by Olivia Mancabelli, MA- approved by Kelly Springer MS, RD, CDN Owner, Kelly’s Choice What a rich nutritious find. For years we have been surrounded by a nutritious native nut; the black walnut. Yes, the ones in our yards. For over 70 years, the Hammons family has been growing and harvesting foraged black walnuts as […]
This Sticky Bun Recipe is Perfect for A Weekend of Fun!
Are you ready for an adventure? This Sticky Buns recipe from Sunflour Flour at Hopkinsville Milling is perfect for the Easter weekend with your family and friends. Sticky, gooey, chewy and fun – this is a recipe that will even impress your harshest critics! For the Caramel Glaze -1 package yeast-¼ cup lukewarm water-¾ cup […]
Measuring Baking Temperature
Measuring baking temperature is critical to success in baking, whether it’s checking water temps for yeast, monitoring the temperature of ingredients like butter and flour, or verifying the doneness of the finished product. Check out this informative video! Because of the major role temperature plays in baking, students should know how to use temperature as […]
How Can Bakers Honor Loved Ones During Women’s History Month?
March is Women’s History Month, a time to celebrate the accomplishments and contributions of women throughout history. One way to honor the women in your life is to bake them something special. Whether it’s your mother, grandmother, sister, or friend, a homemade treat is a heartfelt way to show your appreciation. Here are a few […]
Mozzarella Mash
In Carla Schaer’s Illinois FCS class, students learn pizza production hands-on. Says Carla: “The pizza unit is a favorite of Midland H.S. FCS students. It provides experience baking with yeast, flour and dough safe food handler skills that apply at home and in food services careers. Students prepare a basic one-topping pizza, fruit pizza, vegetable […]
Baking and Milling Industry Immersion
Registration deadline is March 22nd – Join FCCLA and the Home Baking Association for the 2023 Baking & Milling Industry Immersion from April 19-22, 2023. FCCLA Members and Advisers will gather together and journey from Kansas City, MO, to Manhattan, KS, exploring the baking and milling industries on their way! This Industry Immersion will highlight […]
Boost Your Nutrition Through Baking this March
by Sharon Davis, Home Baking Association March is known for being “nutrition month” in school and community education circles. One way to celebrate is home baking to boost nutrition. HomeBaking.org has some great connections for you. First, go with wholegrain-rich baking—both enriched and whole grain flours provide great vitamins, protein complex carbohydrates and fiber. Bake […]
Baking History and Traditions
During this third week of Bake for Family Fun Month, we like to reflect on this history and traditions of baking. If you haven’t already, check out our blog post on Why Baking History and Traditions Are Important. It’s a very informative article. Baking has been a staple of human culture for thousands of years, […]
Bake to Give Ideas from Baker Bettie
One of my favorite tips for preparing a variety of items for a bake sale is to utilize a master recipe and prepare it in various ways. My Drop Cookie Master Recipe is by far my favorite for this application because it is easy to double, triple, or even quadruple the base dough recipe and […]
Designer Oatmeal Cookies: Baker’s Spotlight with Brooke Stamm
Brooke Stamm, Program Manager, Washington County 4-H and Youth, River Valley District, Kansas, has been baking as long as she can remember. “I learned to bake while growing up doing 4-H. As young as I can remember, my mom showed me everything I know.” Recently the Home Baking Association presented roundtable SPARK sessions- Heat is […]