Thursday, April 28, 2016
2016 Summer Excursions
7th Annual Summer Excursions
Shaker Heights Ward of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints,
Neighbors and Friends
WHERE: Sulfur Springs - South Chagrin Metropark
WHEN: Memorial Day, Monday, May 30, 11:00- ?? (after the Parade)
COST: Free
*Family BBQ – bring meat for your family and a side dish to share! We will bring charcoal.
**Wear shoes and clothes (swim suits) that can get wet (and possibly dirty). Other suggestions: Frisbees, water toys, hiking pack (for littles), sunscreen, etc.
Excursion #2:WHAT: Swimming, Beach Play, Stand up Paddle boards Class (Captain Kids Marine Academy)
WHERE: Fairport Harbor
WHEN: Friday, June 10 10:00 or 11:30
WHO: ages 4-7 @10am, ages 8-11 @ 11:30am
COST: $5 per child; $5 parking; $ for snack stand
(if you are attending the class, you should get parking for free)
*Many choose to not do the class and come for just beach play.
*See below for class registration (if doing the class).
Excursion #6:WHAT: BBQ, kickball game, frisbee's, fireworks
WHERE: Horseshoe Park
WHEN: Monday July 4, 4:00-7:00
COST: Free
Family BBQ – bring meat for your family and a side dish to share!
*** I'm not sure if we will be here, so.... This Excursion is PENDING a volunteer to go sit at the pavilion and hold it for our group since it is on a first come first basis on holidays. Kolby and a friend usually go around noon-1:00pm and set out blankets and table clothes and try their best to hold a large enough spot (and the grills). It is also PENDING a family willing to bring enough charcoal and chimney's to get the grills fired up. ANY VOLUNTEERS?
2. North Chagrin Reservation
3. Penitentiary Glen
4. Rocky River Nature Center
5. Hinckley Lake
6. More! There are so many more. These are just a few of our most frequented.
*Many choose to not do the class and come for just beach play.
*See below for class registration (if doing the class).
*To Register for boating classes, go online to the Lake Metropark website (http://www.lakemetroparks.
*Registration for out-of-county residents opens on May 9th
**Lake Farmpark's WORKING DOG WEEKEND IS Saturday JUNE 11-12. This is not an official excursion, but one my family is going to and one I would highly recommend (especially if you have dog lovers in your home!) LINK HERE for more info.
Excursion #3:
WHAT: Swimming, Beach Play,
WHERE: Fairport Harbor
WHEN: Friday, June 24 noon - ??
WHERE: Fairport Harbor
WHEN: Friday, June 24 noon - ??
COST: $5 parking; $$ for snack stand.
Excursion #4:
WHAT: Swimming, Picnic, Beach Play, Canoeing, Kayaking, Bike Riding
WHERE: Hinckley Lake
Canoes - $13 for first hour
Paddle Boats - $17 for first hour
WHERE: Hinckley Lake
Canoes - $13 for first hour
Paddle Boats - $17 for first hour
Swimming – FREE
There is a trail around the lake if you want to bring a bike
Excursion #5:
WHAT: Old Fashion Ice Cream Shop, Waterfalls, Playground, Feed the ducks
WHERE: Chagrin Falls
WHEN: Friday, July 1, 2:00pmCOST: $ for ice cream
WHEN: Friday, July 1, 2:00pmCOST: $ for ice cream
*Bring some bread to feed the ducks and some good shoes if you want to hike down to the falls.
WHERE: Horseshoe Park
WHEN: Monday July 4, 4:00-7:00
COST: Free
Family BBQ – bring meat for your family and a side dish to share!
*** I'm not sure if we will be here, so.... This Excursion is PENDING a volunteer to go sit at the pavilion and hold it for our group since it is on a first come first basis on holidays. Kolby and a friend usually go around noon-1:00pm and set out blankets and table clothes and try their best to hold a large enough spot (and the grills). It is also PENDING a family willing to bring enough charcoal and chimney's to get the grills fired up. ANY VOLUNTEERS?
