Category: Pioneer Kitchen

Traditional From-Scratch Cooking

California Walnut Butter

Walnut butter is easy to make. Spread on crostini and garnish with a slice of fruit or fresh herbs for an elegant appetizer, or use it as a dip for crisp vegetables for a quick snack.

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What is Proofing The Yeast?

Some recipes, usually from older sources, call for a proofing step in the process of making bread. Before the modern ways of commercially producing yeast were figured out, it was necessary to check the activeness of the yeast before using it in a recipe to make bread. If the yeast was not active, the bread would not rise.

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Honey Color and Flavor

Honey color ranges from nearly colorless to dark brown, and its flavor varies from delectably mild to distinctively bold, depending on where the honey bees buzzed.

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How to Assemble a Holiday Cheeseboard

Food is at the heart of the holidays, so whether you’re hosting an event or attending as a guest, you’ll want to whip up something to impress a wide variety of taste buds. The perfect solution: A holiday cheeseboard.

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