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Saturday, August 27, 2016

marzipan christmas kringle (juleskringle)

Ingredients

  • Servings: 1
  • 1/2 cup warm milk
  • 1 tablespoon white sugar
  • 1 (.25 ounce) envelope active dry yeast
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1 (8 ounce) can almond paste
  • 1/2 cup crushed sliced almonds
  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 1 egg white, beaten
  • 1/2 cup sliced almonds

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Ready Time: 15 hrs

  • in a small bowl, stir together the milk and sugar. sprinkle the yeast over the top and let stand for 10 minutes to dissolve. stir in cream.
  • in a separate bowl, stir together the flour, sugar, salt and cardamom. cut in the butter using a pastry blender or pinching with your fingers until it is a course mealy texture. stir in the yeast mixture until well blended. pat into a ball, flatten slightly, then wrap in plastic wrap. refrigerate for 12 to 24 hours.
  • to make the filling, mix the almond paste, almonds, sugar, cinnamon and almond extract using an electric mixer until evenly blended. it may be crumbly.
  • roll the chilled dough out into a 2 inch wide and 24 inch long rectangle. spread the filling to within 2 inches of the sides and roll up into a tube. cover your work surface with sugar, and roll the tube of dough in the sugar to coat thoroughly. roll and stretch the dough out to form a long rope about 40 inches long. place on a parchment lined baking sheet and shape into a pretzel shape.
  • brush the top of the pretzel with egg white and sprinkle with almonds. cover loosely with a towel and let rise for 45 minutes.
  • preheat the oven to 375 degrees f (190 degrees c). bake the kringle in the preheated oven until golden brown, 25 to 30 minutes. cut into slices to serve.

Homesteader Cornbread

Ingredients

  • Servings: 1
  • 1 1/2 cups cornmeal
  • 2 1/2 cups milk
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2/3 cup white sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Ready Time: 50 mins

  • preheat oven to 400 degrees f (200 degrees c). in a small bowl, combine cornmeal and milk; let stand for 5 minutes. grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  • in a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt and sugar. mix in the cornmeal mixture, eggs and oil until smooth. pour batter into prepared pan.
  • bake in preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a knife inserted into the center of the cornbread comes out clean.

sweet dinner rolls

Ingredients

  • Servings: 16
  • 1/2 cup warm water (110 degrees f/45 degrees c)
  • 1/2 cup warm milk
  • 1 egg
  • 1/3 cup butter, softened
  • 1/3 cup white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 3 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast
  • 1/4 cup butter, softened

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 2 hrs 20 mins

  • place water, milk, egg, 1/3 cup butter, sugar, salt, flour and yeast in the pan of the bread machine in the order recommended by the manufacturer. select dough/knead and first rise cycle; press start.
  • when cycle finishes, turn dough out a lightly floured surface. divide dough in half. roll each half into a 12 inch circle, spread 1/4 cup softened butter over entire round. cut each circle into 8 wedges. roll wedges starting at wide end; roll gently but tightly. place point side down on ungreased cookie sheet. cover with clean kitchen towel and put in a warm place, let rise 1 hour. meanwhile, preheat oven to 400 degrees f (200 degrees c).
  • bake in preheated oven for 10 to 15 minutes, until golden.

Banana Sour Cream Bread

Ingredients

  • Servings: 4
  • 1/4 cup white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 3/4 cup butter
  • 3 cups white sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 6 very ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1 (16 ounce) container sour cream
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3 teaspoons baking soda
  • 4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 1 hr

    Ready Time: 1 hr 10 mins

  • preheat oven to 300 degrees f (150 degrees c). grease four 7x3 inch loaf pans. in a small bowl, stir together 1/4 cup white sugar and 1 teaspoon cinnamon. dust pans lightly with cinnamon and sugar mixture.
  • in a large bowl, cream butter and 3 cups sugar. mix in eggs, mashed bananas, sour cream, vanilla and cinnamon. mix in salt, baking soda and flour. stir in nuts. divide into prepared pans.
  • bake for 1 hour, until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.

grandma's gingerbread pancakes

Ingredients

  • Servings: 10
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground dried ginger
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup molasses
  • 1 1/2 cups water

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 25 mins

  • whisk the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ginger, and cinnamon in a bowl; set aside. beat the egg in a separate mixing bowl with the vanilla and molasses until smooth. whisk in the water until completely incorporated. stir the flour mixture into the molasses mixture until just combined -- a few lumps are okay.
  • heat a lightly oiled griddle over medium-high heat. drop batter by large spoonfuls the griddle, and cook until form and the edges are dry. flip, and cook until browned on the other side. repeat with remaining batter.

welsh cakes

Ingredients

  • Servings: 4
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 4 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 6 tablespoons butter, softened
  • 6 tablespoons lard
  • 1 1/2 cups white sugar
  • 2 cups raisins
  • 4 eggs
  • 8 tablespoons milk

Recipe

  • sift flour, baking powder and salt into bowl. put in butter and lard and mix until resembles fine breadcrumbs. stir in sugar and currants or raisins. beat the eggs lightly and add to flour mixture with just enough milk to make a firm dough similar to shortcrust pastry.
  • chill dough 1 to 2 hours.
  • roll the dough to 1/4 inch on floured surface and cut with 3 inch rounds. bake the cakes on a greased griddle or frying pan (i use my electric skillet with just a little non-stick spray) over low heat until golden brown. cool and sprinkle with sugar. these also freeze well.

Pineapple Casserole I

Ingredients

  • Servings: 4
  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 3 eggs, beaten
  • 1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple with juice
  • 3 slices white bread, cut into cubes
  • 6 tablespoons butter

Recipe

  • preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). grease a 1 quart baking dish.
  • in a small bowl, mix together the sugar, flour and salt.
  • add eggs, pineapple and juice. mix well.
  • pour into baking dish, top with bread cubes and dot with butter. bake for 45 minutes or until top is golden brown.

double tomato bruschetta

Ingredients

  • Servings: 12
  • 6 roma (plum) tomatoes, chopped
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, packed in oil
  • 3 cloves minced garlic
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, stems removed
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 french baguette
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 7 mins Ready Time: 35 mins

  • preheat the oven on broiler setting.
  • in a large bowl, combine the roma tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, vinegar, basil, salt, and pepper. allow the mixture to sit for 10 minutes.
  • cut the baguette into 3/4-inch slices. on a baking sheet, arrange the baguette slices in a single layer. broil for 1 to 2 minutes, until slightly brown.
  • divide the tomato mixture evenly over the baguette slices. top the slices with mozzarella cheese.
  • broil for 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.

grandma's gingerbread pancakes

Ingredients

  • Servings: 10
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground dried ginger
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup molasses
  • 1 1/2 cups water

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 25 mins

  • whisk the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ginger, and cinnamon in a bowl; set aside. beat the egg in a separate mixing bowl with the vanilla and molasses until smooth. whisk in the water until completely incorporated. stir the flour mixture into the molasses mixture until just combined -- a few lumps are okay.
  • heat a lightly oiled griddle over medium-high heat. drop batter by large spoonfuls the griddle, and cook until form and the edges are dry. flip, and cook until browned on the other side. repeat with remaining batter.

