Artisan Bread Recipe • A Classic French Bread! | Club Foody

 

Fresh homemade bread 🍞 is the ultimate comfort food! Just the aroma from the oven while baking triggers my appetite! The slow process of kneading then rising for a while and finally baking, allows the flavors to fully develop giving incredible results which commercial breads don’t deliver.
 
I’ve been making breads for a few decades – I’m no spring chicken anymore, lol 😂! Do I have a favorite? Nope, I like them all! I think of Challah, Tortilla, Olive Bread, Ciabatta, Naan, Sourdough, Arepas, Socca, Baguettes, Grissini, etc. including this featured one… Artisan Bread!
 
As much as bread making can be intimidating for many, this one is actually quite easy and forgiving. It’s a great recipe that’s perfect for beginners who want to attempt bread making and also pros who appreciate its texture!
 
Technically, there’s no need for a stand mixer as it can be made by hand. However, if there’s a way to make my life easier, I go for it 😉 so that’s the reason why I use this appliance. With a few ingredients, this effortless recipe is perfect to enjoy with soups 🥣, using as a food vessel for dips, hummus, and so on.
 
Contrary to many recipes out there, I use sugar when proofing my yeast. There are a few reasons behind it…
Yeast loves 💖 sweet and helps to convert it into carbon dioxide gas which helps it to rise. It also improves the texture of the bread as well as adding flavor. In addition, it gives the crust that lovely golden-brown color. Moreover, sugar helps keep the bread moist and soft by retaining moisture.
 
Another ingredient I use that most don’t is bread flour. The protein in flour is what forms gluten in the dough. Bread flour has about 11.7 to 14% versus all-purpose which has 9 to 11.7%. More protein means more gluten therefore giving elasticity which helps the bread to rise higher 🍞 with an airier crumb.
 
After the dough is made, I lightly grease the bowl using a pastry brush. When I say “lightly”, I mean “barely”, and place the dough in. I cover it with plastic wrap and place a clean dish towel on top. I transfer to a draft-free area such as the oven. During the colder months, I like to turn the heat to 350ºF for just a couple minutes while my ingredients are mixing in the stand mixer. It makes it cozy 🥰 for the rise.
 
A couple hours after it has doubled in size, it’s crucial to not knock the air out! Most of the time we punch the dough after rising… we don’t do it with Artisan Bread. We gently fold it to form a ball, place it on a large piece of parchment paper lightly floured, cover with the same bowl used earlier and let it proof.
 
Meantime, the oven is turned to 450ºF and when the temperature is reached, we place a Dutch oven with the lid on in it. Both, proofing the dough and heating up the pot take 30 minutes ⏰. The size of my pot is 5 ½-quarts.
 
Half an hour later, the dough sitting on the parchment paper is transferred into the “scorching hot” pot, covered and baked for 30 minutes. When time is up, the lid is removed and the bread is baked for an additional 10 minutes or until the top is golden brown.
 
If you’re a beginner at this, this Artisan Bread is certainly a great introduction. It’s easy to make 👨‍🍳👩‍🍳 with delicious results! Soft inside with a nice crispy crust, this is a French bread that I’m sure you’ll enjoy baking often…
Bon Appétit! 🍽
 
Here are more incredible bread recipes for you to try… 😀
– Tomato Rosemary Focaccia
– Brioche Bread
– Easy Zucchini Bread
– Man’oushe – Lebanese Flatbread
– Homemade Pretzels
– Pull-Apart Garlic Bread
and for even more bread recipes 🥖🍞, click on this link… Recipe Category • Bread

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Cornflake Crusted Fish Recipe | Club Foody

 

Let’s not kid ourselves… We waste more than ever! From electronics 🎮, appliances, to water, gas, oil, etc., we create tons of waste and it’s not getting better. The amount of plastic pollution has increased exponentially – from 2.3 million tons in 1950 to 448 million by 2015 expected to double by 2050!
 
