Breads, Muffins and Crackers

Grain-Free Almond Bread

September 16, 2011 By Wardeh 52 Comments

Nutty and moist, this almond bread is both delicious and filling. I serve it like cornbread on the side of a meal. The kids and I need only the bottom half of a square spread with butter, while my husband takes two. Before coming up with this recipe, I tried a recipe I found on the internet. That bread was so dry we all got hiccups! Then I noticed the recipe called for no fat whatsoever. Well, that would explain it. So I played around with the ratios of ingredients and of course I added fat — and here is the final recipe. We really love these!

Free Video: English Muffin Sandwich Ideas

May 10, 2011 By Wardeh 9 Comments

Want some pretty fun, or even kicked-up, sandwich ideas for using your homemade sourdough english muffins? Here ya go — this quick video gives you plenty. More ideas? Please share in the comments!

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Apple-Cinnamon Baked Oatmeal (Soaked)

April 18, 2011 By Wardeh 52 Comments

We can eat oatmeal year-round, but I have to say that baked oatmeal definitely crosses seasons. You can eat it hot or cold, as breakfast, snack or lunch — and with eggs and milk baked in, you’ve got a high-quality protein boost. When my husband goes out of town (thankfully not often) I send along a tray of this and a jar of raw milk for his breakfasts on the road. This is our apple-cinnamon baked oatmeal, and I also make a yummy 5-spice variation!

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4 No-Wait Sourdough Recipes

March 22, 2011 By Wardeh 21 Comments

Usual routine when souring flour: mix dough, let sour for 8 hours, finish dough, cook. Now, that’s not hard. But what if I said you could skip the whole sour-for-at-least-8-hours-thing, yet put the same quality of nourishing food on the table? In other words, without the wait? You can and I just did (say it). Yes, it can be done! Easily. Deliciously. Nourishingly.

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Soaked Buttermilk Biscuits

March 8, 2011 By Wardeh 38 Comments

Yes, I teach online classes in traditional cooking and fermentation, sourdough, cultured dairy and cheese. Yes, I’ve had lots of practice at those things! Still, I know that I am a facilitator, rather than an expert. I am always learning something from others. Brandi, an eCourse member, taught me how to fold biscuits for the most luscious layers! My biscuits will never be the same again. Enjoy this recipe for Soaked Buttermilk Biscuits!

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Soaked or Sprouted Crepes

February 25, 2011 By Wardeh 16 Comments

Crepes are definitely a go-to staple in our house. Either I have extra sourdough starter sitting around to make an instant batch of sourdough crepes, or I toss some flour (can be sprouted) in a bowl to soak with milk and acid… and we have crepes in about 8 hours. There’s really nothing to it. This post also includes many ideas for incorporating crepes in your meal planning. Share your crepe uses in the comments!

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Gluten-Free Bible Cooking

December 1, 2010 By Sara 2 Comments

When I discovered the website Cooking with the Bible, it sparked my old interest in Biblical culture. Especially since learning about traditional food preparation methods, I loved the idea that I could create authentic meals eaten in Bible times!

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Middle Eastern Pizza

November 9, 2010 By Wardeh 9 Comments

When I was a newborn, my grandmother and namesake, Tata Wardeh, came to live with us. She taught my mom how to cook everything Arabic. Today, in my little family, we love to eat heritage dishes year round, but especially on holidays. And these Middle Eastern pizzas make the cut more often than not.

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