Grandmother's Buttermilk Cornbread

Ingredients

  • Servings: 9
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 2/3 cup white sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 40 mins Ready Time: 55 mins

  • preheat oven to 375 degrees f (175 degrees c). grease an 8 inch square pan.
  • melt butter in large skillet. remove from heat and stir in sugar. quickly add eggs and beat until well blended. combine buttermilk with baking soda and stir into mixture in pan. stir in cornmeal, flour, and salt until well blended and few lumps remain. pour batter into the prepared pan.
  • bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Naan

Ingredients

  • Servings: 14
  • 1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast
  • 1 cup warm water
  • 1/4 cup white sugar
  • 3 tablespoons milk
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 4 1/2 cups bread flour
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic (optional)
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 7 mins Ready Time: 3 hrs

  • in a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. let stand about 10 minutes, until frothy. stir in sugar, milk, egg, salt, and enough flour to make a soft dough. knead for 6 to 8 minutes on a lightly floured surface, or until smooth. place dough in a well oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and set aside to rise. let it rise 1 hour, until the dough has doubled in volume.
  • punch down dough, and knead in garlic. pinch off small handfuls of dough about the size of a golf ball. roll into balls, and place on a tray. cover with a towel, and allow to rise until doubled in size, about 30 minutes.
  • during the second rising, preheat grill to high heat.
  • at grill side, roll one ball of dough out into a thin circle. lightly oil grill. place dough on grill, and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, or until puffy and lightly browned. brush uncooked side with butter, and turn over. brush cooked side with butter, and cook until browned, another 2 to 4 minutes. remove from grill, and continue the process until all the naan has been prepared.

Janet's Rich Banana Bread

Ingredients

  • Servings: 1
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
  • 2 medium bananas, sliced

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 1 hr

    Ready Time: 1 hr 10 mins

  • preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  • in a large bowl, stir together the melted butter and sugar. add the eggs and vanilla, mix well. combine the flour, baking soda and salt, stir into the butter mixture until smooth. finally, fold in the sour cream, walnuts and bananas. spread evenly into the prepared pan.
  • bake at 350 degrees f (175 degrees c) for 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean. cool loaf in the pan for 10 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.

Friday, August 26, 2016

Amish White Bread

Ingredients

  • Servings: 2
  • 2 cups warm water (110 degrees f/45 degrees c)
  • 2/3 cup white sugar
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons active dry yeast
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 6 cups bread flour

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 40 mins Ready Time: 2 hrs 30 mins

  • in a large bowl, dissolve the sugar in warm water, and then stir in yeast. allow to proof until yeast resembles a creamy foam.
  • mix salt and oil into the yeast. mix in flour one cup at a time. knead dough on a lightly floured surface until smooth. place in a well oiled bowl, and turn dough to coat. cover with a damp cloth. allow to rise until doubled in bulk, about 1 hour.
  • punch dough down. knead for a few minutes, and divide in half. shape into loaves, and place into two well oiled 9x5 inch loaf pans. allow to rise for 30 minutes, or until dough has risen 1 inch above pans.
  • bake at 350 degrees f (175 degrees c) for 30 minutes.

marzipan christmas kringle (juleskringle)

Ingredients

  • Servings: 1
  • 1/2 cup warm milk
  • 1 tablespoon white sugar
  • 1 (.25 ounce) envelope active dry yeast
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1 (8 ounce) can almond paste
  • 1/2 cup crushed sliced almonds
  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 1 egg white, beaten
  • 1/2 cup sliced almonds

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Ready Time: 15 hrs

  • in a small bowl, stir together the milk and sugar. sprinkle the yeast over the top and let stand for 10 minutes to dissolve. stir in cream.
  • in a separate bowl, stir together the flour, sugar, salt and cardamom. cut in the butter using a pastry blender or pinching with your fingers until it is a course mealy texture. stir in the yeast mixture until well blended. pat into a ball, flatten slightly, then wrap in plastic wrap. refrigerate for 12 to 24 hours.
  • to make the filling, mix the almond paste, almonds, sugar, cinnamon and almond extract using an electric mixer until evenly blended. it may be crumbly.
  • roll the chilled dough out into a 2 inch wide and 24 inch long rectangle. spread the filling to within 2 inches of the sides and roll up into a tube. cover your work surface with sugar, and roll the tube of dough in the sugar to coat thoroughly. roll and stretch the dough out to form a long rope about 40 inches long. place on a parchment lined baking sheet and shape into a pretzel shape.
  • brush the top of the pretzel with egg white and sprinkle with almonds. cover loosely with a towel and let rise for 45 minutes.
  • preheat the oven to 375 degrees f (190 degrees c). bake the kringle in the preheated oven until golden brown, 25 to 30 minutes. cut into slices to serve.

Mom's Zucchini Bread

Ingredients

  • Servings: 2
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 3 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 1/4 cups white sugar
  • 3 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups grated zucchini
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 1 hr

    Ready Time: 1 hr 40 mins

  • grease and flour two 8 x 4 inch pans. preheat oven to 325 degrees f (165 degrees c).
  • sift flour, salt, baking powder, soda, and cinnamon together in a bowl.
  • beat eggs, oil, vanilla, and sugar together in a large bowl. add sifted ingredients to the creamed mixture, and beat well. stir in zucchini and nuts until well combined. pour batter into prepared pans.
  • bake for 40 to 60 minutes, or until tester inserted in the center comes out clean. cool in pan on rack for 20 minutes. remove bread from pan, and completely cool.

sweet dinner rolls

Ingredients

  • Servings: 16
  • 1/2 cup warm water (110 degrees f/45 degrees c)
  • 1/2 cup warm milk
  • 1 egg
  • 1/3 cup butter, softened
  • 1/3 cup white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 3 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast
  • 1/4 cup butter, softened

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 2 hrs 20 mins

  • place water, milk, egg, 1/3 cup butter, sugar, salt, flour and yeast in the pan of the bread machine in the order recommended by the manufacturer. select dough/knead and first rise cycle; press start.
  • when cycle finishes, turn dough out a lightly floured surface. divide dough in half. roll each half into a 12 inch circle, spread 1/4 cup softened butter over entire round. cut each circle into 8 wedges. roll wedges starting at wide end; roll gently but tightly. place point side down on ungreased cookie sheet. cover with clean kitchen towel and put in a warm place, let rise 1 hour. meanwhile, preheat oven to 400 degrees f (200 degrees c).
  • bake in preheated oven for 10 to 15 minutes, until golden.

Bread Pudding Ii

Ingredients

  • Servings: 1
  • 6 slices day-old bread
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 1/2 cup raisins (optional)
  • 4 eggs, beaten
  • 2 cups milk
  • 3/4 cup white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 45 mins Ready Time: 1 hr 15 mins

  • preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
  • break bread into small pieces into an 8 inch square baking pan. drizzle melted butter or margarine over bread. if desired, sprinkle with raisins.
  • in a medium mixing bowl, combine eggs, milk, sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla. beat until well mixed. pour over bread, and lightly push down with a fork until bread is covered and soaking up the egg mixture.
  • bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until the top springs back when lightly tapped.

