The famous open-faced sandwich made popular in Germany in the 1950's, Toast Hawaii features ham, pineapple and Swiss cheese and is topped with a cherry or fruit preserves for a delightful sweet and savory flavor combo! Toast Hawaii, also known as Hawaiian Toast, is a … Continue reading →
ULTIMATE Pie Crust Recipe
Get ready to make the BEST flavored and BEST textured pastry crust EVER! Buttery goodness meets perfect flakiness in this homemade pie crust recipe that takes less than 5 minutes to make and is sure to become your go-to from now on! I think the original Goldilocks … Continue reading →
German Bread (Authentic Vollkornbrot)
Authentic German Bread Recipe (Vollkornbrot) A thoroughly authentic German bread that's nutrient dense with a fabulous texture and positively packed with flavor! This makes a large loaf that freezes well so you can conveniently grab some whenever you're in the … Continue reading →
Traditional Panettone Recipe
Soft, light, chewy, fruity and wonderfully aromatic, Panettone is Italy's world famous sweet bread that is traditionally enjoyed for Christmas and New Year. But you don't have to limit yourself, you can enjoy this traditional Panettone all year long! Panettone is … Continue reading →
Bara Brith (Welsh Tea Bread)
Studded with plump raisins and currants soaked in tea and mingled with candied citrus peel and aromatic spices, Bara Brith is Wales' famous tea bread! What Is Bara Brith? It's been very rewarding connecting with the Welsh side of my ancestry as our family has traveled … Continue reading →
Authentic English Crumpets Recipe
Crispy, chewy and delicately spongy in texture with a delicious depth of yeasty flavor, you simply can't beat this authentic homemade crumpets recipe! Traditional Crumpets Recipe When I moved to England where I lived for 7 years, there were a number of quintessential … Continue reading →
BEST Whole Grain Zucchini Muffins (GF)
Phenomenally moist, fluffy and packed with flavor, these gluten free zucchini muffins are so delicious that no one will ever guess they're gluten free! I'm not a fan of many, probably even most, gluten free recipes because in addition to their texture being dry and … Continue reading →
Irish Barmbrack (Báirín Breac)
This traditional Irish Barmbrack is destined to become a family favorite. Sliced, toasted and buttered, it is the ULTIMATE cinnamon raisin bread! Cinnamon raisin bread fans, get ready for the ultimate version of it! Barmbrack, also known as Barm Brack, is known in … Continue reading →
PERFECT Yorkshire Pudding
Traditional Yorkshire Pudding Consistently ranked as one of the most beloved icons of British culture, Yorkshire pudding captures all the warmth and charm of old-fashioned English cooking. This traditional Yorkshire pudding recipe includes all the tips & tricks you … Continue reading →
Cinnamon Raisin Sourdough Bread
This cinnamon raisin sourdough bread is wonderfully light, fluffy and chewy. But toasted it is downright irresistible! Delightfully crispy with chewy raisins and the warmth of cinnamon - it's pure heaven! I LOVE bread. All kinds. And while I don't allow myself to … Continue reading →
BEST German Christmas Stollen (Christstollen)
German Stollen have been around for nearly 700 years and are prized throughout the world as one of the most famous and beloved of all Christmas pastries. Your search for the BEST authentic German Stollen recipe has ended: Flaky, moist, aromatic and divinely flavorful, … Continue reading →
Traditional Yorkshire Parkin
Traditional Yorkshire Parkin If you're a fan of gingerbread and are looking for something uniquely different - this is it! From Yorkshire, England, Parkin is an age-old cake featuring oats and black treacle (molasses) to create a delightfully sticky, chewy cake with a … Continue reading →
Authentic Semmelknödel (German Bread Dumplings)
A specialty of the Bavaria region of southern Germany, drenched in gravy these famous SemmelKnödel (German Bread Dumplings) are pure heaven! These Semmelknödel (Bavarian potato dumplings) have always been a favorite mine. It doesn't matter what they're served with - … Continue reading →
Rustic Rosemary Sourdough Bread
With a superbly crispy crust and soft and chewy interior, the flavor and aroma of this delicious bread will have you wishing you had made an extra loaf! I can't think of anything that beats the smell of yeast bread baking in the oven. The aroma has a hypnotic way of … Continue reading →
Homemade Hamburger Buns
A truly great burger deserves a quality hamburger bun - and nothing beats a homemade hamburger bun! It's sizzlin' burger season! I'm not sure anything can beat the smell of a barbecue wafting through the air. The combination of charcoal and chargrilled meat is … Continue reading →
Lemon Zucchini Bread
Moist and fluffy, this lemon zucchini bread is made with whole wheat, honey and buttermilk and is topped with a fresh and delicious lemon glaze! It seems most people I talk to love lemon-flavored treats, whether it's candy, baked goods, or lemon-flavored sauces for … Continue reading →
How To Make a Cheese Soufflé
The soufflé has been around for 300 years, originating in France in the early 1700's. The word soufflé is the past participle of the verb souffler which means "to breathe" or "to puff." It was first developed by French master chef Vincent La Chapelle who was the personal … Continue reading →
Authentic Injera (Ethiopian Flatbread)