Excursion #7:
WHAT: Visit the Farm - Learn Ohio History!
WHERE: Historic Hale Farm and Village
WHEN: Monday, July 11th
WHEN: Monday, July 11th
COST: $10/adults, $5/kids
Excursion #8:
WHAT: Swimming, Beach Play, Jet Ski Rescue Class (Captain Kids Marine Academy)
WHERE: Fairport Harbor
WHEN: Thursday, July 14th
WHEN: Thursday, July 14th
WHO: ages 4-7 @10am, ages 8-11 @ 11:30am
COST: $5 per child; $5 parking; $$ for snack stand.
COST: $5 per child; $5 parking; $$ for snack stand.
(if you are attending the class, you should get parking for free)
*Many choose to not do the class and come for just beach play.
*See below for class registration (if doing the class).
*To Register for boating classes, go online to the Lake Metropark website (http://www.lakemetroparks.
*Registration for out-of-county residents opens on May 9th
Excursion #9:WHAT: Hiking and Nature Center
WHERE: Rocky River Metropark and Malley's Ice Cream!
WHEN: Tuesday, July 19, 11:30 (meet there)
COST: $$ for ice cream afterward if you want to (optional)
REGISTRATION..? Nope, just come
WHERE: Rocky River Metropark and Malley's Ice Cream!
WHEN: Tuesday, July 19, 11:30 (meet there)
COST: $$ for ice cream afterward if you want to (optional)
REGISTRATION..? Nope, just come
Excursion #10:
WHAT: Kidde rides / miniature golf
WHERE: Memphis Kiddie Park
WHEN: Friday, July 22nd 1:00-3:00 AGE: Everyone! (rides are best for younger kids; older kids can play outdoor mini golf)
COST: $14.00 per child (under 48 inches..?) for unlimited rides, box of popcorn, drink and balloon. Mini golf is $4 for 18 rounds (buy popcorn and drink separate).
REGISTRATION REQUIRED? Yes! I need a head count since the discount only applies to “party” groups and we need to reserve our “party” time. It is also best that I collect the money beforehand, cash only please.
WHEN: Friday, July 22nd 1:00-3:00 AGE: Everyone! (rides are best for younger kids; older kids can play outdoor mini golf)
COST: $14.00 per child (under 48 inches..?) for unlimited rides, box of popcorn, drink and balloon. Mini golf is $4 for 18 rounds (buy popcorn and drink separate).
REGISTRATION REQUIRED? Yes! I need a head count since the discount only applies to “party” groups and we need to reserve our “party” time. It is also best that I collect the money beforehand, cash only please.
Excursion #11:
WHAT: Swimming, Beach Play, Super Sailing Class (Captain Kids Marine Academy)
WHERE: Fairport Harbor
WHEN: Friday, July 29th
WHO: ages 4-7 @10am, ages 8-11 @ 11:30am
COST: $5 per child; $5 parking; $$ for snack stand.
(if you are attending the class, you should get parking for free)
*Many choose to not do the class and come for just beach play.
*See below for class registration (if doing the class).
*To Register for boating classes, go online to the Lake Metropark website (http://www.lakemetroparks.
*Registration for out-of-county residents opens on May 9th
Excursion #12:
WHAT: Camping! - Sponsored Church Campout - Shaker Heights Ward
WHERE: John Johnson Farm
WHEN: TBA (possibly Aug. 12-13) COST: free
WHEN: TBA (possibly Aug. 12-13) COST: free
FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF CAPTAIN KIDS MARINE ACADEMY CLASSES, SEE ATTACHED PDF....
Other Excursion Ideas for You and Your Family:
* We've done these in prior years and all are great options! Please contact me if you need more information than what is provided here on any of these.
"WOW!" WADE OVAL WEDNESDAYS
Enjoy a FREE concert each Wednesday night in Wade Oval from 6:00-9:00 p.m. in the heart of University Circle. Movies start at 9:00 p.m. on select nights.
