Category Archives: Breads

Buttermilk Biscuits

Posted on June 12, 2020 by Vanalee

I found this biscuit recipe on Food 52 and am posting it here so that I can find it again when I am ready to try baking these. Ingredients- 8 tablespoons (4 ounces) unsalted butter, frozen, plus more, for the … Continue reading →

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Marge Means Bread

Posted on June 8, 2020 by Vanalee

When we moved back to Kingwood in 2012 I became friends with Marge and visited with her at church and in her home. She loved everyone and everyone loved her. She passed away when we were on our mission in … Continue reading →

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Fanny Farmer’s Raised Waffles

Posted on April 3, 2020 by Vanalee

Makes 8-10 waffles 8-10 waffles. 1 (1/4-ounce) envelope active dry yeast or 1 1/2 teaspoons 2 cups milk, warmed 1/2 cup butter, melted 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon sugar 2 cups all-purpose flour 2 large eggs 1/4 teaspoon baking soda Add … Continue reading →

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The Best Biscuits

Posted on February 15, 2020 by Vanalee

I did a Google search for the best biscuits and I found this recipe on at momontimeout.com I am not convinced that they are the best, yet. They are really good. Mine did not bake up as high as her photos … Continue reading →

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Excellent White Bread

Posted on August 22, 2015 by Vanalee

Another recipe from the NYT Cooking. I have been looking for a good white bread recipe…I can’t wait to try this. INGREDIENTS- 2 ¼ teaspoons/7 grams active dry yeast(1 package) 1 ½ cups/355 milliliters lukewarm milk ⅓ cup/67 grams granulated sugar 1 tablespoon/15 grams kosher salt 3 tablespoons/43 grams butter, … Continue reading →

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One Hour Dinner Rolls

Posted on April 5, 2015 by Vanalee

So I have been making Julie’s Rolls forever. Then I saw the One Hour Rolls recipe on Cooking Classy and decided to try it. They turned out really well. I still like Julie’s Rolls the best but these are really good … Continue reading →

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Cornbread and Honey Butter

Posted on March 26, 2015 by Vanalee

I’ve tried so many different cornbread recipes over the years, some with no sugar, some made with a yellow cake mix (I’ll just say, “yuk”). I have found some recipes that I like on the internet and then forgot where … Continue reading →

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Sandy’s Famous French Bread

Posted on May 2, 2013 by Vanalee

Use a Kitchen Aid to make this easier! 2 pkg yeast (1+1/2 TBS instant yeast) 2 C hot water (not boiling) (+ ½ C for yeast) 3 TBS sugar 1 TBS salt 5 TBS oil 6 C flour 1 egg … Continue reading →

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Wheat Bread

Posted on February 23, 2011 by Vanalee

Japan has amazing bakeries with all kinds of wonderful bread and pastries. I have to stay away from them since bread is my biggest weakness. The challenge is finding a good wheat or multi-grain bread. The Japanese like theirs’ white. … Continue reading →

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Flour Tortillas

Posted on September 28, 2009 by Vanalee

3 cups plain flour2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon salt¼ cup plus 1 tablespoon vegetable shortening1 cup to 1 ¼ cups warm water Mix dry ingredients in a large bowl. Add shortening and cut in with a pastry blender or fork. … Continue reading →

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