Breakfast

Steamed Scallion Buns

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There’s nothing like fresh bread in the morning. Steamed Scallion Buns – aka “Hua Juan” or “Mantou” as they are traditionally called – are typical Chinese breakfast food. My mom used to make them for me and my sister on the weekends (frozen of course). Spread them with a little condensed milk or jam and [...]

July 12, 2012 2 comments Continue reading →

Whole Wheat Blueberry Banana Bread

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Why exactly is banana bread called banana “bread?” There is no yeast in it. It doesn’t have the texture of bread. Why isn’t it called banana cake because that’s technically what it is. If you make it in a cupcake pan it can also be called banana muffin. However, no matter the form or name [...]

May 15, 2012 16 comments Continue reading →

Blueberry Scones

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One of the many advantages of working from home is fresh home-made baked goods whenever I please.  And what is better in the morning than warm blueberry scones right out of the oven!  Eat it with some blackberry jam (from Blue Hill at Stone Barns!) and your morning cup of coffee.  Can there be a [...]

December 17, 2011 0 comments Continue reading →