Easter bread is a holiday tradition in the Slavic countries – one I’ve tried to adopt over the years since my marriage. I say “tried” because the recipes, no matter how dumbed down for modern bakers, were usually too much for me. Finally, I came up with my own version. If you’re not too conscientious, you can call it “kulich” or “babka”, but it’s based on The Joy of Cooking’s Brioche Loaf Cockaigne. Please don’t tell anyone.
You’ll need:
· 3 eggs
· 3 tablespoons milk
· ½ cup (1 stick) butter or margarine
· 2 cups flour
· ½ teaspoon salt
· 2 packages (or tablespoons) yeast
· ½ cup dried
Archives for March, 2010
Happy April Fool’s Day!
by Jaclyn Abergas March 25th, 2010 | April Fool's Day
April 1 is coming soon, and you know what that means? APRIL FOOL'S! Yes, that one day where we can play a prank or joke on our family and/or friends and blame it on a holiday.
So, what are some silly, harmless pranks you can play on anyone?
Rig The Sprayer
Put a rubber band around the spray nozzle so it stays down. When your victim turns on the faucet, he'll be in for a surprise!
A Classic Prank
Drop a dollar on the ground and stay somewhere hidden nearby. Be sure to have a piece of cloth with you. When someone comes to pick
So, what are some silly, harmless pranks you can play on anyone?
Rig The Sprayer
Put a rubber band around the spray nozzle so it stays down. When your victim turns on the faucet, he'll be in for a surprise!
A Classic Prank
Drop a dollar on the ground and stay somewhere hidden nearby. Be sure to have a piece of cloth with you. When someone comes to pick
Easter Crafts for Children
by Anna P. March 23rd, 2010 | Craft, Easter
Easter is almost around the corner so it's time to start getting crafty with your kids! Celebrate this fun time of year with unique craft ideas that everyone can enjoy. Easter crafts go beyond decorating eggs- think greeting cards, handmade Easter baskets, and more! You can browse the Internet for fresh ideas or check a few craft books from the library. Your kids and you also could come up with some creative ideas. Read below for some brilliant and crafty ideas.
Easy Baskets: Collect empty plastic strawberry baskets (one for each child) and rinse well. Next, gather or purchase some
Easy Baskets: Collect empty plastic strawberry baskets (one for each child) and rinse well. Next, gather or purchase some
St. Patrick’s Day Leftovers
by Michele March 18th, 2010 | Recipe, St. Patrick's Day
It's the day after the wearing of the green, and you're wondering, What will I do with all of this corned beef? You're not alone in those thoughts. While it made a great dinner last night, most likely no in your house wants corned beef and potatoes again tonight. Fear not! You don't need to discard your leftovers, they can be put to good use.
Corned Beef
1. Make reubens. All you need is some rye or pumpernickel bread, sauerkraut (or leftover cooked cabbage), swiss cheese, thousand island dressing, and corned beef. Assemble the ingredients between two slices of bread, butter the
Corned Beef
1. Make reubens. All you need is some rye or pumpernickel bread, sauerkraut (or leftover cooked cabbage), swiss cheese, thousand island dressing, and corned beef. Assemble the ingredients between two slices of bread, butter the
Easter Egg Options
by Jane Wangersky March 15th, 2010 | Craft, Easter
Easter eggs feel like such a traditional craft, it’s surprising there are so many different ways to make them.
Hard-boiled eggs or emptied shells, elaborate patterns or solid colors, dye, wax, or both – there always have been lots of options. And now there are more ways than ever to whip up a batch of brightly colored eggs for Easter.
Egg coloring kits have come a long way since my childhood, when they consisted of a few dye tablets and a spindly wire holder for the eggs. They still do make that kind, if you’re feeling nostalgic. But you also can
Hard-boiled eggs or emptied shells, elaborate patterns or solid colors, dye, wax, or both – there always have been lots of options. And now there are more ways than ever to whip up a batch of brightly colored eggs for Easter.
Egg coloring kits have come a long way since my childhood, when they consisted of a few dye tablets and a spindly wire holder for the eggs. They still do make that kind, if you’re feeling nostalgic. But you also can
