Cornucopia (ornamental)

It starts with preparing a delicious dough that will form the base of the cornucopia. We mix the necessary ingredients until we obtain a homogeneous composition, then let the dough rest for an hour. This stage is crucial as it allows the gluten to develop, resulting in a more elastic and easier to shape dough. In the meantime, we can focus on making the cornucopia from aluminum foil.

To create this cone, we begin by cutting a piece of aluminum foil, which we roll into a simple cone. Then, to provide stability, we add two more layers of foil, ensuring that it can support the weight of the dough while baking. Inside, we place balls of foil to give it a solid structure. It is essential for this cone to be sturdy enough; otherwise, we risk it falling apart during baking.

Once the dough has had time to rest, we roll it out to a thickness of about 0.5 cm. In my experience, a thickness of 1 cm can be too much, so I recommend using a rolling pin to flatten the strips of dough until we reach the desired thickness. The strips are cut to a width of 1.5 cm but can be extended to 2 cm to make working easier. They will be carefully wrapped around the foil, overlapping halfway so that they do not unravel during baking.

For a special touch, a braided band can be added to the tip of the cornucopia, which will give an extra elegance to the final product. After we finish wrapping the dough, we brush everything with a mixture of beaten egg and milk to achieve a golden and appetizing crust. Then, the cornucopia is placed in a preheated oven at 180 degrees Celsius for about 30 minutes. Depending on the oven, it may be necessary to leave the cornucopia to bake longer, so I decided to keep it in the oven for another 10 minutes, totaling 50 minutes of baking.

Once the cornucopia is ready, we let it cool completely, then carefully unwrap the aluminum foil. This can be quite a challenge, but patience will be rewarded with a particularly beautiful and tasty cornucopia. The dough, being very elastic and easy to handle, provides us with the satisfaction of creating an impressive dish. Don’t forget to sprinkle a little flour on the work surface when rolling out the dough to prevent sticking. This recipe will not only delight your taste buds but will also bring a touch of creativity to your kitchen.

 Ingredients: Approximate size: 35cm 750g flour 50ml oil 2 eggs 110ml vinegar 190ml water (add more if necessary, I didn't need to)

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