Amish White Bread

Ingredients

  • Servings: 2
  • 2 cups warm water (110 degrees f/45 degrees c)
  • 2/3 cup white sugar
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons active dry yeast
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 6 cups bread flour

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 40 mins Ready Time: 2 hrs 30 mins

  • in a large bowl, dissolve the sugar in warm water, and then stir in yeast. allow to proof until yeast resembles a creamy foam.
  • mix salt and oil into the yeast. mix in flour one cup at a time. knead dough on a lightly floured surface until smooth. place in a well oiled bowl, and turn dough to coat. cover with a damp cloth. allow to rise until doubled in bulk, about 1 hour.
  • punch dough down. knead for a few minutes, and divide in half. shape into loaves, and place into two well oiled 9x5 inch loaf pans. allow to rise for 30 minutes, or until dough has risen 1 inch above pans.
  • bake at 350 degrees f (175 degrees c) for 30 minutes.

christmas stollen

Ingredients

  • Servings: 1
  • 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
  • 2/3 cup warm milk (110 degrees f/45 degrees c)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/3 cup white sugar
  • 1/2 tablespoon salt
  • 1/3 cup butter, softened
  • 2 1/2 cups bread flour
  • 1/3 cup currants
  • 1/3 cup sultana raisins
  • 1/3 cup red candied cherries, quartered
  • 2/3 cup diced candied citron
  • 6 ounces marzipan
  • 1 tablespoon confectioners' sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 50 mins Ready Time: 3 hrs

  • in a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm milk. let stand until creamy, about 10 minutes.
  • in a large bowl, combine the yeast mixture with the egg, white sugar, salt, butter, and 2 cups bread flour; beat well. add the remaining flour, 1/4 cup at a time, stirring well after each addition. when the dough has begun to pull together, turn it out a lightly floured surface, and knead in the currants, raisins, dried cherries, and citrus peel. continue kneading until smooth, about 8 minutes.
  • lightly oil a large bowl, place the dough in the bowl, and turn to coat with oil. cover with a damp cloth and let rise in a warm place until doubled in volume, about 1 hour.
  • lightly grease a cookie sheet. deflate the dough and turn it out a lightly floured surface. roll the marzipan into a rope and place it in the center of the dough. fold the dough over to cover it; pinch the seams together to seal. place the loaf, seam side down, on the prepared baking sheet. cover with a damp cloth and let rise until doubled in volume, about 40 minutes. meanwhile, preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
  • bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, then reduce heat to 300 degrees f (150 degrees c), and bake for a further 30 to 40 minutes, or until golden brown. allow loaf to cool on a wire rack. dust the cooled loaf with confectioners' sugar, and sprinkle with the cinnamon.

banana banana bread

Ingredients

  • Servings: 1
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 2 1/3 cups mashed overripe bananas

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 1 hr 5 mins

    Ready Time: 1 hr 20 mins

  • preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  • in a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda and salt. in a separate bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar. stir in eggs and mashed bananas until well blended. stir banana mixture into flour mixture; stir just to moisten. pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
  • bake in preheated oven for 60 to 65 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into center of the loaf comes out clean. let bread cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out a wire rack.

christmas stollen

Ingredients

  • Servings: 1
  • 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
  • 2/3 cup warm milk (110 degrees f/45 degrees c)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/3 cup white sugar
  • 1/2 tablespoon salt
  • 1/3 cup butter, softened
  • 2 1/2 cups bread flour
  • 1/3 cup currants
  • 1/3 cup sultana raisins
  • 1/3 cup red candied cherries, quartered
  • 2/3 cup diced candied citron
  • 6 ounces marzipan
  • 1 tablespoon confectioners' sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 50 mins Ready Time: 3 hrs

  • in a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm milk. let stand until creamy, about 10 minutes.
  • in a large bowl, combine the yeast mixture with the egg, white sugar, salt, butter, and 2 cups bread flour; beat well. add the remaining flour, 1/4 cup at a time, stirring well after each addition. when the dough has begun to pull together, turn it out a lightly floured surface, and knead in the currants, raisins, dried cherries, and citrus peel. continue kneading until smooth, about 8 minutes.
  • lightly oil a large bowl, place the dough in the bowl, and turn to coat with oil. cover with a damp cloth and let rise in a warm place until doubled in volume, about 1 hour.
  • lightly grease a cookie sheet. deflate the dough and turn it out a lightly floured surface. roll the marzipan into a rope and place it in the center of the dough. fold the dough over to cover it; pinch the seams together to seal. place the loaf, seam side down, on the prepared baking sheet. cover with a damp cloth and let rise until doubled in volume, about 40 minutes. meanwhile, preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
  • bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, then reduce heat to 300 degrees f (150 degrees c), and bake for a further 30 to 40 minutes, or until golden brown. allow loaf to cool on a wire rack. dust the cooled loaf with confectioners' sugar, and sprinkle with the cinnamon.

Shahi Tukri (sweet Fried Bread)

Ingredients

  • Servings: 10
  • 1 quart cooking oil
  • 5 slices white bread, quartered
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
  • 2 tablespoons cream
  • 2 tablespoons chopped pistachio nuts

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 2 hrs 20 mins

  • heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
  • fry bread pieces in batches till deep golden brown. set aside on a plate lined with paper towels to drain.
  • stir the water and sugar together in a small pan; bring to a boil. stir the cardamom into the water, reduce the heat to low, and simmer another 2 to 3 minutes. dip the fried bread pieces in the liquid for 2 to 3 minutes. arrange the bread in a single layer in a flat-bottomed serving dish.
  • drizzle the cream over the bread pieces, and top with the pistachio nuts. chill at least 2 hours before serving.

Janet's Rich Banana Bread

Ingredients

  • Servings: 1
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
  • 2 medium bananas, sliced

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 1 hr

    Ready Time: 1 hr 10 mins

  • preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  • in a large bowl, stir together the melted butter and sugar. add the eggs and vanilla, mix well. combine the flour, baking soda and salt, stir into the butter mixture until smooth. finally, fold in the sour cream, walnuts and bananas. spread evenly into the prepared pan.
  • bake at 350 degrees f (175 degrees c) for 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean. cool loaf in the pan for 10 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.

banana banana bread

Ingredients

  • Servings: 1
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 2 1/3 cups mashed overripe bananas

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 1 hr 5 mins

    Ready Time: 1 hr 20 mins

  • preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  • in a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda and salt. in a separate bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar. stir in eggs and mashed bananas until well blended. stir banana mixture into flour mixture; stir just to moisten. pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
  • bake in preheated oven for 60 to 65 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into center of the loaf comes out clean. let bread cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out a wire rack.

