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Preheated Baking PodcastEp 199: Greatest Hits Volume 3Garden parties and tray bakes are just two of the terms Stefin has taught Andrea since moving to London. The hosts provide three ideas for special Halloween treats, and then Andrea’s up with her second Greatest Hit: London Fog Shortbread from Oleander and Palm from Episode 61. Happy People Fudge and Carrot Cake Coffee Cake are two Listener favorite recipes this week, and Andrea revels in the discovery of another new term: the simple and delicious counter cake.
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Listeners, we hope our show provides a bit of re...
2020-10-1934 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 197: Greatest Hits Volume 1This October, Stefin and Andrea are taking a walk down memory lane, revisiting their "Greatest Hits" in the lead up to their monumental 200th episode. Andrea's up first with what is perhaps the perfect autumnal pie (it won her Third Season Blue Ribbon, after all). Then listeners take a turn at the mic, with nominations for a live audio show recorded in Stefin's kitchen, as well as a giant donut made during April 2000's Sweet and Sour Month.
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Listeners, we hope our show provides a bit of...
2020-10-0526 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 194: Cheddar, Bacon, and Caramelized Onion QuicheStefin and Andrea are singing the praises of two cookbooks, Jubilee by Toni Martin, and Regula Ysewijn’s Pride & Pudding — both full of food history, beautiful photographs, and intriguing recipes. Andrea and her family loved the Cheddar, Bacon, and Caramelized Onion Quiche from Good Things Baking Co., despite an unexpected pastry modification. This week, Stefin’s tackling Betty Crocker’s Make-Ahead Peach Breakfast Bake with a planned modification of her own -- homemade Bisquick. Finally, the duo have a whole batch of Pancake Possibilities to make you flip.
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2020-09-1436 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 193: Back to BreakfastAndrea and Stefin were busy in their kitchens this summer during the August hiatus. Stefin beat the heat with multiple batches of homemade ice cream, including new favorites Cookes and Cream, and Peanut Butter Cup. Andrea became obsessed with the next-level chocolate chip cookie from New Orleans restaurant Josephine Estelle. Going “Back to Breakfast,” the duo intro the month’s first bake along, a Cheddar, Bacon and Caramelized Onion Quiche from Good Things Baking. Finally, is there anything your muffin tin can’t do? Step into the Gadget Garage and find out!
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2020-09-0733 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 192: Quick Bite: Cookie Butter CupcakesThis August, the hosts are "TCB" -- that's Taking Care of Baking -- to tackle some of their remaining #20for20 baking resolutions. Stefin's finishing up the last of August's Quick Bite episodes with a #20for20 baking resolution to create an original Cookie Butter Cupcake.
You can read the full show notes here.
Stefin and Andrea will be back together again with feature-length episodes starting September 7, but until then, consider listening to any of the nearly 200 episodes you may have missed. And be sure to tag your summer baking pics @preheatedpod on Instagram.
2020-08-3114 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 191: Quick Bite No Churn Cake Batter Ice CreamIt's finally time for Andrea to make good on her #20for20 promise to make a dessert that tastes as good as the raw cake batter from Episode 122! First stop: the scientists, who say cake batter flavor is a combination of vanilla, nuts and butter. Andrea started trying Funfetti cake batter dips (thanks to listener Miranda!) but found them too 'cream-cheesy' and not fluffy enough. It wasn't until she was making Nigella's No Churn Coffee Ice Cream that she realized it had the texture she wanted. A quick search of the Internet turned up a No Churn Cake Birthday Cake Ice...
2020-08-2409 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 190 Quick Bite: Lake Bled Cream CakeThis August, the hosts are "TCB" -- that's Taking Care of Baking -- to tackle some of their remaining #20for20 baking resolutions. Stefin's up with the third of five Quick Bite episodes: Short and sweet segments to see you through the dog days of summer. Today, she's working on a Tasty Toponym (a food named after a place): Lake Bled Cream Cake from Slovenia. Creamy, rum-infused custard and sweetened whipped cream are sandwiched between crispy sheets of puff pastry. As good as the real deal?
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Stefin and A...
2020-08-1707 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 189: Quick Bite Star BreadThis August, the hosts are "TCB" -- that's Taking Care of Baking -- to tackle some of their remaining #20for20 baking resolutions. This week Andrea's up with the second of the five Quick Bite episodes: Short and sweet segments to see you through the dog days of summer. She's trying her hand at Salami and Herb Star Bread from King Arthur Flour, a beautiful loaf inspired by Listener Jesse.
You can read the full show notes here.
Stefin and Andrea will be back together again with feature-length episodes starting September 7, but until then, consider listening to...
2020-08-1012 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 188 Quick Bite: Baked YogurtThis August, the hosts are "TCB" -- that's Taking Care of Baking -- to tackle some of their remaining #20for20 baking resolutions. Stefin's up with the first of the five Quick Bite episodes: Short and sweet segments to see you through the dog days of summer. She's trying her hand at baked yogurt, a cheesecake-like dish she discovered in Prague ... at breakfast time! Will it be delicious any time of day, and from her own kitchen?
You can read the full show notes here.
Stefin and Andrea will be back together again with feature-length episodes s...
2020-08-0309 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 187: No-Bake Grasshopper PieAndrea’s looking for suggestions for what to do with over-proofed bread dough after a Midwest Made mixup, while Stefin’s looking forward to her summer reading list, which includes Pride & Pudding: A History of British Puddings, Savory and Sweet. Both hosts went rogue on the No-Bake Grasshopper Pie from The Spruce Eats, with mixed results. Then the duo introduce the final “no-bake along” of the month, an Almond Granita from Saveur. Finally, Listeners weigh in on the best summertime treats, from frozen lemonade to hot-fruit cobbler. Will your favorite get a shout out?
You can read the full...
2020-07-2743 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 186: Salted Caramel and Pecan Cheesecake PotsStefin’s fresh off a "Perfect Pavlova" Zoom class with chef Skye McAlpine, author of A Table in Venice and A Table for Friends, recently released on July 9. Both hosts enjoyed the make-ahead no-bake Salted Caramel and Pecan Cheesecake Pots from Olive magazine, although Andrea found her ingredient splurges made the overall dessert cost a bit too high, and Stefin wished for a more cheesecake-y flavor. This week's bake along is the retro classic No-Bake Grasshopper Pie from The Spruce Eats. Crème de menthe at the ready! Finally, the hosts answer some burning questions about ingredient temperatures and discuss w...
2020-07-2037 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 179: Japanese SweetsChocolate chip cookies are always in heavy rotation throughout the year, and this month is no exception as the hosts start off talking about their favorites, and some new discoveries. Then the hosts kick off an entire month of Japanese sweets and treats. First up is a classic Japanese milk bread, the Shokupan from Chopstick Chronicles. Will Andrea and Stefin love what they've been missing in this fluffy, soft white bread? Andrea's latest Netflix obsession, Kantaro: The Sweet Tooth Salaryman is the inspiration around the segment on anmitsu, a traditional Japanese dessert.
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2020-06-0127 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 171: Sweet and SourApril is full of sweets that rely on a little sour to make them sing. The Preheated duo kick off a month full of bakes that rely on tangy ingredients like buttermilk, yogurt, sour cream, and, in this week’s bake along, milk kefir. (Thanks to Andrea's husband for the theme!) But first, Stefin’s got a #20for20 baking resolution update from Bread Ahead, and Andrea reminds listeners of the Quarantine Baking resources available on preheatedpodcast.com. Then they intro a Chocolate Chai Kefir Cake from Sarah Cook via Olive magazine, which may be Andrea’s ultimate one-layer cake. Finall...
