Moist, tender, and lightly spiced, zucchini bread is the perfect way to celebrate summer’s bounty. Grated zucchini melts seamlessly into the batter, adding moisture and subtle sweetness without overpowering the loaf. Warm notes of cinnamon and vanilla make it comforting and aromatic, while nuts or chocolate chips can be added for extra richness. Delicious for...Read More

Straight from the pages of the 1956 Betty Crocker Cookbook, Butter Dips are a nostalgic treat that fall somewhere between a biscuit and a breadstick. Buttery on the outside and tender on the inside, these golden strips of dough are perfect for dipping into soups, stews, or chili. The charm of this recipe lies in...Read More

This pumpkin bread is a cozy update to the classic recipe. While older versions skipped vanilla extract, adding it here makes all the difference. The vanilla gently softens the spice notes and gives the bread a smooth, well-rounded flavor—a little pastry chef’s trick that elevates the whole loaf. Just be sure to bake it fully;...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

INGREDIENTS: 2 cups sifted all-purpose flour 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup butter, softened 1 cup sugar 2 eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 cup milk 1 cup fresh blueberries (or thawed and drained frozen blueberries) Confectioners’ sugar METHOD: Preheat oven to 375°F. Line muffin pan cups with paper liners. Combine...Read More