Healthier Amish Friendship Bread Starter

Description Make something extra special to share with a friend! This delicious starter is healthier than the original version and can be used to make a variety of healthful breads. (Do not use metal containers or utensils.) Ingredients 1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast ¼ cup warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C) 1 … Read more

Sally Lunn Bread

Description A sweet, rich dinner bread my mother introduced to me many Thanksgivings ago. Ingredients 1 cup milk ½ cup butter ¼ cup water 3 ½ cups unbleached all-purpose flour ½ cup honey 3 eggs, beaten 2 (.25 ounce) packages active dry yeast 2 teaspoons salt 1 teaspoon vanilla extract ½ teaspoon almond extract Prep Time: … Read more

Buttermilk Biscuits II

Description These biscuits are moist and crumbly and rich. Their delicate texture comes from the lack of handling and the wetness of the dough. Ingredients 2 cups self-rising flour ¼ cup white sugar ½ teaspoon salt ¼ cup shortening ⅔ cup heavy cream 1 cup buttermilk 1 tablespoon butter, melted Instructions Preheat oven to 425 … Read more

Tarradls (Italian Pepper Rings)

Description These go great with Italian sauce dishes, we eat them also as a snack like pretzels! The recipe was given to me from a great Italian cook! Ingredients 2 cups warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C) 1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast 1 cup olive oil 1 tablespoon salt 7 cups all-purpose … Read more

Blueberry Almond Scones

Description These soft scones made with fresh blueberries, almonds, and citrus zest are the perfect companion for your favorite tea or just great alone. Ingredients 2 tablespoons fresh blueberries 2 tablespoons blueberry preserves 1 tablespoon pomegranate juice 5 tablespoons unsalted butter ¾ cup white sugar 1 egg ⅓ cup milk 1 teaspoon almond extract 2 … Read more

Molasses Spice Muffins

Description These muffins are very moist and full of spice. Whole wheat flour adds fiber without taking away any flavor. Try these for breakfast or a wholesome snack. Ingredients ½ cup butter, softened ½ cup white sugar 2 eggs ½ cup molasses 1 cup whole wheat flour 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon … Read more

Crispy Cinnamon Rollups

Description These are those wonderful little breads filled with cream cheese, rolled in a cinnamon sugar mixture, frozen and then baked. Very quick! Wonderful for a baby shower or bridal shower, and ever so easy! They are not, however, a diet food! Ingredients 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 ½ cups white sugar 1 cup margarine, softened … Read more

Pepperoni-Provolone Bread

Description This is my mom’s recipe that’s been in our family for 30+ years. It is a hit everywhere and is literally the first dish gone. I make it for potlucks, holidays, football games, or a meal/appetizer at home. Although I consider this a somewhat advanced recipe, it is easy to master. It is my … Read more

Chocolate Chip Sourdough Muffins

Description Yummy muffins made with a sourdough starter, just the way my grandmother (a professional baker) taught me. Ingredients 1 ½ cups sourdough starter 1 egg, beaten ⅓ cup milk 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon salt 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour ½ cup white sugar 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 cup milk … Read more