2020-04-0626 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 160: Small-Batch Shortbread Pumpkin Pie BarsHot on the heels of their 2020 trend report in Episode 159, Stefin and Andrea are happy to see Australian vanilla company Queen’s baking trend report, and even happier that Preheated is right on trend, or planning to be, in the coming months. The Small-Batch Shortbread Pumpkin Pie Bars from Baking Mischief provided a petite portion of pumpkin pie with a shortbread crust, but were they the right flavor for January? This week’s bake along will suit anyone in need of quick and delicious comfort … Nigella’s Emergency Brownies serve two (or one if you’re in truly dire straits...
2020-01-2030 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 156: A Tale of Two LicoricesStefin's celebrating both Hanukkah and Christmas this week; luckily she's got the "world's greatest latke maker" close at hand. And, as the year draws to a close, the hosts issue a last call for Listeners' #20for20 baking resolution suggestions. This week the hosts split kitchen duties: Andrea tackled Red Licorice from Gluten Free on a Shoestring while Stefin gamely attempted the Black Licorice from Dessert for 2 via Food52 - twice! The bake along this week is the Brazilian Fudge Truffle, or Brigadeiros. Finally, the hosts de-bunk some common kitchen myths.
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2019-12-2334 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 155: Spicy Pretzel & Nut MixThe end of the year is fast approaching, so Stefin and Andrea want to hear Preheaters’ recommendations for the #20for20 baking resolutions. Will they include making or eating a Spudnut? David Lebovitz’s Pretzel & Nut Mix was a spicy success (as long as you’re not shy with the cayenne), and would be a great gift for the savory snack lovers on your holiday list. Next, the duo introduce not one but two homemade licorices — Andrea’s tackling a GF red version from Gluten Free on a Shoestring, while Stefin will try her hand at a traditional black licorice from Desse...
2019-12-1635 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 151: Deliciously Dangerous Chocolate Guinness CakeOne-Layer Wonders rocket along during Stefin’s birthday week and the UK’s Stir-Up Sunday. (Will you make mincemeat like Stefin, or do a pantry purge with Andrea this November 24?) Don’t need a dangerously delicious, easy, and quick chocolate cake in your life? Then cover your ears as the hosts discuss Nigella’s Chocolate Guinness Cake. Next, the duo introduce a Carrot Cake Coffee Cake from Pinch of Yum that sounds like the best of both worlds (and perfect for the birthday girl). Finally, just in time for holiday gifting, Stefin and Andrea have a rundown of the new cook...
2019-11-1831 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 150: Butterscotch Cake with Salted Caramel ButtercreamOne Layer Wonders month kicks off with a review of a fabulous one layer cake with all of Andrea's favorite words, the Butterscotch Cake with Salted Caramel Buttercream from Bake from Scratch. Don't let this one layer cake fool you, while it may sound simple, it actually contains three components: the cake, a Swiss Meringue Salted Caramel Buttercream and a homemade Salted Caramel Sauce. The bake along this week is Nigella's Chocolate Guinness Cake, and Andrea can't wait to see if this easy cake replaces Stefin's towering three-layer version. Finally, the hosts discuss the most basic of ingredients in...
2019-11-1137 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 148: Cheddar and Hazelnut ShortbreadAndrea's reminded that New Orleans truly is tropical when a local baker from Breads on Oak mentions she's making banana cream pie with her very own homegrown bananas. Stefin and Andrea review the Cheddar and Hazelnut Shortbread from BBC Good Food and try to figure out why Stefin's shortbread was more like pie dough than breadcrumbs. To wrap up Simply Savory month, and just in time for Halloween, the hosts introduce a Savory Pumpkin Bread Pudding from PBS Food.
You can read the complete show notes here.
Bake along with Stefin and Andrea in their...
2019-10-2827 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 147: Cornish ChunkiesIt’s Pumpkin Spice Latte season in the US, but over in the UK, Stefin’s celebrating autumn with a Biscoff Muffin from the world’s second-largest coffee chain, UK-based Costa. (Will this lead to another Preheated original recipe?) Then, speaking of the UK, it’s time for a review of the month’s second savory bake, Cornish Chunkies from Jus-Rol Pastry. Were these hand pies as delicious as their name is adorable? This week’s bake along is the Cheddar & Hazelnut Shortbread from BBC Good Food. Cheese, butter and nuts in a biscuit? Yes please! Finally, Stefin and Andrea chat...
2019-10-2130 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 146: Smoked Gouda Dinner MuffinsHappy Thanksgiving to the Canadian Preheaters! Might these Smoked Gouda Dinner Muffins from Canadian magazine Chatelaine be a perfect way to grace your holiday table? Listen to Andrea and Stefin's recipe review to find out. Bake along this week with a 'back of the box' Cornish Chunkies recipe from Jus-Rol Pastry and join Stefin and Andrea as they chat about unusually named desserts in a "Say What?" mini-segment.
You can read the complete show notes here.
Bake along with Stefin and Andrea in their baking Facebook group, Preheated Baking Podcast Listeners. You can find links to...
2019-10-1434 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 139: Quick Bite: Homemade Granola GoodnessAndrea's back with the last of her August Quick Bite episodes and she's still working on breakfast with some homemade granola. She'll share an easily customizable recipe that will have you swearing off store bought granola.
Stefin and Andrea will be back next week with full-length shows, but, in the meantime, consider catching up on any of the back catalog you may have missed. There are more than 135 shows, featuring bakes that run the gamut from apple dumplings to zebra corn.
You can read the complete show notes here.
Bake along with Stefin a...
2019-08-2610 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 138: Quick Bite: GF PB Cookies and Lemon (Ice Cream) PuddingStefin's up with the last of her August Quick Bite episodes devoted to three-ingredient bakes. Today, she's tackling two from Good Housekeeping UK: a gluten-free, dairy-free peanut butter cookie (small pushers at the ready, bakers!), and a British-style lemon pudding that uses a surprising seasonal ingredient -- ice cream!
Stefin and Andrea will be back with full-length shows on September 2. In the meantime, consider catching up on any of the back catalog you may have missed -- there are more than 135 shows, featuring bakes that run the gamut from apple dumplings to zebra corn.
2019-08-1906 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 136: Quick Bite: Beer Bread and "Cheat's" SconesIn the first of August's Quick Bite episodes, Stefin's up with some quick breads. Some really quick breads. She's tackling a classic Beer Bread from Cook's Country, and Cheat's Lemonade Scones (a.k.a., 7-Up Scones) from Good Housekeeping UK. Will these three-ingredient wonders taste as good as the "real" thing?
Stefin and Andrea will be back with full-length shows on September 2. In the meantime, consider catching up on any of the back catalog you may have missed -- there are more than 135 shows, featuring bakes that run the gamut from apple pie to zebra corn.
2019-08-0507 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 128: Longing for Berry Long CakeCompletely Corny month continues as Andrea grapples with the concept of eating hot corn niblets at the theater! Berry Long Cake from Julie Richardson's Vintage Cakes steps into the featured role this week, and it appears the hosts had decidedly different results. Continue the corny craziness and bake along with Stefin & Andrea with homemade Zebra Popcorn from The Spruce Eats. Finally, explore the thin line between breakfast and dessert in the mini segment, Brownies for Breakfast!
You can read the complete show notes here.
Bake along with Stefin and Andrea in their baking Facebook group, P...
2019-06-1031 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 125: Posh PopTartsThree-day weekends and festive "Dads and Grads" celebrations are on the horizon and Andrea and Stefin want to know what you’re baking up for the start-of-summer gatherings. Take inspiration from the back catalog with the August 2017 "Potlucks & Picnics" month, then connect on the Preheated Baking Podcast Listeners group on Facebook to let us know what you're up to. This week the dynamic duo are reviewing Homemade PopTarts from The Pioneer Woman contributor Sommer Collier. Kellogg’s may not want to hear about these easy, pretty and tasty “jam pies." Next up during Made it Myself Month: Mango & Passion Fruit E...
