Summer Peach, Basil & Cheddar Muffins

Description Nothing says summer like a ripe, juicy peach and fresh fragrant basil. I love pairing fruits with cheese, and these were inspired by apple cheddar muffins my mom used to make. These savory sidekicks have just a hint of sweetness and make the perfect addition to your summer brunch table! Ingredients 4 fresh peaches, … Read more

Apricot Raisin Loaf

Description This is a great flavorful loaf with plenty of fruits. Wait a day or two before cutting so it will be easy to cut. It will also have a better flavor. Ingredients ¼ cup margarine ¾ cup packed brown sugar 2 eggs 1 cup orange juice 2 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking powder … Read more

Helter Skelter Sweet Rolls

Description This is a simple cinnamon recipe that my mom likes to call ‘Helter Skelter.’ She got this from a coworker in Norfolk, NE in 1976. It’s called ‘Helter Skelter’ because you tear two loaves of frozen bread dough and place it ‘helter skelter’ in the baking pan. Ingredients ½ cup chopped walnuts (Optional) ½ … Read more

Buttermilk Seed Bread

Description A soft and chewy bread that’s both tangy and wholesome. Four different seeds and whole wheat flour give this bread a hearty texture. Ingredients 1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast 1 teaspoon white sugar ¾ cup warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C) 1 ½ cups buttermilk 2 tablespoons margarine, melted 3 tablespoons honey … Read more

Christmas Tea Ring

Description Our family makes a lot of these every Christmas, some to give away, some for Christmas breakfast. Ingredients 1 (1 pound) loaf frozen bread dough, thawed ¼ cup butter, softened ½ cup brown sugar 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 cup confectioners’ sugar 1 tablespoon milk 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Instructions … Read more

Healthier Fresh Strawberry Muffins

Description This is my two-year-old’s favorite fresh strawberry muffin recipe! While it’s a sweet muffin, the ingredients are healthy enough that I feel good about giving her one for breakfast. They only last a couple of days fresh, but freeze beautifully – I usually put half in the freezer right away and enjoy them for … Read more

Quick Bread Mix

Description Bulk mix suitable for quick breads and/or muffins. These are great baked in mini pans for an assortment on trays for gifts. I also bake a lot for fall bake sales. Three cups of mix makes one large or two medium loaves. Add 1 cup pureed cooked vegetable or fruit such as pumpkin, winter … Read more

Whole Wheat Bagels

Description These yummy bagels can be made starting in the bread maker and are so simple you will wonder why you haven’t been making your own bagels all along. Ingredients 1 cup water 2 tablespoons honey 4 teaspoons vital wheat gluten 1 teaspoon salt 1 ¾ teaspoons yeast 3 cups whole wheat flour 1 tablespoon cornmeal … Read more