Thank you to Jesse Entwistle who shared his childhood recipe out of his mother’s kitchen deep in the heart of Africa. This basic bread is heart-warming as is but tastes delicious with both sweet and savory mix-ins. Serves: 4 loaves, 12 + people. Tools: Mixing bowl large wooden spoon or spatula linen kitchen towel baking…
Month: June 2017
pasta sauce
I owe a debt of gratitude to my friend Carol Bommarito, who insisted on teaching me her most beloved Sicilian recipes before we moved overseas. The only question that remains is how much sweet is too much in this delectable sauce. Serves: 8-10 guests Tools: Stock pot or dutch oven good chef’s knife cutting board…
pizza crust
Homemade pizza is a family favorite. This crust is simple to make and can be rolled out for two thin crust or one thick crust pizza. Serves: 1 thick crust or 2 thin crust pizzas Tools: mixing bowl rolling pin large baking sheet, two for thin crust pizzas Ingredients: .25 ounces or 1 1/2 tsp….
pancake mix
Serves: 12 guests, give or take how big they like their hotcakes. Tools: 1 mixing bowl 1 sifter whisk Ingredients: 5 cups white flour – sifted 1/4 cup granulated sugar 1/4 cup baking powder 1 Tbsp fine salt Mix: Combine thoroughly all above ingredients. Use straight away or store in air-tight container. Recipe can be…
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