Travel
I've mentioned in numerous previous posts that although I was lucky to be born in the great state of Kentucky, I was mostly raised across the Ohio River in Cincinnati. When I lived there the majority of the population was of German and Irish heritage, and the German-American cuisine is still my favorite.
Lately I have been craving some good German rye bread, and have been surprised that there really isn't much of it on the grocers' shelves. Today I bought a loaf of Orowheat dark rye and on upacking the grocery bag I opened the loaf and slathered a slice with butter. I couldn't believe what a tasteless bread it is, and I don't know what to do with the remainder of the loaf. I am going to get out my old recipes, make a list of ingredients I will need, and make my own rye bread. I made some good bread, including rye and whole wheat, back in the 1970's and I hope I can do it again. In the meantime an internet search leads to a local German deli where I will try the bread plus other special German foods.
I'm getting drowsy as I usually do this time of afternoon. I don't know why I need a nap as I get a good night's sleep every night. But I won't fight it off!
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- One Chore Accomplished
Joe came by this afternoon with his two girls, and helped me cut, cook and puree the pumpkins for Thanksgiving pies. As always I have way more pumpkin than I will need for two pies, so some of it will maybe make pumpkin bread or similar, and I might...
Travel
Bread making
I've mentioned in numerous previous posts that although I was lucky to be born in the great state of Kentucky, I was mostly raised across the Ohio River in Cincinnati. When I lived there the majority of the population was of German and Irish heritage, and the German-American cuisine is still my favorite.
Lately I have been craving some good German rye bread, and have been surprised that there really isn't much of it on the grocers' shelves. Today I bought a loaf of Orowheat dark rye and on upacking the grocery bag I opened the loaf and slathered a slice with butter. I couldn't believe what a tasteless bread it is, and I don't know what to do with the remainder of the loaf. I am going to get out my old recipes, make a list of ingredients I will need, and make my own rye bread. I made some good bread, including rye and whole wheat, back in the 1970's and I hope I can do it again. In the meantime an internet search leads to a local German deli where I will try the bread plus other special German foods.
I'm getting drowsy as I usually do this time of afternoon. I don't know why I need a nap as I get a good night's sleep every night. But I won't fight it off!
- Nice Lookout Tower...but It's Closed.
Supposed to be breakfast included at this hostel, but as we watched the girl put it together yesterday morning we realized there wasn't much for us. Sure, coffee and tea, but we had already made our own hot chocolate anyhow. She brought out a big...
- Ruth's Best Gluten Free Bread Recipe
A little off topic for a travel blog, but because many of you know that Ruth eats gluten free we're often asked about eating that special diet. When we're not traveling, Ruth makes a lot of food from scratch and bread is one of the more popular...
- Good Day For A Birthday Party!
Yesterday was my grandson's birthday party, although he turned 7 last week. It was a gorgeous day, in the high 70's and sunshine. There were lots of kids and fortunately the weather was perfect for them to play outside. There...
- Another Do-nothing Day
It was cold when I woke up this morning - 39 degrees - time to get out my Lasko heater. Once I am moving around I won't need the heater as we are looking at a high of 74 today. Other than a quick trip to the grocery and to the doctor, I haven't...
- One Chore Accomplished
Joe came by this afternoon with his two girls, and helped me cut, cook and puree the pumpkins for Thanksgiving pies. As always I have way more pumpkin than I will need for two pies, so some of it will maybe make pumpkin bread or similar, and I might...