Any Home Bakers Here?

[drstratton]

I haven't been here in ages, probably because I rarely bake, but have a question.

Has anyone ever used Arrowroot powder instead of starch for a thickener?

Specifically, I know this isn't baking, but wanted to do something with all of these raspberries. We recently made plum jam with nothing but sugar added. I'd like to try use Stevia or Splenda, and it won't thicken like sugar, so need to add something else.

It's been a long time since I've used arrowroot, not sure how it would work for jam. I'd probably choose pectin. As for sweeteners, I'd suggest Allulose, it's natural and has GLP-1 benefits. Much better for you.

 

[Debbie292d]

It's been a long time since I've used arrowroot, not sure how it would work for jam. I'd probably choose pectin. As for sweeteners, I'd suggest Allulose, it's natural and has GLP-1 benefits. Much better for you.

Another thing I've never heard of! Thank you!

I've been using Splenda since it came out. Then my mom suggested I switch to Stevia. I just kept using both then, never looking if there were others.

 

[drstratton]

Another thing I've never heard of! Thank you!

I've been using Splenda since it came out. Then my mom suggested I switch to Stevia. I just kept using both then, never looking if there were others.

You're welcome. I hope it works for you.

 

[cavemanrich]

That time of the year when I can again bake.
Baking, and running the AC just doesn't mix well.
So here is first one. This is just an idea, not a recipe.
Mini pizzas. Made on flour tortillas. These are 8 inch diameter. Smaller than what used for burritos, but larger than what used for regular tacos. I do use for Tacos, that I refer to as Super Tacos.
I have also used Pita bread, and other versions of Flat bread in the past, such as Naan

My ingredients were.
Marinara Sauce (Spaghetti sauce is alternative)
Sautéed mushrooms
Chopped pieces of peperoni
Seasonings; (dry) oregano, basil, parsley
Cheese; Mozzarella, and Mexican Taco cheese.

The ingredients are not limited, but I use what is on hand. Same with type of cheese.
All things are already precooked, so into the oven until cheese takes on a nice tan.
I baked at 350°F for about 12 minutes.

 

[cavemanrich]

Received a significant quantity of Home garden peaches. Cooked them, and stored in container in refrigerator.
Made Simple yellow cake,(baking powder raised) and added peaches to make a nice Peach cobbler.
Into a parchment lined pan.

Out of oven, after about 50 minutes baking. I baked at 350°F.
Kept checking until poke stick came out DRY.

Yum Yum Yum

I always use parchment liner. Just sooooo much easier cleaning the pans afterwards.
Not to mention the ease of lifting out of pan, and placing onto a cooling rack.

 

[Sally PB]

Mini pizzas. Made on flour tortillas.

Or corn (GF) tortillas!

 

[fuzzi]

That time of the year when I can again bake.
Baking, and running the AC just doesn't mix well.
So here is first one. This is just an idea, not a recipe.
Mini pizzas. Made on flour tortillas. These are 8 inch diameter. Smaller than what used for burritos, but larger than what used for regular tacos. I do use for Tacos, that I refer to as Super Tacos.
I have also used Pita bread, and other versions of Flat bread in the past, such as Naan

My ingredients were.
Marinara Sauce (Spaghetti sauce is alternative)
Sautéed mushrooms
Chopped pieces of peperoni
Seasonings; (dry) oregano, basil, parsley
Cheese; Mozzarella, and Mexican Taco cheese.

The ingredients are not limited, but I use what is on hand. Same with type of cheese.
All things are already precooked, so into the oven until cheese takes on a nice tan.
I baked at 350°F for about 12 minutes.


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Corelle ware!

 

[jnicholes]

A good friend of mine is passing away as we speak. He has a really large family, and I’m gonna be baking them some bread as a gift.

I’m going to make them:

2 white loaves
2 artisan yeast loaves
2 French loaves
1 pullman loaf
1 no knead loaf
1 sourdough loaf

I know, it may seem like a lot of bread, but he has a really large family. Trust me.

Needless to say, tomorrow’s going to be a big bread baking day. Already fed my sourdough starter to prep a loaf to rise overnight. I’ll do the same with a no-knead loaf later.

I’ll be sure to post pictures tomorrow.

 

[Sally PB]

@jnicholes, I'm sorry about your friend.

You are such a thoughtful friend.

 

[Debbie292d]

Corelle ware!

We have that set in the basement. Got a nearly new set at an auction years ago.