Labor Day weekend is just around the corner, and that means it’s time to start planning your celebrations! Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue, a cozy indoor gathering, or simply looking to indulge in delicious treats, incorporating home-baked goods into your festivities can take your entertaining game to a whole new level. There’s something undeniably […]
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Linda Beech’s Tips for Fair Baking Competition Success
by Sharon Davis, Home Baking Association Like Aunt Bea and her pies, many bakers love a good competition to win the purple ribbon or “first-of-class” status at their county or state fair. You can’t beat the advice of a veteran fair baking judge! Linda Beech, county extension family & consumer sciences, 4-H and youth baking […]
Baker’s Spotlight: Gloria Piantek’s Cheese Lovers Barbecue Bread Twists
Football fans and super hosts alike should pin or post this year’s winning recipe for the 2023 National Festival of Breads, the nation’s only amateur bread-baking competition. Gloria Piantek of West Lafayette, Indiana, invented the Cheese Lover’s Barbecue Bread Twists, a savory bread that combines three types of cheese, sweet and smoky seasoning rub, and crunchy […]
Celebrate Father’s Day with Baking: Bonding, Learning, and Delicious Creations
Father’s Day is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate than by spending quality time with Dad in the kitchen? Baking together provides a unique opportunity to connect, create lasting memories, and explore the world of culinary delights. This Father’s Day, consider stepping into the kitchen with your dad and embarking on […]
Celebrate Kids and Pets Day; Bake Some Treats!
National Kids and Pets Day is celebrated on April 26th every year in the United States. The day recognizes the special bond between kids and their pets and encourages parents to involve their children in the care and welfare of their furry companions. The event also highlights the importance of proper pet care and responsible […]
Health Benefits of Whole Grains in the Diet
Whole grains have been a staple in the human diet for thousands of years and for good reason. They are packed with essential nutrients, fiber, and antioxidants that are important for overall health and wellness. Here are just a few of the many health benefits of consuming whole grains: Improved digestion: Whole grains are high […]
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 […]
Christmas Cookie Countdown
Each holiday season the Home Baking Association features the Cookie Countdown with delectable cookies from the HBA members. Pick your favorite, or bake all 25 batches of cookies during December. From Gingerbread to Cranberry Chocolate Crunch, there’s bound to be a cookie for every elvish sweet tooth! Check out the following HBA Social Media accounts […]
Fun Paintbrush Cookies
Kids of all ages, from 3 to 103, will love these fun & tasty Paintbrush cookies! Blend the art and science of baking with your creative side. Try mixing and matching with different cookie cutter shapes and a rainbow of food coloring. Ingredient List COOKIES: 2 ¼ cups sifted all-purpose flour, plus extra for dusting […]
The Family Dinner Project’s deck of food and activities
You’ll love our partner The Family Dinner Project’s deck of food and activities for the “advent” of December home time, holidays and festivals. Check it out now!
