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How To: Making Homemade Butter

 


Introduction

Don’t lie, you know what butter is! It is very likely that you have had it at some point either through cooking or just on toast. But making butter is actually really fun, no less a workout too! Let’s get cooking!


Ingredients & Supplies:

  • 1 pint of heavy whipping cream
  • 1/8 teaspoon of salt (you could also add the seasonings of your choice to make a unique homemade butter!)
  • 2 Jars of some kind, mason is recommended. (if you would like to keep the buttermilk, 2 jars are necessary, otherwise just use one.)
  • Strainer
  • Marbles (clean), add as many or as little as you like for an optional helper to see if your butter is done. I recommend 2!

Let’s Cook!


  1. First pour your heavy whipping cream into your jar of choice. Make sure it’s cold, and pour into the jar until it is about halfway full. Add your marbles if desired.
  2. Make sure to screw your cap on tight, it’s gonna be a mess otherwise!
  3.  Shake the jar for 8-10 minutes, this is the workout! If your arm gets tired, make sure to switch off, but still shake.
  4.  Check on the progress. Take a quick break to see the changes happening to the heavy whipping cream, it might be staring to solidify if the marbles are becoming quieter!
  5. Add seasonings of choice, and put the lid back on.
  6.  Shake for about another 8 or so minutes. You will know when the butter is ready if you feel a lump when shaking and/or can’t hear the marbles.
  7. Dump the contents of the jar into a strainer to separate the lump of butter from the creamy liquid. If 2 jars were used, put the butter into the second jar. (This leftover liquid is buttermilk, which you can save for things like homemade waffles!)
  8. Taste-test, and then put in the fridge for later! (I bet that thanksgiving turkey is begging for your butter.)

Enjoy your butter!

How To: Making Banana Bread!


Introduction:

If you’ve got bananas laying around and you know how to spell bananas, this recipe is for you!


Ingredients:

    • 3 ripe bananasor 1 ½ cups mashed
    • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flouror oat flour
    • 2 eggs
    • ¼ cup maple syrupor honey
    • 1 tsp baking soda

    For a boost of flavor you could also add:

    • ½ tsp cinnamon
    • ¼ tsp salt
    • mix-ins of choice, (chopped walnuts or pecans, chocolate chips, raisins, etc.)

Instructions:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Prepare a 9×5-inch loaf pan with foil or parchment and spray with cooking spray.
  • Add all ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth. Pour batter into prepared loaf pan. (If desired, stir in any mix-ins, or sprinkle on any toppings.)
  • Bake 45-50 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Allow cooling completely before cutting.
  • Store in an airtight container on the counter for up to 3 days or in the fridge for a week.

Enjoy your fresh banana bread!

How to: Microwaved Mug Cakes


Introduction

Whenever you want to enjoy a cake but not have to do the work, then this recipe is the perfect solution! Mug cakes provide the enjoyment of cake, but not all of the work. Let’s get cooking!


Ingredients:

  • 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 4 tablespoons milk (or dairy-free milk)
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons flavorless oil (sunflower, vegetable or coconut oil)
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon Funfetti sprinkles

Instructions

  • In a microwavable mug whisk together the flour, sugar, and baking powder.
  • Add in the milk, oil, and vanilla and mix until just combined. Stir in the sprinkles.
  • Microwave for roughly 45 seconds – 1 minute, or until firm to the touch (timing is based on my microwave which is 1200 Watts so your timing may vary).
  • Serve warm with frosting, ice cream or cream.

Now sit back, relax, and enjoy your (near) effortless mug cake!