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Snickerdoodles

Published in baking, Desserts, Penny Pinchin' Picks, Recipes on May 24, 2012

PrintSnickerdoodles Yield: 6 Dozen Cream of tartar adds a tangy flavor to this traditional cookie. Try making the dough in advance and freezing in 1-inch balls (without rolling in cinnamon sugar). Freeze them individually on a cookie sheet, then transfer to a freezer-safe plastic bag. Pull them out as you need them and have fresh-baked […]

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Adam’s Favorite Biscotti

Published in baking, Desserts, Recipes on May 14, 2012

PrintAdam’s Favorite Biscotti Yield: 2 dozen Ingredients1 cup slivered almonds 2 cups flour (approximately) 3/4 cup sugar 1 1/4 tsp. baking powder 1 tsp. cinnamon 1/4 tsp. salt 1 Tbsp. fresh grated orange zest 2 eggs, slightly beaten 1/2 cup canola or safflower oil 1 tsp. vanilla extractInstructionsCombine all dry ingredients and slivered almonds into […]

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Strawberry Shortcake

Published in baking, Desserts, Recipes on March 8, 2012

PrintStrawberry Shortcake Ingredients3 cups unbleached flour ½ cup sugar 4½ tsp. baking powder 1 tsp. salt 1 tsp. fresh lemon zest ¾ cup butter, at room temperature ¾ cup milk 1 tsp. vanilla 4 cups sliced strawberries 2 cups heavy whipping cream ½ tsp. vanilla ¼ cup powdered sugarInstructionsIn a bowl, combine all of the […]

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Herbed Pizza Crust

Published in baking, Breads, Recipes on March 5, 2012

PrintHerbed Pizza Crust This recipe will make enough crust for 3 13-inch pizzas or one 11×16 pan plus one 13-inch pizza. It will also make about 10 individual sized pizzas, which I make and freeze for my daughter’s school lunches. Ingredients4 1/2 cups unbleached flour 1 1/2 tsp. plus 1/2 tsp. sugar 1 1/2 tsp. […]

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Buttermilk Pancakes

Published in Breads, breakfast, kids activities, organic food, Recipes on March 1, 2012

PrintButtermilk Pancakes Ingredients1¾ cups unbleached flour ¼ cup whey protein powder 2 Tbsp. sugar 2 tsp. baking powder ¼ cup melted butter or oil 2¼ cups buttermilk 2 tsp. vanilla 2 eggs, slightly beatenInstructionsIn a large bowl, combine dry ingredients. In a separate bowl, combine wet ingredients. Make a well in the center of the […]

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Apple Dumplings

Published in baking, Desserts, Penny Pinchin' Mom, Penny Pinchin' Picks, rainy day fun, Recipes on February 25, 2012

PrintApple Dumplings Yield: 6 servings What could be a better dessert on a crisp Fall evening? I love the smell of the apples and cinnamon in the oven. It seems to warm the entire house.Ingredients6 medium tart apples, peeled and cored Pastry 4 ounces cream cheese 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter 1 cup unbleached white […]

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Cinnamon Bread

Published in baking, Breads, Penny Pinchin' Mom, Penny Pinchin' Picks, Recipes on February 25, 2012

PrintCinnamon Bread Yield: 2 loaves In my opinion, the best place to let dough rise is in a warm oven. Set your oven to the lowest temperature (about 170 to 200 degrees), making sure that the rack is on the lowest setting. Let it warm while you mix the dough. When it’s time for the […]

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