And Eggnog Kugelhopf

Ingredients

  • Servings: 1
  • 1 cup dried currants
  • 3 tablespoons
  • 1 cup eggnog
  • 3 1/2 cups bread flour, divided
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons instant yeast
  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 1 cup butter
  • 3 eggs
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup sliced almonds, for garnish
  • 2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar, for dusting

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 50 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Ready Time: 13 hrs

  • soak currants in overnight.
  • in a saucepan, heat the eggnog to a boil. pour it into a large bowl and add 1 1/2 cups of bread flour. mix until smooth and let the mixture cool to 110 degrees f (43 degrees c) or just warm to the touch. add the instant yeast and mix until blended. cover the bowl with plastic wrap and allow to rise until doubled, 20 to 30 minutes.
  • in the bowl of an electric mixer, beat the sugar and butter together until smooth. beat in the eggs one at a time. stir in the salt and cinnamon. pour the egg mixture into the dough and mix until smooth. gradually add the remaining 2 cups of bread flour and mix for 3 minutes. the dough will be very sticky. stir in the currants, cover the bowl with plastic wrap, and allow it to rest for 20 minutes.
  • lightly grease a kugelhopf mold or bundt pan. sprinkle the bottom of the pan with sliced almonds. carefully add the dough mixture and cover with plastic wrap. let the dough rise until doubled, 1 to 1 1/2 hours.
  • preheat an oven to 375 degrees f (190 degrees c).
  • bake the kugelhopf in the preheated oven until the loaf is deep golden brown and the bottom of the loaf sounds hollow when tapped, 30 to 35 minutes. invert the loaf a wire rack to cool. dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Grandmother's Buttermilk Cornbread

Ingredients

  • Servings: 9
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 2/3 cup white sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 40 mins Ready Time: 55 mins

  • preheat oven to 375 degrees f (175 degrees c). grease an 8 inch square pan.
  • melt butter in large skillet. remove from heat and stir in sugar. quickly add eggs and beat until well blended. combine buttermilk with baking soda and stir into mixture in pan. stir in cornmeal, flour, and salt until well blended and few lumps remain. pour batter into the prepared pan.
  • bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

chinese steamed buns

Ingredients

  • Servings: 24
  • 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
  • 1 teaspoon white sugar
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/2 cup warm water
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons white sugar
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Ready Time: 4 hrs

  • mix together yeast, 1 teaspoon sugar, 1/4 cup flour, and 1/4 cup warm water. allow to stand for 30 minutes.
  • mix in 1/2 cup warm water, flour, salt, 2 tablespoons sugar, and vegetable oil. knead until dough surface is smooth and elastic. roll over in a greased bowl, and let stand until triple in size, about 2 1/2 to 3 hours.
  • punch down dough, and spread out on a floured board. sprinkle baking powder evenly on surface, and knead for 5 minutes. divide dough into 2 parts, and place the piece you are not working with in a covered bowl. divide each half into 12 parts. shape each part into a ball with smooth surface up. put each ball on a wax paper square. let stand covered until double, about 30 minutes.
  • bring water to a boil in wok, and reduce heat to medium; the water should still be boiling. place steam-plate on a small wire rack in the middle of the wok. transfer as many buns on wax paper as will comfortably fit steam-plate leaving 1 to 2 inches between the buns. at least 2 inches space should be left between steam-plate and the wok. cover wok with lid. steam buns over boiling water for 15 minutes.
  • remove lid before you turn off heat, or else water will drip back bun surface and produce yellowish "blisters" on bun surfaces. continue steaming batches of buns until all are cooked.

grandma's unbaked irish soda bread

Ingredients

  • Servings: 8
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 cups buttermilk, or as needed

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Ready Time: 40 mins

  • preheat an electric griddle or fry pan to medium-high, about 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). stir the flour, salt, baking powder, and baking soda together in a large bowl until well combined.
  • stir in the buttermilk, 1/2 cup at a time, until the mixture forms a very sticky ball of dough. turn the dough out a well-floured surface, and knead gently 8 to 10 times. pat the dough into a circle about 1 1/2 inch thick, and cut the circle into quarters.
  • place the wedges the preheated griddle and cook until the bottom is golden brown, about 15 minutes; turn over and cook the other side until golden, another 10 to 15 minutes. a toothpick inserted into the center of a wedge should come out clean. stand the wedges on a wire rack to cool, then cut each wedge in half and slice horizontally for serving.

Magaricz

Ingredients

  • Servings: 10
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 large eggplant, peeled and coarsely chopped
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, cut into thin strips
  • 1 green bell pepper, cut into thin strips
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 1 cup coarsely shredded carrot
  • salt to taste
  • crushed red pepper flakes

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 40 mins Ready Time: 2 hrs

  • place eggplant in a colander, lightly salt, and leave to drain for about 45 minutes.
  • heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. add eggplant, red and green bell peppers, onion, and carrot; stir to coat. reduce heat to low, and cook for 40 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until mixture resembles the consistency of coarse jam. season to taste with salt and red pepper flakes.
  • cover, and chill at least 1 hour. serve chilled as a condiment with your favorite bread or crackers.

marinara dipping sauce

Ingredients

  • Servings: 4
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 5 tomatoes, peeled and finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon white sugar
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 2 teaspoons chopped fresh basil
  • salt and pepper to taste

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 45 mins Ready Time: 55 mins

  • in a large skillet, heat oil and saute garlic until light brown and softened. be careful not to burn the garlic. stir in tomatoes, sugar, water, basil, and salt and pepper.
  • bring contents of the pan to a boil. cover and simmer on low heat for approximately 45 minutes, stirring occasionally. serve warm.

Janet's Rich Banana Bread

Ingredients

  • Servings: 1
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
  • 2 medium bananas, sliced

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 1 hr

    Ready Time: 1 hr 10 mins

  • preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  • in a large bowl, stir together the melted butter and sugar. add the eggs and vanilla, mix well. combine the flour, baking soda and salt, stir into the butter mixture until smooth. finally, fold in the sour cream, walnuts and bananas. spread evenly into the prepared pan.
  • bake at 350 degrees f (175 degrees c) for 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean. cool loaf in the pan for 10 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.

Banana Sour Cream Bread

Ingredients

  • Servings: 4
  • 1/4 cup white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 3/4 cup butter
  • 3 cups white sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 6 very ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1 (16 ounce) container sour cream
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3 teaspoons baking soda
  • 4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 1 hr

    Ready Time: 1 hr 10 mins

  • preheat oven to 300 degrees f (150 degrees c). grease four 7x3 inch loaf pans. in a small bowl, stir together 1/4 cup white sugar and 1 teaspoon cinnamon. dust pans lightly with cinnamon and sugar mixture.
  • in a large bowl, cream butter and 3 cups sugar. mix in eggs, mashed bananas, sour cream, vanilla and cinnamon. mix in salt, baking soda and flour. stir in nuts. divide into prepared pans.
  • bake for 1 hour, until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.

marzipan christmas kringle (juleskringle)

Ingredients

  • Servings: 1
  • 1/2 cup warm milk
  • 1 tablespoon white sugar
  • 1 (.25 ounce) envelope active dry yeast
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1 (8 ounce) can almond paste
  • 1/2 cup crushed sliced almonds
  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 1 egg white, beaten
  • 1/2 cup sliced almonds

