Thanks, Mom
by Elizabeth Skipper May 8th, 2013 | Techniques, Tools, and Tips
The kitchen of the house I grew up in was nothing special. In fact, as I reconstruct it now in my mind's eye, it was pretty limited. The counters were surfaced in that wretched tiny tile which was so hard to keep clean, the counter space was minimal as were the cupboards; and the stove was in a bad location, too far from the counters and sink, with no place near it to set anything down. The refrigerator was one of those old ones with a freezing compartment inside it rather than a separate freezer, which required defrosting on
Homemade Strawberry White Chocolate Pop Tarts
by BnB Finder May 7th, 2013 | Best B&B Bites, Recipes
Maybe sometimes you get a craving for Pop Tarts, but you know they're not exactly good for you. Maybe you'd like a weekend baking project to do with your kids (or all by yourself). This recipe is a fun alternative to cookies. Unlike commercial toaster pastries, it uses organic fruit in the filling -- and not a ton of preservatives. Finish up with a drizzle of white chocolate following the easy directions. Just be sure to leave time for chilling -- one 30-minute session for the dough and 20 minutes in the freezer for the unbaked tarts. That's one
Pecan Pie Bars
by BnB Finder April 23rd, 2013 | Best B&B Bites, Recipes
This week's recipe puts all the taste of pecan pie into a cookie. (Which is great if you ever get a longing for pecan pie, as I do, having lived in Texas. It's also great if you don't want all the sugar and calories of a whole piece of pie, as I don't.) Coming from the Barn Inn in Millersburg, in Ohio's Amish country, these bars combine a rich bottom layer with a simple, but delicious, traditional topping of pecans, brown sugar, and corn syrup. If your family likes nuts, these will be great for snacks or
S’more Brownies
by BnB Finder April 9th, 2013 | Best B&B Bites, Recipes
With the Louisville Cardinals going to the Finals, here's a treat from one of their hometown's premier B&Bs, the Inn at Woodhaven. These may take a little longer than s'mores made around the campfire, but if you have time to bake brownies, you also have to time to add a really easy graham cracker base and a quick marshmallow topping. The extra steps are worth it, turning everyday brownies into a special dessert that still has a touch of home and childhood. If March Madness ever comes to baking, these will be in line for the Finals!
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Rice Krispie Treats with PEEPS
by BnB Finder March 26th, 2013 | Best B&B Bites, Recipes
Here's a special Easter-themed treat that's quick and easy enough to make with your kids. Remember to put the marshmallow chicks, bunnies or whatever in the freezer the night before -- no, you won' t be melting them down to hold the Rice Krispie squares together. And they'll need to be firm to keep standing up in a pan of hot melted marshmallows. This recipe comes from the Big Mill Bed and Breakfast in Williamston, North Carolina, known not only for its great food and comfort, but for its peaceful setting with 200 acres to explore. If you can't
