Baking Classics The Technique Snickerdoodles There is debate as to whether snickerdoodles are of German or New England origin however what has remained consistent over the decades are the ingredients of the highly popular cookie. The simplicity in preparation & flavor of this molded cookie style makes it a favorite for everyone. Once the dough […]
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Baking Classics: Holiday Spice Kipferl
Baking Classics The Technique Holiday Spice Kipferl Once a technique has been mastered, the possibilities are endless. Holiday Spice Kipferl offer warm scent & taste plus the bonus of being just a bit larger in size than their Vanille Kipferl counterpart. Look to Three Essential Molded Cookies for pointers on preparing this particular cookie style […]
Holiday Entertaining: Three Essential Molded Cookies
Holiday Entertaining Southern Socials Three Essential Molded Cookies Gingerbread Snowballs & Chocolate-Gingerbread Thumbprints are classified as molded cookies. Once the dough has been blended, it is shaped before baking. They may be as simple as rolled balls of dough, crescents or other specific shapes. Molded cookies are often times dusted with powdered sugar or filled […]
Baking Classics: Kipferl
Baking Classics The Technique Kipferl Kipferls are Austrian cookies from Vienna shaped to represent the crescent on the Turkish flag. They are most often prepared with ground almonds however many nuts such as pecans & walnuts may be substituted in basic formulas to yield equally delicious results. Vanille Kipferl are one of the most popular […]
The Essential Guide To Six Classic Cookie Styles
Baking Classics The Glossary The Essential Guide To Six Classic Cookie Styles A lovely selection of handcrafted holiday cookies are ideal to offer guests for a number of social gatherings that may be planned from open house celebrations to selecting the perfect collection to leave out on Christmas eve. Cookies may be classified into six […]
Three Essential Ginger Christmas Cookies
Holiday Entertaining Southern Socials Three Essential Ginger Christmas Cookies Hand crafted cookies are a must during the holidays & it’s always a good idea to have a few traditional recipes available to begin the baking season. The holidays simply are not complete until several dozen Buttermilk Gingerbread Cookies have been baked. These iconic shapes may […]
How To Prepare The Turkey In Advance For Baking
Cooking Classics The Technique How To Prepare The Turkey In Advance For Baking Having a manageable timeline to follow on Thanksgiving Day requires that many recipes should be prepped as far in advance as possible. Dedicating a little time to the turkey today will ensure a quick deposit into the oven tomorrow. Adding the seasonings […]
How To Make Turkey Gravy
Cooking Classics The Technique How To Make Turkey Gravy A refresher course for making gravy is always a good idea this time of the year. Although this recipe begins by using the drippings once the turkey has been baked, you can just as easily substitute chicken broth, prepare it as directed up to two days […]
