Baking Day...

Friday was a baking day at the farmhouse. Because of the extreme cold, my boss let me know that I was covered and didn't have to go in to work last night. So, I baked instead!

I made a long loaf of Amish Cinnamon Bread (a quick bread, like banana nut bread), and it turned out delicious. I've never made it before, but we're glad I did. I found the recipe on Facebook in the group, AllGoodRecipes. In case you're interested in trying it, I've attached a jpg of the recipe below. You can just click on it to download a copy for yourself (or write it out if you prefer).

In addition to the Amish Cinnamon Bread, I made Cracker Candy (saltine cracker base, a crunchy thin toffee layer, topped with melted Ghirardelli chocolate chips and chopped pecans). Another recent find.

Lastly, I made a dozen and a half hamburger buns (mostly to freeze), but we did use some of them for homemade sloppy joes for Friday night dinner.  

After baking, cleaning up, and having a nice warm dinner, I was ready to put my feet up to enjoy a hot cuppa for a while before bed. I think it was a productive day, and I was ready to rest on my laurels.

We were supposed to have a Craft Day today, but after polling the participants, Adrienne wisely decided to cancel it for this month. Better to stay tucked in at home than to brave this awful cold weather. I had already planned to stay home, so I'm glad the rest of the ladies are following suit. There's always next month. 

I'm going to bake bread today, and am contemplating mixing up a sourdough starter, too. I know I'll have to tend it for a week or so, but it might be nice to make a sourdough loaf from time to time. Either way, I'll have our usual fresh farmhouse bread for us for the next couple weeks, so that's my plan for this morning. 

I'm going to go out and refill the bird feeders for the birds, and see if there's anyone in the Compass Barn that would like food and fresh water. Otherwise, I'll be in the farmhouse at least until Monday! I know most of the country is experiencing some of this weather system, so please stay safe and warm...and don't take any unnecessary chances.