Water Kefir Secrets Kefir is not currently available What is Water Kefir? Kefir grains are cultures of various strains of healthy bacteria and yeasts which are held together in a polysaccharide matrix created by the bacteria. The symbiotic relationship of the microbes produces a stable growing culture. The microbes feed on sugar and produce lactic acid, alcohol (ethanol), and carbon dioxide, yielding a fermented carbonated beverage. While some people have successfully converted milk kefir grains to culture in sugar water, water kefir grains are different from milk kefir grains. Water kefir grains are sometimes called tibicos, tibi, or Japanese water crystals. There is considered to be a probiotic benefit from the many varied microbes. Secrets and Recipes for Culturing and Growing Water Kefir Grains The following recipes produce 3 cups of water kefir. For these recipes, use one packet of dry grains or 1/4 to 1/2 cup of wet water kefir grains. Water kefir: Cover and let it sit in a cupboard for 1-3 days.
Artisan Bread in Five Minutes a Day Spend five minutes a day, and less than forty cents a loaf, making great bread from scratch. Even if you think you can't bake, even if you think you don't have time, TRY IT! I can't bake, and I work full time, but I will never buy bread again. The secret is to make a large batch of no-knead dough which will keep two weeks or more in the fridge. When you want a loaf, cut off a hunk of dough and pop it in the oven. Done. All of the credit for this recipe and technique goes to Jeff Hertzberg and Zoe Francois, authors of "Artisan Bread in Five Minutes a Day: The Discovery That Revolutionizes Home Baking" St. I, the author of this Instructable, am in no way affiliated with Hertzberg and Francois, or St. Five minutes a day, on average, is really all it takes. This Instructable will present the basic recipe, used to make boules, baguettes, and ciabatta, and many other variations.
Recipe Box: Raspberry Fig Bars Hello! Here is my latest accompaniment to a tall glass of milk. I love these fig bars for thousands of reasons. For one thing, these guys pack in more protein, fiber and whole grain goodness, without the extra sugar, sodium and mystery ingredients found in a conventional newton. The filling is naturally sweetened with figs, dates, raspberries and orange juice and the pastry is chewy and substantial, spiked with honey. Dough: 2 cup whole wheat flour 1 cup all purpose flour 1 cup oats 1/4 cup walnuts 1/2 teaspoon salt 3/4 tsp baking powder 3/8 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp cinnamon 1/4 cup honey 1/4 cup black strap molasses 1 1/2 sticks cold, unsalted butter, cut into 1" pieces 4 eggs Filling: 1 1/2 cups dried figs 1/2 cup dried dates, pitted 1/2 cup fresh raspberries 1 cup orange juice 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon 1/2 tsp freshly ground nutmeg zest of 1 small orange How: Place walnuts and oats in food processor and give them a good buzz until the mixture becomes a coarse meal. Wholesome chronic.
German Bread Recipes A prototypical sweet German bread, toasted slices of these soft, rich loaves make an excellent accompaniment to breakfast, or the perfect ending to a family meal. Or you can turn them into French toast for an extra special treat. 3 1/3 cups bread flour 2 teaspoons instant yeast 1/4 cup sugar ½ teaspoon salt 1 egg 1 cup plus 2 tablespoon heavy cream, luke warm 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 cup sliced almonds 1 cup golden raisins 2 tablespoons butter, melted Preheat the oven to 375°F with the rack on the middle shelf. Combine the flour, yeast, sugar and salt in the bowl of a mixer and whisk together to distribute ingredients evenly. Remove the dough to a lightly floured surface and shape into a ball. When the dough has doubled in size from its original volume, remove again to a lightly floured surface. When the loaves are cresting the top of the pan, place in the oven and bake for until golden brown and hollow sounding when tapped.
Homemade Soft Pretzels Recipe : Alton Brown Directions Watch how to make this recipe. Combine the water, sugar and kosher salt in the bowl of a stand mixer and sprinkle the yeast on top. Allow to sit for 5 minutes or until the mixture begins to foam. Add the flour and butter and, using the dough hook attachment, mix on low speed until well combined. Change to medium speed and knead until the dough is smooth and pulls away from the side of the bowl, approximately 4 to 5 minutes. Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Bring the 10 cups of water and the baking soda to a rolling boil in an 8-quart saucepan or roasting pan. In the meantime, turn the dough out onto a slightly oiled work surface and divide into 8 equal pieces. Place the pretzels into the boiling water, 1 by 1, for 30 seconds. Recipe courtesy of Alton Brown, 2007
10 German Bread Recipes - Dense, Chewy Bread Recipes - Bread Recipes for Home Ovens If you crave German bread look no further. You can make real German bread at home with these bread recipes. Because everything is natural, some dough is kept overnight to enhance the flavor and baking properties. 1. J.McGavin This bread's flavor is enhanced by the addition of a 1/4 cup sourdough culture, but has baker's yeast for the rise. 2. This bread is surprisingly easy to bake at home. Pumpernickel-flavored Bread 3. If you are looking for a dense, whole grain loaf, this one is about the closest it comes to tasting like a German bakery bread. See also Seeded Sourdough in Bread Pan. 5. Although this is not a "German" bread, it is found all over in Germany, in Turkish run stores and kiosks. Eat it with Tsatsiki. Other White Bread from Germany 6. Brezeln or Pretzels, you can only get them in Germany, or so you would think. See Pretzel Baking Step by Step here. 9. For breakfast or brunch, there's no treat like a fresh German "Brötchen". 11.