2019-05-2035 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 124: Crackers of ConsequenceIt’s the second week of Made it Myself Month and the dynamic duo are up with a review of the Life Changing Crackers … did they live up to their name? (Well, Stefin did learn a new vocabulary word, and Andrea may have developed synesthesia!) Then it’s on to a slightly less healthy, but perhaps no less crucially important homemade treat — Stefin’s 1980s PixiFood — PopTarts! Will they be better than the iconic original? Finally, whether you want to perfect your pie crust or start your sourdough, there's probably a baking class out there to help you do it -- and yo...
2019-05-1334 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 118: Literary BakesThe only thing Stefin and Andrea love more than a good bake is a good book, so they could not be more excited to kick off listener-suggested Literary Bakes month! Stefin introduces the Preheated Book Club pick for April, Pacific Northwest chef Greg Atkinson’s memoir At the Kitchen Table. (Read along! They’ll discuss in Episode 121.) Need another foodie read this month? Andrea also recommends Ruth Reichl’s fictional debut, Delicious! Then it’s on to the first “bookish bake” – sausage rolls from Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, via the charming Little Library Café blog. Finally, your intrepid h...
2019-04-0129 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 115: Salted Chocolate SophisticateAndrea’s cardamom obsession is fueled by a recent listener-suggested recipe for Banana Cardamom Update-Down Cake from King Arthur Flour, and Stefin’s got some desserts that appeared “Previously on Preheated” that would be perfect for St. Patrick’s Day. Then it’s on to a review of Tartine's Salted Chocolate Rye Cookies – were these a hit with the younger set, or an indulgence for adult tastebuds? Next the hosts introduce this week’s bake along: Milk Chocolate Pots with Citrus Shortbread from BBC Good Food, which may be the epitome of an Andrea dessert: just a few ingredients, four steps, short...
2019-03-1130 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 111: Going Bananas for Banoffee PieLest you think the hosts always agree, can you guess who thinks "fruit pie is delicious" and who thinks "hot fruit is disgusting"? What about breakfast in bed ... is it a delightful treat on Valentine's Day, or just a way to wake up angry? Stefin and Andrea start the week with their hot takes on the baking wars. While there may be some slight disagreement between the hosts, one thing they can agree on is this week's delicious recipe, the Next Level Banoffee Pie from BBC Good Food. Fresh Pear Pie from The Spruce Eats is the next bake...
2019-02-1140 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 110: Third Annual Pie Month!It’s Preheated's Third Annual Pie Month! But before Stefin and Andrea roll out the top crust, they each report on their “19 for ‘19” Baking Resolutions: Andrea’s reading recipes, and Stefin’s making Turkish pizza. Off to a great start, and it's only the first week of February! Then it’s time for an updated take on the British pie that has a small but significant role in Love, Actually, actually: Next-Level Banoffee Pie from BBC Good Food magazine. New to pie? Ease into our month with this cookie-crumb crust topped with layers of roasted bananas, caramel and peanut-butter whipped cream...
2019-02-0430 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 107: On a (Potato) RollAndrea and Stefin are on a roll with their “19 for ‘19” baking resolutions, and have several on their list from their inspired listeners. In the duo’s review of the Yukon Gold Potato Cinnamon Rolls, you may be surprised to hear who mussed the mash, and who failed to rise (and who got a sweet potato treat). Then it’s time for next week’s challenge: a baked donut filled with … spinach (!?). Yep, the Baked Spinach Lemon Donuts with Lemon Glaze from Veggie Desserts is putting this month's theme to the test. Will this be truly tasty or truly bizarre? Finally, Andre...
2019-01-1446 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 106: Eat Your VeggiesOur hosts start with a quick update on their 2018 Resolutions. Andrea shares her discovery of a 1-2-3-4 cake as a new favorite template recipe, and details the glories of her newly purged and cleaned pantry. Stefin gives an update on her recipe organization system and regales us with her success of baking more bread throughout the year. Stay tuned for a Nineteen for 2019 Resolution List the hosts will use to guide their baking throughout the year.
This month is all about Eating Your Veggies...we're talking about adding beans, beets and even spinach to the...
2019-01-0733 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 105.5: A Pudding Worth Singing AboutIt's the final (bonus!) episode of 2018! Andrea and Stefin share listeners' reasons for baking: From stress relief to time with family to creating quality treats (not to mention showing off -- just a little!) it's a heartfelt list of "whys." Then, the duo sing the praises of that Victorian classic, Figgy Pudding from Geoff and Vicky Wells. Andrea loved her Instant Pot version, and Stefin was equally enamored of her traditional stove-top pudding. No wonder someone wrote a song about this rich and delicious holiday treat! Finally, the duo each award a coveted Preheated Blue Ribbon to the tipsy...
2018-12-3121 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 105: Chilled Souffle Falls ShortMerry Christmas (Eve)! Stefin and Andrea are busy with boozy hot chocolate, a peanut-buttery Happy People Fudge variation, a Borough Market #cookingwithclass update (and an easy but sophisticated last-minute gift idea), and an appearance on Episode 27 of the Christmas Past podcast! Speaking of fruitcake, check out Andrea's friend's famous recipe, now available on preheatedpodcast.com. Then it's time for a review of the Good Housekeeping UK's Chilled Chocolate & Whiskey Souffles with Salted Butterscotch Sauce. Frustrations abounded on both sides of the Atlantic -- from wrestling with parchment "collars" to finding rubber bands -- but how did it taste? Next...
2018-12-2438 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 104: Irish Cream with a Side of DramaIt’s a dramatic week in Tipsy Treats Town: Andrea’s running out for whiskey at 8 a.m., Stefin’s blender is exploding in a shower of sparks, and Andrea’s dog gets a tipsy treat of his own after a kitchen mishap. It takes a special recipe to overcome all that craziness: Is A Cozy Kitchen’s Homemade Irish Cream worth it? And will next week’s Chilled Chocolate Whiskey Soufflé with Salted Butterscotch Sauce be less theatrical? Finally, the duo chat about the many ways to repurpose the fruit from your homemade liqueurs this month (hidden in a crumble, on...
2018-12-1736 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 103: Cherry Bounce Puts a Hop in Our StepTipsy Treats Month is bouncing right along with a delicious (and potent!) Cherry Bounce recipe, which Stefin recommends using in a Mt. Vernon Mule. Andrea's taste testing her Bailey's in anticipation of this week's bake along: The Homemade Irish Cream from A Cozy Kitchen. Then fasten your seat belts for the Globetrotting Gourmet, where Stefin shares tales of a recent trip to Ireland. There she explored new types of soda bread, met some Kerry cows, had butter at every meal, and found Irish ice cream to be some of the most delicious in the world!
You can...
2018-12-1030 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 99: Circular CelebrationStefin and Andrea are debating the merits of Country Crock Buttery Sticks (and Stefin's reminiscing about their fabulous, flirty commercials from the '80s). They're also anticipating their star turn as "fruitcake experts" on Brian Earl's Christmas Past podcast (stay tuned for an air date). Then, it's on to their review of Mini Peanut Butter Cups from Cookie & Kate. How did Andrea’s sunflower seed butter variation turn out? Which chocolate did Stefin love? And, crucially, just how long did these circular candies last in each of their homes? (Hint: Not long.) Next up, the duo introduce the next "ro...
