by darlene@picklejarstudios.com | Jan 26, 2015 | Bread, Breakfast, Brunch
A decent English muffin has been somewhat elusive around here. There are so many methods to try: raised, baking soda, cooked on the stove top or baked in the oven. I started with this recipe from Alton Brown that Joel found online. Then, I tried out the recipe...
by darlene@picklejarstudios.com | Jan 1, 2015 | Bread
I am a fan. A huge fan. I love every thing you’ve ever made. I’m obsessed with it, actually. I want to make your creations and eat them everyday and never stop. Jim Lahey, do you hear me? I’m totally normal, I swear. I just really love good bread....
by darlene@picklejarstudios.com | Dec 12, 2014 | Bread, Salads, Sandwiches
I think a good sandwich is really important. Making a truly good sandwich is a sort of a balancing act, and it’s not always as simple or straightforward as a good old PB&J. It has to be structurally sound, so it doesn’t explode in your hands or all...
by darlene@picklejarstudios.com | Dec 1, 2014 | Bread
Baking bread has been a passion of mine for going on 6 years now. Some of you might be nervous or scared to bake your first yeasted dough thing, but I’m here to tell you that it’s nothing to be afraid to try. It’s really an enjoyable process. I love the smell of the...
by darlene@picklejarstudios.com | Oct 1, 2014 | Bread
I think the best thing about fall (besides pumpkins), is that I start baking bread again. I love bread, and that’s why I can’t wait for this show, The Slice of Life, to get on TV! We need more food shows about things that have yeast. Granted, I am a...