STRAWBERRY PICKING
WHERE: Patterson's Fruit Farm
WHERE: Patterson's Fruit Farm
WHEN: (depends on how the season goes, usually starts mid-June)
COST: $$ per bushel
http://www.pattersonfarm.com/
COST: $$ per bushel
http://www.pattersonfarm.com/
BLUEBERRY PICKING
WHERE: Voytko Farms
WHEN: (depends on how the season goes)
COST: $$ per bushel
http://voytkofarms.com
WHERE: Voytko Farms
WHEN: (depends on how the season goes)
COST: $$ per bushel
http://voytkofarms.com
VISIT THE FARM – LEARN OHIO HISTORY WHERE: Historic Hale Farm
COST: $10/adults, $5/kids
EDUCATIONAL FARM
WHERE: Lake Metroparks Farmpark
COST: $6/adults, $4, ages 2-11
NATURE HIKE / PROGRAMS
WHERE: Shaker Lakes Nature Center
*This is fun to do as a planned hike with the naturalist and needs to be scheduled in advance for groups. $3.50 per child.
*This is fun to do as a planned hike with the naturalist and needs to be scheduled in advance for groups. $3.50 per child.
BIKE RIDE THE TOW PATHS AND TAKE THE TRAIN RIDE BACK
WHERE: Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor / Cuyahoga Valley National Park
AGE: Anyone who can ride! 25+ miles of trail.
AGE: Anyone who can ride! 25+ miles of trail.
*If you don’t have a bike, you can rent one! You can also rent bike trailers or “trail-a-bikes” for young ones. Contact “Century Cycle” for rental information
COST: $3 per bike for train fare back
COST: $3 per bike for train fare back
NATURE PROGRAMS / HIKING / ANIMAL REHABILITATION CENTER
WHERE: Penitentiary Glen
ZOO!
WHERE: Cleveland Metropark Zoo
COST: $12.25/adult, $8.25/child, or go on Monday and have it be FREE!
Pack a lunch
FAVORITE METROPARK SITES TO VISIT
1. South Chagrin Reservation – Sulfur Springs2. North Chagrin Reservation
3. Penitentiary Glen
4. Rocky River Nature Center
5. Hinckley Lake
6. More! There are so many more. These are just a few of our most frequented.
Monday, April 18, 2016
Fabulous Friday Line Up!
Hey Shaker Sisters!
it's time again for our Fabulous Friday Craft Night! Our committee has been working hard to bring you some delightful (and simple) projects!
Here's the line-up and information:
{FARKLE GAME BAG and CONTENTS}
{CAR / TRAVEL FIRST AID KIT}
it's time again for our Fabulous Friday Craft Night! Our committee has been working hard to bring you some delightful (and simple) projects!
Here's the line-up and information:
{FELT FLOWER HAIR ACCESSORY}
provided by: Melissa Dickson
Cost: 4 for $5
These delightful felt flower hair accessories are accented with a covered button center. They come in a choice of four colors--grey, charcoal, hot pink and cream. We'll have a variety of fabrics to choose from for the center accent and you'll learn to create a covered button.
Supplies: fabric scissors and/or pinking shears.
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{EMERGENCY PREPARDENESS CANDLE KIT}
provided by: Julia Kener
Cost: $4
These emergency preparedness candles are perfect to keep accessible in your home in case of power outage. Each candle burns for 4 hours. The clever flip lid allows for a built in candle holder. Definitely a must have for your emergency storage!
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provided by: Lisa Lovato and Steffanie Reece
Cost: $2.00 (with your own fabric)
$3.50 (with fabric kit)
$3.00 (in a tin can)
Game on! Farkle is a fun family dice game you can choose to order in a darling fabric bag or in a tin can. Choose your own fabric and bring it with you or choose from kits already assembled. All contents will be included. This would make a great gift for family or friends. Don't forget to make one for your own family!
Supplies:
If you want to provide your own fabric, bring a 5x12 inch piece of fabric and matching ribbon (30 inches). (matching thread too if you want). Sewing machines will be provided.