2018-11-1229 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 98: Gather 'RoundIt's November, and Stefin and Andrea are celebrating another spin "round" the sun for themselves and Preheated with a month devoted to all round treats. From bagels to bundt cakes, it's going to be fun and festive. First though, it's time to get started on homemade eggnog, fruitcake, and mincemeat. Never made these tasty holiday indulgences? Listen back to Episode 5 for eggnog and fruitcake tips, and follow this link for Stefin's favorite mincemeat. And consider joining the hosts on Stir Up Sunday, the UK's official holiday baking day to get ready. Andrea reminds listeners that the November book club p...
2018-11-0529 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 96: Charmed by Pumpkin Chiffon Pie & Julia O'MalleyAndrea's still on a high from turning a massive batch of ill-fated cookie dough into ... cake?! Stefin hopes she jots down the recipe to this delicious sounding bit of kitchen resuscitation so we can all enjoy her one-of-a-kind Caramel-Pumpkin-Pecan-Cream Cheese Cake. Speaking of delicious, both hosts were charmed by the retro glam Coconut-Pumpkin Chiffon Pie, a beautifully extravagant, light, fluffy, and tasty dessert that could become a regular on your holiday table, or be the reason you start eating pumpkin pie in April. This week's bake along, Soft Pumpkin Pretzels with Cinnamon Sugar from the Alaska from Scratch blog...
2018-10-1547 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 95: Pretty, Perfect Pumpkin MuffinsEver wondered why your homemade pumpkin puree doesn't taste quite the same as the "100% Pure Pumpkin" you buy in the grocery store? Stefin's been investigating, and both hosts have some tips for making your own. Then it's on to the review of Sally's Baking Addiction's Pumpkin Crumb Cake Muffins -- a bakery perfect muffin that wowed on taste, texture and appearance. Next up, the hosts introduce a retro glam Coconut-Pumpkin Chiffon Pie from Southern Living that actually has its origins in 1920s California and an entrepreneur known forevermore as "The Pie King." And in the Importance of Ingredients segment, S...
2018-10-0831 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 94: Pumpkin-palooza!It's October, and Stefin and Andrea are kicking off a veritable pumpkin-palooza of sweets using fall's unofficial veg (or is that fruit?). However it's classified, you'll be excited to try a classy, classic Pumpkin Crumb Cake Muffin from Sally's Baking Addiction. (Which may be Preheated's first official muffin recipe!) But before the bake-along starts, Andrea's got a few muffin-baking questions, and Stefin's happy to share her thoughts on mini vs. standard vs. jumbo muffin tins, freezing muffins, and the perennial muffin liner or cooking spray debate. That sorted, the duo take a jog into the pumpkin patch to learn...
2018-10-0122 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 93: How to Eat an Apricot, Peach and Blackberry CrumbleThis week’s show starts with a celebration – or is it a Jubilee? – as Stefin explores the Cherries Jubilee and her fascination with modern day cherry pitters. Andrea gives an update from her August cookbook club celebration of Diana Henry’s beautiful cookbook How to Eat a Peach, and discusses her attempts to recreate (as of yet, unsuccessfully) the Turkish Coffee Ice Cream back at home.
More Diana Henry is on the horizon as the hosts review this week’s recipe, the Apricot, Peach and Blackberry Crumble and preview next week’s bake along, the Lots of Love Cherry H...
2018-09-2439 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 92: Marvelous Plum Meringue and Fall CookbooksCooked peaches? Why not! Andrea starts singing a new tune after trying Ina Garten's Fresh Peach Cake. Not only did Andrea embrace cooked fruit, she followed the recipe directions to the letter, and this cake turned out beautifully!
This week's bake-along review of the Traybaked Plum Berry Meringue from Waitrose earned an "Unexpectedly good" from Andrea and a "Great flavor and style, what's this strange juice?" from Stefin. Listen to the episode to experience the emotional rollercoaster with our hosts while making this dessert.
Finally, our hosts chatted about some of the new fall cookbooks...
2018-09-1728 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 90: Sensational Stone FruitReunited in Olympia, WA, Stefin and Andrea waste no time recapping their summertime Pies & Prosecco live event. With a fun and enthusiastic group of novice and expert bakers, the duo had a blast making fresh blueberry pies, and sharing lots of learning and laughs. Thanks to the Little General store for use of their awesome event space, and to everyone who came out for a fun night! (And since the class sold out in minutes, stay tuned for more live events!)
Yes, it's September, but in the Northern Hemisphere, it's technically still summer for a few weeks...
2018-09-0320 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 89 Quick Bite: Baking for the Dog Days of SummerThe heat has Andrea bemoaning the dog days of summer...but she's beating the heat with a few special treats for her big black dog, Filson. From gelato to dog biscuits, listen and learn about tasty items for your fur covered friends this week.
Andrea and Stefin will return with full-length episodes starting September 3. Until then, why not catch up on any episodes you may have missed? (There are more than 85!)
Click here for show notes from this week's episode.
Bake along with Stefin and Andrea in their baking Facebook group, Preheated. You ca...
2018-08-2707 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 88 Quick Bite: Crazy for Curds and ChutneysIn the third of four August Quick Bite episodes, Stefin shares her love of British-faves chutneys and curds. If you've never made these preserves before, you're in for a treat! It's hard to beat a delicious curd on morning toast or a scone at teatime. First up is Nigella Lawson's Passionfruit Curd, and, for those without easy access to these delicious fruits, a Ruby Red Lemon Curd Stefin developed herself. Next, it's on to a Spicy Blackberry Chutney (with a few modifications) from BBC Good Food -- perfect with an Indian meal, or with a little goat cheese on...
2018-08-2009 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 87 Quick Bite: Pizookie Dessert on the Big Green EggIs it a pizza? Or a cookie? How about a dessert pizza? You decide when you fire up your grill and make a pizookie along with Andrea in our second Quick Bite episode this week.
You can use purchased cookie dough, or this recipe that Andrea used from chelsea's messy apron.
Andrea and Stefin will return with full-length episodes starting September 3. Until then, why not catch up on any episodes you may have missed? (There are more than 85!)
Bake along with Stefin and Andrea in their baking Facebook group, Preheated. You can find li...
2018-08-1305 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 86 Quick Bite: Homemade Jam is My JamIn the first of four August Quick Bites, Stefin shares her love of homemade jam making, and shares two delicious recipes: Her "TNT" (tried-'n'-true) Berry Freezer Jam (similar to this one from Better Homes & Gardens), and a new-to-her Golden Kiwi Jam from Waitrose Weekend. The berry jam is versatile and vibrant; the kiwi is a sweet-tart surprise, and uses an intriguing "new" ingredient -- jam sugar! Whether you've been making jam for years, or are new to this practice, both recipes are reliable and fun, and perfect for capturing a little summertime sweetness.
Andrea and Stefin will...
2018-08-0611 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 85.5: July Bonus & Blue RibbonsIt's the fifth Monday of July, so Stefin and Andrea are up with a short and sweet bonus episode. Stefin thanks listener Laurin for her recommendation of Nigella Lawson's No-Churn Salted Caramel Ice Cream recipe, which she has now memorized, and Andrea shares that she can make a key ingredient, dulce de leche, in her Instant Pot! Stefin also shares several other no-churn delights from Good Housekeeping UK and Waitrose Food.
Then it's on to a review of The View from Great Island's Lemon Crunch Bars, which Andrea loved "more than life itself!" Both hosts were enraptured by...
2018-07-3018 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 85: Pretzel Problems & Summertime ReadsIt's potluck season! If you need inspiration for your next big batch bake, check out the podcast's Facebook page. From cream pies to Diplomat Cake, Preheaters have great suggestions for crowd-pleasing treats. Andrea and Stefin are intrigued and inspired, and have set aside several ideas for upcoming shows -- thanks everyone, and stay tuned!
