Tips for mission cake

Tuesday, September 29, 2015 5:15pm
Life Food

Nordic Ware’s Cathedral Bundt Pan: Made in America, Nordic Ware’s heavy cast aluminum 10-cup capacity Cathedral Bundt is modeled after France’s gothic Notre Dame Cathedral. The pan features a nonstick coating for easy food release and cleanup. For a lifetime of use, always hand wash in mild detergent. For purchase information visit www.nordicware.com, or on-line retailers such as www.amazon.com.

Fiori di Sicilia (flowers of Sicily) flavoring: Used by Italians to scent their panettone and pandoro, you’ll love the floral aroma and taste of citrus and vanilla in Fiori di Sicilia flavoring – a King Arthur Flour Baker’s Catalogue exclusive. Find it at www.kingarthurflour.com, or by calling 1-800-827-6836.

Blue Moon White IPA: Add depth to recipes calling for beer by experimenting with a product that will complement the flavors of your recipe. Blue Moon Brewing Company’s White IPA (India Pale Ale), brewed with coriander and orange peel, is a good match for recipes where the taste of citrus is desired. Read more about Blue Moon Brewing Company’s line of beers, many with recipes, at www.bluemoonbrewingcompany.com.

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