When it comes to food, did you know that one-third of it around the globe 🌎 is wasted every year! From that number, there’s about 22% that comes from households while there are over 800 million people worldwide who are experiencing hunger. That’s extremely sad 😥, don’t you agree?
 
As we take a moment to look at our previous generations (grandparents, great-grandparents and beyond), they were salvaging as much as they could. Throwing away food was unacceptable. They appreciated it and respected it just like people do these days with their iPhone or cars 🚗.
 
I salvage as much as I can. Is it the fact that I grew up as a Catholic? Perhaps but bottom line is why waste it when it costs so much to buy food and the prices just keep going up 📈! A recipe that reflects my obsession of using nearly everything is my Cornflake Crusted Fish!
 
When we get to the bottom of a box of cereal or a bag of chips, there are always crumbs leftover. Most everyone will throw them out as no one wants to eat them. Using these little morsels can enhance many proteins like the rock fish 🐡 I use in the video although halibut, cod, tilapia or snapper are other delicious options.
 
This Cornflake Crusted Fish is so delicious! With added seasonings, this recipe turns your plain Jane fish into a delicious meal! I do the same with Doritos or even tortilla chips. I make my Dorito Chicken Casserole or my Taco Beef Pie. I use tortilla chips for my Migas or a nice topping for salad 🥗 or casseroles.
 
We, and the generations to come, should reevaluate the importance of food by salvaging as much as we can. This tasty Cornflake Crusted Fish is just a small example of what we can do. It’s a quick and easy recipe and a flavorful way to elevate your protein without wasting your leftover crumbs… 😉
Bon Appétit! 🍽
 
Here are more delicious fish recipes for you to try… 😀
– Grilled Marlin Steaks
– Filet-O-Fish Sandwich
– Easy Miso Glazed Salmon
– Red Snapper en Papillote
– Cod au Gratin
– Ahi Tuna Poke Bowl
– Sardine Cups
and for even more fish recipes 🐟🐡, click on this link… Recipe Category • Fish & Seafood

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Julienne Cut • Chef Knife Skills - Tips & Tricks | Club Foody

 

Cooking is an art that’s slightly complex! It’s important to know and master a few skills. There’s how to boil or poach an egg, the proper way to melt chocolate 🍫, knowing how to cook pasta perfectly, learn to make a great omelet, master how to cook rice, grasp the kneading technique, and many other skills…
 
Another one that is important to master when prepping ingredients is knife cuts 🔪. There are a few like lyonnaise, mince, brunoise, dice, batonnet, paysanne, rondelle, pont-neuf, chiffonade, diagonal, lozenge, fermière, and more. Today, let’s focus on a popular one which is the Julienne Cut!
 
This French knife technique is quite significant to know. After learning how, it’s not hard to do. It is often used for dishes like salads, sushi or spring rolls, stir fries, potatoes, soups or even in fajitas 🌯. These long thin strips of vegetables (or fruits) are a classic that every home cook should master…
 
Julienne Cut also known as matchstick or “allumette” in French are about 2 to 3 inches long and 1/8 inch thick although you can go for ¼ if you want… you don’t run a Michelin restaurant at home so don’t go crazy 😵! When a recipe calls for “fine” julienne then the length is the same but the width is 1/16th.
 
The easiest way to make this cut is to square the vegetable 🥕 or fruit 🍏 by making the edges flat and cutting the ends as well. The shortcut is to use a food processor or mandoline! After cutting the veggie into a matchstick, it can be turned into a “brunoise cut”.
 
