Yogurt Pumpernickel Bread

This bread came out quite nicely; I was really worried about it when I didn't see it rise much during the first rise. Also the instructions say to add the flour last which is not the way I've learned to make bread.  I cut the recipe in half and just made one loaf and we have been enjoying it with breakfast and as an afternoon snack. Its not too dense, has a nice tang and tons of flavor.

Superbowl Sugar cookies

Had fun making these Saturday for the Superbowl. I baked the sugar cookies in the afternoon and then let them cool completely (about 3 hours) and decorated them into the night. This is the first time I really attempted to decorate pro-style using all my tips, tricks, tools, sprinkles, and color. It was fun! I found the football themed cookie cutter shapes at Gloria's in Culver City and used the recipe on the back. Instead of making the royal icing with egg whites, I picked up meringue powder which made the whole process super quick and easy!

Cranberry (or Blueberry!) Banana Bread

This is a dense, rich, sweet quick bread. I have made it with superfine white sugar and All Purpose flour which also comes out nicely.

Heart Healthy - a change

I make a lot of bread around here...pizza, naan, no knead, and regular sandwich bread. But I need to start eating more whole grains and fish to keep an eye on my health as father time ticks away. I've joined the JanuaryRules challenge because this fit with my goals. I am looking forward to reading the posts from the community of cooks and learn about new foods and recipes!

Meanwhile, today I made a simple salad of roasted sweet potato (I cheated and zapped it in the microwave), quinoa, and dried blueberries. The dressing was EVOO, balsamic, honey, curry powder, and sunflower seeds. Yum!