Banana Muffins

Banana Muffins

I had a taste for banana bread the other day, and my wife suggested muffins instead. With muffins you can put them in a bag and keep them in the fridge or even the freezer for long term, and take a few out as you 

Soda Bread

Soda Bread

This is the classic Irish bread that goes so well with Shepherd’s Pie or Corned Beef & Cabbage. It also goes great with any dish and tastes great with just a little butter. I like to add the optional cheese and onions.

Crostini

Crostini

Crostini (Italian for little crusts) are great with antipasto, with dips and are essential for bruschetta. Baguettes are the preferred bread, but they can be made with Italian bread, French bread, focaccia, or any elongated loaf – its a great way to use bread that 

Hushpuppies

Hushpuppies

Hushpuppies are the classic side dish served with sea food, especially in the South. They should be crispy on the outside and soft and moist on the inside. They can sometimes be bland, which we avoid with this delicious recipe. The creamed corn added to 

Pie Crumble Topping

Pie Crumble Topping

If you are using store bought pie crusts, or if you’re making pie dough and want to get two pies out of it, a crumble topping can be a delicious way to put a top on your pie. This is very easy to make and 

Pie Crust

Pie Crust

I will admit I use store bought crusts more often than not, but this pie crust recipe is hearty and delicious. It works good for both fruit and cream pies and for meat pot pies too.This recipe makes two pie crusts, so you can make 

Rustic Bread

Rustic Bread

The key to this bread is to first make a poolish, with is a pre-ferment. This adds additional flavor and lift to your bread. This bread is relatively simple to make, but it does take some time and planning ahead. I got this recipe from 

No Knead Dutch Oven Bread

No Knead Dutch Oven Bread

This delicious and hearty bread is easy to make, but you will need to be patient!

Shortcakes

Shortcakes

This is a simple recipe so you can make your own shortcakes for strawberries or other fruit.

Rustic Italian Bread

Rustic Italian Bread

This bread goes great with a wide variety of dishes such as Cajun and BBQ in addition to Italian. It also makes great garlic bread and bruschetta. My boys would eat the whole loaf before dinner if I let them. This recipe makes two loaves.