Well aparently I'm geometrically challenged. I rolled out the dough and measured each side of the rectangles and made notches at the correct spots...and cut triangles. I was supposed to end up with 12 triangles, but I ended up with 14. The croissants are smaller than normal but I have more of them...so I would call that a bonus! They now are in the fridge for round 2 of proofing...until tomorrow … [Read more...]

I've taken on the project of making croissants. French pastry has nothin on me!It's Day 1 and the anxiety quickly dies down as the water hits the yeast, flour is stirred in, and the timer is set for 1 hour...here we go!Ever knead dough for 10 min straight? I know 10 min doesn't sound long...but it is! It's very long when you're arms are asking you to stop.I never realized exactly how much butter … [Read more...]

I love baking seasonal foods, and because it is fall, pumpkin is on my mind. Here is my recipe for pumpkin bread that's just a tad guilt-free:~Preheat oven to 350 and spray two loaf pans with non-stick spray.2 cups whole wheat flour1.5 cups all-purpose flour1 cup Splenda1/2 cup sugar2 tsp baking soda1 tsp baking powder1 tsp salt1 tsp cinnamon1 tsp nutmeg1/4 tsp ground sage1 can packed pumpkin1 cup … [Read more...]