Tips for cooking pasta perfectly every single time:
1. Add salt to the boiling water just before introducing the pasta, opting for a mineral-rich salt for enhanced flavor & better for you!
2. Stir the pasta frequently, especially at the beginning, to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
3. Place a wooden spoon across the top of the pot to prevent it from boiling over.
4. Reserve a cup of pasta water before draining; this starchy water can be used to thin out your sauce while enhancing its flavor.
5. Cook the pasta to āal dente,ā meaning it should have a slight bite. This way, when you add the sauce, the pasta will be perfectly cooked.
āHappy Cookingā
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Grab my free content for June before we kick off Julyās new theme!! Join me on a sourdough journey where Iāll guide you through creating your own starter from scratch, making it easier than ever. Youāll also discover the secret to using sourdough discard to whip up a variety of delicious recipes. Itās the ultimate way to minimize waste and maximize flavor in your kitchen adventures! āØ
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Have you heard the news? Exciting creations are simmering in my kitchen ā you wonāt want to miss out on this!
Dive into a world of creativity with our new subscription service! š Our inaugural theme: Sourdough Starter/Discard. Discover endless possibilities to elevate your meals and bond with your family through amazing creations. āØ From crackers to delicious pastries, youāll master the art of sourdough discard and more!
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SNOW DAY 2024 in the books!!
Pizza dough turned into pizza rolls. This is a great way to change up the normal āpizza nightā and make rolls to dip into pizza sauce!
Divide up your dough into small pieces and get your kids in the kitchen with you! Flatten the small ball of dough, place your fav ingredients with some cheese and pinch closed and roll into a ball.
Place in a dish and let rise for 30 min. Brush with garlic, herb olive oil. Bake at 400 degrees for 25-30 min, until lightly golden brown on bottom. Dip into your fav pizza sauce!
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From Cream to Gold: The Butter-Making Journey!
With soaring prices, Iāve been relying on the ācheaperā butter due to frequent use. I began to wonder if I bought a pint of organic heavy whipping cream, how much butter that would yield and whether it would justify making my own butter from this point onward.
The Outcome: It produced 2 sticks of butter, contrasting with the 4 sticks typically found in a carton of the ācheaperā butter. However, considering the superior quality and flavor of the organic cream, I believe itās definitely worthwhile to make it weekly. Having this better option on hand for my family feels like a valuable choice.
Ok now to āHow Do you Make the Butterā Chalee?! šš»
STEP 1: whip, whip, whip it up!
I started by putting my bowl in the freezer so itās nice and chilled (not entirely necessary but does speed along the whipping process).
STEP 2: whip until butter forms and separates from the buttermilk. Itās incredible to watch how it transforms.
I did switch to my hand held mixer which sped it along. My KitchenAid mixer doesnāt do the best getting the sides without scraping a ton.
STEP 3: collect the butter from the buttermilk and squeeze out as much buttermilk as possible.
STEP 4: use filtered water to wash out the butter of any buttermilk until itās a beautiful clump of golden deliciousness.
STEP 5: divide butter and roll into parchment paper. You can add salt if youāre wanting salted butter. I will use mine for baking so I donāt want the added salt.
STEP 6: refrigerate until hardened or leave out and devour right away!! Thereās nothing like fresh made butter! One day I will get my hands on some raw milk and make the best!!
Do NOT THROW OUT THAT BUTTERMILK!! It can be used in cakes, pancakes, biscuits! The fact that you just made butter, then created another ingredient out of it to make even more food!! Isnāt it just the best to not waste?!!
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Have an extra ripe banana laying around?! This is the perfect recipe for you, your kids or any breakfast charcuterie party!!
Iāve been making these banana oat pancakes since my kids were tiny! For some of you, the thought of anything banana is an immediate NO! Trust me, I used to be the same. But this recipe transformed me and Iāve never looked back š
Banana Oat Pancakes
1 banana
2 eggs
1/2 cup oats
1/4 cup applesauce
1 tsp vanilla
1 1/2 tsp cinnamon
Blend all ingredients together and cook them like normal pancakes. I usually 4x this recipe and freeze half so itās easy to pull out a breakfast or snack! You can also add less cinnamon but I LOVE cinnamon!
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Merry Christmas!! š Each year I make a special breakfast and Iām marking this recipe as a new family tradition!! Better then cinnamon rolls, yes I said it and just WOW on the flavor and texture!!
Sourdough Christmas Star, layers of delicious dough with cinnamon/sugar gooey delight that packs a punch in your mouth! Plus a glaze that adds that perfect finishing touch! Youāre going to want to add this to your arsenal as well!!
Recipe is from @turner.farm. I added a glaze on mine!
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Indulge in a post-Thanksgiving breakfast delight thatās both swift and uncomplicated. Transform your leftover mashed potatoes into a crisp waffle base, complemented by perfectly cooked over-easy eggs. Crown this creation with a generous sprinkle of Parmesan, then elevate the flavors with a dash of Redmond salt. Watch as your taste buds dance with joy.
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Banana Chocolate Chip Breakfast Bars
This recipe came from an excess of ripened bananas and wanting to revamp the normal banana bread that Iāve never enjoyed. If you know me I LOVE food so it was necessary for me to create a healthy treat so my bananas could be used up! Cause no waste here!! These breakfast bars have become one of my favorite recipes that my kids enjoy as well.
This recipe is gluten free, no added sugar other then the chocolate chips (I like Enjoy Life brandābetter ingredients) and a great ātreatā without all the junk!
Recipe:
- 2 ripe bananas
- 1 cup peanut butter (or nut butter of choice)
- 1/4 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup oat flour (whirl up oatmeal to make your own)
- 1/3 cup maple syrup
- 1 egg
- 2 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp baking soda
- Pinch of salt
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (plus more for top)
Directions:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees
- Mashed bananas, add in all other ingredients and mix together
- Add to a greased 9x13 pan, spreading evenly
- Add more chocolate chips on top, if desired.
- Bake for 20 min until set and lightly brown around edges
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I LOVE sharing my favorite tools I use for baking! Having the right tools makes all the difference, plus who doesnāt love a good off-set spatula?!! In each episode I have linked my favorite things so you too can share in the joy š
Hereās the link to my fav-Game-Changing Spatula located at the bottom of my recipe:
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Easy Morning Hack: Sheet Pan Pancakes for Quick andĀ Delicious Breakfast!
Mix up your favorite pancake batter or grab a healthy pancake mix! You can add protein powder for that extra boost to cut down on that sugar spike in the morning and sprinkle on your favorite toppings to make breakfast time a breeze.
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This weeks episode will be a quick, versatile and healthy prep worthy recipe!
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Happy Saturday!!! Changing things up this week so make sure to sign up for my newsletter to stay up to date with all things!! Of course you donāt want to miss anything!
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Fall in love with the perfect treat: Apple Cider Donuts!
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š° Exciting News! š My latest newsletter is hot out of the oven, featuring todayās delectable baking episode and a batch of other fun blogs. š° Dive in now to satisfy your cravings for sweet inspiration! ā”ļø Link in bio.
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TOMORROW is the day! Donāt miss the first FALL inspired recipe! The best flavors, the best weather and the kickoff to the best time of the year!
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