Yesterday was a very raw day , cold , rainy and the snow started coming down last night. We awoke to a couple of inches of snow this morning , it's beautiful to see everything snow covered again , but I'm ready for Springgggggg .............. the garlic still peeks through , letting me know that Springggg ............ is almost here.
Other than checking on the chicks and guineas , feeding them , the rabbit and dogs , I stayed inside. I was going to the grocery store , but changed my mind and decided to make do with what I had on hand. I gathered up 5 quarts of canned veggies and browned some ground chuck with garlic , threw everything in a large pot and let it simmer. Then I tried making french bread again , my first attempt was a complete failure , a few weeks ago. The bread didn't rise and was sooo heavy , not sure what I did wrong . I thought maybe the water wasn't warm enough to make the yeast work or maybe I didn't give it enough time to start working. So I made sure the water was warmer and let it sit longer , until it was bubbling well. The dough did rise and the bread was good with the soup.
I plan to make this bread soon , found the recipe on Mother Earth News at this link ,http://www.motherearthnews.com/Real-Food/Artisan-Bread-In-Five-Minutes-A-Day.aspx?utm_source=iPost&utm_medium=email&page=4. I've seen on a few blogs , were the bloggers had great success with this bread , and love being able to keep it on hand , to make quickly.
Hope everyone had a great weekend.
~ Many Blessings ~
JoyceAnn
I'm shivering looking at the pictures. That bread looks good.
ReplyDeleteYum, that bread looks delicious Joyceann. Don't you just love the smell of bread baking. I love Winter, I love snow but I pretty much have had enough of it right now. Bring on Spring !!!!!
ReplyDeleteWelcome Patrice , It has been cold the last few days , I've shivered a few times.
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Vickie , I did love winter , but the older I get , the less I like it. The bones ache , sinuses react to the changing temps ~~~ I'm ready to Spring Forward !!
No snow for us but it sure has been cold and I am enjoying sitting by the woodstove. Have a great week!
ReplyDeletePeggy , We're still snow-covered , love the outdoor woodheater , but would love one inside to snuggle up to.
ReplyDeleteStay warm !
~ Blessings ~
JoyceAnn