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Monday, July 27, 2015

Best Upside Down Pineapple Cake




How To Baked Best Upside Down Pineapple Cake

Best Upside Down Pineapple Cake - Unlike other cakes, Pineapple Uside Down Cake is intended to be served warm. There is something about its taste that makes it better when served warm like the the taste of caramelized sugar tasty and appetizing.
This cake is the best dessert that I had for this week. I like it because it is so flavorful and yummy. I cannot put into words the magnificent pleasure that I experienced when I was eating this cake.
Upside Down Pineapple Cake
Best Upside Down Pineapple Cake

Pineapple Upside Down Cake was invented during the 20’s. This was the time when canned pineapples were introduced by Dole. There were different pineapple recipes presented during that time Pineapple Upside Down Cake seems to be a favorite as evidenced by several years of existence.

Best Upside Down Pineapple Cake Ingredients

  • 1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 5 slices of pineapple (use canned pineapple)
  • 6 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 1/3 cup shortening
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 3/4 cup milk
  • 1 piece raw egg
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
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Best Upside Down Pineapple Cake Steps And Methods For Cooking.




  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. Place butter in a cake pan and melt by placing in the oven.
  3. Remove the pan from the oven, and then sprinkle some brown sugar.
  4. Arrange the sliced pineapples over the sugar.This will look better if you place some maraschino cherries.
  5. Combine all the remaining ingredients in a mixing bowl. Mix using an electric mixer until all the ingredients are well distributed.
  6. Pour the batter (mixed ingredients) in the cake pan.
  7. Bake for 45 to 50 minutes or until it passes the toothpick test.
  8. Remove from the oven, and then transfer to a serving plate.
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Best Upside Down Pineapple Cake Additional Trivia
What is Upside Down Pineapple Cake?
Did You Know That A uniquely American dessert first baked in a cast iron skillet, the pineapple upside down cake is one of the nation’s best-loved sweets. This cake has been around for 80 years or so and is still popular. Box cake mixes still print recipes for upside down cake on their sides, and the recipe also appears on cans of pineapple rings.
A pineapple upside down cake is a moist yellow cake and when inverted on to a plate, has pineapple rings on top, each with a maraschino cherry in the center. A brown sugar glaze covers the cake as well.
History
As mentioned above, the upside down cake has been around for a while. One of the first mentions of this cake comes from a Seattle, Washington cookbook published in 1924. A recipe for the upside down cake appeared in a Gold Medal Flour in 1925. Canned pineapple was readily available by then, and very popular. Also, most cooks had a cast iron skillet in their kitchens, even if they didn’t have fancy bakeware. Thus, a cake that could be baked either in the oven or on the stovetop was a good recipe. The pineapple rings and cherries arranged on the upside down cake made an attractive dessert even novice cooks could tackle.
Pineapple was introduced into the United States in the mid-19th century and was an immediate hit. Most people found they liked pineapple, and canning it was a good way to get fresh fruit to those who were rarely able to procure it. It was natural then, that recipes featuring those pretty pineapple rings would become popular. Upside down cake became a hit at parties and potlucks nationwide.
An upside down cake starts with a cast iron or other heavy, ovenproof skillet. The brown sugar glaze is started in the pan with butter and dark brown sugar. Once this mixture has dissolved over low heat, the pineapple rings are placed on top. Cherries are then placed cut side up, in the pineapple rings. The cook then turns the yellow cake batter (sometimes flavored with the pineapple juice from the can) into the skillet and spread evenly across. The skillet goes into the oven, heated to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius) and the cake is baked for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a cake tester comes out clean.
The cake is allowed to sit for 5 to 10 minutes after being removed from the oven. The cook then runs a knife or spatula around the edge of the cake and places a large plate over the top. The skillet is inverted and the cake should come out on to the plate, with the glaze spilling over the top and sides. It should be served warm. Upside down cake can also be made with peaches or other juicy fruit such as plums or strawberries.
Upside-down cake
An upside-down cake is a cake that is baked in a single pan, then turned over and served upside-down.
Usually chopped fruits such as apples, pineapples,or cherries and a butter and sugar topping are placed on the bottom of the pan before the batter is poured in, so that they form a decorative topping once the cake is inverted.
Traditional upside down preparations include the American pineapple upside-down cake, French Tarte Tatin, Rocky Road upside-down cake, and It is also well known in Hawaiian culture Source Upside Down Pineapple Cake

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Filipino Style Blueberry Muffins