Without being insanely precise in length like in a culinary school 👩‍🍳👨‍🍳, it’s important that the Julienne Cut strips are as uniform as possible. They will cook evenly or if used raw, the matchsticks will look pretty – as I’ve said many times… “we eat with our eyes first!”.
Bon Appétit! 🍽
 
Check out these other great kitchen tips and tricks… 😀
– How to Poach & Shred Chicken the Easy Way
– Beurre Manié
– Perfect Whipped Cream Every Time – How to
– Tomato Ripening Trick
– Prepping Lemongrass – How to
– How to Roast and Peel Peppers
– Secret for Better Grating Soft Cheeses/Butter
and for more handy kitchen tips and tricks 💡, click on this link… Recipe Category • Tips & Tricks
 
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Meatless Spaghetti Sauce Recipe • Fresh & Tasty! | Club Foody

 

I love making pasta for a few reasons. First and foremost, it’s comfort food 🥰! Second, there’s a variety of pasta shapes with different textures. Third, there’s an infinite number of sauces to pair them with and lastly, a dish can be made within 30 minutes.
 
Of course, the wide selection of sauces makes the dish 🍝! I think of Carbonara, Cacio e Peper, Pesto, Quattro Formaggi, Bolognese, Amatriciana, Alfredo, Vodka, Marinara, Rosé, Ragù, Scarpariello, Arrabbiata, Puttanesca, Aglio e Olio, and many others.
 
Another popular one is Salsa di Pomodoro which translates to a sauce made mostly with tomatoes 🍅. It’s a good base for many recipes. I have one that is similar except with more ingredients and it’s my Meatless Spaghetti Sauce!
 
With fresh ingredients, this tasty sauce is loaded with goodness! It’s a great recipe to have on hand as it can be used for many different applications. I use this one when I make my Italian Meatballs, my Manicotti, Gnocchi, or Lasagna. It also makes an excellent vegan and vegetarian sauce.
 
To make this Meatless Spaghetti Sauce, I use my Classic Marinara Sauce but if I’m out, I simply go with good quality store-bought. Passata is another option but it’s pretty bold in taste as the sauce is not cooked yet. Even after simmering for 1 hour, the sauce will retain the robust flavor from the tomatoes. When I make my Pasta al Pomodoro, I use passata.
 
Can you turn this sauce into a Bolognese? Of course, you can. When the oil is hot, add the meat and sauté until it’s done. Scoop it up to a bowl using a slotted spoon, set aside and continue with the remaining ingredients. Return the meat, including any accumulated juices, and simmer gently for one hour ⏰.
 
Incredibly delicious, this savory Meatless Spaghetti Sauce recipe is loaded with goodness. It’s certainly a great tomato-based sauce to have on hand when making other dishes. If making a big batch, can it or freeze it for later use.
Bon Appétit! 🍽
 
Check out these other amazing sauce recipes… 😀
– Soubise Sauce
– Ethiopian Red Pepper Sauce
– Asparagus with Maltaise Sauce
– Iguana’s Mushroom Sauce
– Hollandaise Sauce
– Enchilada Sauce
– Sauce Robert
and for even more sauce recipes, click on this link… Recipe Category • Sauces & Marinades

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Farmer's Sausage Skillet Recipe • A Hearty Breakfast! | Club Foody

 

When I met David 15 years ago, I came to visit him here in Vancouver. I left from Pearson airport 🛫 around 7:00 am and got there at 9:00 am. Although it was a 5-hour flight, the time zone played around with the big gap in the departure and arrival… from Eastern Standard Time to Pacific Standard Time.
 
When he came to pick me up, it was breakfast time for him so he took me to his favorite spot. Although the menu was quite elaborate, I picked my old-time favorite which is Eggs Benedict and he chose his… Farmer’s Sausage Skillet 🍳!
 
I never had this item before so of course, he made me try it. I liked it a lot and many times after, I ordered it! With a tasty combination of sausage, vegetables, and cheeses 🧀, this is a hearty and delicious dish! Extremely filling, it will keep you satisfied until dinner…
 
This Farmer’s Sausage Skillet recipe is pretty straightforward. Actually, this is one of the rare times you’ll see me using a microwave. I mostly use it to nuke food, melt peanut butter 🥜 for my Asian Peanut Dressing or when I want to peel my butternut squash. I also use it when making my Old-Fashioned Stuffing.
 
In this application, I poke each red potato a few times with a fork, quickly cook them on high for 4 minutes ⏳ before flipping them and cooking for an additional 4 minutes. They will be cooked to about 95 to 97% – keep in mind that we’ll be cooking them more in the oven.
 
