Thursday, September 30, 2010

CSA

Missed the boat this season since I moved to the area half-way through the growing season, but next year, I plan to join a local CSA. It's a great way to support local agriculture, eat a broad array of fruits and veggies, and explore foods and recipes you might not necessarily have chosen at a grocery store.

Monday, September 27, 2010

Sunday Starting Some Sourdough Starter

This Sunday I finally got some sourdough starter brewing, hopefully by next weekend I'll be able to start making delicious sourdough loaves again. I had some great starter going in Vermont, but as my move got closer, I began neglecting it, and it was past the point of resurrection by the time I left for DC.
My fresh batch should taste different since Maryland undoubtedly has different wild yeast than Vermont, although a bit of domestic yeast thrown in the mix should insure that it won't be too different from the old starter.
I am looking forward to fresh sourdough loaves, sourdough bagels, and sourdough waffles from my waffle iron. I have been cooking and baking less since I began working 9-5, but I'm hoping to get back to it on weekends.
I ordered some goodies from the KAF website to help get myself back on track - some whole grain mix to throw into breads to make multi-grain sourdough, some potato flour to add moisture to bread dough, and some pumpernickel flour to make delicious fall loaves. I'm excited to work with these new ingredients to add some variety to my baking.

Tuesday, September 14, 2010

Update!

Hey, I plan to post on my baking and cooking again in the very near future. I've been adjusting to my new life and job in DC and it's taken me nearly a month and a half to get internet in my new apartment - long story, won't go there. I should *fingers crossed* be online by Friday, which should hopefully allow me to post pics and updates soon!
I have had some really delicious beers as I've been doing the happy hour scene with new friends and co-workers, so I can maybe post a bit about those adventures as well :)

~L