Hispanic Heritage Month, observed from September 15th to October 15th, provides educators with a valuable opportunity to celebrate the rich culture, traditions, and contributions of Hispanic and Latin communities. It’s a time to foster understanding, appreciation, and unity among students of all backgrounds. Let’s explore how educators can use baking to engage children during this […]
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HBA Annual Meeting in Sunriver, Oregon
Mark your calendars for the 2023 Home Baking Association Annual Meeting! Speakers, networking, 2023 Educator Award and Bake to Give Maddie Kruse Youth Award presentation, hands-on workshop, program reports, program approval and more is being planned for this year’s meeting. Watch here for more updates! Home Baking Association Annual Membership Meeting“Celebrating 100 years 1923-2023”October 22-24, 2023Sunriver […]
Professional Development Opportunities to Learn More About Sugar
Sugar 101: April 18, 6pm ET Real sugar comes from sugar beets and sugar cane plants grown on farms. Listen in to review the basics of sugar: what it is, where it comes from and how it’s made. We’ll also look at why it is added to foods, the sources of added sugars in the […]
Why We at Kelly’s Choice Go Nuts for Black Walnuts
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 […]
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 […]
National Festival of Breads 2023
Whether it is a go-to recipe, a revamped family favorite or a combination of unique-to-you flavors, put your creativity to the test in the quest to become the Best of Breads Champion in the 2023 National Festival of Breads. Enter your favorite yeast bread or roll recipe now through February 13, 2023, for the chance […]
