Today’s Spotlight is on Egg Nogg! Eggnog, historically also known as a milk punch or an egg milk punch when alcoholic beverages are added, is a rich, chilled, sweetened, dairy-based beverage. It is traditionally made with milk, cream, sugar, egg yolks, and whipped egg...
Today’s spotlight is on Pfeffernusse. Pfeffernüsse are small spice cookies, popular as a holiday treat with Germans and ethnic Mennonites in North America. Similar cookies are made in Denmark, and The Netherlands, as well. They are also known as...
Today’s Spotlight is on Date Nut Bread. Date nut bread is a quick bread that contains chopped dates and nuts. It’s also known as date walnut loaf. Date nut bread is a traditional Scottish tea bread that became popular in the US in the 1920s. It’s often...
Today’s Spotlight is on French Fried Shrimp. French fried shrimp is shrimp that’s been deep-fried in fat. It’s also known as battered shrimp or tempura shrimp. Shrimp that has been grilled, poached, steamed, or baked are often a healthier choice....
Today’s Spotlight is on Sangria. Sangria is a sweet, alcoholic beverage originating in Spain and Portugal. A punch, sangria traditionally consists of red wine and chopped fruit, often with other ingredients or spirits. It’s made with red or white wine, fruit...
Today’s Spotlight is on Oatmeal Muffins. Muffins are a type of quick bread that are baked in a pan with cup-sized indentations. They are made with a batter of flour, eggs, liquid, and oil. Baking powder is used as a leavening agent to help the batter rise in the pan...