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Ready Time: 15 hrs

  • in a small bowl, stir together the milk and sugar. sprinkle the yeast over the top and let stand for 10 minutes to dissolve. stir in cream.
  • in a separate bowl, stir together the flour, sugar, salt and cardamom. cut in the butter using a pastry blender or pinching with your fingers until it is a course mealy texture. stir in the yeast mixture until well blended. pat into a ball, flatten slightly, then wrap in plastic wrap. refrigerate for 12 to 24 hours.
  • to make the filling, mix the almond paste, almonds, sugar, cinnamon and almond extract using an electric mixer until evenly blended. it may be crumbly.
  • roll the chilled dough out into a 2 inch wide and 24 inch long rectangle. spread the filling to within 2 inches of the sides and roll up into a tube. cover your work surface with sugar, and roll the tube of dough in the sugar to coat thoroughly. roll and stretch the dough out to form a long rope about 40 inches long. place on a parchment lined baking sheet and shape into a pretzel shape.
  • brush the top of the pretzel with egg white and sprinkle with almonds. cover loosely with a towel and let rise for 45 minutes.
  • preheat the oven to 375 degrees f (190 degrees c). bake the kringle in the preheated oven until golden brown, 25 to 30 minutes. cut into slices to serve.

christmas stollen

Ingredients

  • Servings: 1
  • 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
  • 2/3 cup warm milk (110 degrees f/45 degrees c)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/3 cup white sugar
  • 1/2 tablespoon salt
  • 1/3 cup butter, softened
  • 2 1/2 cups bread flour
  • 1/3 cup currants
  • 1/3 cup sultana raisins
  • 1/3 cup red candied cherries, quartered
  • 2/3 cup diced candied citron
  • 6 ounces marzipan
  • 1 tablespoon confectioners' sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 50 mins Ready Time: 3 hrs

  • in a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm milk. let stand until creamy, about 10 minutes.
  • in a large bowl, combine the yeast mixture with the egg, white sugar, salt, butter, and 2 cups bread flour; beat well. add the remaining flour, 1/4 cup at a time, stirring well after each addition. when the dough has begun to pull together, turn it out a lightly floured surface, and knead in the currants, raisins, dried cherries, and citrus peel. continue kneading until smooth, about 8 minutes.
  • lightly oil a large bowl, place the dough in the bowl, and turn to coat with oil. cover with a damp cloth and let rise in a warm place until doubled in volume, about 1 hour.
  • lightly grease a cookie sheet. deflate the dough and turn it out a lightly floured surface. roll the marzipan into a rope and place it in the center of the dough. fold the dough over to cover it; pinch the seams together to seal. place the loaf, seam side down, on the prepared baking sheet. cover with a damp cloth and let rise until doubled in volume, about 40 minutes. meanwhile, preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
  • bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, then reduce heat to 300 degrees f (150 degrees c), and bake for a further 30 to 40 minutes, or until golden brown. allow loaf to cool on a wire rack. dust the cooled loaf with confectioners' sugar, and sprinkle with the cinnamon.

potato chapati bread

Ingredients

  • Servings: 8
  • 1 cup mashed potatoes
  • salt to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, finely chopped
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 cups whole wheat flour
  • 3/4 cup vegetable oil for frying
  • 1 tablespoon butter, melted

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 45 mins

  • combine the mashed potatoes, salt, cayenne, turmeric, cilantro, and 3 tablespoons vegetable oil in a bowl and mix well. add the whole wheat flour a little at a time, kneading the mixture until it forms a stiff but pliable dough. (if the dough becomes too stiff, add a few drops of water.) transfer the dough to an oiled bowl, turning to coat; cover with plastic and set aside for 10 minutes.
  • preheat a nonstick griddle to medium heat.
  • divide the dough into lemon-sized portions and roll them out on a lightly floured surface to 1/4-inch thickness. fry the chapatis using up to 1 teaspoon of oil for each side. cook until brown spots have started to form on the bread and the dough is cooked through. brush with melted butter and serve hot.

Awesome And Easy Creamy Corn Casserole

Ingredients

  • Servings: 8
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1 (8.5 ounce) package dry corn bread mix
  • 1 (15 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
  • 1 (14.75 ounce) can creamed corn
  • 1 cup sour cream

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 45 mins Ready Time: 50 mins

  • preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c), and lightly grease a 9x9 inch baking dish.
  • in a medium bowl, combine butter, eggs, corn bread mix, whole and creamed corn and sour cream. spoon mixture into prepared dish.
  • bake for 45 minutes in the preheated oven, or until the top is golden brown.

Shahi Tukra (sweet Bread Dessert)

Ingredients

  • Servings: 6
  • 1 quart vegetable oil
  • 15 slices white bread, cut into 2-inch squares
  • 4 cups whole milk
  • 2 cups white sugar
  • 4 cardamom pods
  • 4 whole cloves
  • 2 cinnamon sticks
  • 1 pinch saffron
  • 1/2 cup toasted sliced almonds

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Ready Time: 3 hrs 10 mins

  • heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
  • fry the bread squares in the oil until crispy and brown; remove to a plate lined with paper towels to drain.
  • stir the milk and sugar together in a saucepan; bring to a boil and reduce heat to medium-low. add the cardamom pods, cloves, cinnamon sticks, and saffron; simmer together for 15 minutes. remove and discard the whole spices. set the mixture aside to cool to room temperature.
  • arrange the bread in a flat-bottomed serving dish. gently pour the milk mixture over the bread until all pieces are covered. chill in refrigerator 2 to 3 hours. garnish with the almonds to serve.

Labneh (lebanese Cream Cheese)

Ingredients

  • Servings: 2
  • 16 cups plain yogurt
  • 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • 1/4 cup olive oil

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 5 mins Ready Time: 5 mins

  • line a large colander with a cheesecloth. stir salt into the yogurt, and pour the yogurt into the cheesecloth. set the colander in the sink or bowl to catch the liquid that drains off. leave to drain for 24 hours.
  • after draining for the 24 hours, transfer the resulting cheese to a bowl. stir in the olive oil. store in a covered container in the refrigerator.

Mom's Zucchini Bread

Ingredients

  • Servings: 2
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 3 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 1/4 cups white sugar
  • 3 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups grated zucchini
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 1 hr

    Ready Time: 1 hr 40 mins

  • grease and flour two 8 x 4 inch pans. preheat oven to 325 degrees f (165 degrees c).
  • sift flour, salt, baking powder, soda, and cinnamon together in a bowl.
  • beat eggs, oil, vanilla, and sugar together in a large bowl. add sifted ingredients to the creamed mixture, and beat well. stir in zucchini and nuts until well combined. pour batter into prepared pans.
  • bake for 40 to 60 minutes, or until tester inserted in the center comes out clean. cool in pan on rack for 20 minutes. remove bread from pan, and completely cool.

butter fragranced frog legs

Ingredients

  • Servings: 3
  • 1 pound frog legs, rinsed and patted dry
  • 2 teaspoons white sugar
  • 2 teaspoons garlic salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • oil for deep frying
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 3/4 cup cornstarch or tapioca starch
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
  • salt to taste
  • dipping sauce:
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 2 teaspoons chili paste or sauce
  • 1 teaspoon white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil (optional)

