Produce from Frog Song Farms arrived on the “Fox TV” set. Andria and I do not know what is in it. We wanted to peek, but we kept the box sealed so we could open it on live TV. The pressure will be building and we are preparing for a […]
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Cooking With Family
Kale, Pecans and Blueberry Salad 1 medium bunch of kale 1 cup pecans, toasted 1 cup dried blueberries, cherries and cranberries Dressing: 1/2 cup olive oil 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar 2 tablespoons maple syrup 1 teaspoon dried mustard Place kale in food processor and process about 1/2 minute […]
A Sweet Bread Shaped like a Dove-The Symbol of Peace
The look on Carson and Paige’s face shows how excited they were for the Easter Bread that their mom made. This bread has been around for centuries and has likely made kids jump for joy for many generations. It has a fascinating history like so many other Italian foods. Easter […]
Micro Greens
One of my favorite culinary medicine applications is growing and -serving- micro greens. Planting and harvesting them yourself is such a great way to introduce a novel food into your diet. They are easy to grow and are ready at a moments notice for any meal or snack. […]
Nothing Bundt Cakes-Double Chocolate and Red Velvet or Almond Flour Bundt Cakes
Red Velvet and Double Chocolate mini bundt cakes send a special message of love for Valentine’s Day. It can be made with almond flour for a higher protein dessert and whipped yogurt as a topping. Almond Flour Chocolate Cake 4 large eggs, beaten 1/2 cup honey 1 tablespoon vanilla 1 […]
100% Spelt Sourdough Bread
Ancient grains like spelt, leavened with wild yeasts found in sourdough cultures, produce bread that fits on a low FODMAP diet. Those suffering from IBS (irritable bowel syndrome) or gastrointestinal (GI) problems after eating processed foods or gluten may actually be reacting to fructans. Wheat (along with onions) is thought to […]
Panettone
Andria and Ashley found one of the perks of living in Italy included a short walk to the bakery for fresh bread. The bread loaves in Fabriano were baked without salt which took a little getting use to. Panettone, on the other hand, was love at first bite. A wonderful, orange zest-flavored sweet bread […]
Secret for Crusty, Flavorful Bread – Fermentation
Every bakery has fresh bread but there is only one place in the whole world that can produce crusty, warm bread that you can sink your teeth into just minutes out of the oven. That one special place is your own kitchen. Artisan breads are often seen as so amazing and elusive that […]