How to Scald Milk for Baking + Video
Don’t worry…Many people don’t know what it means to Scald Milk for Baking! In fact, it’s somewhat of an outdated practice unless you’re a serious baker. However, there was a reason why scalding milk was important back in the day. Firstly, it killed any potentially harmful bacteria that was in the milk. Secondly, it destroyed enzymes that keep milk from thickening in recipes. Nowadays, scalding is...
How to Make Granola: National Oatmeal Day
National Oatmeal Day is here, and oatmeal isn’t just for breakfast… It’s versatile as lunch, used in breads & other baking, as well as snacks and the like. Oatmeal Nutrition: When it comes to nutritional value, oats have it. This is especially so for fiber in oatmeal. Half is insoluble, which helps digestion, and the other half is soluble, which lowers cholesterol. All oats are whole grain. Types of Oatmeal: Oats...
How to Make Strawberry Freezer Jam + Video
Freezer jam always seems to capture the real essence and taste of the fruit used, especially when it comes to Strawberry Freezer Jam. We are particularly fond of berry jams, but we try to freeze some of each fruit as it comes into season, so we are able to use fruit fresh from the plant or tree. Not only do we use this strawberry jam as a condiment for toast, pancakes or crepes, but we also use it in sauces, vinaigrettes, yogurt and...
How to Cook Traditional French Toast
French toast is a marvelous way to start your morning… …not only because it tastes amazing, or smells mouthwatering, but because it`s so quick and easy to make too. You will likely have all of the ingredients you`ll need, and you can whip up a quick breakfast in a jiffy! So delicious, this Classic Recipe is something you will always love. Type: Breakfast Serve With: Canadian maple syrup and/or powdered sugar Prep Time: 3...
How to Make Peanut Butter Cream Cheese Frosting
Today, I made Peanut Butter Banana Muffins, and decided to accompany them with some amazing Peanut Butter Cream Cheese Frosting on half of them. This is not super sweet either, so it’s edible for even those people who don’t enjoy really sweet treats. Type: Dessert Recipe Serve With: on brownies, cupcakes or muffin Prep Time: 5 mins Yield: enough for 2 dozen muffins Ingredients: 4 oz cream cheese – softened 1/4 cup...
It’s National Pecan Sandies Day: Here’s the Recipe
USA (COOKING WITH KIMBERLY NEWS) – What’s a Pecan Sandie? Well, why not spend the day trying to find out about these tasty tidbits since it’s National Pecan Sandies Day in the USA! More of a Southern treat, as they have a plethora of pecan trees giving shade and producing lovely nuts right now. What makes a pecan sandy a great cookie? Of course, it’s a simple recipe that highlights a fabulous ingredient –...
How to Make Homemade Whipped Cream + Video
There is nothing tastier than Homemade Whipped Cream. If you’ve never tried it, and are still eating those store-bought whipped products, YOU HAVE NO IDEA WHAT YOU’RE MISSING! Try it…It’s easy and so worth the small effort! Homemade Whipped Cream: Don’t succumb to settling for what comes in a package or a tub at your grocer. With two ingredients & just a few minutes, you will have the tastiest...
How to Cook Southern Chocolate Gravy
We received this delectable recipe from Travis at BumMarketingMethod.com with a great story… Now, although he makes this for Christmas morning, it sounds great for delicious treats all year round! Enjoy! *** This is my favorite morning of the year! Doesn’t everything just feel cleaner, more peaceful and beautiful this morning? I l-o-v-e Christmas morning and I wanted to share with you one of my very favorite southern...
How to Make Kimberly’s Canadian Homemade Holiday Eggnog
What’s better than Eggnog at Christmas? Homemade Eggnog at Christmas! It’s not like the stuff you buy in a carton at the store…let me tell you!!! Try it! You’ll be glad you did! ~ Kimberly Edwards 😀 Type: Holiday Beverage Recipe Serve With: Brandy or Panama Jack, if desired. Check out my Panama-Nog recipe! Prep Time: ~ 3 min + Refrigeration Cook Time: ~ 15 min Yield: ~ 5 cups Nutrition Facts: I use organic...