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{FELT WREATH}
provided by: Alison Day
Cost: $12
I saw this felt wreath on The Idea Room blog and loved it! I ran out and purchased the supplies and sat down to cut out a lot of 3" circles from felt. The project will take awhile but is SO WORTH IT! Two colors to choose from - Red or Sand. If you would like to pick up your felt beforehand to get your circles cut, that is an option.
Supplies:
Please bring your own fabric scissors for this craft!
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{4th OF JULY DECORATION}
provided by: Debbie Brown
$15
Proudly dec your home with this beautifully hand painted America sign. Comes with hanging brackets and everything you need to finish this simple patriotic decoration.
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provided by: Katy Swearingen
Cost: $7
If you came to our Emergency Preparedness night, you may have left feeling a bit nervous about making sure your family is prepared in case of a medical emergency! This will ease your anxiety! The convenience of quickly assembling a kit with everything you need in a quick emergency will be available Friday night! Make one for each car or for a family member or friend. Definitely a practical option!
Kit includes:
1 ACE wrap (3 inch)
1 tube antibiotic ointment
1 tube hydrocortisone (anti-itch) cream
1 instant cold pack
1 roll cloth tape
37 band-aids of various sizes
5 gauze pads
8 cleansing wipes
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{ PROCLAMATION ON THE FAMILY}
provided by: Adele Polley
Cost: $6
Do you have the Proclamation on the Family up in your home yet? Adele has created this super cute design that goes with your family picture! All you need to do is provide a 5x7 picture and tell her the spelling of your last name and the year you were married! She will provide everything else!
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{ WOOD PLAQUES}
provided by: Alison Day and Heather Riet
Cost: $5
8 x 8 option
8 x 12 option
1. Monson "Find Joy in the Journey"
2. Picture of Savior
3. Kirtland Temple
4. Or bring your own 8x12 picture and pay $3.00
4. Or bring your own 8x12 picture and pay $3.00
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Cost: $4
1. Marjorie Hinckley Quote
2. Isaiah 49:15
3. Gratitude
4. He Loves you Today - Uchtdorf quote
5. Or bring your own 8x8 picture and pay $2.50
5. Or bring your own 8x8 picture and pay $2.50
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Cost $3
5 x 7 option
1. Do It
2. Monson "Find Joy in the Journey"
3. The Right Path
4. Heaven is not filled with....
5. Picture of the Savior (is also a 5x7 option)
6. Or bring your own 5x7 picture and pay $2.00
6. Or bring your own 5x7 picture and pay $2.00
Please note: all orders will come with natural wood only. If you want the base to be colored, you need to provide your own stain or paint. If you would like to pick up your wood beforehand to have it painted, you are welcome to!
Tip: If you bring your own picture, it is best to print it in luster (not glossy)
Tip: If you bring your own picture, it is best to print it in luster (not glossy)
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{CHALK PAINTING CLASS}
Taught by: Alison Day
Cost: Free
Time: 8pm in the Primary Room
Come learn everything there is to know about the new rage of "Chalk Paint!" Chalk Paint is a great option for refinishing furniture (or other items such as glass, fabric, metal, etc.) without the hassle of sanding and priming! Rather than pay the high price of the branded "Annie Sloan" paint ($$!!), learn how to make your own! We will have paint swatches of Annie Sloan colors if you want to color match at a hardware/paint store later; or if you have a color of FLAT paint you already love and want to try, bring it and a tupperware container and go home with paint ready to use. You can see and try various techniques such as dry brush, wash finish, antique finish and layering. Learn also about the different wax options and how to seal your newly vintage piece!
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{ADULT COLORING STATION}
Provided by: Debbie Brown
Cost: Free
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{EXPECTANT REFUGEE MOTHER BABY SHOWER}
{GIFT WRAPPING STATION}
For mothers: Jessica, Irene, Sahra and Ventina
Provided by: Jamie Taft
Cost: $$ for donated baby items
In our efforts to follow the counsel of Linda K. Burton and Elder Patrick Kearon from General Conference we are excited to serve in the local refugee effort here in Clevealnd. One of the Service Collaboratives have linked us with 4 expectant mothers who are in need. We will be collecting "gifts" from now to May 20th when we we will wrap our gifts and provide encouraging words of advice for these mothers. More information to come on their stories, where they've come from and how we as sisters in teh Shaker Heights Ward can serve them! In the meantime, consider purchasing an extra box of diapers, wipes or bath and clothing items when you are out running your errands!
