How to Deep Fry Clams: National Deep Fried Clam Day
National Deep Fried Clams Day is a super day to celebrate on November 1st. Different Types of Clams: There are many varieties of clams, but most all fall into two categories: soft-shelled hard-shelled Ways to Purchase Clams: They might be sold: fresh canned shucked Clam Precautions: If you purchase fresh clams, test each to be certain every one is tightly closed. If they are slightly open, make sure they close up tightly when touched....
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 Bake Great Oatmeal Muffins: Oatmeal Muffin Day
Oatmeal Muffin Day deserves a really great recipe that you can use over & over again, even making additions for more flair. That’s just what I’m giving you on such a day as this to enjoy with your family for years to come. Oatmeal muffins are not only delicious, but the oatmeal adds a healthy grain. If desired, any complimentary flavorful spices or fruit can be added as well, such as diced apples, chopped apricots,...
How to Bake Black Bottom Cupcakes for National Chocolate Cupcake Day
It’s National Chocolate Cupcake Day, and did you know that almost any cake batter can be transformed into cupcakes? Just pour the batter into muffin tins lined with paper cupcake holders. How to Bake Black Bottom Cupcakes: You could bake cupcakes in flat bottomed ice cream cones. Cupcakes can take any kind of decorative & embellished frostings. These are generally baked at 350 degrees F for 18-20 min. It’s best to...
National Dessert Day: How to Bake Fudge Chiffon Cake
The 2nd Thursday in October marks National Dessert Day! Isn’t it just the truth that the child in us loves dessert? In fact, there are times that we could very well enjoy dessert for every course of our meal. Satisfy your sweet tooth for a fudge chiffon cake recipe. How to Bake Fudge Chiffon Cake: For this recipe, use a 10 inch tube pan, and room temperature ingredients. Type: Cake Recipe Serve with: chocolate icing, ice cream...
Web Chef Review: How to Bake Betty Crocker Super Moist Rainbow Bit Cake Mix
Today, I’m not just telling you about Betty Crocker Super Moist Rainbow Bit Cake Mix, I’m baking it for you too! I know, I know…the instructions are on the back. That’s right, for those out there who are more advanced, but for some people, this too can be a daunting task. So, for all of you needing a bit more of an explanation on the baking, and for the rest of you, it’s a great way to see how this...
How to Bake Date Nut Bread: National Date Nut Bread Day
September 8th is National Date Nut Bread Day, and this Date Nut Bread recipe will soothe your senses & your taste buds. Quick breads like date nut bread are delightfully tasty. Made with nuts & fruit, they remain moist & store well. If keeping them for more than 1 day or 2, it’s best refrigerated or frozen. How to Bake Date Nut Bread: The addition of different types of nuts, and even fresh apple chunks, makes this an...
How to Bake Apricot Sesame Breadcrumb Cookies
Last night, my sweet tooth got the better of me, and I had a few moments to spare… …so I wanted something that was a bit sweet, maybe warm and really delicious, maybe reminiscent of being a tiny bit healthy too would be good, to alleviate the guilt! LOL So, I thought I would make some breadcrumb cookies after looking through my ingredients and what I had in the pantry. I dreamed up a bit of an Asian inspired flavor, as I...
How to Bake Apple Pie Quickbread
Apple Pie Quickbread is quick & easy to make, and just as speedy in disappearing! What sounds better than homemade apple pie? Not much, right? Well, today, I’m sharing with you my specially created recipe for my friends at Alpha Beta Pie (shout out to Jewlz Bailey), for Apple Pie Quickbread. This recipe is reminiscent of that wholesome, favorite, grandma-used-to-make pie flavors just about everyone LOVES, apple &...
How to Bake Breadcrumb Chocolate Chip Cookies
As I was searching my brain for something to make for a sweet treat tonight, I thought of making some cookies. Oatmeal raisin crossed my mind, as did chocolate chip cookies, maybe with a bit of oatmeal in them even. However, then a grand idea hit me for a really interesting and unique option for cookies that I’ve never heard of myself, nor tried making before… I have a lot of different flavored bread crumbs in my pantry...
What Could be Better Than Chocolate Cake?
Got a sweet tooth? Do you love chocolate? Do you love cake? Well, how about a killer Chocolate Cake Recipe you can make and enjoy? How about a chocolate cake recipe that is healthier for you than the usual recipes? I have found one online for you all. “How can it be healthier?” you may ask…Well, instead of using saturated fats such as shortening or vegetable oil, this recipe happens to use olive oil, which has health...
How to Bake Whole Wheat Banana Peanut Bread
Healthier and more nutritious is always the best way to go. With this whole wheat bread, you eliminate all the refined white flour, and replace it with an ingredient more substantial. Adding peanuts, other nuts or seeds gives this bread more texture, flavor, and nutrition. Type: Bread Recipe Serve With: Milk & Enjoy! Prep Time: 10 min Cook Time: 40-50 min Yield: 1 loaf Ingredients: 2 cups whole wheat flour 2 tbsp wheat germ – Tip:...
How to Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Muffins
Don’t these muffins sound sinful? Well, they’re not very sinful…In fact, they’re kind of healthy. I use a whole wheat flour base instead of all-purpose flour, and add some nutritious ingredients that get “hidden” so that your family won’t even know they’re healthier for them! LOL Type: Muffin Recipe Serve With: Milk & Enjoy! Prep Time: 10 min Cook Time: 20-22 mins Yield: 12 large...