Spring Entertaining Southern Socials The Bread Basket A collection of simple to more complex breads that feature a variety of leavening methods is the key to hosting small family Easter celebrations. If you’re having trouble locating active dry yeast at this time, just know that traditional biscuits & corn muffins make lovely additions to any […]
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Rebecca Gordon’s Cooking Class: Lesson No. 3 Flour
Rebecca Gordon’s Cooking Class Cooking & Baking Skills Lesson No. 3 Flour The Objective: Today’s lesson focuses on flour & the valuable role it plays in a variety of cooking & baking applications ranging from savory main dish dinner solutions to seasonal sweets. You may be experimenting with a little baking right now or find […]
Rebecca Gordon’s Cooking Class: Lesson No. 1 The Appendix
Rebecca Gordon’s Cooking Class Cooking & Baking Essentials Lesson No. 1 The Appendix The Objective: Today’s lesson focuses on the basic skill of measuring ingredients properly & familiarizing yourself with The Appendix which includes some general information that will help you know what temperature different foods & equipment should be & help you make quick […]
Cooking Classics: Raspberry-Strawberry Jam
Cooking Classics The Technique Raspberry-Strawberry Jam Aside from accompanying a selection of homemade breakfast breads such as Buttermilk-Cornmeal English Muffins & Cornmeal Scones, Raspberry-Strawberry Jam is a delicious blend of fruit that may be used for a number of lovely dessert applications. Jam is essentially fruit & sugar that is cooked down to a spreadable consistency. When […]
Baking Classics: Vanilla Bean-Pear Frangipane Tarts
Baking Classics Southern Socials Vanilla Bean-Pear Frangipane Tarts A French pastry dough classic, Buttermilk Pâte Brisée, serves as the base for this simple dessert while fresh Bosc pears & frangipane offer lovely flavor & depth. Frangipane is a filling prepared with almonds or almond flour that is most often used in tarts. It’s quick to make & highlights […]
The Basics: Bosc Pears
Cooking & Baking Essentials The Technique Bosc Pears Bosc pears are a hearty variety known for their firm flesh making them an excellent choice to use when cooking applications are in order. Expect a sweet, crisp fruit that is ideal for tarts & cakes. They are available in markets beginning in September & last through […]
The Essential Guide To Classic French Desserts
Cooking & Baking Essentials The Technique The Essential Guide To Classic French Desserts A striking selection of handcrafted petite cakes, custards, pastries & cookies are perfect to offer guests & loved ones for a number of occasions from Valentine’s Day to bridal teas. Over the past year or so, I have featured many classic French […]
Winter Entertaining: French Rolls
Winter Entertaining Southern Socials French Rolls French classics ranging from Salade Niçoise, Lyonnaise Salad & a Lemon-Herb Roasted Chicken are always better when served with homemade bread. A versatile recipe of Ficelle may be divided into 2-ounce portions & crafted in all sorts of beautiful shapes. Long, skinny bread sticks, simple rounds of dough or batons are just […]
