We like to serve a basket full of these delicious mini-sized orange muffins on holiday mornings with freshly brewed coffee. Their bright, citrusy flavor is a refreshing treat that complements a cozy start to the day. These also make a wonderful addition to an afternoon tea platter, pairing beautifully with a variety of teas and...Read More

These family style rolls are perfect for Thanksgiving dinner or a Sunday supper. Adding potato flakes to dinner roll dough significantly improves their texture by making them softer, moister, and more tender due to the high starch content in the potato flakes which effectively traps moisture within the bread, preventing it from drying out quickly...Read More

Popovers are airy rolls with a soft interior and a crispy exterior made from egg batter and are very similar to Yorkshire pudding. Popovers require a very hot oven — so double-check that your oven temperature is correct using an oven thermometer. Popovers are wonderful to serve with stews or homemade soup. INGREDIENTS: Vegetable oil*...Read More

Irish Soda Bread is a traditional and simple bread recipe that has been a staple in Irish households for generations. This rustic loaf has a hearty crumb and a slightly tangy flavor from buttermilk. It requires no yeast or long rising time, making it one of the quickest breads to prepare. Fresh out of the...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