Hot Cross Buns are traditionally served on Good Friday. I love the warm and fragrant combination of spices and dried fruit in this recipe. Finish the pretty buns with the cross cut into the top. I worked in a British Tea Shop for about 7 years. Of course I made dozens of scones and all …
Ever wonder why bread goes stale? What is “stale” bread anyway? It’s not just dry bread. Why Does Bread Go Stale? The reason day-old bread is crumbly and hard has less to do with loss of moisture and more to do with a process called retrogradation. As bread bakes the starch molecules in the dough gelatinize …
Try Oatmeal Soda Bread with Apricots for a change from the typical raisin soda bread. This healthy and hearty soda bread is made with rolled oats and dried apricots.
Irish Brown Bread is hearty and savory because it’s made with whole wheat flour. A smear of butter and some marmalade turns this bread into the perfect breakfast treat.