Gingersnaps

  I do like a good gingersnap, the ginger-y the better, and I like them crunchy. Not everyone does, but I feel like the “snap” in gingersnap should be the sound the cookie makes as I break it in half. This particular recipe has the baker roll the dough into small balls, but it could … Continue reading

More Doughnuts

This recipe sheet is virtually identical to the previous entry for raised and cake doughnuts. Each type would be cooked in hot oil. Let the dough cook for a bit, then turn it over so the other side cooks. I recall reading (though not from where exactly) that the oil should be deep enough for … Continue reading

Raised Doughnuts – sweet dough

We have talked about the history of the doughnut being almost uniquely American in the past. Before the days of a doughnut shop on every corner, women made doughnuts at home, deep fried in grease and dusted with sugar or maybe powdered sugar. The likes of Winchell’s, Dunkin’ Donuts, and Krispy Kreme really took the … Continue reading

Holly Cookies

Oops, it’s been a few missed weeks, sorry for neglecting you! To make up for my lapse, I’m going to post recipes for Christmas every day until the 25th. The first is this one for Holly Cookies. I think someone made these when I was a kid but I don’t have much recollection. Frequent site … Continue reading

Miracle Icing

  This recipe is similar to a boiled icing recipe I have seen in the past. I am still a bit squeamish at the raw egg white, although I know plenty of people have eaten this icing to no ill effect. Miracle Icing 1 cup sugar 1 egg white 1/4 tsp cream of tartar 1/2 … Continue reading