I had some ripe bananas on hand and wanted to bake some muffins with them. I was craving something healthy, quick, and easy to go with my morning coffee. When I started looking for recipe ideas, I came across this recipe on wellplated.com I was intrigued by the gluten-free and sugar free aspects of the
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Hot Dog Buns
I have been baking bread from scratch for several years now, and I love the aroma and flavor of fresh baked bread, buns, rolls, pizza, etc. Hot Dog Buns, however have been more of a challenge than other breads. Either the consistency is wrong and they fall apart while eating, or they are too long,
DCFM Local Food Pickup Pilot
Dane County Farmer’s Market Pilots Local Food Pickup Pilot Program During this time of social distancing the Dane County Farmer’s Market Late Winter Market at Garver Feed Mill has found a way to help support local farmers and provide consumers with an opportunity to still purchase local food direct from the farmers. Wednesday April 8
Bagelicious
Weekend Baking Project: Bagels I have been making my own bagels at home for years. They are super easy and fun to make. If you have kids, get them in on the project, and they can learn a little about creativity, math and the science of baking at the same time. They will love shaping
Rice and Lentil Hot Pot
Rice and Lentil Hot Pot Pre-prep: 1 cup rice, rinsed (I used jasmine) 1 cup lentils, rinsed (I used green) Cook rice and lentils as directed on packaging, then store in the refrigerator until ready to use, if not using immediately. Hot Pot Ingredients: Pre-Prepped rice and lentils 2-3 cloves garlic crushed (we like more
Savory Star Bread
If you are still planning your Super Bowl snacks, add this one to your menu! It’s quick, easy and showstopper beautiful! This recipe is based on the King Arthur Flour Cinnamon Star Bread Recipe. I love the cinnamon bread recipe for special occasions and holidays and it was super easy to convert to a savory version
Winter Farmer’s Market
The “Late Winter” Dane County Farmer’s Market started out 2020 in a new location, at Garver Feed Mill today. The beautifully renovated space is a great new home for the winter market and it was packed with interested shoppers this morning. I love that we can get fresh, local greens and other goodies year round at the Dane County
Happy New Year 2020!
Happy New Decade 2020! As I look forward with anticipation to what is to come, I reflect briefly on what has been during the past decade as well. In 2010 I started working at Sub-Zero Group, a position which enabled me to rebuild my retirement fund, after living my dream of owning a small business
Holiday Baking
Some of my favorite holiday memories are of baking cookies, breads and other treats, and making candies. Growing up we always had cut out sugar cookies and ginger cookies, as well as fudge, english toffee, chocolate steamed pudding, and Norwegian favorites, rosettes and fatiman. As an adult I have added new favorites including King Arthur
Thanksgiving Traditions
Thanksgiving Traditions We Honor Each Year Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday because it’s all about food, friends and family, all things I’m very thankful for. I have many memories of Thanksgivings past, and most include the smells, tastes and sights of the feast shared by friends and family. None of my Thanksgiving memories are about