We tried this recipe based on what was in our pantry: http://www.bakeorbreak.com/2012/09/chocolate-chip-snack-cake/ and it was delicious. (Dec. 2016)
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Blueberry lemon almond crisp
We tried this healthier version of crisp. Recipe here: http://cookieandkate.com/2015/blueberry-almond-crisp/ (Dec. 2016)
Blueberry cornmeal skillet cake
We tried this recipe but used blue corn meal instead of yellow: http://www.growforagecookferment.com/blueberry-cornmeal-skillet-cake/ (Nov. 2016)
Simple pound cake
We tried this Ina Garten recipe: http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ina-garten/plain-pound-cake-recipe.html but reduced the sugar to 1 ¾ cups and salt to ¾ tsp. This recipe yields 2 regular loaves, or 1 regular loaf and 3 mini-loaves (one of which is depicted). Fill the loaves only ½ way, as the batter expands while baking. During my childhood, I grew… Continue reading Simple pound cake
Turkish semolina cake (revani)
Recipe here: http://www.lydiasflexitariankitchen.com/revani-turkish-sponge-cake/ (Sept. 2016)
Concord grape cornmeal cake
We used ½ lb (about 1 cup, halved and seeded) Korean grapes, a hybrid of Concord grapes, for this recipe: http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/concord-grape-cornmeal-cake-51122620 We also used 1% milk and white vinegar in lieu of buttermilk, following these guidelines: http://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-make-a-quick-easy-buttermilk-substitute-cooking-lessons-from-the-kitchn-185757 (Sept. 2016)
Cream cheese swirl brownies
We tried this Cooks Illustrated recipe: https://www.cooksillustrated.com/recipes/7987-cream-cheese-brownies (Aug. 2016)
Sage and butternut squash frittata
We tried this recipe: http://cookieandkate.com/2014/butternut-squash-frittata-with-fried-sage/. Instead of frying the sage, we added 2/3 of fresh, julienned sage to the frittata mixture before baking and saved the remaining 1/3 for garnish. We served the frittata with a simple salad and bacon strips. (May 2016)
Mexican-style cinnamon sugar tortilla chips
We had leftover flour tortillas, so we tried out this recipe, which is a healthier version of buenelos: http://www.spiciefoodie.com/2012/05/04/healthy-cinnamon-sugar-chips/. However, instead of tossing the oiled, baked chips in cinnamon sugar, we tossed pieces a little vegetable oil, then added the cinnamon-sugar mixture to coat the pieces before baking. We also sprinkled extra cinnamon sugar on… Continue reading Mexican-style cinnamon sugar tortilla chips
Italian-style lemon polenta cake
We tried this almond and corn meal recipe from Nigella Lawson: http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/nigella-lawson/lemon-polenta-cake-recipe.html. The lemon glaze is a nice touch. Our cake was a little grainy due to the cornmeal texture; we recommend using a fine-grain meal. (Mar. 2016)
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