How To Baked Filipino Style Blueberry Muffins

Filipino Style Blueberry Muffins - Blueberry Muffin or any muffin variety can sometimes be mistaken as cupcakes. Muffins and cupcakes are two different things. Muffins are less sweeter and it does not have any frosting. I do not really think that the distinction is important. All that matters is the taste. Call it Blueberry Muffin or Blueberry Cupcake it should not be an issue as long as you are enjoying it. I’m sure you will find this Blueberry Muffins Recipe enjoyable.
This Blueberry Muffin recipe is probably one of the simplest recipe around. I am confident to say that anyone with or without experience in baking can make their own blueberry muffin just by following the details described in this recipe. I know that baking can be intimidating to most people. Don’t be afraid to try. As long as you have the will and the correct guidance, you should be fine.
Blueberry Muffins
Filipino Style Blueberry Muffins

Blueberry Muffin is one of the best muffin varieties that you should try. Muffins refer to breads that are baked in small quantities. The dough is often placed in paper cups and baked in muffin or cupcake pans. This Blueberry Muffins Recipe is one of the easiest that you can prepare anytime.
Blueberry Muffin or any muffin variety can sometimes be mistaken as cupcakes. Muffins and cupcakes are two different things. Muffins are less sweeter and it does not have any frosting. I do not really think that the distinction is important. All that matters is the taste. Call it Blueberry Muffin or Blueberry Cupcake  it should not be an issue as long as you are enjoying it. I’m sure you will find this Blueberry Muffins Recipe enjoyable.

Filipino Style Blueberry Muffins Ingredients

  • 3/4 to 1 cup fresh blueberries
  • 5 tablespoons fresh milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 piece raw egg
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 3/4 cup white sugar
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil

I like this Blueberry Muffin Recipe because it has the taste and consistency that I want in a muffin. One note though, it is highly recommended to use fresh blueberries to ensure the best flavor. I love having a piece or two of Blueberry Muffins for breakfast. I like eating muffins while enjoying my coffee.
Filipino Style Blueberry Muffins Steps And Methods
  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Mix well and set aside.
  3. In another large mixing bowl, combine egg, vegetable oil, and milk. Whisk until all the ingredients are distributed (using an electric mixer).
  4. Continue whisking while gradually adding the flour mixture.
  5. Turn the mixer off and add-in the blueberries. Fold-in the mixture until the blueberries are distributed well.
  6. Arrange paper cups (muffin or cupcake cups) on a muffin pan. Scoop mixture and arange in each paper cups.
  7. Place the muffin pan inside the oven and bake for 22 to 25 minutes, or until it passes the toothpick test.
  8. Remove from the oven and allow the temperature to cool down.
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Filipino Style Blueberry Muffins Additional Trivia
Did You Know That Blueberry muffins are tasty baked goods that are ideal for a single serving of a sweet bread. Made with the usual ingredients necessary for most breads, the blueberry muffin will also make use of fresh blueberries to enhance the flavor of the muffin. While it is possible to purchase commercial muffin mixes that utilize dried berries, this simple pastry can also be prepared from scratch with relative ease.
A basic recipe for blueberry muffins begins with combining all purpose flour with granulated sugar, baking powder, and a pinch of salt. The dry ingredients are then mixed with eggs, milk and some vegetable oil to make the basic batter for the muffins. Once the batter is prepared, fresh blueberries are folded into the batter. It is important to inspect each blueberry to ensure that the berries are washed thoroughly and do not have any bruised areas that may contain bitter spots.
After the blueberry muffin batter is complete, the batter is spooned or poured into the individual compartments of a muffin pan. Depending on the type of pan, the compartments may be lined with paper cups, which makes releasing the baked muffin very easy. However, if the cups or liners are not used, it is a good idea to grease and flower each individual compartment before introducing the batter.
While many people prefer this simple recipe for blueberry muffins, some prefer to make a special crumb topping that is added to the top of the batter before cooking. The topping is usually composed of more sugar and flour that is enhanced with melted butter and a small amount of cinnamon. The end result is a cap for the muffin that is somewhat crumbly in texture and adds a buttery flavor that permeates the cap and also seeps into the main body of the muffin.
Generally, blueberry muffins that are made from scratch using fresh blueberries are considered superior to commercial muffin mixes. However, when fresh blueberries are not available, the mixes containing dried chunks of blueberries do work well. It is possible to enhance the appearance and taste of the commercial mix by adding the crumb topping to the top of the mix just before baking. This helps even the commercial muffin mix to have the appearance and at least some of the flavor of homemade blueberry muffins.
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Sweet And Delicious Jelly Roll