Needed Items:
• Diapers
• Diaper Rash
• Blankets
• Clothes
• Socks
• Hats
• Pacifiers
• Toys
• Ribbon
• Wrapping Paper
**A Donations box is available outside the bishop's office at the church.
Tuesday, April 5, 2016
APRIL CHALLENGE... WHEAT AND RICE!
Recommended Amounts:
Wheat (lbs):
| # People | 3 months | 6 months | 9 months | 12 months |
| 1 | 37.5 | 75 | 112.5 | 150 |
| 2 | 75 | 150 | 225 | 300 |
| 3 | 112.5 | 225 | 337.5 | 450 |
| 4 | 150 | 300 | 450 | 600 |
| 5 | 187.5 | 375 | 562.5 | 750 |
| 6 | 225 | 450 | 675 | 900 |
Rice (lbs):
| # People | 3 months | 6 months | 9 months | 12 months |
| 1 | 12.5 | 25 | 37.5 | 50 |
| 2 | 25 | 50 | 75 | 100 |
| 3 | 37.5 | 75 | 112.5 | 150 |
| 4 | 50 | 100 | 150 | 200 |
| 5 | 62.5 | 125 | 187.5 | 250 |
| 6 | 75 | 150 | 225 | 300 |
Oats (lbs):
| # People | 3 months | 6 months | 9 months | 12 months |
| 1 | 6.25 | 12.5 | 18.75 | 25 |
| 2 | 12.5 | 25 | 37.5 | 50 |
| 3 | 18.75 | 37.5 | 56.25 | 75 |
| 4 | 25 | 50 | 75 | 100 |
| 5 | 31.25 | 62.5 | 93.75 | 125 |
| 6 | 37.5 | 75 | 112.5 | 150 |
Additional Purchases:
Keep in mind that if you store wheat, for example, you will also need a way to grind it. There are several hand grinders and electric grinders out there. I've asked for most of my food storage equipment (grinders- both hand and electric, dehydrators, etc.) for Christmas/birthday presents from my in-laws (otherwise they give me random stuff). If you are just starting with a limited budget, you can get a hand grinder for $30-80, electric ones are between $150-400. Mine is this one, a Blendtec Kitchen Mill and I really like it. A grain mill is a fairly big purchase so think about it, plan for it, decide how you want to provide grains for your family. Also think through which type of an emergency you want to be prepared for - no job for over a year will have power but massive tornado or war zone may not.
You may also want to buy yeast and gluten or dough enhancer. Try out a few recipes and see what you'll need.
I've looked at a lot of places online...the bishop's storehouse seems to be the best price and it is already sealed in long term cans. Their big bags are cheaper but then you are responsible to store them. Lehi Roller Mills (Utah) has wheat for about the same price as the Storehouse but it's in Utah. I would love to find a local mill that will sell food grade to the public but the closest mill I can find at all is about 90 minutes away. If anyone has a better source for grains, please let me know and I will pass it on.
Bishop's Storehouse -
| Storage Life | lbs. | cost | $/lb | |
| Hard Red Wheat, can | 30 years | 5.5 lbs | $2.75 | $0.50 |
| Hard White Wheat, can | 30 years | 5.5 lbs | $3.00 | $0.55 |
| Hard Red Wheat, bag | 30 years | 25 lbs | $7.50 | $0.30 |
| Hard White Wheat, bag | 30 years | 25 lbs | $8.25 | $0.33 |
| Potato flakes, can | 30 years | 1.8 lbs | $5.00 | $2.78 |
| Potato pearls, can | 1.5 years | 1.75 lbs | $3.75 | $2.14 |
| Oats, Quick | 30 years | 2.4 lbs | $3.25 | $1.35 |
| Oats, Rolled/reg. | 30 years | 2.8 lbs | $3.25 | $1.16 |
| Rice, white | 30 years | 5.4 lbs | $4.00 | $0.74 |
Sams's club - hard white and hard red wheat, $40 for 40 lb bucket, sealed, free shipping, $1/lb Need a membership or can pay 10% extra and order online as a guest.
