Rye was considered a staple grain during the Middle Ages and remains popular in European countries, especially Germany and Sweden. There are many variations of rye bread – from light rye breads that contain a mix of flours, to dark and coarse pumpernickel that features in traditional German ...
Breads
Fun baking with yeast
Do you find the thought of baking with yeast intimidating? In South Africa, I seldom used yeast in baking. Woolworths had delicious Hot Cross Buns at Eastertime and crusty white breads, rolls and brown seed loaves were always readily available. Fast forward to living in Phoenix. There are ...
Easter wreath
Hot Cross Buns are traditionally a part of British-South African Easter fare. This year our spicy, fruity hot cross bun dough recipe was used to create an Easter Wreath for a change. The wreath, though not traditional, is large and impressive – a striking centerpiece for the table that can ...
Traditional German Stollen
Stollen, traditionally served during the period of Advent, originated in the German city of Dresden in the 1500s. Due to fasting restrictions, it was a basic, often tasteless type of bread. As the fasting restrictions were lifted, Stollen evolved into the rich, festive Stollen of today, containing ...
Seed loaf, whole wheat
Many thanks to everyone who attended our book-signing event in Santa Barbara at the beginning of the month! It was a wonderful evening and so special to meet you all. Thanksgiving and the Holiday Season are rapidly approaching. If you are planning to bake a fruitcake for the Holiday Season, this ...
