Best Bread Recipes Blog: May 2016

Monday, May 23, 2016

banana banana bread

Ingredients

Servings: 1
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup brown sugar
2 eggs, beaten
2 1/3 cups mashed overripe bananas

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
in a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda and salt. in a separate bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar. stir in eggs and mashed bananas until well blended. stir banana mixture into flour mixture; stir just to moisten. pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
bake in preheated oven for 60 to 65 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into center of the loaf comes out clean. let bread cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out a wire rack.

banana banana bread

Ingredients

Servings: 1
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup brown sugar
2 eggs, beaten
2 1/3 cups mashed overripe bananas

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
in a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda and salt. in a separate bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar. stir in eggs and mashed bananas until well blended. stir banana mixture into flour mixture; stir just to moisten. pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
bake in preheated oven for 60 to 65 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into center of the loaf comes out clean. let bread cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out a wire rack.

banana banana bread

Ingredients

Servings: 1
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup brown sugar
2 eggs, beaten
2 1/3 cups mashed overripe bananas

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
in a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda and salt. in a separate bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar. stir in eggs and mashed bananas until well blended. stir banana mixture into flour mixture; stir just to moisten. pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
bake in preheated oven for 60 to 65 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into center of the loaf comes out clean. let bread cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out a wire rack.

Sunday, May 22, 2016

banana banana bread

Ingredients

Servings: 1
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup brown sugar
2 eggs, beaten
2 1/3 cups mashed overripe bananas

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
in a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda and salt. in a separate bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar. stir in eggs and mashed bananas until well blended. stir banana mixture into flour mixture; stir just to moisten. pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
bake in preheated oven for 60 to 65 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into center of the loaf comes out clean. let bread cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out a wire rack.

double tomato bruschetta

Ingredients

Servings: 12
6 roma (plum) tomatoes, chopped
1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, packed in oil
3 cloves minced garlic
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup fresh basil, stems removed
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 french baguette
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

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preheat the oven on broiler setting.
in a large bowl, combine the roma tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, vinegar, basil, salt, and pepper. allow the mixture to sit for 10 minutes.
cut the baguette into 3/4-inch slices. on a baking sheet, arrange the baguette slices in a single layer. broil for 1 to 2 minutes, until slightly brown.
divide the tomato mixture evenly over the baguette slices. top the slices with mozzarella cheese.
broil for 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.

eggplant parmesan ii

Ingredients

Servings: 8
3 eggplant, peeled and thinly sliced
2 eggs, beaten
4 cups italian seasoned bread crumbs
6 cups spaghetti sauce, divided
1 (16 ounce) package mozzarella cheese, shredded and divided
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese, divided
1/2 teaspoon dried basil

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
dip eggplant slices in egg, then in bread crumbs. place in a single layer on a baking sheet. bake in preheated oven for 5 minutes on each side.
in a 9x13 inch baking dish spread spaghetti sauce to cover the bottom. place a layer of eggplant slices in the sauce. sprinkle with mozzarella and parmesan cheeses. repeat with remaining ingredients, ending with the cheeses. sprinkle basil on top.
bake in preheated oven for 35 minutes, or until golden brown.

banana banana bread

Ingredients

Servings: 1
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup brown sugar
2 eggs, beaten
2 1/3 cups mashed overripe bananas

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
in a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda and salt. in a separate bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar. stir in eggs and mashed bananas until well blended. stir banana mixture into flour mixture; stir just to moisten. pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
bake in preheated oven for 60 to 65 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into center of the loaf comes out clean. let bread cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out a wire rack.

versatile bread

Ingredients

Servings: 12
1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast
1 cup warm water (110 degrees f/45 degrees c)
2 tablespoons white sugar
2 teaspoons salt
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

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in a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. let stand until creamy, about 10 minutes. lightly grease two baking sheets.
in a large bowl, combine the yeast mixture with the sugar, salt, oil and 1 cup of flour; stir well to combine. stir in the remaining flour, 1/2 cup at a time, beating well after each addition. when the dough has pulled together, turn it out a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth and supple, about 8 minutes.
lightly oil a large bowl, place the dough in the bowl and turn to coat with oil. cover with a damp cloth and let rise in a warm place until doubled in volume, about 1 hour.
preheat oven to 325 degrees f (165 degrees c). divide the dough into twelve equal pieces and form into rounds. place the rounds on prepared baking sheets. cover the rolls with a damp cloth and let rise until doubled in volume, about 40 minutes.
bake in preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until golden brown. place on a wire rack to cool.