I leave their skins on because not only do they hold the spuds nicely when cubing them but they also have potassium and magnesium plus antioxidants 💚. In fact, there’s more antioxidants in the skins than the flesh especially in red and purple potatoes. Make sure to scrub them well before cooking.
 
For video purposes, I separately top the two 8-inch cast iron skillets with the cheeses 🧀 before transferring them to the oven. Behind the scenes, I simply mix them together in a bowl before sprinkling on top… it’s easier!
 
Served individually in separate skillets, everyone can choose how they prefer their eggs cooked. They can be fried 🍳, soft-boiled, poached, scrambled, sunny-side-up, and so on. Before placing your favorite cooked eggs, sprinkle on some chopped green onions.
 
This hearty and delicious Farmer’s Sausage Skillet recipe can be enjoyed for either breakfast or brunch but nothing is stopping you from having it for dinner. This tasty Canadian 🍁 classic is loaded with goodness… certainly a nice meal to add to your folder!
Bon Appétit! 🍽
 
Here are more scrumptious breakfast recipes for you to try… 😀
– Angel Eggs on a Cloud
– Breakfast Quinoa Cereal with Mixed Berries
– Quiche Lorraine
– French Toast
– Soufflé Mexican Omelet
– Healthy Homemade Granola
– Breakfast Sausage Muffin Cups
and for even more breakfast and brunch recipes 🍳🥞🥓, click on this link… Recipe Category • Breakfast & Brunch

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Chocolate Cupcakes with Raspberry Frosting Recipe | Club Foody

 

Aww, love… one of the most powerful emotions of a human being! Although we show affection to our loved ones throughout the year, there’s also a yearly event that we enjoy celebrating and it’s Valentine’s Day 💘!
 
Flowers, cards, little gifts 🎁 are all a nice touch but as a foody, chocolate is what I want to make for my husband. There’s a vast choice to choose from like Chocolate Lava Cake with Caramel, Chocolate Pot de Crème, Dulce de Leche Chocolate Parfait, Chocolate Covered Strawberries, Poires Belle Hélène, etc.
 
Another one I like baking is my Chocolate Cupcakes with Raspberry Frosting! These are totally an OMG 😍! Incredibly moist and delicious, these little guys are perfect for any occasion including our dearest event! Chocolate and raspberries pair so well together… a match made in baking heaven!
 
We love cupcakes 🧁! They are tiny and for that reason, they’re convenient to eat on the go plus they’re little bites of yumminess. They make great gifts and are easy to bring to an event or potluck. In my book, they are pure little pleasures! With different flavors and decorations, they’re well suited for every occasion!
 
This Chocolate Cupcakes with Raspberry Frosting is an easy recipe. With a lovely chocolate taste, the batter is pretty straightforward to make 👩‍🍳👨‍🍳. The only thing that needs a little attention is to check if the frosting is thick enough before decorating your baked goods.
 
Raspberries, like most fruits, contain a lot of water 💧 so to see if the consistency is right, take a spoonful and invert it. If the frosting sticks to it and doesn’t fall back in the bowl, you’re fine otherwise, if it’s a little runny, simply add some cornstarch to it, no more than ¼ cup, and process once again. It won’t change the taste and will help thicken the mixture.
 
These tasty Chocolate Cupcakes with Raspberry Frosting are a perfect sweet treat to serve on Valentine’s although they’re great anytime! Deliciously sweet with a slight tangy frosting, these are ideal for all the chocolate lovers out there!
Bon Appétit! 🍽
 
Here are more scrumptious chocolate dessert recipes for you to try… 😀
– Chocolate Beet Cake
– Chocolate Ice Cream
– Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Pie
– Chocolate Raspberry Cake with a Mirror Glaze
– Chocolate Sauce
– Silk & Satin Chocolate Pie
and for even more dessert recipes 🍰🍩, click on this link… Recipe Category • Dessert

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