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What is a good recipe for a yogurt-based fruit dip?

This basic recipe is easy to customize by adding different types of preserves and substituting other seasonings for the cinnamon. Peach, apricot and strawberry preserves work well. Nutmeg and ginger are possible seasoning substitutes. This dip pairs well with apple slices and whole strawberries.\nFor a richer yogurt-fruit dip with more protein, mix 1/2 cup plain yogurt with 2 cups ricotta cheese and a packet of instant vanilla pudding mix. This dip works well with sweet fruit such as fresh pineapple and cantaloupe.

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What is a good recipe for old-fashioned oatmeal cookies?

To make old-fashioned oatmeal-raisin cookies, cream together 1 1/4 cups of sugar, 1/2 cup of softened butter, 1/3 cup of molasses and 2 eggs, and then fold in 2 cups of quick-cooking oats, 1 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon and 1/4 teaspoon of salt. Add 1 cup of raisins, and dollop spoonfuls of cookie dough onto a cookie sheet. Bake them at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for nine to 10 minutes.\nMake another good recipe by mixing together 1 cup of packed brown sugar, 1/2 cup of white sugar and 2/3 cup of softened butter and adding 1/4 cup of water..

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What is included in a classic Italian bruschetta recipe?

Bruschetta, pronounced "bru-sket-ah," is a dish of celebration, a simple way to enjoy the first pressing of olive oil. Bread toasted over an open fire, rubbed with garlic and drizzled with oil is the essence of bruschetta. The best way to enjoy the dish is to use the finest ingredients available and to keep it simple.\nThe olive oil should be extra-virgin; it is the star of the dish. If home-baked bread is not an option, a round of dense Italian loaf is a good alternative. Firm, sweet garlic and coarsely ground salt round out the basics.\nPulling together the dish starts with slicing the bread..

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How does a gluten-free bread machine work?

Gluten bread gets tougher and more elastic with kneading. Because of this, gluten bread machines let the dough rise twice, then knead the dough again. Gluten-free dough does not need to rise twice and it doesn't respond well to over-kneading. If gluten-free bread rises too much, it may collapse after baking.\n\nFeatures to look for in a gluten-free bread machine include a gluten-free setting, a pause feature to allow the baker to remove a paddle after the mixing phase, and a bake-only mode. This feature allows bakers to stop the kneading and bake the gluten-free bread, avoiding the risk o..

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What is an easy recipe for sweet pickles?

You can make small batches of sweet pickles that proof in the refrigerator overnight. Look for smallish, pickling cucumbers, which can be pickled either whole or in slices. You can use regular cucumbers as well. These have a slightly different texture when pickled.\nIn a small sauce pan, stir together 1 cup of cider vinegar and 1/2 cup to 1 cup of white granulated sugar, depending on how sweet you want the pickles. Add to this 1 teaspoon to 2 tablespoons of sea salt or kosher salt and other spices to taste, usually less than a teaspoon each. Stir and cook over a medium heat for about 5 minutes..

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What is a recipe for puto?

Combine the dry and wet ingredients, folding the dry mixture in until thoroughly incorporated. Divide the batter between the molds, filling each about 2/3 full. Top the batter with 2 1/4-cups of shredded Edam cheese. Place the filled molds into a steamer basket.\nIn a large pan or wok over medium-high heat, bring a few inches of water to a boil. Set the steamer basket over the pan or wok, and cover it. If you do not have a steamer basket, you can steam the putos in the oven. Instead of molds, pour the batter into greased muffin tins, and place the tins into a baking pan with water.\nSteam the ..

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How many ounces are there in a pitcher of beer?

The oldest active brewery still in America, D.G. Yuengling & Son, started brewing beer back in 1829 in Pottsville, Pa. David Yuengling was the founder of D.G. Yuengling & Son and his company is still in family hands as of 2014. The original site in Pottsville has aging cellars that were carved deep into the rocky hillside where the brewery is located. When prohibition hit the United States, D.G. Yuengling & Son stayed alive by selling de-alcoholized beer or what they called "near beer" as well as other dairy products.The first American brewery to sell beer in cans was the G. Krueger Brewing Co..

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What are some stores that sell Red Hots candy?

Ferrara Pan Candy Company developed Red Hots during the 1930s. They are miniature hot cinnamon sweets. Red Hots are considered a type of cinnamon imperial candy, which is simply a hard cinnamon-flavored candy. In addition to being enjoyed as small treats, Red Hots are sometimes ingredients in recipes for dishes such as candy-coated strawberries, hot cinnamon cider, Red Hot martinis and extra-strong cinnamon rolls.

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What is a good recipe for mustard dipping sauce?

To make a tangy mustard dipping sauce for shellfish, combine 1 tablespoon dry mustard powder with 1 tablespoon of boiling water to form a paste. Once it has cooled, whisk in 1 cup of mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 1/2 tablespoon Dijon mustard and 1 tablespoon horseradish. Add salt and pepper to taste.\nYou can use a cheese and mustard dipping sauce as a dip or topping for soft pretzels. For this sauce, mix 1/4 cup dark beer, 1/4 cup Dijon mustard, 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter and cayenne pepper to taste in a saucepan over medium heat. Gradually whisk in 3 1/2 ounces of shredded c..

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What are the ingredients in processed cheese products?

Processed cheese products became an American staple in the 1940's, when James L. Kraft began mass manufacturing it and bringing it into the American supermarket culture. It was received with widespread positive reaction and has remained a popular choice for consumption ever since. The well-known, easy-to-melt nature of processed cheese products is due in part to the fact that these items often have a number of emulsifiers, which makes the melting process much easier than with standard cheeses.\nThe number of additives and preservatives in processed cheese products increase the shelf life ..

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