How To Baked Sweet And Delicious Jelly Roll

Sweet And Delicious Jelly Roll - Making yourself a Jelly Roll is not that hard. Although, you should be familiar with the basic aspects of making a cake such as mixing, folding, and baking, before trying this recipe. I recommend you to refer to our video in making Brazo de Mercedes so that you will be familiar with the techniques and procedures. As for the complexity, Jelly Roll is easier to make compared to Brazo de Mercedes.
I like Jelly Roll because I am a fan of sponge cakes and jellies. Having Jelly Roll is like eating a sponge cake with Jelly spread. I enjoy eating Jelly Roll while sipping hot green tea.
Jelly Roll
Sweet And Delicious Jelly Roll

A Jelly Roll is a cake made of thin sheets of sponge cake. Various types of Jellies or Jams are spread on this cake before it gets rolled-up. Jelly Rolls are also known as Swiss Rolls.
Kids love Jelly Rolls. This is definitely a big hit to the young (and the young-at-heart). If you love Peanut Butter and Jelly sandwich, strawberry jelly sandwich, or any sandwich with jams, you will surely love Jelly Roll.

Sweet And Delicious Jelly Roll Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup jelly (use your favorite brand and type)
  • 4 pieces raw eggs, whites separated from the yolk
  • 13 1/2 tablespoons granulated white sugar
  • 3 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar, sifted
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Sweet And Delicious Jelly Roll Methods For Cooking.
  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. Combine all-purpose flour and baking powder in a mixing bowl. Mix well and set aside.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine egg yolks and vanilla extract. Whisk (using an electric mixer) while gradually adding 5 ½ tablespoons of granulated white sugar. Set aside.
  4. In another bowl, beat the egg whites while gradually adding the remaining 8 tablespoons of granulated white sugar until soft peaks form.
  5. Fold-in the egg yolk mixture with the egg white mixture. Gradually sprinkle the flour and baking powder mixture while folding.
  6. Grease a flat baking tray, and then pour-in the mixture. Spread the mixture evenly.
  7. Put inside the oven and bake for 13 to 16 minutes.
  8. Remove from the oven and allow to cool down.
  9. Sprinkle confectioners sugar on the top part and distribute evenly.
  10. Remove the cake from the tray and place in a parchment paper or cloth (the part with confectioners sugar should be facing down).
  11. Spread Jelly over the cake (the side opposite the one coated with sugar).
  12. Roll the cake gently starting from one of the edges.
  13. Trim both ends of the rolled cake. Transfer to a serving plate.
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Sweet And Delicious Jelly Roll Additional Trivia



Did You Know That A jelly roll pan is similar to a baking sheet or cookie sheet, but it has sides that are usually 1 inch (2.54 cm) deep. These pans are handy for many uses, such as for roasting vegetables and baking cookies, coffee cakes, and the cake portion of jelly rolls.
A jelly roll is a thin sponge cake that is rolled up with a filling of jelly or jam. When sliced, a circular pattern is revealed in each piece of cake. Whipped cream and fruit or fruit preserves often top each slice. The jelly roll cake batter is usually flavored with vanilla and/or almond extract, and raspberry or strawberry jam or jelly is usually used for the filling. There are many variations of this dessert, however, and while a chocolate cake with whipped cream filling isn't technically a jelly roll, it would still be made in basically the same way.
Since the outside layer of cake will show in the finished dessert, the jelly roll pan is often lined with a piece of wax paper or a silicone mat that is peeled off the cake after baking. This method tends to add a smooth look to the top surface of the cake. Turning the other side of the jelly roll into a clean kitchen towel sprinkled with powdered, or icing, sugar and then letting it cool before filling may make the paper or mat easier to remove. Then, once the cake is completely cool, the baker can flip it over, fill it and place the roll on a plate seam side down before slicing and serving.
A jelly roll pan is usually made of aluminized steel as this material resists rusting and allows for an even distribution of heat, and non-stick versions are available. Commercial quality pans are made with heavy gauge steel for extra strength and to prevent bending and warping. Cooks can use this type to roast a big pan full of roasted vegetables or broil a lot of appetizers.
Many foods that slide off of a regular cookie sheet can be cooked on a jelly roll pan, thanks to the edges. There's much less chance of juices leaking from the pan and making a mess in the oven. Plus, cooks can bake desserts such as coffee cakes and granola bars on this type of pan rather than just cookies.
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Sweet And Delicious Chocolate Chip Cookie



