By Ellen Fruchtman, President Intro: Baking is my stress-reliever. Eating is even better! Below is a new recipe I baked last weekend adapted from Zingerman's Bakehouse Cookbook. Zingerman's is an amazing deli not far from here in Ann Arbor, Michigan. I tweaked it just a tiny bit to add some chocolate chips in one layer. As if...
by Hayley Lardinais, Account Coordinator Serves 4 This simple marinade is one of my favorite ways to prepare chicken. Not mentioned in the recipe: best enjoyed on a warm day with a nice glass of white wine! Ingredients:2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided2 tablespoons lemon juice1 teaspoon grated lemon peel1 teaspoon dried oregano1 clove garlic, minced¼ teaspoon salt⅛...
By Michael E. Fruchtman, CEO/CFO (makes 2 loaves) Ingredients:1 cup (2 sticks butter), melted, plus additional butter for greasing pans2 cups blueberries3 1/2 cups flour, divided4 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon baking soda2 cups sugar4 large eggs1 cup milk2 teaspoons vanilla Heat oven to 375 degrees. Grease 2 8-inch loaf pans with butter. Line the bottom of the pans with parchment...
By Kelsi Roth, Senior Graphic Designer & Social Media Coordinator Avocado toast is surprisingly divisive, but there’s no denying it has a great variety of nutrients perfect for starting your day! This simple recipe is super tasty and easy to modify. Ingredients ½ small avocado2 slices of bread (for tastiest results, use a wide loaf from a bakery, not...
By Kristy Cartmell, Graphic Designer & Social Media Specialist This is a hearty, veggie and quinoa packed Latin stew. It's full of nutritious ingredients and bright, fresh flavors! A healthy soup you'll want all year round! Servings: 6Prep Time: 15 minutesCook Time: 40 minutesTotal Time: 55 minutes Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil1 onion, chopped1 red bell pepper, stemmed, seeded and...
by Charles Pobee-Mensah, Director of Digital Marketing Slice one French baguette in half and butter both sidesAdd a little salt and pepper. Put into the oven on broil and toast until golden brown (typically 2-5) minutes, depending on the oven.Chop several tomatoes along with fresh basil. Place tomatoes into a bowl, salt tomatoes and let it start...
by Ashley Bowen, Account Coordinator Why not take the traditional banana bread a step further and try strawberry bread? This delicious bread is perfect for breakfast or a snack. Recipe courtesy of Allrecipes Ingredients 2 cups fresh strawberries3 1/8 cups all-purpose flour2 cups white sugar1 tablespoon ground cinnamon1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon baking soda1 1/4 cups vegetable oil4 eggs, beaten1 1/4...
By Shane O’Neill, Vice President Ingredients 2 cups cake flour2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt4 large eggs, separated2 tablespoons sugar1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted2 cups milknon-stick cooking spray Directions Preheat the waffle iron according to the manufacturer's instructions. In 1 medium bowl sift together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside. In a second bowl use the...
By Ellen Fruchtman, President Ingredients: 3 and 1/4 cups (420g) bread flour, such as King Arthur, plus more for hands and pan2 teaspoons instant yeast, such as Red Star2 teaspoons coarse salt (see note)1 and 1/2 cups (360ml) cool water (70 degrees is great) optional: cornmeal for dusting pan Instructions: -In a large un-greased mixing bowl, whisk the flour, yeast, and...
by Hayley Lardinais, Account Coordinator Serves 4 Ingredients: 1 onion, chopped1 1/4 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts1 teaspoon dried oreganoKosher saltFreshly ground black pepper2 (10.5 ounce) cans cream of chicken soup2 cups low-sodium chicken broth4 sprigs fresh thyme1 bay leaf2 stalks celery, chopped2 large carrots, peeled and chopped 1 cup frozen peas, thawed3 cloves garlic, minced1 (16.3-ounce) can refrigerated biscuits Instructions: Scatter...