One dish that probably won't be gracing either of their potluck (or "garden party") tables soon is the Almond Butter Blossoms. Both hosts had a very frustrating experience with these no-bake cookies. From texture to taste, they just weren't winners. If you're in t...
2018-07-2335 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 84: Semifreddo with Honeyed Peaches and Cooking for KidsStefin's battling a mighty heat wave in London with some refreshing iced tea, reminding Andrea of her favorite beverage, the Arnold Palmer (try saying that five times fast!). The hosts are also wondering about the royal tradition of serving wedding cake at a baby's christening.
On to this week's review, the Semifreddo with Honeyed Peaches from Women's Day. Both Stefin & Andrea liked how quickly this dessert came together, but Stefin found her semifreddo a bit tart, while Andrea found hers too bland. Both the hosts absolutely loved the Honeyed Peaches and will consider making the peaches with...
2018-07-1628 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 83: Icebox Cake Ups Your No Bake Dessert Game!Andrea kicks off the episode with a report from her latest Cookbook Club at Olympia’s Browsers Book Shop where she sampled a wide variety of delicious treats from two of Molly Wizenberg’s food memoirs: A Homemade Life: Stories and Recipes From My Kitchen Table and Delancey: A Man, A Woman, A Restaurant, A Marriage. Inspired by her recent interview with Helen Goh in Episode 80, Stefin’s eyeing a Peppermint Mocha Popcorn Brownie recipe, while Andrea’s wondering how to get the perfect bite of that into her mouth!
Last week’s dessert was the Strawberry Icebox Cake...
2018-07-0925 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 82: Keep Your CoolIt's July ... and sometimes the last thing you want to do is turn on your oven! Fortunately, Andrea and Stefin have a whole month of "no bake" treats to help keep you cool. First up, though, the duo want to know what books Preheaters are dipping into this summer -- food-related or not! Post your suggestions to the Preheated Facebook community, and tune in to Episode 85 for Preheated Book Club. The first dessert of this Some Assembly Required month is a classic No-Bake Strawberry Icebox Cake from Faith Durand, author of the perfectly seasonal Bakeless Sweets. This simple but nos...
2018-07-0223 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 81: You Say "Freed-o," I say "Fredd-o"After a debate about the correct way to pronounce this week's bake along (is it FRED-o, FREED-o, or should you just put on your best Italian accent?) the duo get down to business. Stefin's been busy whipping up Hummingbird Cake Cupcakes, using dehydrated pineapple fruit powder for a delicious cream cheese frosting. She's in love with the intense flavor, and feels a bit like an astronaut. Andrea is excited to kick off this week's "freeze along" a coconut passionfruit semifreddo from Australian baker Donna Hay that uses one of England's favorite flavors and does not require an ice-cream maker...
2018-06-2532 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 80: An (Ice Cream) Dream Come TrueWelcome to a very cool, very special 80th episode! Starting things off, the hosts review Cuisinart's creamy, dreamy Simple Chocolate Ice Cream with Rocky Road mix-ins. Stefin used the original recipe and toasted almonds; Andrea went dairy free with coconut cream and pistachios, and treated herself to a bag of fresh marshmallows (after a much-needed cupboard clean out). However you choose to whip up this old-fashioned treat, both hosts agree it's an easy, delicious and versatile ice cream to experiment with all summer long. Next up, a dairy free, gluten-free, and (could be) sugar-free treat inspired by Preheated listeners...
2018-06-1847 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 79: Dole Whip and PixiFoodAndrea's recently back from upstate New York where she tasted regional favorites Tomato Pie, and Half Moon Cookies, along with a delicious and easy Biscoff Ice Cream Sandwich. Our hosts reviewed the DIY Dole Whip ice cream. Both our hosts' blenders struggled to get this dish blended enough to make a smooth and creamy ice cream. Stefin's family enjoyed the frozen treat, while Andrea and her family were ultimately disappointed in the flavor. Could this be a PixiFood, a term coined by writer Joe Posnaski to refer to "Any food substance that is highly pleasant to the taste as...
2018-06-1140 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 78: Sweet Frozen TreatsStefin's jumped on the kombucha train, and taken her first steps into making this fermented sweet tea at home. Join our hosts and turn your kitchens into a science experiment!
Join Stefin and Andrea for a Pies and Prosecco class on Saturday, July 28 at 6pm in downtown Olympia at the Little General. Whether you are a novice pie maker intimidated by the thought of making a homemade pie crust, or an experienced baker ready to show off your techniques, we'd love to have you come, laugh, and learn. We'll post a registration link soon.
It's...
2018-06-0420 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 77: Wild About Harry's Caramel Banana CakeAndrea and Stefin are celebrating some big Preheated milestones! They recently published their 75th episode and reached 25,000 total downloads. Thanks to old and new listeners who helped make this happen! On to the final recipe of the Royal Treatment month: Prince Harry's favorite Caramel Banana Cake. This easy, delicious cake with a decadent frosting was a winner on both sides of the pond, and was another win for Royal Chef Darren McGrady during this special month. The hosts couldn't close out the month without paying tribute to the newest royal, Ms Meghan Markle, but her sweet tooth proved a...
2018-05-2821 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 76: A Cake Worth CelebratingAndrea's back from a Paleo desserts cooking class she recently attended, where she was happy to pick up several ideas for naturally gluten-free treats, including her favorite, a chocolate mousse made with coconut milk. Both hosts are intrigued with the idea of using dehydrated fruit powder in frostings for a hit of natural flavor and color. Since their wedding invites must've been lost in the mail, Stefin and Andrea celebrated at home with the Spinklebakes verison of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's lemon-elderflower wedding cake. Though she admits making cakes is "a lot of work," Andrea thought the payoff...
2018-05-2137 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 75: Kit Kat Candy QueenInspired by Stefin's trip to Finland, Andrea's discovered Juustoleipa, the Finnish squeaky cheese, in her local grocery store, made by the Carr Valley Cheese Company in Wisconsin. Warm it up, drizzle it with honey and walnuts or dunk strips in your coffee for a delicious treat.
If you find yourself traveling to Eastern WA, visit one of Stefin's long-time friends Solveig at the Voltage Coffee House in Grand Coulee, WA and try her homemade brioche cinnamon roll, cookies, and brownies.
Two thumbs up for the Chocolate Biscuit Cake from Chef Darren McGrady, Queen Elizabeth's favorite...
2018-05-1438 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 74: You Are Cordially Invited ...Hear ye, hear ye: You are cordially invited to the first episode of this most delicious month celebrating all things British! In anticipation of the big wedding on May 19, Stefin and Andrea have crowned themsleves with royal titles, and are gleeful that Kate, the Duchess of Cambridge, was recently sited shopping at (wait for it) Waitrose! Andrea gives a shout-out to listeners who took part in April's Citrus Month, and issues a PSA about picking up crucial ingredients well in advance. Next it's on to the first bake-along of the month, and the duo are starting at the top...
2018-05-0736 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 73.5 April Bonus: Such Sussex SuccessApril has five Mondays, so your Preheated hosts are up with a sweet bonus episode to award their coveted Citrus Month Blue Ribbons. But first, Andrea's exploring healthier bakery options that feature ingredients out of her comfort zone -- think millet, seeds, groats and buckwheat -- not to mention her old nemesis, the raisin! Has she stumbled into a dried-fruit paralllel universe, or is she simply refining her tastes? Check back in 2038 to find out! Meanwhile, Stefin is delighted to see her J.Crew lemon sweater being worn by actress Leslie Mann in her new movie. (Leslie seems like...
