INGREDIENTS: 1 cup warm water (110-115 degrees) 1 1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast 2 cups unbleached bread flour 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided 6 oz. brie cheese, rind removed, sliced, and torn into pieces 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped 1 1/4 cups firm red grapes, washed 2 teaspoons flaked sea salt,...Read More

It’s that time of year when home gardens are burgeoning with zucchini. This is the best recipe for a moist nut bread that everyone loves. For a healthier version, replace part of the all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour. This recipe also works perfectly for muffins! INGREDIENTS: 3 cups all-purpose flour (may substitute with half...Read More

INGREDIENTS: 1 cup sifted all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 3/4 teaspoon salt 3 cups whole-bran cereal 1/2 cup seedless raisins 1/3 cup shortening 1/2 cup sugar 1 egg 1 cup buttermilk METHOD: Preheat oven to 400°F.  Line standard-sized muffin pan cups with paper liners. Sift flour with baking powder, soda,...Read More

These peach-filled muffins are my favorite muffins to serve for summer brunches. It’s a large batch recipe — and these muffins freeze beautifully. INGREDIENTS: 2 cups finely chopped fresh peaches 1 1/2 cups sugar 1/2 cup butter, at room temperature 2 eggs 1 1/2 cups milk 4 cups all-purpose flour 4 teaspoons baking powder 1...Read More

INGREDIENTS: 1 cup warm water 105º to 115º 1 tablespoon sugar 1 teaspoon flour, all-purpose 2 envelopes yeast 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup rye flour 1/2 cup whole-grain wheat flour 2 1/4 cups bread flour 3/4 cup kalamata olives, drained, coarsely chopped METHOD: Combine water, sugar, and all-purpose flour...Read More

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

This pita bread is baked at a lower temperature than other recipes, resulting in a soft, white bread that we love. Before serving, brush with olive oil and lightly toast in a hot skillet with a little olive oil. Serve wedges of pita with dips as a wrap for sandwiches. INGREDIENTS: 1 tablespoon active dry...Read More