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Nancy Baggett to visit Clabber Girl for History Day
Nancy Baggett, one of America's most respected baking teachers, will be at Clabber Girl. to promote her most recent book, "The All-American Dessert Book." Nancy will be presenting a lecture "As American As Apple Pie: Uniquely American Desserts" the evening of April 27th at Clabber Girl.
Read the article: ISU and Clabber Girl Team up to Host Community History Day April 28
Articles and Recipes:
Chef Mani Niall - Whole Grain, Gluten-free and Un-hydrogenated
The themes I saw over and over at the annual natural foods trade show, Expo West, in Anaheim this year: health-ier ingredients (whole grains), the “good “ fats (un-hydrogenated) and lots of choice for special diets. read more...
 Apple Flapjacks -whole grain and gluten free-
I have sampled these tasty oatcakes many times, popular in bakeries throughout Scotland and England. This is the first time I have ever attempted to make them and I’m hooked! They’re often made with raisins and other dried fruits and nuts instead of the moist apple filling. 
Strawberry Rhubarb Turnovers These turnovers are perfect for the season. Rhubarb is just in, strawberries too. This crust is tender and flakey, thanks to the combination of palm shortening and vegetable oil.
 Blueberry Scones -gluten free-
A little research into the field of gluten-free baking reveals that various starches, such as corn starch, and gums help fill the role of wheat flour, binding the grain together. These are surprisingly light and tasty when fresh baked. Feel free to use the base mixture and add in your favorites - other berries, raisins, nuts, citrus peel, etc.
With spring here the need to grill is at hand. That being said, it never hurts to have some new condiments to work with. This month’s recipe is one from Argentina and is used there the same way we use Ketchup or Barbeque Sauce. more...
Plus,
The Versatile Tortilla - for Any Meal! A traditional Mexican bread, homemade tortillas can be used to create a variety of dishes at any meal time! The taco is just one of the more popular uses for tortillas in the United States.
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Your comments, recipes and cooking tips are welcome as always. Send via e-mail to: pmeeks@clabbergirl.com.
See you next time!
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Entertaining with Chef Eddie -