Cracker Jack has a long history. In the 1870s the German immigrants Frederick and Louis Rueckheim sold popcorn on the streets of Chicago. They began to experiment by combining popcorn with several other products. When the Columbian Exposition opened in Chicago in 1893, they … [Read more...] about Make your Own Cracker Jack Snack
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The Most Nutritious AND Moist Bran Muffins
Bran muffins are a great way to add fibre to your diet, but many homemade muffins can be very dry. This recipe is both moist and nutritious. The secret to creating a moist muffin is the ensure the ratio of flour to bran is 1:1. The flavour in this recipe which I adapted from … [Read more...] about The Most Nutritious AND Moist Bran Muffins
Fannie Farmer’s Classic Zucchini Bread
Every gardener who grows zucchini likely has a zucchini bread recipe at the ready. If you are new to growing this prodigious crop, you can't go wrong with Fannie Farmer's classic recipe. This recipe 2 small loaves so you can freeze one or gift to friends, family or … [Read more...] about Fannie Farmer’s Classic Zucchini Bread
These Blueberry Muffins are not only Fibre Rich, they are Keto and Gluten-Free
Many who follow keto or gluten-free diets can find it hard to also incorporate more fibre into their bakes, without making them too dense and heavy. Psyllium is a great way to incorporate fibre without gluten or carbs. When summer comes around, zucchini is everywhere and is a … [Read more...] about These Blueberry Muffins are not only Fibre Rich, they are Keto and Gluten-Free
The Famous Blueberry Muffins from Jordan Marsh, Boston’s First Department Store
After the Civil War. came the Gilded Age, a period that gave rise to the establishment of institutions like Jordan Marsh, Boston's first department store in 1861. Acquired by Macy's in 1996, their muffins remain an institution. Offering refreshments onsite to shoppers kept … [Read more...] about The Famous Blueberry Muffins from Jordan Marsh, Boston’s First Department Store
