breakfast
My ideal breakfast waffle has a thin crisp exterior embracing a fluffy center, with just enough sweetness and flavor to make them enjoyable plain, but no so imposing that the distract from any accompaniments. In reality, many waffles are dense and heavy, weighed down by too much butter. Admittedly, there
bread
After many reasonable, but largely uninspiring attempts ate creating German-style soft pretzels at home, I recently tried some new recipes and came across a formula that worked (more to come soon). The strong alkaline condition from lye imparts the prezels with a deep, slightly bitter flavor that adds a distinctive
bread
Bagels are a food which evoke strong emotions in many people. This simple boiled roll has spread far and wide and, in the process, has led to development of many styles, each of which has their advocates. The most iconic are the New York Bagel, with its characteristic combination of
chocolate
Modifying baked goods to change the flavor profile is not always challenging. For small modifications, it may be as simple as swapping one extract for another or changing a spice combination. When ingredients have the potential to change the consistency of the batter or dough, it may require more adjustment
breakfast
Breakfast treats are a common weekend occurrence at our home, and Mother's Day is an excuse to take it to the next level.I typically make cinnamon buns using my buttermilk bread recipe and top them with a cream cheese glaze. For a special treat, I decided to
dessert
Cinnamon rolls are popular in my household, and for good reason. Sweet, soft, and fragrant with cinnamon, and perfect with a tangy cream cheese frosting. I wondered how essential cinnamon would be to the balance. What about another classic flavor, like chocolate? I prepared my usual rolls, but divided the
bread
Instead of throwing out leftover bananas, they are best used up in banana bread. If you don't have 3 large ones sufficient for this recipe, freeze them until your stock is adequate. This is a tweaked version of a recipe that I enjoy ever time. It has a
dessert
Cinnamon rolls are almost unversally loved, but also subject to strong personal preferences. The most controversial aspect is the dough: some prefer a rich, brioche-like bread while others like to contrast of a leaner dough with the sweet filling. My family falls somewhere in the middle. After trying a range