2018-04-3029 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 73: Dessert in an Instant (Pot!)Raisin lovers everywhere, unite! Stefin starts the show with an impassioned defense of the much-maligned Raisinet, and then the hosts reveal what their favorite candies say about their personalities. Andrea's dark-chocolate profile seemed mostly accurate, while Stefin's love of chocolate-covered raisins painted her as a gal ready to let loose on a Friday night with music and drinks! Hmmm, we'll have to see if that prediction comes true.
Our hosts had a few challenges with the Orange Polenta Cake from Jamie Oliver. The recipe contained some mysteries, and while both hosts loved the cardamom in the syrup...
2018-04-2339 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 72: Tapioca Pearls Uncovered in London!Andrea's raving about the Lime Sablé Sandwiches by Fearless Baker author Erin McDowell (apologies for calling her Erin McDonald on the show!) and both hosts are thinking about baking with grapefruit, perhaps in the Grapefruit Almond and Lemon Thyme Cake from Ocada, or in a Grapefruit Gingersnap Pie or Grapefruit Bars.
Stefin gamely embarked on the challenge of locating tapioca pearls in London, ultimately finding exactly what she needed (and many more options) at her local Asian grocery store. Our hosts and their husbands both loved the warm, comforting Coconut Tapioca Pudding with Mango and Lime from K...
2018-04-1634 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 71: Citrus TwistThey must've known it was Preheated's Citrus Month: Prince Harry and Ms Meghan Markle have announced the cake flavour for their royal wedding in May, and it's an on-theme choice: Lemon-Elderflower. Both hosts are losing their minds over this inspired selection (though they first have to discuss what exactly an elderflower is) and are relieved to see that Harry and Meghan are #teambuttercream. Coming back down to earth, the duo review Sunny Lemon Bars from Stella Parks, and though both had some issues with the custard's texture, they gave the vibrant taste and color two enthusiastic thumbs up. Taking...
2018-04-0926 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 70: Hello Sunshine!It's the 70th episode of Preheated, and the duo waste no time jumping into sunny Citrus Month. Andrea is pleased to see that fashion designers clearly got the memo about the month's theme, but is not surprised that Stefin's closet is already bursting with several items of citrus clothing. Andrea also offers a cautionary tale about keeping Meyer lemons in the fruit basket, and Stefin updates listeners on her massive recipe organization project, which has turned into an entertaining walk through her personal food trends from the past 20 years. (Parsnips and sangria anyone?) Next, the duo introduce the month's...
2018-04-0230 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 69: Two for the DoughBrunch talk has our hosts thinking about sourdough and...baked beans? Andrea's baffled by the cover recipe from Watrose's March Food Magazine, which leads the hosts to wonder what makes a sausage roll a sausage roll. Deep thoughts, indeed.
Both hosts agreead that this week's recipe Homemade Monkey Bread from Sally's Baking Addiction was fantastic and a real showstopper. Andrea used mini bundts, and Stefin ran into a slight challenge with her risen dough, but this deicious recipe still got two thumbs up for Pull Apart Cinnamon Rolls (Andrea's preferred recipe title)!
This week's bake...
2018-03-2636 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 68: Hot-Buttered Yum!It's the third week of listener-requested Bread Month, but first Andrea wants to know if Stefin has seen or heard of a new Colombian berry: the Goldenberry. No, it's not the star of the next James Bond movie, it's a sweet-tart grape-tomato-sized berry that can be used in place of citrus fruits in desserts like lemon bars. Stefin reports on a UK study that proves the mental health benefits of baking bread. Is it the kneading, the mindfulness, or the wonderful aroma of home-baked loaves? Maybe all three! (And study researchers: If you need more test subects, please send...
2018-03-1928 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 67: No-Knead, Indeed!It's the second week of listener-requested bread month! But first, Andrea recaps the winners from the final Olympia Pie Fest -- ninjas, fruits of the forest, and a Cooks' Illustrated classic all took top honors. Meanwhile, Stefin admits it's difficult to forget about the recipes that don't make the cut every month, and griddles up some delicious homemade naan without setting offer her smoke detector. Then the duo dive into the listener-suggested No-Knead Peasant Bread from Alexandra's Kitchen, and agree it's an easy, delicious and versatile loaf that deserves a regular spot in listeners' ovens. Finally, the hosts introduce...
2018-03-1226 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 66: Bread Baking TimeBread bakers unite! The listeners have spoken and we've selected Bread for our March theme. We're starting off with a No Knead Peasant Bread by Alexandra Stafford, coined "the bread that broke the Internet." Some essential tools and tricks both Stefin and Andrea use include a plastic bench scraper, rising dough in the oven with the oven light turned on or a cup of boiling water to get the temperature up, and a proofing basket for a traditional beehive shape.
In the latest Cooking with Class segment Andrea reports back from the Galette de Rois class at...
2018-03-0530 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 65: Not So Humble Shoo-fly PieStefin is baking at home and testing out some new flavor combinations to see what Andrea thinks. Coconut and egg? Courgette (zucchini) and lime? Let's see if some of these interesting new duos show up in future epsiodes! Alton Brown's Shoo-fly Pie was a big hit with both our hosts, with all the ingredients on hand in their pantries, an easy filling to bake and a sure-fire blind bake crust. Stefin used sponsor Pie Provisions Pie Crust Mix wih equally impressive results (and a lot less work).
Next week’s bake along is Joy the Baker’s Straw...
2018-02-2639 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 64: Nothing Says I Love You Like a Savory Pork PieAndrea is reporting back from the Cascadia Grains Conference and is excited about being part of the movement to revitalize the grain economy in the Pacific NW, and bake Whole Grain Digestive Biscuits.
Our hosts review the Pork, Apple and Cider Pie from Paul Hollywood's Pies and Puds cookbook. Andrea and Stefin had equal success, and both hosts agree that a side of mashed potatoes are absolutely essential for the delicious gravy that comes naturally with this pie.
Up next is Alton Brown's Shoo-Fly Pie, another pie from the popular 'desperation pie' or 'pantry pie...
2018-02-1941 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 63: Of Pies and PearlsIt's week two of Preheated's Second Annual Pie School, but before Stefin and Andrea call the roll, they're talking sweet treats for Valentine's Day and Mardi Gras. Stefin's recommending a Nutella-stuffed chocolate chipper (though not a Nutella-inspired grocery store riot) for the chocolate lovers in your life. Meantime, Andrea is fulfilling her Year of the Shortbread by making not one but two variations on London Fog Shortbread from Episode 61 -- a lemon version for Mardi Gras and a chocolate heart for her valentines -- and is trying out a mini loaf of King Arthur's Whole Grain Banana Bread. Up...
2018-02-1239 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 62: Pie School is Back in Session!Stefin and Andrea are back with their Second Annual Pie School! But before they take a deep dive under the top crust, Andrea updates Stefin on the "nourishing nibbles" she made using new-to-her maca. Did this "pleasant-tasting" powder delight this root-veg loving host? In other nutritional news, Stefin celebrates after losing a pound -- of wheat germ that is! Next up is the first pie of the month: Butterscotch Pie with Curry Crust. Will this unusual flavor combination prove delicious or just a delicious experiment? Turning to that pie essential, crust, both hosts share the recipes they're currently loving...
2018-02-0531 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 61.5 January Bonus: Chocolate Bundts and Blue RibbonsBaking bonus time! January has five Mondays, so Andrea and Stefin are up with a sweet bonus episode. After discussing "functional food" trends in Episode 60, the hosts are seeing the them everywhere -- including their beloved Waitrose grocery-store newspaper and app. (Can you guess which host uses paper and which is digital?) 2018 is shaping up to be a busy year in London, with the royal wedding of Prince Harry to American actress Meghan Markle in May, as well as Stefin's hometown NFL team the Seattle Seahawks playing a game in the UK in October. Will Stefin get an invite...
