You got this message because you requested to receive updates from Saladinajar.com. Change your mind? Unsubscribe. Don't miss this post if cinnamon rolls are part of your holiday traditions. Question: Why do cinnamon rolls pop up in the middle? Not enough room to expand inside the pan Rolling the dough too tightly during shaping How to avoid this or fix it if it happens: Avoid stretching the dough while shaping. Use slightly larger pans. (For example, 9-inch instead of 8-inch pans. If the...
29 days ago • 1 min read
You got this message because you requested to receive updates from Saladinajar.com. Change your mind? Unsubscribe. Would you like a better way to make cut-out cookies? Read all about this clever trick in my recipe for Simple Iced Shortbread Cookies—and adapt it to any cut-out cookie recipe! This year, I brought these simple yet charming shortbread cookies to Thanksgiving, shaped into little pink hearts and served in a sparkling cut-glass dish for snacking—just like a bowl of M&M’s, but with a...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
You got this message because you requested to receive updates from Saladinajar.com. Change your mind? Unsubscribe. If you're searching for the perfect gift or hostess present for someone who cooks or loves avocados (like myself 😉), check out the items below. A while ago, one of my reader-friends gifted me a set of flexible, stackable red bowls, and they’ve truly been a game-changer in my kitchen. These bowls offer several practical advantages: You can squeeze it into a small space inside your...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
You got this message because you requested to receive updates from Saladinajar.com. Change your mind? Unsubscribe. Do you love blending fresh ideas with cherished traditions? This Thanksgiving, elevate your bread basket with dinner roll recipes that are as unique as they are delicious. While the photos may not show these bread recipes as dinner rolls, you can shape them into dinner rolls that will steal the spotlight at your holiday table. FAQ: Can I substitute all-purpose flour for bread...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
You got this message because you requested to receive updates from Saladinajar.com. Change your mind? Unsubscribe. Hi Friends, Short on time during this holiday season? These recipes use a microwave to streamline traditional cooking without sacrificing flavor or quality. Whether it’s one quick step or crafting an entire dish, the microwave saves time and effort and even preserves nutrients. This week, I’m sharing tips to master silky, lump-free sauces with ease! Tips for Perfect, Lump-Free...
2 months ago • 1 min read
You got this message because you requested to receive updates from Saladinajar.com. Change your mind? Unsubscribe. Making homemade rolls a day ahead of time can be a game changer. Nothing beats fresh yeast rolls that have never spent time in a refrigerator or freezer. However, making them on the same day as your big meal isn't always feasible. Here are four simple ways to prepare rolls ahead of time without compromising taste or texture: I. Make Dough and Shape the Day Before; Bake the Next...
2 months ago • 2 min read
You got this message because you requested to receive updates from Saladinajar.com. Change your mind? Unsubscribe. Hi Friends, I often hear from readers searching for quick and easy recipes. My best advice? Use your microwave to prep ingredients within the recipe whenever possible. I rarely cook an entire recipe in the microwave. However, I often use it to prepare vegetables, mix sauces, make a roux, brown butter, or defrost small amounts of frozen food, etc. Today, I'm cooking sweet potatoes...
3 months ago • 2 min read
You got this message because you requested to receive updates from Saladinajar.com. Change your mind? Unsubscribe. Looking to try something fun and unique with classic fall flavors? Get inspired with these ideas! Microwave Cinnamon Apples Microwave Cinnamon Apples are a quick, easy snack that can be ready in just five minutes. Toss peeled apples in a microwave-safe bowl, heat for 2-3 minutes, and enjoy! Click here for the recipe Bread Machine Pumpkin Brioche Twist This sweet yeast bread has...
3 months ago • 1 min read
You got this message because you requested to receive updates from Saladinajar.com. Change your mind? Unsubscribe. People often ask if they can make my recipes entirely in a bread machine. In other words, they want to mix and bake the bread in a bread machine instead of my preferred method of using the DOUGH cycle and baking in a conventional oven. My answer: You are welcome to try, but I can't guarantee anything. Even if I tested every recipe this way in my machine, the results would likely...
3 months ago • 1 min read