wheel or zestInstructions:Combine lemon juice and vanilla syrup in a glass with ice.Add cream (if using) and top with sparkling water. Stirgently.Garnish with a lemon wheel or zest. Join our Corks and Cauldron Patreon to enjoy all our content: patreon.com/CorksandCauldronGive us a follow:Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@corksandcauldronTikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@corks.and.cauldronYoutube: @corksandcauldronFacebook: @corksandcauldron Email us your favorite Plated Prisoner theories orquestions: [email protected] Listen to the Corks and Cauldron Podcast on your favoritepodcast platform:Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/05V5Phlkc2n0AdwSLdLRkt?si=3404ad78f0b94d69Amazon- https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/6376cc94-9ac8-407a-8e23-b40c0b8e2d8b/corks-and-cauldronApple- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/corks-and-cauldron/id1790775715  Don't forget to send this podcast to your fellowfantasy/romantasy readers!