Breakfast Treat

Ingredients

Servings: 1
6 slices bread
1 (8 ounce) package processed cheese slices
1 1/2 cups diced cooked ham
1/4 cup butter, melted
4 eggs, beaten
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground dry mustard
2 cups milk

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lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking pan. line pan with slices of bread.
place slices of cheese over bread. sprinkle diced ham over cheese. pour melted butter over ham, cheese and bread. beat together eggs, salt, mustard and milk; pour over bread slices.
cover pan and refrigerate overnight. bake in preheat oven at 350 degrees f (175 degrees c) for one hour or until set. serve warm.

banana banana bread

Ingredients

Servings: 1
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup brown sugar
2 eggs, beaten
2 1/3 cups mashed overripe bananas

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
in a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda and salt. in a separate bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar. stir in eggs and mashed bananas until well blended. stir banana mixture into flour mixture; stir just to moisten. pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
bake in preheated oven for 60 to 65 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into center of the loaf comes out clean. let bread cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out a wire rack.

turkey patties with cranberry cream sauce

Ingredients

Servings: 4
1 pound ground turkey
2 eggs
1 cup bread crumbs
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground paprika
1/2 teaspoon dried sage
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 cup bread crumbs
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 (8 ounce) can whole cranberry sauce
1 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon cold water

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preheat oven to 375 degrees f (190 degrees c).
mix together the turkey, eggs, 1 cup bread crumbs, garlic, salt, paprika, sage, black pepper, and cayenne pepper in a bowl. divide mixture into 4 patties. coat each patty with 1/4 cup breadcrumbs.
heat the oil in a cast iron skillet over medium heat. cook patties in the heated oil until browned, 4 to 5 minutes each side. keeping the patties in the skillet, remove about 1/2 the remaining oil from the skillet; add the cranberry sauce to the skillet; cover with aluminum foil.
place the covered skillet in the preheated oven and cook the patties until they reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees f (75 degrees c), about 15 minutes. remove patties from the skillet and wrap in aluminum foil to keep warm.
return skillet to medium heat on stove. stir the heavy cream into the cranberry sauce. whisk together the cornstarch and water; slowly add to the skillet; cook and stir until sauce thickens. pour sauce over patties to serve.

banana banana bread

Ingredients

Servings: 1
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup brown sugar
2 eggs, beaten
2 1/3 cups mashed overripe bananas

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
in a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda and salt. in a separate bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar. stir in eggs and mashed bananas until well blended. stir banana mixture into flour mixture; stir just to moisten. pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
bake in preheated oven for 60 to 65 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into center of the loaf comes out clean. let bread cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out a wire rack.

butternut squash bake

Ingredients

Servings: 6
1 (4 pound) butternut squash - peeled, seeded, and cubed
1/3 yellow onion, minced
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 cup italian bread crumbs
1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme
6 ounces crumbled blue cheese
sea salt and ground black pepper to taste
1/4 cup italian bread crumbs

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preheat an oven to 425 degrees f (220 degrees c).
toss the squash, onion, olive oil, 1/2 cup italian bread crumbs, thyme, and blue cheese in a large mixing bowl. season with salt and pepper. pour the mixture into a large baking dish. sprinkle 1/4 cup bread crumbs over the squash.
bake in the preheated oven until lightly browned on top, 35 to 40 minutes.

Saturday, May 21, 2016

Strudel Dough

Ingredients

Servings: 2
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon white sugar
3 eggs, well beaten
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/4 cup water

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in a large bowl, sift together all-purpose flour, baking powder and salt.
mix sugar, eggs and 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a small bowl. quickly stir into the flour mixture. mix in approximately 1/2 the water. knead into a soft, pliable dough, using more of the water as necessary.
cover dough with a tea towel and allow to sit at least 1 hour while desired filling is prepared. to use, divide into two parts, roll flat on a lightly floured surface and lightly brush with remaining vegetable oil. fill and bake as desired.

banana banana bread

Ingredients

Servings: 1
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup brown sugar
2 eggs, beaten
2 1/3 cups mashed overripe bananas

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
in a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda and salt. in a separate bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar. stir in eggs and mashed bananas until well blended. stir banana mixture into flour mixture; stir just to moisten. pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
bake in preheated oven for 60 to 65 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into center of the loaf comes out clean. let bread cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out a wire rack.

