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Pane Bianco

Stunning and shockingly simple. I made this loaf for a friend’s birthday party. I managed to make it while working. The loaf is an enriched white bread filled with all sorts of goodness. The rise times were long enough that I managed to time the filling portion over my lunch break. This is kind ofContinue reading “Pane Bianco”

Peach Nutmeg Scones

I had made the recipe found in the King Arthur Baking Conpanion previously. However, I was in a time crunch and completely forgot to add the butter at the right time. I tried to grate the butter in and make do but the scones failed spectacularly. In fact they never really rose and turned intoContinue reading “Peach Nutmeg Scones”

Herbed Beer Bread

This is the easiest recipe I have ever done. No knead, ten ingredients and only one bowl. It made yummy bread. It gets weird if you don’t store it right but it freezes wonderfully. The hops flavor gets hidden by the herbs for the most part. There is really not much else to say onContinue reading “Herbed Beer Bread”

Review: Crispy Cheesy Pan Pizza

I cannot count how many times I have made this pizza in the last couple months. The dish is so flexible in every way — which is exactly what I need when under a stay at home order. The King Arthur Flour Cheesy Pan Pizza has been a staple. The dough is made 12 –Continue reading “Review: Crispy Cheesy Pan Pizza”

Toasted Brie Tomato Sandwich

This sandwich is particularly good in summer when tomatoes are in season. I highly recommend fresh tomatoes that are super ripe. Ingredients 2 slices of bread Enough slices of brie to cover one slice of bread Sliced tomato Salt and pepper to taste Directions Preheat oven or toaster oven to 350 F. Put the tomatoContinue reading “Toasted Brie Tomato Sandwich”

Macaroni and Cheese

This macaroni was made by a dear friend who just made it until “it looks right”. She uses a strong white Vermont cheddar. I have also used any number of good cheddar cheeses as long as they are aged at least 3 years. 1 lb strong cheddar cheese 1 lb macaroni 1/2 cup flour atContinue reading “Macaroni and Cheese”

Mushroom Stroganoff

Savory vegetarian dish that will satisfy the whole family.

Vegetarian Cooking for Me

I became a vegetarian about two years ago after slowly moving away from meat over the course of several years. The most difficult thing for me was finding new versions of my comfort foods while also exploring new possibilities. I also found that many of my friends and family wanted to eat vegetarian food thatContinue reading “Vegetarian Cooking for Me”