November is a great time for pumpkin spice and everything nice, but it’s also the perfect time to celebrate National Bread Month. The wheat that U.S. farmers grow is exceptionally adept at creating tasty, homemade bread, so be sure to celebrate this homegrown holiday. One bushel of wheat can produce 90 loaves of whole wheat […]
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Celebrate National Real Sugar Day
On October 14, celebrate the gold standard of sweetness – real sugar! The real sugar we stock in our pantry and use in many of our favorite recipes is grown by sugar beet and sugar cane farmers across the United States. National Real Sugar Day is a day to celebrate the people who harvest sugar crops, learn […]
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies
Fall is here, and what better way to celebrate the season than by baking some mouthwatering pumpkin chocolate chip cookies with your students? These cookies are the epitome of fall comfort food, blending the warm spices of pumpkin pie with the rich sweetness of chocolate chips. A perfect blend of flavors for the season! Take […]
Elevate Your Labor Day Weekend Entertaining with Home-Baked Goods
Labor Day weekend is just around the corner, and that means it’s time to start planning your celebrations! Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue, a cozy indoor gathering, or simply looking to indulge in delicious treats, incorporating home-baked goods into your festivities can take your entertaining game to a whole new level. There’s something undeniably […]
This Sticky Bun Recipe is Perfect for A Weekend of Fun!
Are you ready for an adventure? This Sticky Buns recipe from Sunflour Flour at Hopkinsville Milling is perfect for the Easter weekend with your family and friends. Sticky, gooey, chewy and fun – this is a recipe that will even impress your harshest critics! For the Caramel Glaze -1 package yeast-¼ cup lukewarm water-¾ cup […]
April is National Soft Pretzel Month
That’s right, National Soft Pretzel Month is upon us, and it’s time to twist, dip, and savor these doughy delights like never before. These delicious snacks are incredibly versatile, and therefore have enjoyed a rich history of captivating taste buds for centuries. Originating in Europe during the Middle Ages, pretzels were initially associated with religious […]
Authentic Linzer Cookies
Linzer cookies are a holiday staple in many homes and at many cookie swaps, in fact, they’re probably on the list of All-Time Favorite Cookies Ever! With a dollop of raspberry jam peeking through the top of a delicate, nutty, buttery cookie sandwich, all covered in a dusting of confectioners’ sugar—you just can’t beat a […]
Fun Paintbrush Cookies
Kids of all ages, from 3 to 103, will love these fun & tasty Paintbrush cookies! Blend the art and science of baking with your creative side. Try mixing and matching with different cookie cutter shapes and a rainbow of food coloring. Ingredient List COOKIES: 2 ¼ cups sifted all-purpose flour, plus extra for dusting […]
The Family Dinner Project’s deck of food and activities
Holiday gatherings are filled with fun, family and delicious dishes prepared by loved ones! With so many different people gathered around the table, each with their own expectations, sometimes a little structure is needed to help keep things on track! You’ll love The Family Dinner Project’s deck of food and activities for the “advent” of […]
Our Favorite Pilgrim Bread Recipe
By Sharon Davis- HomeBaking.org I’ll keep this short to allow you time to bake what is one of the tried-and-true breads of my life—Pilgrim Bread. The original recipe—splattered and worn—is in my More-with-Less Cookbook by Doris Janzen Longacre. This bread is great baked in small batches for family or nearby neighbors as well as large batches like […]