Walmart - I though Walmart might carry the same brand as Sam's and they do!
Hard white or red wheat, 26 lb bucket for $16.25, which is $0.63/lb but free shipping only on orders over $50. Which means you must buy at least 4 of them for the free shipping option but they come in smaller buckets which are easier to handle. Or you could order some other things from them. The Augason brand carries a lot of emergency preparation food in mostly #10 food cans or buckets. You could get a few different items to get to your $50 spending minimum for free shipping. In general, the Storehouse is cheaper, but Augason has much greater variety, more like Emergency Essentials (which has a $6 flat rate shipping on any order).
GFS Size Price $/lb
Rice, bag 50 lbs. $20.49 $0.41
Yeast, vacuum sealed bag 2 lbs $4.99 $2.50
Barley, bag 1 lb $0.99 $0.99
Recipes:
Baby food
Did you know you can make your own baby food? For those of you who start you small ones off with rice cereal, you can make your own for super cheap. I've even seen recipes online for baby cereals made out of wheat, oats, brown rice, lentils, etc.
Indian one has an interesting way of precooking it so it is fluffier...
Nutty Barley Pilaf
I love this side dish! For any of you adventurous enough to try that oatmeal looking dish at the last ward linger longer/ break the fast/ party for Cody, I brought this! It was a little soft because of the weird timing of church but this dish is delicious! It kind of tastes like rice-a-roni but its homemade and better for you. I watched the little Barker boys go to town on it so even little kids will like this grain side dish. I like it with fish or grilled chicken because it doesn't need a sauce like many starchy side dishes. And, barley is cheap and triples in size.
1 c Pearl Barley
1/2 c pinenuts or slivered/sliced almonds (I don't always add but the nutty flavor and texture is good)
1/2 c butter
1 c chopped onion
1 c fresh chopped parsley (I usually just sprinkle in some dried)
2 (14.5 oz) cans of beef or chicken broth ( I use 3 c of water with a couple of bouillon cubes)
Saute together barley, nuts, butter, onion, and parsley. (Saute the onion or they will be crunchy when the barley is cooked) Add broth and 1 can of water (total of about 5.5 c of liquid). Pour into baking dish and bake, uncovered, for 2.5 hours at 350 degrees. Stir every 30 minutes. If it gets too dry, add a little water.
I've recently tried doing this recipe in a crock pot with just 3 c of water and 2-3 hours on medium/low. Baking it gives a better depth of flavor but its still good in a crock pot. Makes more than you think it will, 4-6 adult servings.
Wheat berries Sam Barker's expert recipe
I have yet to try this alternative to breakfast oatmeal but will commit to try it sometime this month. Thanks to the Barkers for sharing their weekly family staple so that we can enjoy this healthy and hearty breakfast cereal!
3 cups of water to 1 cup of wheat berries. pinch of salt.
I put slow cooker on low and run for 8 hours, usually overnight.
Lately I have added a 1/4 extra cup of water to keep it soggy enough as to avoid crustaceous formations on the periphery of the wheat berry lake. (Thanks Sam:)
Good with raisins, craisins, and a mix of oatmeal.
Emily says to add milk and brown sugar!
Whole Wheat Bread Insights and recipes from Berlin Allen
Wheat berries: I purchase the hard red wheat because it gives a more nutty, wheat flavor. Hard white wheat will taste nearer white flour breads, but still give the benefits of a whole grain. (Note, "hard" is necessary for breads because of the ability to hold carbon dioxide, which is necessary for raising. Also, whole wheat flour will not last long once ground - freezing can help extend it somewhat.)
