Wild Grape Starter

Description Use unwashed, organically grown red or purple grapes for this recipe. The white powder found on the skins of the grapes is yeast. If you wish, you can switch to bread flour on the 5th day. The starter is fully active and ready to use in 9 days. Ingredients 1 pound grapes 1 cup … Read more

Treacle Scones from England

Description English treacle (molasses) scones are a tasty breakfast treat. Serve with marmalade or jelly. Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour ½ teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon cream of tartar ½ teaspoon cinnamon ½ teaspoon mixed spice 2 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons castor sugar or superfine sugar 1 tablespoon dark molasses or treacle … Read more

Easy Cheddar Biscuits with Fresh Herbs

Description These are great with a hearty meal like stew. Substitute parsley or basil for rosemary, if you like. Ingredients 2 ¼ cups all-purpose baking mix ½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped ¼ cup sour cream 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard ⅓ cup milk 1 egg, lightly beaten Prep Time: 15 mins Cook … Read more

Cute Cranberry Tangerine Muffins

Description When my dad brought home a bag of cute little tangerines, I needed a way to use them up quickly, so I composed this yummy, crumbly muffin recipe filled with loads of tangerine sweetness and just enough cranberry tartness! Ingredients 1 cup dried cranberries ¼ cup fresh tangerine juice 2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour … Read more

Hearty Whole Grain Muffins

Description These muffins are delicious. My very, very picky son loves them for breakfast and doesn’t even realize they are full of good things for him. You can easily substitute the grains in the recipe for whatever you prefer or have on hand. Ingredients ½ cup raisins 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 cup whole wheat … Read more

Parmesan Herb Bread

Description This bread is excellent when sliced, topped with shredded Mozzarella cheese and a layer of sliced pepperoni, and baked in the oven until the cheese melts. Ingredients 2 cups warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C) 2 tablespoons margarine, softened 1 ½ tablespoons dried oregano 2 tablespoons white sugar 4 ½ teaspoons active dry yeast ½ … Read more

Soft Pretzels II

Description Salted or seeded, these make a great snack. Ingredients 1 teaspoon white sugar ¼ cup warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C) 1 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast 1 ½ cups warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C) 4 ½ cups all-purpose flour ½ teaspoon salt 1 egg 1 teaspoon water 2 tablespoons kosher salt 1 tablespoon … Read more

White Chocolate Bread

Description Sweet white bread with a hint of cinnamon. We usually serve it for breakfast Ingredients ¼ cup warm water 1 cup warm milk 1 egg ¼ cup butter, softened 3 cups bread flour 2 tablespoons brown sugar 2 tablespoons white sugar 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 (.25 ounce) package active dry … Read more

Chocolate Cake Doughnuts

Description Haven’t you always wanted to make donuts at home? Try this recipe for chocolate cake donuts with icing to scratch that itch. Ingredients 1 ½ cups white sugar 1 teaspoon baking soda 2 eggs ½ teaspoon salt 4 tablespoons butter 3 (1 ounce) squares unsweetened chocolate 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract 1 cup buttermilk 3 ½ cups … Read more

Cranberry Orange Wheat Scones

Description These scones are a delicious and nutritious snack that is wonderful when warm with some butter. They are also good for freezing, on the go eating and they’ll be sure to please guests who stop by. Yummy! Ingredients 2 ⅓ cups whole wheat flour ½ cup wheat germ ¼ cup packed brown sugar 4 teaspoons … Read more