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 55 mins

  • place the frog legs into a bowl and sprinkle with a mixture of 2 teaspoons sugar, garlic salt, and black pepper. toss until evenly coated, then set aside to marinate for 30 minutes.
  • heat at least 2 inches of oil in a large, heavy pot to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
  • mix the frog legs in the beaten egg to coat, then drain off excess. toss in cornstarch, and shake off excess. fry in hot oil until golden brown and cooked through; 4 to 5 minutes. turn once to insure they cook evenly.
  • while the frog legs are cooking, melt butter in a small skillet over medium heat; stir in 2 teaspoons of minced garlic. cook gently for about 3 minutes until the garlic softens, season with salt to taste.
  • when the frog legs have finished cooking, drain well on paper towels, then place a serving dish. pour garlic-butter sauce overtop; serve with dipping sauce.
  • to make the dipping sauce, stir together the soy sauce, lime juice, chili paste, 1 teaspoon of sugar, and 1 teaspoon of minced garlic in a small bowl. season to taste with sesame oil if desired.

awesome sausage, apple and cranberry stuffing

Ingredients

  • Servings: 10
  • 1 1/2 cups cubed whole wheat bread
  • 3 3/4 cups cubed white bread
  • 1 pound ground turkey sausage
  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 3/4 cup chopped celery
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons dried sage
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons dried rosemary
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 apple, cored and chopped
  • 3/4 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/3 cup minced fresh parsley
  • 1 cooked turkey liver, finely chopped
  • 3/4 cup turkey stock
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Ready Time: 1 hr 40 mins

  • preheat oven to 350 degree f (175 degree c). spread the white and whole wheat bread cubes in a single layer on a large baking sheet. bake for 5 to 7 minutes in the preheated oven, or until evenly toasted. transfer toasted bread cubes to a large bowl.
  • in a large skillet, cook the sausage and onions over medium heat, stirring and breaking up the lumps until evenly browned. add the celery, sage, rosemary, and thyme; cook, stirring, for 2 minutes to blend flavors.
  • pour sausage mixture over bread in bowl. mix in chopped apple, dried cranberries, parsley, and liver. drizzle with turkey stock and melted butter, and mix lightly. allow stuffing to cool completely before loosely stuffing a turkey.

Grandmother's Buttermilk Cornbread

Ingredients

  • Servings: 9
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 2/3 cup white sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 40 mins Ready Time: 55 mins

  • preheat oven to 375 degrees f (175 degrees c). grease an 8 inch square pan.
  • melt butter in large skillet. remove from heat and stir in sugar. quickly add eggs and beat until well blended. combine buttermilk with baking soda and stir into mixture in pan. stir in cornmeal, flour, and salt until well blended and few lumps remain. pour batter into the prepared pan.
  • bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

ukrainian sandwiches

Ingredients

  • Servings: 25
  • 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 2 loaves french bread, sliced
  • 1 pound sliced sausage of your choice
  • 1 cucumber, sliced
  • 3 medium tomatoes, sliced
  • 1 hard-cooked egg, chopped

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 15 mins

  • in a small bowl, stir together the cream cheese, butter and garlic. spread some of this each slice of bread. place a slice of sausage, cucumber, and tomato each piece of bread, then top each one with some chopped egg. serve open-faced.

eggplant parmesan ii

Ingredients

  • Servings: 8
  • 3 eggplant, peeled and thinly sliced
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 4 cups italian seasoned bread crumbs
  • 6 cups spaghetti sauce, divided
  • 1 (16 ounce) package mozzarella cheese, shredded and divided
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese, divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 25 mins Cook Time: 35 mins Ready Time: 1 hr

  • preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
  • dip eggplant slices in egg, then in bread crumbs. place in a single layer on a baking sheet. bake in preheated oven for 5 minutes on each side.
  • in a 9x13 inch baking dish spread spaghetti sauce to cover the bottom. place a layer of eggplant slices in the sauce. sprinkle with mozzarella and parmesan cheeses. repeat with remaining ingredients, ending with the cheeses. sprinkle basil on top.
  • bake in preheated oven for 35 minutes, or until golden brown.

fantastic focaccia bread

Ingredients

  • Servings: 4
  • 1/2 teaspoon honey
  • 1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast
  • 2/3 cup warm water (110 degrees f/45 degrees c)
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 45 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 2 hrs

  • in a large bowl, dissolve honey and yeast in warm water. let stand until creamy, about 10 minutes.
  • add 1 cup flour, salt, and 3 tablespoons olive oil to the yeast mixture. stir until combined and then work in the last cup of flour. knead the dough until smooth, elastic, and soft, about 7 minutes. add only enough flour to keep the dough from being sticky. lightly oil a large bowl, place the dough in the bowl and turn to coat with oil. cover with a damp cloth and let rise in a warm place until doubled in volume, about 1 hour.
  • deflate the dough and turn it out a lightly floured surface. roll out the dough into a rectangle, about 1/2 inch thick. place in greased 9x13 inch pan or baking sheet. cover and let rise until doubled in volume, about 40 minutes. meanwhile, preheat oven to 400 degrees f (200 degrees c).
  • poke dimples in the bread and drizzle 1 tablespoon of the olive oil on top. bake at 400 degrees for 15 minutes.

Escarole And Beans

Ingredients

  • Servings: 4
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 2 large heads escarole
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 2 (16 ounce) cans cannellini beans, undrained
  • 3 sprigs fresh parsley, chopped

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Ready Time: 40 mins

  • heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. toss in escarole, turning to coat with oil. season with salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes. cook, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes, or until tender.
  • in a separate skillet, heat remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat. stir in garlic. pour in beans with juices, and simmer until creamy, about 10 minutes. stir in escarole and parsley; simmer 10 minutes more.

grandma's gingerbread pancakes

Ingredients

  • Servings: 10
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground dried ginger
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup molasses
  • 1 1/2 cups water

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 25 mins

  • whisk the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ginger, and cinnamon in a bowl; set aside. beat the egg in a separate mixing bowl with the vanilla and molasses until smooth. whisk in the water until completely incorporated. stir the flour mixture into the molasses mixture until just combined -- a few lumps are okay.
  • heat a lightly oiled griddle over medium-high heat. drop batter by large spoonfuls the griddle, and cook until form and the edges are dry. flip, and cook until browned on the other side. repeat with remaining batter.

sweet dinner rolls

Ingredients

  • Servings: 16
  • 1/2 cup warm water (110 degrees f/45 degrees c)
  • 1/2 cup warm milk
  • 1 egg
  • 1/3 cup butter, softened
  • 1/3 cup white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 3 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast
  • 1/4 cup butter, softened

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 2 hrs 20 mins

  • place water, milk, egg, 1/3 cup butter, sugar, salt, flour and yeast in the pan of the bread machine in the order recommended by the manufacturer. select dough/knead and first rise cycle; press start.
  • when cycle finishes, turn dough out a lightly floured surface. divide dough in half. roll each half into a 12 inch circle, spread 1/4 cup softened butter over entire round. cut each circle into 8 wedges. roll wedges starting at wide end; roll gently but tightly. place point side down on ungreased cookie sheet. cover with clean kitchen towel and put in a warm place, let rise 1 hour. meanwhile, preheat oven to 400 degrees f (200 degrees c).
  • bake in preheated oven for 10 to 15 minutes, until golden.