How To Make Sweet And Delicious Chocolate Chip Cookie

Sweet And Delicious Chocolate Chip Cookie - This cookie variety needs no introduction. Because of its popularity, almost everyone knows about it. However, I think that this Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe that we have here needs a little unveiling.
You can find tens or hundreds of Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe in the internet and in many cookbooks. Each recipe has a distinguishing characteristic that make it stand out. After trying most of the recipes out there, I came up with a single recipe that has the characteristics that I like: simple, delicious, and comforting. This is even be better with a cold glass of milk.
Chocolate Chip Cookie
Sweet And Delicious Chocolate Chip Cookie

Sweet And Delicious Chocolate Chip Cookie Ingredients

  • 1 cup softened butter
  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 2 pieces raw eggs
  • 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
  • 3/4 cup chopped walnuts
What characteristics are you looking for in a Chocolate Chip Cookie? Do you have a recipe that you can share?
Sweet And Delicious Chocolate Chip Cookie Steps And Methods For Cooking.
  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, salt, and baking soda. Mix well and set aside.
  3. On a separate mixing bowl, put in butter and beat. Gradually add both sugars while beating.
  4. Add-in the vanilla extract and eggs (one piece at a time) while beating.
  5. Gradually add the flour, salt, and baking soda mixture and beat until all the ingredients are well mixed.
  6. Put-in the chocolate chips and chopped nuts. Fold until the chips and nuts are well incorporated.
  7. Arrange parchment paper in a baking sheet. Scoop and drop the mixture on the parchment paper. Note: try to press the mixture a little bit to make the cookie flat. This will also give you room if you want to place extra chocolate chips on top of the cookie.
  8. Place inside the oven and bake for 7 to 9 minutes.
  9. Remove from the oven and place in cooling racks.
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Methods
For some bakers, chewy chocolate chip cookies represent a holy grail of baking. A number of factors come into play when baked goods are cooked to determine their final texture; if you want to make your chocolate chip cookies chewy, it helps to understand these factors and to learn how to adjust them as needed.
The thing that makes cookies soft and chewy is a high moisture content. Moisture content is affected by the type of sugar used, how much flour is involved, how long the cookies bake, and the temperature at which they are baked. When you want your cookies to be chewy, use brown sugar, which has a higher moisture content, helping to trap moisture inside the cookie. It is also a good idea to measure the flour by spooning it into a measuring cup, rather than dipping the measuring cup into the flour container; spooned flour is fluffy, whereas scooped flour is tightly packed, adding extra to the measurement. If you measure by weight, of course, this isn't relevant.
When baking the cookies, keep a close eye on them, and pull them out before they look entirely done. As the cookies cool, they will continue to cook, so if you pull out cookies with slightly pale centers, the insides will cook but remain chewy and soft. It also helps to use a flat baking sheet rather than a pan with a lip, encouraging the even flow of heat around the cookies.
The following recipe creates a moist, stiff dough that is designed to be used in making drop cookies. You may find the dough alarmingly moist when it's finished, but resist the temptation to add flour, as the high moisture content ensures that the cookies will come out thick, soft, and chewy.
To make chewy chocolate chip cookies, start by creaming 0.5 cup (113.5 g) of butter and then adding 0.75 cup (165 g) of brown sugar. Cream the ingredients until well blended, and then add 0.5 teaspoon (2.3 g) baking soda and 0.25 teaspoon (1.5 g) salt. For an unusual and distinctive flavor, also add 0.25 teaspoon (0.55 g) of nutmeg. Blend the ingredients until well combined before stirring in one egg and 1 teaspoon (4.9 ml) of vanilla extract.
Using a large spoon to fill the measuring cup, measure out 1.25 cups (156.25 g) of flour, and blend the flour with the wet ingredients until just combined. Pour in 1 cup (168 g) of chocolate chips of choice; bittersweet chocolate chips tend to make a richer flavor. Blend the dough with a heavy spoon until the chocolate chips are evenly distributed, and then drop evenly measured scoops of the dough onto an ungreased baking pan.
Bake your cookies for five to seven minutes in a preheated 400°F (224°C) oven until the sides have started to brown and the middles are still pale. Pull the cookies out, allow them to cool briefly, and then transfer them to racks to finish cooling.
Sweet And Delicious Chocolate Chip Cookie Additional Trivia



