It’s Andrea’s birthday week, and she’s headed to Disneyland to celebrate with Dole Whip (no word on if she’ll align her outfit to match her favorite pineapple dessert). Stefin encourages her co-host to try a favorite treat from the Happiest Place on Earth, the Disneyland Toffee. (Can’t get to DL? Try the Homemade Dole Whip […]
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Episode 147: Cornish Chunkies
Move over Pumpkin Spice Latte! The world’s second-largest coffee chain, UK-based Costa, has introduced their “bonfire” range of drinks — latte, hot chocolate and cold brew — to celebrate autumn. Will they be perfect with the chain’s much-ballyhooed Biscoff Muffin? Stefin vows to find out … before October 31! (And stay tuned to see if […]
Episode 145: Simply Savoury
It’s the first week of Simply Savoury month! (And yes, that is the British spelling!) The hosts keep to their “vow and resolution” to bake in season with a seasonal rundown of what’s fresh in markets right now (in both hemispheres) along with some great ideas for what to do with the bounty. This Week’s […]
Episode 142: Peanut Butter & Jelly Poke Cake a Wonder from Down Under
Andrea’s ready for the release of the Downton Abbey movie this September, and even more excited to try some historic Downtown Abbey-inspired desserts. While there are many cookbooks inspired by the beloved series, Andrea likes the Downton Abbey Cooks website created by Pamela Foster, which weaves in historical facts along with recipes. (For example, did […]
Episode 141: Cocoa Swirled Banana Bread
Stefin loved finding a treasure trove of old Martha Stewart Everyday Food magazines while on holiday in the Pacific Northwest this summer, and was reminded how fun vintage magazines can be. Don’t ignore them when you’re stopping by a Little Free Library, garage sale, or thrift store! Magazines published within the last 10 years are […]
Episode 138: Quick Bite: GF PB Cookies and Lemon (Ice Cream) Pudding
Stefin’s back with the last of her August Quick Bite episode devoted to three-ingredient bakes. Today, two “cheater’s” desserts for when you need something sweet in a hurry: Peanut Butter cookies that are both gluten- and dairy-free, and a British-style lemon pudding that uses one of your host’s favorite condiments, lemon curd, along with a […]
Episode 136: Quick Bite: Beer Bread and “Cheat’s” Scones
Stefin’s up with the first of August’s “Quick Bite” episodes, and she’s focusing on three-ingredient bakes to make sure you get the most sweetness in the shortest amount of time this summer. First up: quick breads. Really quick breads, that both use bubbly beverages for flavor and lift. Preview/Review: Beer Bread and 7-up Scones Three-Ingredient […]
Episode 133: Cookie Dough Ice Cream Sandwiches
Stefin and Andrea are so proud of the Preheated Listeners‘ Facebook community for stepping up in ways big and small. From posting pics, to recommending favorite gadgets, to supporting other Listeners when the going gets tough, they’re helping further the hosts’ goal of creating a soft and delicious place to land. Review: No Bake Cookie […]
Episode 131: Hip to Be Square
A hot tip from Listener Rosemary sends Andrea scurrying to investigate the correct name for part of her Cuisinart food processor (hint: it does not contain the words thing-er or thing-y), and the hosts debate not only using rogue pieces of kitchen appliances to decorate cookies, but also the many nicknames we have for our […]
Episode 130: A-maizing Cake and Ice Cream
Stefin’s enchanted by an exhibit at London’s Victoria and Albert Museum that introduced her to Mexican artist Fernando Laposse. Check out the Totomoxtle website to see how this project is helping indigenous farmers, regenerating traditional agriculture, and creating a beautiful new art form — all with this month’s namesake ingredient, corn! Bakers talk a lot […]