Homesteader Cornbread

Ingredients

  • Servings: 1
  • 1 1/2 cups cornmeal
  • 2 1/2 cups milk
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2/3 cup white sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Ready Time: 50 mins

  • preheat oven to 400 degrees f (200 degrees c). in a small bowl, combine cornmeal and milk; let stand for 5 minutes. grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  • in a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt and sugar. mix in the cornmeal mixture, eggs and oil until smooth. pour batter into prepared pan.
  • bake in preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a knife inserted into the center of the cornbread comes out clean.

Grandmother's Buttermilk Cornbread

Ingredients

  • Servings: 9
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 2/3 cup white sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 40 mins Ready Time: 55 mins

  • preheat oven to 375 degrees f (175 degrees c). grease an 8 inch square pan.
  • melt butter in large skillet. remove from heat and stir in sugar. quickly add eggs and beat until well blended. combine buttermilk with baking soda and stir into mixture in pan. stir in cornmeal, flour, and salt until well blended and few lumps remain. pour batter into the prepared pan.
  • bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

christmas stollen

Ingredients

  • Servings: 1
  • 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
  • 2/3 cup warm milk (110 degrees f/45 degrees c)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/3 cup white sugar
  • 1/2 tablespoon salt
  • 1/3 cup butter, softened
  • 2 1/2 cups bread flour
  • 1/3 cup currants
  • 1/3 cup sultana raisins
  • 1/3 cup red candied cherries, quartered
  • 2/3 cup diced candied citron
  • 6 ounces marzipan
  • 1 tablespoon confectioners' sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 50 mins Ready Time: 3 hrs

  • in a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm milk. let stand until creamy, about 10 minutes.
  • in a large bowl, combine the yeast mixture with the egg, white sugar, salt, butter, and 2 cups bread flour; beat well. add the remaining flour, 1/4 cup at a time, stirring well after each addition. when the dough has begun to pull together, turn it out a lightly floured surface, and knead in the currants, raisins, dried cherries, and citrus peel. continue kneading until smooth, about 8 minutes.
  • lightly oil a large bowl, place the dough in the bowl, and turn to coat with oil. cover with a damp cloth and let rise in a warm place until doubled in volume, about 1 hour.
  • lightly grease a cookie sheet. deflate the dough and turn it out a lightly floured surface. roll the marzipan into a rope and place it in the center of the dough. fold the dough over to cover it; pinch the seams together to seal. place the loaf, seam side down, on the prepared baking sheet. cover with a damp cloth and let rise until doubled in volume, about 40 minutes. meanwhile, preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
  • bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, then reduce heat to 300 degrees f (150 degrees c), and bake for a further 30 to 40 minutes, or until golden brown. allow loaf to cool on a wire rack. dust the cooled loaf with confectioners' sugar, and sprinkle with the cinnamon.

eggplant parmesan ii

Ingredients

  • Servings: 8
  • 3 eggplant, peeled and thinly sliced
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 4 cups italian seasoned bread crumbs
  • 6 cups spaghetti sauce, divided
  • 1 (16 ounce) package mozzarella cheese, shredded and divided
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese, divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 25 mins Cook Time: 35 mins Ready Time: 1 hr

  • preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
  • dip eggplant slices in egg, then in bread crumbs. place in a single layer on a baking sheet. bake in preheated oven for 5 minutes on each side.
  • in a 9x13 inch baking dish spread spaghetti sauce to cover the bottom. place a layer of eggplant slices in the sauce. sprinkle with mozzarella and parmesan cheeses. repeat with remaining ingredients, ending with the cheeses. sprinkle basil on top.
  • bake in preheated oven for 35 minutes, or until golden brown.

Thursday, August 25, 2016

Mom's Zucchini Bread

Ingredients

  • Servings: 2
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 3 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 1/4 cups white sugar
  • 3 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups grated zucchini
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 1 hr

    Ready Time: 1 hr 40 mins

  • grease and flour two 8 x 4 inch pans. preheat oven to 325 degrees f (165 degrees c).
  • sift flour, salt, baking powder, soda, and cinnamon together in a bowl.
  • beat eggs, oil, vanilla, and sugar together in a large bowl. add sifted ingredients to the creamed mixture, and beat well. stir in zucchini and nuts until well combined. pour batter into prepared pans.
  • bake for 40 to 60 minutes, or until tester inserted in the center comes out clean. cool in pan on rack for 20 minutes. remove bread from pan, and completely cool.

Grandmother's Buttermilk Cornbread

Ingredients

  • Servings: 9
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 2/3 cup white sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 40 mins Ready Time: 55 mins

  • preheat oven to 375 degrees f (175 degrees c). grease an 8 inch square pan.
  • melt butter in large skillet. remove from heat and stir in sugar. quickly add eggs and beat until well blended. combine buttermilk with baking soda and stir into mixture in pan. stir in cornmeal, flour, and salt until well blended and few lumps remain. pour batter into the prepared pan.
  • bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Awesome And Easy Creamy Corn Casserole

Ingredients

  • Servings: 8
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1 (8.5 ounce) package dry corn bread mix
  • 1 (15 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
  • 1 (14.75 ounce) can creamed corn
  • 1 cup sour cream

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 45 mins Ready Time: 50 mins

  • preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c), and lightly grease a 9x9 inch baking dish.
  • in a medium bowl, combine butter, eggs, corn bread mix, whole and creamed corn and sour cream. spoon mixture into prepared dish.
  • bake for 45 minutes in the preheated oven, or until the top is golden brown.

chinese steamed buns

Ingredients

  • Servings: 24
  • 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
  • 1 teaspoon white sugar
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/2 cup warm water
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons white sugar
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Ready Time: 4 hrs

  • mix together yeast, 1 teaspoon sugar, 1/4 cup flour, and 1/4 cup warm water. allow to stand for 30 minutes.
  • mix in 1/2 cup warm water, flour, salt, 2 tablespoons sugar, and vegetable oil. knead until dough surface is smooth and elastic. roll over in a greased bowl, and let stand until triple in size, about 2 1/2 to 3 hours.
  • punch down dough, and spread out on a floured board. sprinkle baking powder evenly on surface, and knead for 5 minutes. divide dough into 2 parts, and place the piece you are not working with in a covered bowl. divide each half into 12 parts. shape each part into a ball with smooth surface up. put each ball on a wax paper square. let stand covered until double, about 30 minutes.
  • bring water to a boil in wok, and reduce heat to medium; the water should still be boiling. place steam-plate on a small wire rack in the middle of the wok. transfer as many buns on wax paper as will comfortably fit steam-plate leaving 1 to 2 inches between the buns. at least 2 inches space should be left between steam-plate and the wok. cover wok with lid. steam buns over boiling water for 15 minutes.
  • remove lid before you turn off heat, or else water will drip back bun surface and produce yellowish "blisters" on bun surfaces. continue steaming batches of buns until all are cooked.

banana banana bread

Ingredients

  • Servings: 1
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 2 1/3 cups mashed overripe bananas

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 1 hr 5 mins

    Ready Time: 1 hr 20 mins

  • preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  • in a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda and salt. in a separate bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar. stir in eggs and mashed bananas until well blended. stir banana mixture into flour mixture; stir just to moisten. pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
  • bake in preheated oven for 60 to 65 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into center of the loaf comes out clean. let bread cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out a wire rack.