Who Invented Chocolate Chip Cookies
Did You Know That Ruth Wakefield is often credited with the invention of chocolate chip cookies. With her husband, she ran the Tollhouse Inn in Massachusetts. The common story goes that Wakefield, who often made food for her guests, decided to make a chocolate butter cookie but didn’t have enough chocolate bars to produce one. Instead, she chopped up the bars and added them to the butter cookie recipe.
The resulting cookies were an immediate success, and became known as Tollhouse cookies. They became so popular, that the Nestlé Chocolate Company purchased the recipe with the rights to print it on its semi-sweet chocolate bars. In exchange, Wakefield received free chocolate for life. At that point, the chocolate chip cookies didn't contain actual chocolate chips, but instead they had chunks of chopped chocolate.
Nestlé had some popularity with the Wakefield’s chocolate chip cookies, but the recipe became far easier to follow when, in 1939, the company developed the standard chocolate chip, called a chocolate morsel. This easier way of combining the chocolate made the cookies the most popular in the US.
Today, many companies make chocolate chips, and many cooks favor one type of chips over another. Some cookies are considered substandard if they use a chip made with artificial vanilla, called vanillin, for example. Others people are quite happy with this flavoring.
The original recipe for chocolate chip cookies is still printed on Nestles' bags. Most other chocolate chips have some form of the recipe on them, though they have to make slight changes so as not to infringe on Nestlé's copyright privileges. This can be easily accomplished, however, and most recipes are roughly identical.
Wakefield’s chocolate chip cookies were made with butter, and always included walnuts. Many recipes now call for margarine, and may not include nuts. In fact, in 1992, Barbara Bush and Hillary Clinton had a bake-off in Family Circle magazine to see who made the best chocolate chip cookies. Clinton’s used margarine, and Bush stuck to butter.
Both varieties were praised but were distinctly different. Bush’s cookies were favored in some taste groups, but Clinton’s were more popular at restaurants. The fate of the election clearly didn’t hang on cookie popularity, however, since Clinton’s husband won the election.
Variants in today’s chips can produce many different cookies, and white chocolate or peanut butter chips are popular. Some people also add candy-coated chocolate instead of, or in addition to, morsels. Chocolate chips can be larger or smaller than the standard size and may be semi-sweet, milk chocolate, or bittersweet.
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Delicious Filipino Style Banana Muffin



How To Make Delicious Filipino Style Banana Muffin

Delicious Filipino Style Banana Muffin - I love banana muffins. I eat them in the morning along with my morning coffee. This particular recipe is outstanding it is moist and it tastes really awesome. If you loved our banana bread recipe, you will surely adore this one too.
Try this Easy Banana Muffin Recipe. Let me know what you think.
Banana Muffin
Delicious Filipino Style Banana Muffin

Banana Muffins are really good. It goes well with coffee, hot chocolate, soda, and almost any drink. It is quick and easy to prepare. This fool proof recipe and video will guide you on how to make your own banana muffins as easy as possible.

Delicious Filipino Style Banana Muffin Ingredients

  • 3 large ripe bananas
  • 1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 5 tablespoons melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 12 tablespoons granulated white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
Delicious Filipino Style Banana Muffin Steps And Method For Cooking.
  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. Mash the bananas. Set aside.
  3. Combine flour, baking powder, salt, and baking soda in a bowl. Mix using a wire whisk. Set aside.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas, butter, egg, vanilla extract, and granulated white sugar. Mix well.
  5. Fold-in the dry ingredient mixture in the large mixing bowl. continue this step until
    the texture becomes smooth.
  6. Arrange regular sized paper cups in the muffin pan. Scoop the mixture in each paper cup. Do not fill the cup as it will overflow.
  7. Bake in the oven for 13 to 16 minutes.
  8. Remove from the oven and let cool by placing in a wire rack.
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Delicious Filipino Style Banana Muffin Additional Trivia



