Greetings Studabaker's Fans!
I've run into an internet snag-----my provider is no longer serving my location, and I'm finding it difficult to find a replacement. Yikes! I am writing from the library computer right now, and will post as able----but if you need to place an order, call me at 541-476-9677. And of course, come see us at Grower's Market on Saturday's. Last week's market was a huge success! Can't wait to do it again this week! I guess my blogging days are on hold for the time being!
Blessings
Sue
Wednesday, July 25, 2012
Monday, July 16, 2012
FYI
Scones and bagels will now be $1.00 ea. for take-home, or 6/$5.00. The scones will be a little bigger than they were in 2010, and the higher price will help me keep 'em coming!
A toasted Bagel and schmeer will be $2.50 and I also plan to offer heated scones with house made lemon curd and devonshire cream for that price.
Marionberry Streusel Hearts will go up a little to $7.00, but the Marionberry Streusel Rolls can stay at $3.00.
Also planning to keep single servings of the Marionberry Cobbler at $3.00, with a full one going for $32.00 (must be ordered ahead.....12 large servings)
For our opening day I will be keeping the menu pretty simple (compared to what we used to offer, anyway), but look forward to bringing back old favorites as we go along.
O.k., now I feel better.
Let the baking begin!!
There must be Fifty Ways to Serve a Bagel........
I was thinking about it.
Seriously, there must be Fifty Ways to Serve a Bagel.
(You will now have that old Paul Simon tune stuck in your head----at least it's catchy! Grin)
I am ruling out the Classic: toasted bagel and cream cheese----that's a given.
So I thought it might be fun to challenge myself to post a different way to serve a bagel, every Monday-----if you stay tuned, by the end of the year you'll have an amazing repertoire of bagel possibilities. And I'll have a cookbook! Ha! Win-win!
So today I want to share what I packed for the Childrens Festival in Jacksonville to share with my grandkids. I was out of just about everything----it was my shopping day. But I still had some apples, peanut butter, and the ever available bagels. (I always keep a stash in the freezer----how handy) Here's what I dreamed up:
First I defrosted the bagel----it takes about an hour for one of our big bagels to defrost. You can speed it up in the microwave, but I prefer the old-fashioned way.
While the bagel was quietly thawing, I pulled together the other elements. My concept was to offer grilled wholewheat bagel wedges and cinnamon apples with my killer, healthy P-Nutella Dip.
P-nutella Dip
Measure into a small bowl:
4 tbsp. chunky peanut butter (I prefer Adams)
2 tbsp. dark cocoa
2 tbsp. honey
2 tsp. vanilla
approx. 2 tbsp. water, to thin it-----up to you how thin you want it.
Mix all the ingredients in the small bowl----very simple.
Cinnamon Apples: Core apples and cut into wedges. Toss with cinnamon (approx. 1 tsp. per apple)
These are a little messy as finger food, but you don't have to worry about them turning brown, and the combination of cinnamon apples and p-nutella dip is-----yummy!
Grilled Bagel Wedges: Slice bagel in half horizontally. Spread liberally with butter. Grill cut side down in a skillet. Give it a couple of minutes, so it gets brown and crispy. You can flip it over and let the other side get brown, too-----I did. I was aiming for some crunch. Let cool, then cut into bite size wedges. These also pair nicely with hummus, ranch dressing. What would you choose? Let me know! .
I packed the dip in cute little individual glass containers with lids, the apples went into ziploc bags, and so did the bagel wedges. I also packed plenty of napkins and wipes! It was fun, convenient, and quick to prepare.
This post needs some pictures----but we ate the evidence :-) Let me know if you try any of these recipes, and how you liked them, I'd love to hear your comments!
Seriously, there must be Fifty Ways to Serve a Bagel.
(You will now have that old Paul Simon tune stuck in your head----at least it's catchy! Grin)
I am ruling out the Classic: toasted bagel and cream cheese----that's a given.
So I thought it might be fun to challenge myself to post a different way to serve a bagel, every Monday-----if you stay tuned, by the end of the year you'll have an amazing repertoire of bagel possibilities. And I'll have a cookbook! Ha! Win-win!
So today I want to share what I packed for the Childrens Festival in Jacksonville to share with my grandkids. I was out of just about everything----it was my shopping day. But I still had some apples, peanut butter, and the ever available bagels. (I always keep a stash in the freezer----how handy) Here's what I dreamed up:
First I defrosted the bagel----it takes about an hour for one of our big bagels to defrost. You can speed it up in the microwave, but I prefer the old-fashioned way.