Naan

Ingredients

  • Servings: 14
  • 1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast
  • 1 cup warm water
  • 1/4 cup white sugar
  • 3 tablespoons milk
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 4 1/2 cups bread flour
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic (optional)
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 7 mins Ready Time: 3 hrs

  • in a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. let stand about 10 minutes, until frothy. stir in sugar, milk, egg, salt, and enough flour to make a soft dough. knead for 6 to 8 minutes on a lightly floured surface, or until smooth. place dough in a well oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and set aside to rise. let it rise 1 hour, until the dough has doubled in volume.
  • punch down dough, and knead in garlic. pinch off small handfuls of dough about the size of a golf ball. roll into balls, and place on a tray. cover with a towel, and allow to rise until doubled in size, about 30 minutes.
  • during the second rising, preheat grill to high heat.
  • at grill side, roll one ball of dough out into a thin circle. lightly oil grill. place dough on grill, and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, or until puffy and lightly browned. brush uncooked side with butter, and turn over. brush cooked side with butter, and cook until browned, another 2 to 4 minutes. remove from grill, and continue the process until all the naan has been prepared.

Indian Naan Ii

Ingredients

  • Servings: 6
  • 2/3 cup warm water (110 degrees f/45 degrees c)
  • 1 teaspoon active dry yeast
  • 1 teaspoon white sugar
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup ghee
  • 2 tablespoons plain yogurt
  • 2 teaspoons kalonji (onion seed)

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 25 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 2 hrs 25 mins

  • whisk the warm water with the yeast and sugar until the yeast is dissolved. cover and let stand in a warm place for 10 minutes.
  • sift flour and salt three times into a large bowl add the yeast mixture, half of the ghee and all the yogurt. mix into a soft dough then knead on a floured surface for about 5 minutes or until dough is smooth and elastic. place the dough in a large greased bowl, cover and let stand in a warm place for 1 1/2 hours or until the dough is doubled in size .
  • punch down dough then knead for 5 minutes. divide dough into 6 pieces. roll each piece out into 8 inch round naans.
  • cover an oven tray with foil and grease the foil. brush the naan with a little of the remaining ghee and sprinkle with some of the kalonji. cook naan one at a time under a very hot grill for about 2 minutes on each side or until puffed and just browned.

Banana Sour Cream Bread

Ingredients

  • Servings: 4
  • 1/4 cup white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 3/4 cup butter
  • 3 cups white sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 6 very ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1 (16 ounce) container sour cream
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3 teaspoons baking soda
  • 4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 1 hr

    Ready Time: 1 hr 10 mins

  • preheat oven to 300 degrees f (150 degrees c). grease four 7x3 inch loaf pans. in a small bowl, stir together 1/4 cup white sugar and 1 teaspoon cinnamon. dust pans lightly with cinnamon and sugar mixture.
  • in a large bowl, cream butter and 3 cups sugar. mix in eggs, mashed bananas, sour cream, vanilla and cinnamon. mix in salt, baking soda and flour. stir in nuts. divide into prepared pans.
  • bake for 1 hour, until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.

Grandmother's Buttermilk Cornbread

Ingredients

  • Servings: 9
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 2/3 cup white sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 40 mins Ready Time: 55 mins

  • preheat oven to 375 degrees f (175 degrees c). grease an 8 inch square pan.
  • melt butter in large skillet. remove from heat and stir in sugar. quickly add eggs and beat until well blended. combine buttermilk with baking soda and stir into mixture in pan. stir in cornmeal, flour, and salt until well blended and few lumps remain. pour batter into the prepared pan.
  • bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Amish White Bread

Ingredients

  • Servings: 2
  • 2 cups warm water (110 degrees f/45 degrees c)
  • 2/3 cup white sugar
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons active dry yeast
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 6 cups bread flour

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 40 mins Ready Time: 2 hrs 30 mins

  • in a large bowl, dissolve the sugar in warm water, and then stir in yeast. allow to proof until yeast resembles a creamy foam.
  • mix salt and oil into the yeast. mix in flour one cup at a time. knead dough on a lightly floured surface until smooth. place in a well oiled bowl, and turn dough to coat. cover with a damp cloth. allow to rise until doubled in bulk, about 1 hour.
  • punch dough down. knead for a few minutes, and divide in half. shape into loaves, and place into two well oiled 9x5 inch loaf pans. allow to rise for 30 minutes, or until dough has risen 1 inch above pans.
  • bake at 350 degrees f (175 degrees c) for 30 minutes.

christmas stollen

Ingredients

  • Servings: 1
  • 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
  • 2/3 cup warm milk (110 degrees f/45 degrees c)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/3 cup white sugar
  • 1/2 tablespoon salt
  • 1/3 cup butter, softened
  • 2 1/2 cups bread flour
  • 1/3 cup currants
  • 1/3 cup sultana raisins
  • 1/3 cup red candied cherries, quartered
  • 2/3 cup diced candied citron
  • 6 ounces marzipan
  • 1 tablespoon confectioners' sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 50 mins Ready Time: 3 hrs

  • in a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm milk. let stand until creamy, about 10 minutes.
  • in a large bowl, combine the yeast mixture with the egg, white sugar, salt, butter, and 2 cups bread flour; beat well. add the remaining flour, 1/4 cup at a time, stirring well after each addition. when the dough has begun to pull together, turn it out a lightly floured surface, and knead in the currants, raisins, dried cherries, and citrus peel. continue kneading until smooth, about 8 minutes.
  • lightly oil a large bowl, place the dough in the bowl, and turn to coat with oil. cover with a damp cloth and let rise in a warm place until doubled in volume, about 1 hour.
  • lightly grease a cookie sheet. deflate the dough and turn it out a lightly floured surface. roll the marzipan into a rope and place it in the center of the dough. fold the dough over to cover it; pinch the seams together to seal. place the loaf, seam side down, on the prepared baking sheet. cover with a damp cloth and let rise until doubled in volume, about 40 minutes. meanwhile, preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
  • bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, then reduce heat to 300 degrees f (150 degrees c), and bake for a further 30 to 40 minutes, or until golden brown. allow loaf to cool on a wire rack. dust the cooled loaf with confectioners' sugar, and sprinkle with the cinnamon.

grandma's gingerbread pancakes

Ingredients

  • Servings: 10
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground dried ginger
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup molasses
  • 1 1/2 cups water

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 25 mins

  • whisk the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ginger, and cinnamon in a bowl; set aside. beat the egg in a separate mixing bowl with the vanilla and molasses until smooth. whisk in the water until completely incorporated. stir the flour mixture into the molasses mixture until just combined -- a few lumps are okay.
  • heat a lightly oiled griddle over medium-high heat. drop batter by large spoonfuls the griddle, and cook until form and the edges are dry. flip, and cook until browned on the other side. repeat with remaining batter.