2018-01-2929 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 61: London Fog Shortbread & Communal Ovens in MoroccoBaking giant King Arthur has named their 2018 Recipe of the Year - a whole grain banana bread that we're sure Preheaters would love to try. Both our hosts rave about the London Fog Shortbread from Oleanerandpalm.com which is a sophisticated cookie that uses loose Earl Grey tea leaves and produced a crisp and buttery shortbread with a unique flavor. This week's bake along is a Contest Winning Moist Chocolate Cake from Taste of Home. It's a one bowl recipe in a bundt that should be a quick and delicious cake, and Andrea is very excited about the coffee...
2018-01-2235 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 60: Peanut Butter Pie & 2018 Food TrendsNational Baking Month continues! Stefin wonders if she and Andrea can name their top 10 Preheated episodes, while Andrea loves being a member of the "cookie jar club." In celebration of National Pie Day and National Peanut Butter Day, the duo whipped up a decadent No-Bake Peanut Butter Pie -- well, Stefin did. Andrea created her own nut-free modification. Which Preheated-favorite ingredient did she use? Next up in a month full of celebrations is London Fog Shortbread to honor National Tea Month and National Shortbread Day. Finally, it's time to name the hot food trends of 2018, and it seems Stefin...
2018-01-1532 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 58: 2018 Baking ResolutionsBaking Resolution time! Stefin and Andrea are ringing in 2018, National Baking Month, and National Cream Puff Day (January 6) with a challenge from Martha Stewart: Classic Cream Puffs -- airy pastries filled with vanilla custard cream. Andrea issues a warning for anyone making homemade candy during a downpour, and both hosts share their 2018 baking resolutions -- who wants to organize their pantry, and who wants to bake more bread? Listen in!
Bake along with Stefin and Andrea in their baking Facebook group, Preheated. You can find links to recipes on their baking website, www.preheatedpodcast.com. Join the...
2018-01-0132 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 56: Candy for Everyone!Stefin has a delicious update from International Night, and, in keeping with Bon Bon & Bars month, introduces listeners to the Brazillian "national candy," brigadeiros. Andrea's wondering if she's up to the challenge of a classic Yule Log, and both hosts discuss holiday desserts they've never eaten. Both also loved the easy and quick (!) Homemade English Toffee (introduced in Episode 55) and have now made it several times, while contemplating a commercial candy venture. Next up are Gingerbread Cookie Bars from The Laughing Spatula, reminiscent of Andrea's Christmas Cookie Challenge in Episode 6. Finally, the duo discuss favorite kitchen gifts they've received...
2017-12-1835 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 54: The Christmas Cookie SceneAndrea and Stefin are in the holiday mood as they kick off a festive month of Bon Bons & Bars with Blizzard Blondies -- pretty, easy and delicious! Stefin's trying to stay warm during the UK's "arctic blast," is looking forward to Nigella Lawson's first Christmas special since 2008, and is trying to determine how many apple slab pies to contribute to the USA table at her daugther's International Night. Fortunately, Big Batch Baker (BBB) Andrea has plenty of advice. Over in the Gadget Garage, Andrea recently turned to the Preheated Facebook community for help identifying a mysterious kitchen implement...
2017-12-0437 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 53: International Desserts with Cate BrubakerAndrea is hot off another successful cookbook club meeting, and has several desserts to report on from the new Smitten Kitchen cookbook, Every Day. Meantime, Stefin is cleaning her stainless steel sink with an old-fashioned cleaning agent: Bicarb! (That's baking soda in the USA.) Both hosts debate how dangerous a bread and cake delivery service could be after Andrea tries one with delicious results. Speaking of delicious, Andrea has a new favorite birthday cake, the Fudgy Chocolate Cake with Vanilla Buttercream Frosting from, yes, Smitten Kitchen! Next, Stefin cues the violins and the hosts recount birthday treats they pined...
2017-11-2743 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 51: Cupcakes, Cheesecakes, and Listener FavoritesAndrea's kitchen is in a whirl of baking activity this week and she's cranking out Lemon Drizzle cake, fruitcake, and more. Meanwhile, Stefin's back from Scotland where she had a delicious cheesecake made with crowdie cheese. The hosts review their Boston Cream Pie Cupcakes from the Life, Love and Sugar food blog, and the Marshmallow Filled S'Mores Cupcakes from Sally's Baking Addiction in tribute to several of their first-year recipe favorites. Up next week, a delcicious cheesecake from Mary Berry - stay tuned to see if Stefin's able to conquer her cream chaeese challeges in London!
Bake...
2017-11-1329 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 50: Older and Wiser (with Cupcakes!)Stefin and Andrea kick off Preheated's celebratory first anniversary month with a look back at some memorable episodes -- including Cranberry Upside Down Cake (Episode 3), homemade eggnog (Episode 5) and Biscoff Pie (Episode 14). Andrea reminds listeners that now is a perfect time to stock up on baking spices, flour and butter (just like in Episode 1), and Stefin may have discovered the name of the mysterious Italian beignet she talked about in Episode 47. Next, both hosts introduce a cupcake that's reminiscent of a favorite bake made during their first year -- Stefin's doing a Boston Cream Pie Cupcake (harking back to...
2017-11-0630 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 49.5: Reunited in London! (Bonus Episode)If Andrea and Stefin sound particularly giddy in this short and sweet bonus episode, it's because they're together again in jolly old England. Listen in as they discuss their trip to London's gorgeous Borough Market, Stefin issues a cautionary tale about making homemade caramel sauce, Andrea tells of the cooking class she took in Paris, they each choose an October recipient of the coveted Preheated Blue Ribbon Award, and they share two beautiful, unique and tasty Halloween dessert ideas.
Bake along with Stefin and Andrea in their baking Facebook group, Preheated. You can find links to recipes...
2017-10-3020 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 49: Teatime at Home with Caterer Mimi RandallThe Cookbook Challenge results are in! The Victoria Sponge Cake from Lucy’s Bakes presented an interesting challenge to Stefin, while Andrea loved the Valencia Orange Cake from The Italian Baker by Melissa Forti. Caterer Mimi Randall, owner of Splendid Cakes and Catering in Plymouth, Minnesota gives us her tips for a festive tea party, while Stefin reviews several books that can help you create your own teatime at home.
Bake along with Stefin and Andrea in their baking Facebook group, Preheated. You can find links to recipes on their baking website, www.preheatedpodcast.com. Join the fu...
2017-10-2345 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 48: Singing the Praises of Fall BakingAndrea's busy baking her favorite no-knead bread with a new-to-her (but almost 100-year-old) international sourdough starter. In honor of National Apple Month, Stefin revisits the Apple Pie Breakfast Cookies introduced in Episode 45. Pumpkin Cake Donuts are a fall favorite, but who can solve the mystery of the disappearing cinnamon sugar? It's also National Cookbook Month, and the duo introduce new recipes to challenge themselves: Victoria Sponge for Stefin, and Valencia Orange Cake for Andrea. Andrea (literally) sings the praises of her key ingredient, distracting Stefin from the most challenging aspect of her cake: The fact that there are no...
2017-10-1638 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 47: Nothing Says Fall Like a (Pumpkin) DonutAndrea's whipping up a raft of homemade pantry staples, including granola, mayonnaise and dried mushroom powder. Stefin's still chipping away at her six pounds of wheat germ. And both hosts want to know: How low can you go when grating a nutmeg? Frustration abounds with the Amish Apple Dumpling: Stefin can't find Crisco, despite the best efforts of half the London Whole Foods' staff, and Andrea can't believe there's no sugar and spice in the recipe. (Not to mention that she had to peel and core eight apples.) Fortunately, there are donuts on the horizon to restore good humor...
