Category Archives: baking

More apple desserts (including pie), from Eva & Harper

Posted on October 8, 2023 by Stella
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Brian L. is back: I Solved Apple Pies Biggest Problem

Posted on October 5, 2023 by Stella
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Chef Answers Most Googled Cooking Questions

Posted on August 14, 2023 by Stella

A fav chef answers questions that lots of people have about cooking. Brian is the best!

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Cool treats in the summertime!

Posted on July 4, 2023 by Stella

What could be better than delicious cold treats when the weather is hot and humid? Doesn’t this look delicious? I’m not eating any of these (other than berries, maybe with whipped cream), but I can look, can’t I? Here’s the … Continue reading →

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Baking on a Keto (low carb) diet

Posted on June 19, 2023 by Stella

RESULTS: I used my bread maker setting for a gluten-free loaf, although this is NOT a gluten-free bread. It is a shorter cycle with only one rise. The bread rose nicely and browned well. I let it cool for a … Continue reading →

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The Perfect Classic Turkey Club Sandwich

Posted on June 15, 2023 by Stella

Just watched this video, and I am filled with envy for something I can’t eat right now while following a low-carb diet: really good bread. This bread is one that I was making on a regular basis just two short … Continue reading →

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Yummy Summer Food to enjoy with family and friends

Posted on May 28, 2023 by Stella

A food repeat, just in time for Memorial Day! I would love to know what you are cooking for the holiday. I meal prepped boneless chicken thighs yesterday, so I’ll probably have that with some sort of vegetable sides. Maybe … Continue reading →

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Food my mama made for me

Posted on May 9, 2023 by Stella

I have to tell you first that my mother was not particularly fond of cooking. She didn’t drink alcohol, but often said that if she ever took up drinking, it would be at 5:00 pm when she had to cook … Continue reading →

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Yet another biscuit recipe/method!

Posted on January 24, 2023 by Stella

Isn’t it funny that there are so many videos/articles about such a simple food as biscuits? Here’s another one. The method reminds me of English muffins or scones. I want to try this just to see if it works. You … Continue reading →

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Adventures in bread baking

Posted on January 10, 2023 by Stella

Just a few years ago, every time I attempted to make yeast bread, results were – at best – mediocre. I got better with time (see above photo – a loaf of my own bread.) I am at the point … Continue reading →

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