Barmbrack Or Tea Brack, An Irish Sweet Bread

[1] Brack, an Irish tea bread, is traditionally round (photo © King Arthur Flour). [2] But it can be a rectangular loaf (photo © Stasty). [3] Enjoy it with a cup of tea (photo © AG Photographer | Canstock).   Brack is short for barmbrack, a traditional Irish sweet bread. The original barmbrack was a…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Customize Your St. Patrick’s Day Bagel

Green bagels are a novelty on St. Patrick’s Day. But here’s a more elegant way to enjoy your bagel, with green fruits and vegetables. The concept can be applied to any holiday or occasion with theme colors (see the lists below), and can be part of a bagel buffet for brunch. Bonus: It’s a way…
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National Reuben Sandwich Day & Reuben Biscuits Recipe

[1] A classic Reuben Sandwich (photo © J. Java | Fotolia). [2] A Reuben on marble rye (photo © Boar’s Head). [3] A Turkey Reuben on plain rye instead of pumpernickel (photo © National Turkey Federation). [4] Mini reuben sandwiches for cocktail appetizers, available at Mackenzie Limited (photo © Mackenzie Limited). [5] Reuben Biscuits (recipe…
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