Do You Know That Banana muffins are a tasty morning treat or snack that use mashed ripe bananas as a primary ingredient. For the decadent, banana muffins can be easily dressed up with extra ingredients to make a fabulous dessert. For the health-conscious, basic muffins can also be nutritionally enhanced through some judicious ingredient swapping.
For a basic banana muffin, the key ingredients are ripe or over-ripe bananas. Over-ripe bananas are often preferred, as they tend to pack more flavor into the same amount of banana. Making a quick batch of banana muffins is a great way to get rid of a bunch of bunch of bananas that have begun to soften and brown.
Other key ingredients in a basic recipe include flour, a rising agent such as baking powder or baking soda, and a pinch of salt. Many recipes call for the addition of vegetable oil or melted butter to create a moister muffin. Spices, such as cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, are also frequently added to give the muffins a little extra kick of flavor. Vanilla or almond extract can also be an excellent flavor enhancement.
To fancy up a batch of banana muffins, consider adding a topping such as frosting or streusel. Banana muffins pair excellently with cheese-based frosting such as mascarpone or cream cheese icing. To make a quick streusel, simply mix brown sugar with flour, butter, and uncooked oatmeal, then sprinkle on top of the muffins before putting them in to bake. Banana muffins can also be perked up by carving a small hole in the finished muffin, then piping in mascarpone cheese or melted chocolate filling. For a simple variation, simply add a few miniature chocolate chips or nuts into the muffin batter.
Banana muffins can also be quite healthy, when the right ingredients are brought to the table. Swap out regular flour for whole-wheat flour, and consider using an extra mashed banana or plain yogurt instead of oil or butter. Boost fiber content by adding a few handfuls of bran cereal to the batter, or increase antioxidants by tossing in some fresh blueberries. Sprinkle wheat germ on top of the muffins for a little additional whole grain goodness.
One of the keys to great banana muffins is properly preparing the muffin tin. Each individual cup should be greased well with butter or oil before baking; alternatively, bake the muffins in non-stick cupcake papers. For those who don't want to mess around with muffin cups, most banana muffin recipes can easily be transferred into a baking dish or loaf pan for hearty banana bread instead.
Muffin
The term muffin typically refers to an individual sized quick bread product which can be sweet or savory. The typical American muffin is similar to a cupcake in size and cooking methods. These can come in both savory varieties, such as corn or cheese muffins, or sweet varieties such as blueberry or banana.
Muffin also refers to a flatter disk-shaped bread of English origin, commonly referred to as an English muffin outside the United Kingdom. These muffins are also popular in Commonwealth countries and the United States.
Quick bread muffins
American muffins
Recipes for quick bread muffins are common in 19th-century American cookbooks. Recipes for yeast-based muffins, which were sometimes called "common muffins" or "wheat muffins" in 19th-century American cookbooks, can be found in much older cookbooks. In her Boston Cooking-School Cook Book, Fannie Farmer gave recipes for both types of muffins, both those that used yeast to raise the dough and those that used a quick bread method, using muffin rings to shape the English muffins. Farmer indicated that stove top "baking", as is done with yeast dough, was a useful method when baking in an oven was not practical.Source Muffins
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Friday, July 17, 2015

Cream Cheese Flan

How To Bake Cream Cheese Flan

Cream Cheese Flan - Flan is an open pastry or sponge cake containing a sweet or savoury filling. A typical flan of this sort is round, with shortcrust pastry, usually coated with sweet syrup. It is similar to a custard tart or a South African melktert.
British savory flans may have diverged from the Spanish and French custard flans also known as creamed caramel in the Middle Ages.
Cream Cheese Flan

Cream Cheese Flan Time Of Preparation

Prep Time
20min. 
Total Time
4hr. 50min. 
Servings
8 servings
Ingredients

Cream Cheese Flan Direction

  • Heat oven to 350°F.
  • Cook 1 cup sugar in small saucepan on medium heat until melted and deep golden brown, stirring constantly. Pour into 9-inch round pan; tilt pan to evenly cover bottom with syrup.
  • Blend milk and cream cheese in blender until smooth. Add remaining sugar, eggs and vanilla; blend just until smooth. Pour over syrup in pan. Place filled pan in larger pan; add enough hot water to larger pan to come halfway up side of small pan.
  • Bake 50 min. to 1 hour or until knife inserted near center comes out clean. Cool slightly. Carefully remove flan from water; cool completely on wire rack. Refrigerate several hours or until chilled. Unmold onto plate just before serving.
Additional Information About Flan
History
The history of flan begins with the ancient Romans. The eggs figured prominently in many Roman recipes. The flan prepared by the ancient Romans was quite different from the food we eat today. Their flan was often served as a savory dish, as in "eel flan," although sweet flans, made with honey and pepper, were also enjoyed. When the Romans conquered Europe, they brought their culinary traditions with them. One of these was flan.
In the Middle Ages, both sweet and savory flans almonds, cinnamon & sugar; cheese, curd, spinach, fish were very popular in Europe, especially during Lent, when meat was forbidden. According to Platina's De Honesta Voluptate On Right Pleasure and Good Health, an Italian cookery text published approximately 1475, custard-type dishes were considered health food. In addition to being nourishing they were thought to soothe the chest, aid the kidneys and liver, increase fertility, and eliminate certain urinary tract problems. Caramel evolved in France. Source: Flan
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