The Smoked Stone & Salt Crumble

The dirty rock and the salt broke

Oh, stones and stones! My grandfather, himself a miner, told me stories about ancient minerals, how they contained the energy of the earth. It is true comfort, a connection with something infinite. I've spent my life perfecting my craft, and the secret to good pressure isn't just about the ingredients, it's about *feeling* the ground beneath your toes.

This strain has a bit of that feeling: a warm, dirty, salty hug. I prefer it since I tried it on granite chips picked with my grandfather.

Let's get started!

• Ingredients - for a mountain heart

  1. 200 g of good quality granulated sugar
  2. 150 g oat flour (preferably gluten-free, for a rustic touch)
  3. 100g walnuts (or pecans, if you're a little less adventurous)
  4. 50 g smoked salt (important, don't save!)
  5. 50 g cold butter, cut into cubes
  6. 1 teaspoon cinnamon powder
  7. 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  8. 1 tablespoon of lemon juice
  9. 1 tablespoon of olive oil
  10. A few sprigs of fresh thyme

• Instructions - Excavate the earth

  1. Heat the oven to 180°C (350°F).

  Grease an 8x8 inch baking pan. You want to make a crust with a beautiful texture! (A little olive oil is your friend here)

  In a large bowl, combine the oats, walnuts, seasoned salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice and olive oil. Mix well, making sure the nuts are well covered with salt. Don't be shy about the salt, it's the heart of the dream!

  Add the cold cubes of butter to the dry ingredients. Using a pastry blender or your fingers (work quickly!), cut the butter into the mixture until it resembles large crumbs. Think of it as shaping the soil in a rough landscape.

  Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish.

Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the edges are lightly browned. Don't open the oven while baking - you want that beautiful crust!

• Delivery tips: comfortable home

  1. Serve warm, ideally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream (or some crème fraîche!).
  2. An extra pinch of smoked salt before serving - finish!
  3. Honey drizzle, if you feel really decadent.
  4. Combine it with a cup of hot tea, perfect for a pleasant evening.

Remember that the true beauty of this crumble is its simplicity, its connection with the earth. Let your hands and soul warm.

Now tell me: What is your favorite stone or rocks? Let's talk about the history of minerals! (It's a long story.)