Pumpkin Loaf Bread
August 14th, 2010
I love the smell of pumpkin bread. Actually, when I think about it some of my favorite recipes are made with pumpkins. And one thing I like about baking with pumpkins is that you don’t really have to focus your recipes just around holidays. I love to take it year round and enjoy that warm feeling of sharing something special with your loved ones. Pumpkin Loaf Bread Ingredients: 2 cups white sugar 4 eggs 1-1/2 cups oil 20 oz. pumpkin, prepared or canned 3 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 2 teaspoons baking soda 3 teaspoons cinnamon 1 teaspoon … Continue reading →
Almond Butter Cookies
August 9th, 2010
Almond Butter Cookies Ingredients: 3/4 cup (3/8 lb.) butter, at room temperature 8 ounces almond paste (about 1 cup) 2/3 cup sugar 2 large eggs 2 teaspoons almond extract 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 3/4 cup finely chopped almonds Directions: In a bowl, with an electric mixer on medium speed, beat butter, almond paste, and sugar until very smooth. Beat in eggs and almond extract until well blended, scraping down sides of bowl as needed. In another bowl, stir together flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir or beat into butter mixture until well … Continue reading →
Cranberry And Orange Tea Bread
August 7th, 2010
Cranberry And Orange Tea Bread Ingredients (for the bread): 2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour 3/4 cup sugar 1 1/2 teaspoons non-aluminum baking powder 3/4 teaspoon sea salt 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 cup milk 1/4 cup orange juice 1/4 cup (4 tablespoons) unsalted butter, melted 1 tablespoon grated orange zest 2 eggs, lightly beaten 1 cup cranberries, chopped (fresh or frozen) Ingredients (for the orange glaze): 1-2 tablespoons orange juice 1 cup sifted powdered sugar Directions: Preheat oven to 375F. Grease the bottom only of an 8×4-inch or 9×5-inch loaf pan or use a non-stick loaf pan. Combine flour, sugar, … Continue reading →
Baked Mashed Potatoes
August 2nd, 2010
Yes, they are really good. And if you didn’t try them by now, you really must! Best of all it’s very easy to make, and you can also use your leftover mashed potatoes. Great way to serve everyone’s favorite in a little different way! Baked Mashed Potatoes Ingredients: 3 cups cold mashed potatoes 1-3 tablespoons butter 2 small eggs 1/2-1 cup hot milk 3/4 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon white pepper Directions: Heat butter and milk together. Add seasonings to it. Whip potatoes in electric mixer with eggs and add half of the hot milk with seasonings. Add remaining milk only if needed … Continue reading →