Grinding: I use a hand grinder, as it fit in the budget, and I do not yet need to make enough bread to necessitate an electric grinder.
Recipes: There is an abundance of bread recipes in most any recipe book, as well as online. Just try a few different ones - you will indefinitely need to make tweaks for season, oven, weather, etc.
Kaye Kowallis' Whole Wheat Bread(my mom's; she raised 7 kids on homemade bread, yogurt, granola, etc... this is tried and true)
*2 loaves
Put 2.5 C. warm water and 1 Tbsp. yeast in mixing bowl to proof.
Add 3.5 C. freshly ground whole wheat flour.
Mix at medium speed for about a minute.
Add 1/3 C. oil, then 1/3 C. honey (I use the same measuring cup so the honey slips right out).
Add 1 Tbsp. salt.
If your wheat is old and dry (using storage that is over a decade old, for example), add 2 eggs.
Gradually add 3-4 more C. flour, add the last cup gradually. (The secret to breads is in the flour - you may not need it all; you may need more.) The dough should pull away from the sides of the bowl. Mix for about 5 minutes then turn the machine off (can oil the top, or not, and cover). Let raise double.
Punch down, preheat oven to 350 degrees, and put in two pans (my mom used to use old V8 cans, which makes for a beautiful crust all around and a signature round bread). Let raise to about 1.5" over loaf pan (to the top of the can if using V8 can). This time varies depending on humidity, warmth, and age of wheat / moisture content... usually 10-30 minutes. Gently move to the oven to cook. Depending on altitude, it usually cooks in 35-55 minutes. (I find 32 minutes seems to be working with my oven in Cleveland.)
When you take it out, remove from the pans immediately and cool on a rack (if doing cans, cool on side).
It will cut best after a few hours.
Bosch Foolproof Whole Wheat Bread
(another I have tried and like)
(another I have tried and like)
*6 loaves
6 C. warm water
2.5 Tbsp. instant yeast
2 Tbsp. salt
1/2 C. oil
2/3 C. honey
12-15 C. whole wheat flour
Mix 8-9 cups fresh wheat flour and 2 ½ tablespoons yeast together in the bowl of an electric mixer (or in a large bowl by hand). Add 6 cups warm water and mix to paste consistency. Cover and let sponge 10-15 minutes. Add salt, honey, and oil. Mix by hand or if using an electric mixer, turn to speed 1 or 2 as motor bears down and add additional flour until dough pulls away from sides of bowl. Let the mixer knead the dough for five minutes. (If using hands, knead for 10 minutes.) Use oil or cooking spray on your hands to form six equal loaves. Take dough immediately from bowl and fill lightly greased (or nonstick) loaf pans ½ to 2/3 full. Cover with lightly greased plastic wrap to keep moist. Let the bread rise until doubled, approximately 1 ½ inches above the top of the pan. Place the bread carefully in a cold oven. Turn the oven to 350 degrees and set timer for 38 minutes.
Whole wheat/bread flour combination bread
This is my (Heather's) personal favorite but I haven't played with many recipes. This one was amazing the first time i tried it. I did add a little extra Gluten (.5 T per C wheat flour) because I used 60 year old wheat we inherited from Ad's grandparents. Play with the flour whole wheat flour ratio as well.
http://allrecipes.com/recipe/
Don't give up on wheat bread! It just needs some practice and patience! Old wheat absorbs more water than most recipes call for so go as light on the wheat as possible.
Super Prepper! The more I think about the item of the month, the more I want to balance out my food storage. I'm always so shocked when I run out of something that I know it's time to take inventory. For those of you who are trying to build everything at once, slowly (according to sale prices), here's a list of topics to get you thinking. We'll eventually cover these topics in the next 2 years or so, month by month, but you can do a little in each category now too.
Spices, veggies, fruits, tomato based products, pastas, grains, flours, baking extras (powder, soda, vanilla), soups, condiments, snacks, drinks, dairy products, fats, personal hygiene - including baby items, household cleaning supplies, laundry soap, paper products, meats, water, 72 hour kits, flashlights, sugars, legumes...etc.
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