INGREDIENTS: 2 packages active dry yeast 1 1/4 cups warm water 1 teaspoon sugar 1 cup rye flour 1 cup whole wheat flour 1/4 cup dark molasses 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa 1 tablespoon instant coffee powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup (about) bread flour 1/2 cup raisins 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 2 tablespoons cornmeal 1...Read More

This bread is superb for turkey or ham sandwiches! INGREDIENTS: 2 3/4 cups warm water (105°F – 115°F) 2 packages active dry yeast (or 2 scant tablespoons) 1/2 cup firmly-packed dark brown sugar 3 tablespoons butter, melted 4 teaspoons salt 3 tablespoons orange zest 1/3 cup dark molasses 3 3/4 cups unsifted rye flour 5...Read More

 This rye bread recipe yields a loaf that is soft and flavorful — and makes delicious toast! INGREDIENTS: 1 (1/4 oz.) envelope (or 1 scant tablespoon) active dry yeast 1 tablespoon sugar 3 tablespoons butter, melted 1 egg 1 cup milk, warmed (about 110°F) 1 1/2 teaspoons salt 1 cup rye flour 2 1/2 cups...Read More

We’ve been told these are much like the maple oat scones sold at Starbucks. You be the judge! INGREDIENTS: For the scones: 1 cup oats (quick or old-fashioned) 1 1/2 cups flour 2 tablespoons sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon baking powder 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup 2 1/2 tablespoons cold butter (small pieces) 1...Read More

INGREDIENTS: 8 ounces mascarpone cheese, room temperature 8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon almond extract 2 tablespoons milk 4 teaspoons sugar Apricot jam 24 fresh apricots 12 slices brioche bread 8 eggs 1/2 cup milk Vegetable oil METHOD: In a mixing bowl, combine mascarpone, cream cheese, vanilla and almond...Read More

This healthy summer salad is made with kale and a tangy-sweet poppy seed dressing that goes wonderfully with fried chicken or barbecued ribs. INGREDIENTS: For the dressing: 3 tablespoons cider vinegar 2 tablespoons honey 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard 2 teaspoons poppy seeds 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 3 tablespoons vegetable oil...Read More

This sweet-tangy Southern coleslaw is delicious with pulled pork sandwiches or grilled meat. INGREDIENTS: Slaw: 1 large head of green cabbage, finely shredded* 1 medium bell pepper, finely chopped 1 medium sweet onion, finely chopped 2 carrots, grated Dressing: 1 cup sugar 1 teaspoon salt 2/3 cup vegetable oil 1 teaspoon dry mustard 1 teaspoon...Read More

This old-fashioned side dish is a staple at our Memorial Day and Fourth of July picnics and is also the most requested potluck dish we take to parties. As you can tell from the name, this is an old family favorite — my Southern grandmother always had a pot of beans simmering on the back...Read More

What we like about this creamy avocado dressing recipe is its versatility — with a few simple changes, you have an entirely ‘new’ dressing. Ripe avocados add a healthy richness and eliminates the need to use mayonnaise or additional oil to make it creamy. INGREDIENTS: 1 ripe avocado 6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 6...Read More

This bright-flavored, gingery dressing wakes up kale salad in the best way. Also, try it as a topping or sauce for grain and vegetable bowls. INGREDIENTS: DRESSING 1/2 cup peeled, roughly chopped carrot (1 large carrot) 1 tablespoon minced white onion 3/4 inch piece fresh ginger, peeled 2 tablespoon rice wine vinegar 1 teaspoon coconut...Read More