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Southern Corn Bread

Cornbread and corn sticks are traditional in the south.  They are easy and quick to make, providing you know a few secrets.

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Traditional Southern Biscuits

Making biscuits is a skill that all good southern cooks should master.  There is nothing more satisfyingly southern than a light flaky biscuit with gravy or homemade jam.  Biscuits are quick and easy to make and  economical as well.

The secret to good biscuits is in the mixing.  The dry ingredients must be kept separate from the wet until ready to bake, then mixed only as much as needed to make the dough.  Over mixing will develop gluten and result in a tough chewy biscuit.  Read More

Pancakes and Waffles

A well made waffle is a breakfast delight.  Follow these tips for foolproof waffles every time.   ...more...
Make Ahead Buttermilk Pancakes
Making Waffles
Pecan Waffles
Orange Waffles
Apple Waffles
Blueberry Waffles
Chocolate Waffles
Gingerbread Waffles

Muffins and Quick Breads
By Diane Watkins

Muffins and quick breads are really the same bread baked in different pans.  The secret to making a good muffin or quick bread is in the mixing.  The  batter should be stirred (never beaten) only until the dry ingredients are thoroughly incorporated.  The mixture will be rough and lumpy, but this is ok.  The remaining lumps will disappear during baking. 

If the batter is over-stirred or beaten, the muffins will be small with peaked tops.  They may have tunnels running through them with a tough, rubbery texture.  ...read more...
Quick Orange Nut Bread
Orange Tea Muffins
Cheese Muffins
Banana Bread
Pumpkin Nut Bread
Zucchini Nut Bread
Fruit and Spice Zucchini Bread
Ginger Spiced Pumpkin Scones
Basil Parmesan Scones
Cheese and Garlic Scones
Praline Scones