Grammy Daisy's Potato Dressing

Ingredients

Servings: 8
8 potatoes, peeled and chopped
6 slices bread
2 stalks celery, minced
1 large onion, diced
1/2 cup butter, melted
2 cups turkey stock
1 teaspoon dried sage
2 tablespoons crushed dried summer savory
salt and pepper to taste

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place potatoes in a large saucepan with enough water to cover, and bring to a boil. boil 15 minutes, until tender but firm. drain and mash.
lightly toast bread, and tear into cubes. preheat oven to 375 degrees f (190 degrees c). lightly grease a medium baking dish.
in a large bowl, mix mashed potatoes, toasted bread, celery, onion, butter, turkey stock, sage, and savory. season with salt and pepper.
transfer potato mixture to the prepared baking dish. bake 30 minutes in the preheated oven, or until lightly browned.

banana banana bread

Ingredients

Servings: 1
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup brown sugar
2 eggs, beaten
2 1/3 cups mashed overripe bananas

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
in a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda and salt. in a separate bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar. stir in eggs and mashed bananas until well blended. stir banana mixture into flour mixture; stir just to moisten. pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
bake in preheated oven for 60 to 65 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into center of the loaf comes out clean. let bread cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out a wire rack.

Friday, May 20, 2016

minty potatoes

Ingredients

Servings: 6
5 (10 ounce) russet potatoes
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 large red onion, chopped
1/2 cup raisins, soaked in hot water and drained
3 green chile peppers, chopped
1/2 teaspoon asafoetida powder
2 teaspoons ginger garlic paste
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
2 teaspoons fennel seeds
2 teaspoons lemon juice, or to taste
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 bunch fresh mint leaves
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

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place the potatoes in a large pot and fill with enough water to cover. bring to a boil and cook until the potatoes are tender, 20 to 25 minutes. drain, cool, peel and cube. set aside.
heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. add the onion, raisins and chile peppers and season with asafoetida powder, ginger garlic paste, cumin seeds and fennel seeds. cook and stir until onions are tender and golden brown.
add the potatoes to the skillet along with whole mint leaves. cook and stir until potatoes are glazed with the spices. stir in lemon juice and season with salt and pepper. garnish with cilantro leaves.

hot artichoke and spinach dip ii

Ingredients

Servings: 12
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/4 cup grated romano cheese
1 clove garlic, peeled and minced
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
salt and pepper to taste
1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
1/2 cup frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a small baking dish.
in a medium bowl, mix together cream cheese, mayonnaise, parmesan cheese, romano cheese, garlic, basil, garlic salt, salt and pepper. gently stir in artichoke hearts and spinach.
transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. top with mozzarella cheese. bake in the preheated oven 25 minutes, until bubbly and lightly browned.

banana banana bread

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Servings: 1
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup brown sugar
2 eggs, beaten
2 1/3 cups mashed overripe bananas

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
in a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda and salt. in a separate bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar. stir in eggs and mashed bananas until well blended. stir banana mixture into flour mixture; stir just to moisten. pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
bake in preheated oven for 60 to 65 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into center of the loaf comes out clean. let bread cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out a wire rack.

banana banana bread

Ingredients

Servings: 1
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup brown sugar
2 eggs, beaten
2 1/3 cups mashed overripe bananas

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
in a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda and salt. in a separate bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar. stir in eggs and mashed bananas until well blended. stir banana mixture into flour mixture; stir just to moisten. pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
bake in preheated oven for 60 to 65 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into center of the loaf comes out clean. let bread cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out a wire rack.

mashed potatoes amandine

Ingredients

Servings: 6
4 large potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 cup sour cream
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons minced green onion
salt and pepper to taste
1/4 cup slivered almonds
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1/4 cup bread crumbs

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preheat an oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). butter a shallow casserole dish.
place the potatoes in a large pot and cover with salted water. bring to a boil over high heat; reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. drain and transfer to a mixing bowl; mash.
beat the sour cream, cream cheese, green onion, salt, and pepper into the potatoes with an electric hand mixer; continue beating until smooth. pour the mixture into the prepared dish, sprinkle the the almonds over the potatoes. brush the top with the melted butter and cover with the bread crumbs.
bake in the preheated oven until golden brown on top, about 30 minutes.

