Homemade egg noodles are a Mennonite/German tradition. As a young girl my introduction into making noodles was by my grandmother and later on my mother-in-law. I still have my mother-in-law’s Atlas noodle maker and it has made many, many noodles.
The summer herald of fruit is berries! I love all kinds of berries and blackberries is one of my favorites. Blackberries differ slightly from black raspberries as they do a bit of a soft stem in them.
Mother’s Day is rapidly approaching. What mother doesn’t love flowers and candy? So why not combine the two! These delicious Strawberry Cream Chocolate Roses have a wonderful strawberry flavor and a lovely eye appeal. It’s flowers and candy all in one!
Hot Cross Buns are traditionally eaten on Good Friday in various countries of the world. These spiced sweet buns mark the end of Lent with the cross representing the crucifixion and the spices Jesus burial. Sourdough Hot Cross Buns are a delicious spin off of the traditional yeast recipe and chockful of raisins and spices.
Potatoes have been a staple in many countries for years. Did you know there are over 200 varieties of potatoes sold throughout the United States? The potatoes featured in this recipe are Yukon Golds. These potatoes have a lovely yellow color and a buttery flavor. Air Fried Potatoes Wedges are so good it is hard to stop with just a few. The outside layer is a bit crisp and the inside melt-in-your-mouth tender!
Sourdough Challah! What could be better than a soft, slightly sweet braided loaf of bread. This bread is enriched with eggs and is delicious served with just a pat of salted butter.
Spring is in the air as the days are longer, the sun is warmer, and of course time to start thinking of planting my garden. One veggie you will always find in my garden is eggplants. I love eating them in all kinds of ways.
Hot Cross Buns are an Easter Tradition dating bake to the 1500’s. Enriched with eggs, raisins or currents, and a bit of dairy these buns are a pleasure to eat.
Sourdough Dilly Cottage Cheese Bread is a remake of a popular casserole type bread that won the 1960 Pillsbury Bake-off contest. Not only does this bread have a terrific taste but it fills the house with a wonderful aroma while it is baking. I know it sounds like a crazy amount of dill but it is just perfect!
Scones are a sweet biscuit often served with tea. These delicious scones are made with sourdough starter and chockful of cinnamon and apples.
