• BREADS

    Pogaca (Turkish Stuffed Buns)

    I saw this recipe on another blog (called giverecipe), from a Turkish lady.  Thought I would give it a shot.  They turned out really good, and the filling possibilities are endless really.  I followed the recipe as directed, but filled half of them with ham and cheese for the ‘kids version’ and I topped theirs with toasted sesame seeds rather than poppyseeds, I used the original for Alex and I.  These would be great stuffed with pizza fillings, other cheeses, meats, really whatever you like!  A keeper recipe for sure.  I have also seen this recipe using yogurt in the dough mixture, I may try this next time too.  I…

  • BREADS

    Chive Biscuits

    Made some chili this morning for supper tonight, and decided to make some biscuits to go along with.  Used a recipe from Ina Garten’s book.  They turned out really good. I ended up adding a bit more cream because my dough was a little too dry, so feel free to add a bit if you have to.  – 2 cups flour – 1 tbsp baking powder – 1 teaspoon kosher salt  – 1 teaspoon sugar – 1 stick (1/2 cup) butter (cold and unsalted) – 3/4 cup half and half (yep they aren’t figure friendly biscuits) – 1/2 cup chopped fresh chives (or parsley) – 1 egg mixed with 1 tbsp of water, for egg wash Preheat…