It has been a long time since I posted. Today I'm working on making focaccia from the Cook's Illustrated recent issue and I have these half hour intervals between folding (sort of punching down/kneading with a spatula) the batter so it is a good time to catch up. I made the focaccia yesterday and just about swear it is the best bread I ever have ( Read more... )

Stir together in small bowl:

1 ½ c. flour

1 t. b. s.

¼ t. salt

½ t. b. p.

In large bowl beat:

1 egg

Add:

¼ c. sugar

½ c. buttermilk (or milk soured with a bit of vinegar)

¼ c. melted butter

¼ c. orange marmalade

1 c. or more chopped fresh or frozen cranberries

Combine two mixtures.

Can use paper liners for the muffins.

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