2017-10-0942 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 46: Apple Dumpling GangIt's Fall Festival time, and Andrea and Stefin are celebrating all that October has to offer -- apples, pumpkin, caramel and cookbooks! First up is an Amish Apple Dumpling from Midwest Living magazine -- an individual apple baked in a flaky pastry crust and toppped with a quick homemade caramel sauce. (And how often does a dessert bring up memories of comedy geniuses Tim Conway and Don Knotts?) Also: A modificiation of The Kitchn's Banana Blueberry Cake gets turned into a Banana Split Cake, and reader cookbook love takes Andrea on a walk down memory lane. Finally, the gals...
2017-10-0224 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 45: Citrus SuccessAfter a disasterous experience with a usually foolproof banana bread recipe, Andrea introduces a new mini-segment, Almost Edible, and issues a lesson learned the hard way: Even though it may seem like a good idea, do not eyeball butter or bourbon! Lemon Drizzle Cake is a hit on both sides of the Atlantic (even if it might be called pound cake in the States), and the hosts round out Packable Snacks month with a harvest-time goodie, Apple Pie Breakfast Cookies. Finally, Gadget Garage lives up to its name when Stefin updates listeners on her Step-Up Step-Down Voltage Adapter, while...
2017-09-2529 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 42: Tray Bakes and TeatimeIt's back to school for our hosts, who kick off a month of Packable Snacks with a Chocolate Oatmeal Peanut Butter Bar. But first, Andrea has questions for Stefin about packing school lunches, and shares her own perfectly portable creation: A Marionberry Coconut Crumble Bar. In the Globetrotting Gourmet segment, Stefin details differences she's noticed in some common baking ingredients, and gives Andrea a quick run-down of what afternoon tea is all about.
Bake along with Stefin and Andrea in their baking Facebook group, Preheated. You can find links to recipes on their baking website, www.preheatedpodcast...
2017-09-0430 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 41: Protein, Plums & Pig's TailsIt's the last week of August and Stefin's kids are heading to their new school in London. Meanwhile, back in the States, Andrea is rendering leaf lard and looking forward to flaky pie crusts. The Blueberry Banana Cake was a big hit with both hosts, even if the cream cheese frosting presented some problems. Andrea's looking forward to using home-grown plums in the final Potlucks & Picnics episode recipe, Summer Plum Crostata. And finally, the gals agree on a love of dates, and debate the merits of store-bought vs. homemade protein snacks.
Bake along with Stefin and Andrea...
2017-08-2834 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 38: International ConnectionAndrea and Stefin reconnect after their July hiatus by kicking off a month of potluck and picnic favorites with Ina Garten's Peach & Blueberry Crumble. Stefin briefs listeners on differences she's already noticed in her London kitchen and new favorite grocery store, and Andrea recounts a romantic tale involving historical fiction and hot wings. Unsure about potluck etiquette or if you should avoid a chocolate fountain? Listen in as Andrea talks to etiquette expert Arden Clise to get the nitty-gritty on double-dipping, serving utensils and how to be a gracious host. Finally, the duo step into the Language Lab to...
2017-08-0743 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 25: Meet Me in St. Louis for Some Gooey Butter CakeThe hosts kick off the month of May with a regional food tour across the USA. First stop is in St. Lous for some Gooey Butter Cake, another Depression era treasure that makes use of leftover Danish (not that we usually have leftovers). Co-host Stefin shares some exciting news and a big international announcement, while Andrea recalls fond memories from her HelpDesk days when she and Stefin first met.
Bake along with Stefin and Andrea in their baking Facebook group, Preheated. You can find all of the recipes on their baking website, www.preheatedpodcast.com. Join the...
2017-05-0130 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 23: Sweet & Spicy Breakfast FavesAndrea and Stefin step lively into today's episode with a recent report that bakers are happier when they're whipping up treats for others. Your hosts couldn't agree more! With mindfulness in mind, they tackle Andrea's confectioners sugar mystery; review Dorie Greenspan's Breakfast Biscotti; intro two savory morning (or anytime) treats: Mark Bittman's Yogurt Biscuts and Jalapeno Cheddar Scones from Smitten Kitchen; and discuss the mouthwatering assortment of their Facebook fans' morning favorites. Finally, a recent Seattle Times' Rant & Rave regarding lack of pie on dessert menus opens the floodgates for both hosts. "In a complicated world, bring back pie!"
2017-04-1732 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 22: Are You Awake BakesPsst ... are you awake? You will be after tackling the pastry case favorite kougin amann! It's an invigorating, fun breakfast bake, but the hosts may leave it to the experts. Andrea's cleaning out her fridge with Mocha Ricotta Puffs, but they remind Stefin of her time on the beach -- the South Beach Diet, that is! Up next is Dorie Greenspan's Breakfast Biscotti -- a big batch bake that will keep all week on your countertop and relies on many pantry staples. Finally, the duo dish on some recent foodie reads, and Andrea wonders if investing in a 961-page c...
2017-04-1032 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 19: Irish Eyes are Smilin'The luck o' the Irish is on the hosts' sides! Learn why both loved Bread & Butter Pudding with Salted Caramel Whiskey Butter Sauce, and what they did with the leftovers. Andrea also tries two new brownie recipes, and both hosts share favorite podcasts during #trypod month. The gals also intro a Southern favorite, Banana Pudding, and Stefin recounts a memorable dessert at Elvis Presley's Memphis restaurant. Finally, are you puzzled by the dates on grocery store items? Use by, sell by, best by ... what does it mean, and should you pay attention? Stefin goes straight to the source (the...
2017-03-2041 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 18: Puddings Low and Slow, Hot and ColdAndrea and Stefin pull out their workhorse slow cookers for a creamy and easy rice pudding that is versatile and delicious hot or cold. (Just don't ask Andrea to add raisins.) Stefin's enjoying Reese Witherspoon's latest hit on HBO, and Andrea shares how Dorie Greenspan is helping her keep her "BBB" New Year's resolution (that's Big Batch Baking). The hosts also step into the Gadget Garage to discuss advances in slow cookers and whether a kitchen blow torch is really essential. And finally, they introduce a bread pudding that's sure to be a hit for St. Patrick's Day: Irish...
2017-03-1336 min
Preheated Baking PodcastEp 13: Pie School is in SessionIt's National Pie month and Stefin and Andrea are "ready to roll!" Are you ready to tackle an award-winning pie, too? Don't worry, your hosts found one that's perfect for a beginner piemaker since it involves a cookie crumb crust. Speaking of cookies, Stefin and Andrea revel in the joys of their new discovery - Biscoff cookies and Biscoff Cookie Butter. Finally, take your seat as the hosts call Pie School to order and begin a discussion of the perfect crust.
Bake along with Stefin and Andrea in their baking Facebook group, Preheated. You can find all...
2017-02-0631 minPreheated Baking PodcastEp 12: Old-Fashioned BakingStefin and Andrea are back in the Gadget Garage with two appliances guaranteed to improve your baking. Andrea (successfully!) fiddles with Spicy Chocolate Bark with Chipotle and Almonds, and Stefin calls Baking History 101 to order with some old-fashioned desserts inspired by our third president. And lest you think the gals have got all fancy-schmancy, they also share their favorite store-bought baked goods.Bake along with Stefin and Andrea in their baking Facebook group, Preheated. You can find all of the recipes on their baking website, www.preheatedpodcast.com. Join the fun!
2017-01-2300 min