turkey sandwiches with cranberry sauce

Ingredients

Servings: 4
1 loaf french bread
4 tablespoons margarine
8 ounces sliced deli turkey meat
8 slices provolone cheese
8 slices precooked bacon
4 tablespoons mayonnaise
4 tablespoons jellied cranberry sauce
8 slices fresh tomatoes
4 lettuce leaves

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preheat the oven broiler.
cut the bread into four pieces, and split lengthwise almost all the way through for four sandwiches. spread margarine on the inside of each piece. place on a baking sheet, cut side up.
toast bread under preheated broiler until lightly browned, 1 to 2 minutes. remove pan from the oven.
layer 4 pieces of bread with 2 slices each of the turkey, cheese, and bacon. remove the remaining 4 slices of bread from the baking sheet and reserve for sandwich tops. cool bread slightly, and spread mayonnaise the cut side of each of the 4 top slices.
place the bread with turkey and cheese under the broiler just until the cheese melts, about 1 minute. remove from the broiler, and spread 1 tablespoon cranberry sauce over each sandwich. layer with the tomatoes and lettuce. place a top bread slice over each half, and serve.

Thursday, May 19, 2016

banana banana bread

Ingredients

Servings: 1
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup brown sugar
2 eggs, beaten
2 1/3 cups mashed overripe bananas

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
in a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda and salt. in a separate bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar. stir in eggs and mashed bananas until well blended. stir banana mixture into flour mixture; stir just to moisten. pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
bake in preheated oven for 60 to 65 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into center of the loaf comes out clean. let bread cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out a wire rack.

Onion Cheese Cornbread

Ingredients

Servings: 12
1 large onion, chopped
2 cups sour cream
2 eggs, beaten
1 (15.25 ounce) can cream-style white corn
1/2 teaspoon ground white pepper
1/2 cup unsalted butter
2 (8 ounce) packages white cornbread mix
2/3 cup buttermilk
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese

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preheat the oven to 400 degrees f (200 degrees c). grease a 9x13 inch baking dish, and set aside to cool slightly.
melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. add the onions, and saute until tender. remove from heat, stir in the sour cream, and set aside.
in a large bowl, stir together the cornbread mixes, eggs, buttermilk, corn, salt and pepper until smooth. spread evenly in the prepared pan. stir half of the shredded cheese into the sour cream and onion mixture, then spread over the batter in the pan. sprinkle remaining cheese over the top.
bake for 25 to 30 minutes in the preheated oven, until nicely browned and firm.

banana banana bread

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Servings: 1
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup brown sugar
2 eggs, beaten
2 1/3 cups mashed overripe bananas

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
in a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda and salt. in a separate bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar. stir in eggs and mashed bananas until well blended. stir banana mixture into flour mixture; stir just to moisten. pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
bake in preheated oven for 60 to 65 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into center of the loaf comes out clean. let bread cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out a wire rack.

banana banana bread

Ingredients

Servings: 1
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup brown sugar
2 eggs, beaten
2 1/3 cups mashed overripe bananas

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
in a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda and salt. in a separate bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar. stir in eggs and mashed bananas until well blended. stir banana mixture into flour mixture; stir just to moisten. pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
bake in preheated oven for 60 to 65 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into center of the loaf comes out clean. let bread cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out a wire rack.

banana banana bread

Ingredients

Servings: 1
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup brown sugar
2 eggs, beaten
2 1/3 cups mashed overripe bananas

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
in a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda and salt. in a separate bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar. stir in eggs and mashed bananas until well blended. stir banana mixture into flour mixture; stir just to moisten. pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
bake in preheated oven for 60 to 65 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into center of the loaf comes out clean. let bread cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out a wire rack.

double tomato bruschetta

Ingredients

Servings: 12
6 roma (plum) tomatoes, chopped
1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, packed in oil
3 cloves minced garlic
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup fresh basil, stems removed
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 french baguette
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

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preheat the oven on broiler setting.
in a large bowl, combine the roma tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, vinegar, basil, salt, and pepper. allow the mixture to sit for 10 minutes.
cut the baguette into 3/4-inch slices. on a baking sheet, arrange the baguette slices in a single layer. broil for 1 to 2 minutes, until slightly brown.
divide the tomato mixture evenly over the baguette slices. top the slices with mozzarella cheese.
broil for 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.