If you've ever been to an Ethiopian restaurant - certainly if you've ever set foot in Ethiopia - you will have heard of injera. It's a sourdough flatbread unlike any other sourdough. It starts out looking like a crepe but then develops a unique porous and slightly spongy … Continue reading →
Low Carb High Protein Nut & Seed Bread (Paleo)
In an attempt to burn a few excess pounds and to cut back on carbs generally, I've been focusing more on foods high in protein and healthy fats the past few weeks. High protein/high fat foods are more satiating, which means you're less likely to nibble throughout the day, … Continue reading →
Olive Rosemary Focaccia (How To Make Authentic Focaccia)
A special thank you to Lindsay for sponsoring this post! Few things smell better than the sweet aroma of yeast bread baking in the oven. Add to that the fragrance of rosemary and it's pretty much the closest thing to heaven. Focaccia. Rustic and romantic, this … Continue reading →
Danish Rye Bread (Rugbrød)
This authentic homemade Danish rye bread (rugbrod) is packed with nutrients, has a fantastic texture and tastes absolutely incredible! How to Make Danish Rye Bread (Rugbrød) I love breads of all kinds, but there are two kinds that I especially love: Ones that are … Continue reading →
Darn Good Cornbread
A tender and moist crumb with lots of flavor. Make it. … Continue reading →
Spelt Buttermilk Biscuits
No more dense, whole grain bricks posing as biscuits. These Spelt Buttermilk Biscuits are fluffy with a great texture and delicious flavor! … Continue reading →
Stuffed Mexican Cornbread
Here's the perfect dish to take on your next family picnic or potluck! … Continue reading →
Perfect White Sandwich Bread
A fool-proof recipe for perfectly slice-able white sandwich bread! … Continue reading →
Double Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Bread
A double dose of chocolate, peanut butter and banana...what's there not to like? … Continue reading →
Sausage Gravy & Biscuits
Creamy, smooth, velvety sausage gravy served over hot, fluffy buttermilk biscuits. That spells "c.o.m.f.o.r.t." … Continue reading →
Perfect Indian Naan Bread
A traditional flatbread that commonly accompanies Indian dishes, this recipe yields deliciously soft, moist, and tender Naan Bread. … Continue reading →
Ultimate Pumpkin Bread (+ a Tour Through Goblin Valley!)
Halloween is approaching and while I didn't bake or cook anything "scary", I thought I'd share something with you that's nonetheless fitting for the season: Ultimate Pumpkin Bread! Whether you like or dislike pumpkin bread or may think you already have the best recipe for … Continue reading →
Quinoa Cornbread
What better comfort accompaniment to a bowl of hot soup or stew than homemade cornbread? Cornbread has been around...well, forever it seems! For many it brings back childhood memories. And even for those who didn't grow up with it, cornbread carries with it an element of … Continue reading →
Chanterelle Mushroom & Goat Cheese Crostini
Thank you to Honest Cooking for sponsoring this post. I am thrilled to be partnering with Honest Cooking to promote the first ever North Nordic Food Festival being held the first week of October in New York City! This 7-day extravaganza will feature the cuisines of … Continue reading →
Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Bread
Thanks to Green Giant™ Veggie Snack Chips for sponsoring this post! Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Bread. Clearly I was experiencing some flavor combination cravings that wouldn't be satisfied until I unleashed my experimental powers in the kitchen. And fortunately … Continue reading →
Fresh Roasted Tomato & Herb Bread
Fresh tomatoes. Roasted until sweet. Fresh garden herbs. Combined and kneaded into yeast dough. Fresh from the oven. Fragrant and flavorful. Soft, tender, and delicately chewy. Perfectly sliceable for your deli-quality sandwiches. Better make two loaves while … Continue reading →
Orange Chocolate Hazelnut Bread
Does that hazelnut oil in the picture look familiar to you? That's right! You saw it in my Hazelnut Shortbread Cookies where I lavishly praised its name. Hazelnut oil is simply too good to let sit unused in the refrigerator, so I wanted to put it to use. And since I love … Continue reading →
Better Than Otis Almond Poppy Seed Muffins
I know the title sounds terribly bold and audacious. I mean, let's face it - Otis Spunkmeyer makes some pretty dang good tasting muffins. And his Almond Poppy Seed muffins are no exception. But mine rival his for two reasons: 1) The list of ingredients in my … Continue reading →
Pizza Margherita
Pizza. Fresh. Crispy. Chewy. Cheesy. Make pizza like a pro in your own kitchen. You don't need a lot of ingredients, just some basics like flour, yeast, cheese, basil and tomatoes. Experience why this vegetarian pizza is a beloved classic even among the most avid … Continue reading →
Whole Wheat Banana Buttermilk Nutella/Truffle Muffins
If you want really good banana baked goods, whether muffins, cupcakes or bread, overcoming any squeamishness towards overripe bananas is a must. That is the key to the flavor. And when I say overripe, I mean over-ripe. Like black overripe. Like … Continue reading →
Darn Good Chili
It’s hard to find good chili. And that’s an understatement. I can’t tell you how many potlucks and church socials I’ve been to where, sample after sample, I’ve come away anywhere from unsatisfied to honest-to-goodness grossed out. Can you relate? Too sweet, too spicy … Continue reading →