While the bagel was quietly thawing, I pulled together the other elements. My concept was to offer grilled wholewheat bagel wedges and cinnamon apples with my killer, healthy P-Nutella Dip.
P-nutella Dip
Measure into a small bowl:
4 tbsp. chunky peanut butter (I prefer Adams)
2 tbsp. dark cocoa
2 tbsp. honey
2 tsp. vanilla
approx. 2 tbsp. water, to thin it-----up to you how thin you want it.
Mix all the ingredients in the small bowl----very simple.
Cinnamon Apples: Core apples and cut into wedges. Toss with cinnamon (approx. 1 tsp. per apple)
These are a little messy as finger food, but you don't have to worry about them turning brown, and the combination of cinnamon apples and p-nutella dip is-----yummy!
Grilled Bagel Wedges: Slice bagel in half horizontally. Spread liberally with butter. Grill cut side down in a skillet. Give it a couple of minutes, so it gets brown and crispy. You can flip it over and let the other side get brown, too-----I did. I was aiming for some crunch. Let cool, then cut into bite size wedges. These also pair nicely with hummus, ranch dressing. What would you choose? Let me know! .
I packed the dip in cute little individual glass containers with lids, the apples went into ziploc bags, and so did the bagel wedges. I also packed plenty of napkins and wipes! It was fun, convenient, and quick to prepare.
This post needs some pictures----but we ate the evidence :-) Let me know if you try any of these recipes, and how you liked them, I'd love to hear your comments!
Saturday, July 14, 2012
Studabaker's: The Next Generation
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| Here's how the new stand will look----you will have to hunt for it, we will be in a new location. |
The second happy confirmation came from my daughter Rachel------she will be helping me at the stand for the next four weeks, and bringing Shayna with her. Shayna will be in training! The next generation of Bagel Girls! Can Lily be far behind?! (If Lucas ends up helping at the stand, we will have to come up with a different title for him. I guess Bagel Boy would work :-)
Planning to offer Bagels to go, Bagels with Schmeer (cream cheese----but you knew that), Scones, Marionberry Streusel Hearts, Walnut Brownies, Lemon Bars, Raspberry Date Bars, Carrot Cake, Cupcakes, and Marionberry Cobbler for this first time out. The stand will be very much order-driven----if someone asks for Spanakopeta one week, I will make enough to share on Saturday. We will see what everyone is hungry for! That will help determine what shows up each week.
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| Yes, I know, the tables are empty here-----they will be full on Saturday! |
I'll be using this blog a lot to post news, recipes, menus for the coming week-----stay tuned. If you become a member here you will get regular updates. Just sayin' :-)
Can't wait to see you all next Saturday. It feels good to be getting back to work!
Tuesday, July 3, 2012
Advantages of Having My Own Playkery :-)
So, my lawnmower mechanic calls me today. Yes, I have my own personal lawnmower mechanic, I am blessed :-) He lives around the corner, and fixes mowers as a sideline.
He's a busy guy, and a hard worker, and today when he got back to me about my recalcitrant riding mower, he mentioned that it's his birthday.
"Well Happy Birthday!" I exulted! (I don't know why, I just love birthdays. They make me happy)
So I went right to my freezer, pulled out a cupcake and a birthday candle, and voila! Instant birthday congratulations from me and my bakery (or should I say playkery. So....much.....fun! Dan is getting a candle, not a rose----but his cupcake looks a lot like this one, only with peanut butter frosting :-)
I also had a nice time meeting my new neighbors this morning------last time I filled an order for Blueberry Muffins (avalable at Bohemian Rhapsody btw) I made a few small ones and stuck them in my freezer for.....who knows what? Apparently, it was my new neighbors!
It's the little things, you know?
This Saturday is my grandson Lucas' 4th birthday----that's him as a little guy about three years ago. He's asked for vanilla cupcakes with strawberry icing. So you know what kind of extra cupcakes are going to be stashed in my freezer this time :-) If you have an upcoming event and need some little festive treat to offer, give me a call. I just might have something for you :-)
He's a busy guy, and a hard worker, and today when he got back to me about my recalcitrant riding mower, he mentioned that it's his birthday.
"Well Happy Birthday!" I exulted! (I don't know why, I just love birthdays. They make me happy)
It's the little things, you know?
This Saturday is my grandson Lucas' 4th birthday----that's him as a little guy about three years ago. He's asked for vanilla cupcakes with strawberry icing. So you know what kind of extra cupcakes are going to be stashed in my freezer this time :-) If you have an upcoming event and need some little festive treat to offer, give me a call. I just might have something for you :-)
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