This Same Day No Mixer Focaccia Bread is not only a testament to the simplicity of Italian cuisine but also a gateway for home bakers to dive into the world of bread making without the intimidation of complex recipes or the need for specialized equipment. The high hydration of the dough ensures a moist interior…
When your sourdough starter begins to emit an aroma reminiscent of nail polish remover, it’s a telltale sign that it’s producing a substance called acetone. This occurs when the yeast and bacteria that fuel the fermentation process are out of balance, specifically when there’s an excess of bacteria producing acetic acid. As the acetic acid…
What is chitting? Chitting potatoes is a pre-planting process that encourages seed potatoes to sprout before you plant them in the ground, giving them a head start and often leading to earlier and possibly larger harvests. Here’s a simple step-by-step guide to chit your potatoes successfully. How to Chit Potatoes Step 1: Select Seed Potatoes…
This post contains references to products from one or more of our advertisers. We may receive compensation when you click a link in this post. Read my full disclosure here. Our powder room was very “builder grade” and lacked the aesthetic appeal I desired for our home. I saw the opportunity to transform this small yet…
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This post contains affiliate links. Einkorn chocolate chip cookies are a delicious and unique twist on the classic treat. Einkorn flour, an ancient variety of wheat, is known for its nutty flavor and nutritional benefits. If I am not using sourdough then I am using Einkorn! What is Einkorn flour? Einkorn flour is the only…
This Easy Make-Ahead French Toast Casserole recipe is prepared entirely the night before and all you have to do in the morning is pop it in the oven for about 30 minutes. Stale bread is not required, but by allowing it to soak in the mixture overnight you would never know it was stale. This recipe comes out so soft on the inside with slight crispy top.
French yogurt cake, also known as “gâteau au yaourt,” is a simple and popular dessert in France. This recipe is so simple yet delicious, moist, and perfect for many occasions.
This post contains affiliate links. Storing homemade bread properly is essential to maintain its freshness and taste for as long as possible. After baking your bread make sure you allow it to cool completely before storing it. My favorite way to store my homemade bread is by placing it in a linen drawstring bag and…
This post contains affiliate links. Read my full disclosure here. This simple sourdough pizza crust is soft, chewy, and tangy. The perfect recipe for those family pizza nights. I start this recipe the night before to allow longer fermentation but you can throw it together the morning of as well. This recipe will yield one…