Winter & Holiday Baking: Two Festive Treats

EPISODE #23

I talk about two treats that are bound to make your holidays festive: that glorious German loaf called Stollen and the mysterious Mincemeat Pie. They are both delightful treats that are easier to make than they appear, making them a delightful addition to your holiday or winter dinners.

Outline:

Mincemeat Streusel Pie
Stollen Loaf 9:10

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SHOW NOTES:

You can find Steve’s GF bread flour here.
You can find more about the history of Mincemeat here.

Recipes:

1. Mincemeat Streusel Pie with Hazelnuts - flavored with orange zest and cocoa

2. Stollen Loaf - A festive German bread packed with dried fruit

3. 3-Ingredient Homemade Marzipan - a wonderful addition to Stollen and many other baked goods.
   

How to Make the Perfect Tart: Decadent Chocolate Tart and Cranberry Grapefruit Tart

EPISODE #21

This show is all about tarts. I discuss how to make the perfect, classic tart shell and how to keep it crisp. It’s a foolproof recipe with a vegan option and I walk you through what to look for to get great results. Next I discuss two fillings: a classic chocolate one and a fruity one with unique flavors. I’ll talk about how to play with flavor as well as why each step in the recipe is critical. Enjoy!

Outline:

-Tart Crust

-Chocolate Filling 9:10

-Cranberry Tart 13:20

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SHOW NOTES:

Recipes:

1. Your Classic, Chocolate Tart recipe with a festive Cranberry Swirl (optional) - a rich and silky smooth filling

2. Cranberry Grapefruit Tart recipe

3. Classic Foolproof Tart Shell recipe — Great for savory dishes too (vegan option)

4. No Fail Pie or Tart Crust - Oat and Almond (vegan option). This is my favorites because it is quick to prepare and does’t require chilling.