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Happy Halloween: Biting your Fingers Should Always Taste This Good

Witch Fingers Well, it's 2 days before Halloween and I wanted to share a special recipe for some exceptionally delicious ...

Baking With The Magnificent Mango

Mangos are one of the most flavorful and colorful tropical fruits you can find. Learn about the mangos’ origin and ...

Baking Radio Episode #47: One Brownie Recipe, Four Delicious Variations

So many people love brownies. Discover that Chef Gail is a diehard brownie lover as well, and always on the ...

Baking Radio Podcast Episode #39: How to Bake Chiffon Cake From Scratch! + Chef Sokol’s Citrus Chiffon Cake Recipe

The Chiffon cake as a special type of separated egg foam cake is discussed in detail. This type of cake ...

Baking Radio Podcast Episode #37: How to Bake French Chocolate Mousse, with Recipe!

Mousses are defined and discussed in detail. Some mousses use eggs and some do not. Learn about the different types ...

Baking Radio Episode #36: How to Make Marshmallows from Scratch!

Did you know that a marshmallow is really a stabilized meringue that can be made with or without egg whites? ...

Baking Radio Podcast Episode #33: All About Caramel for Bakers Part 2 of 2

Explore the two ways to make caramel, and which way is the easiest. Learn the best tips for the smoothest ...

Baking Radio Podcast Episode #24: How to Bake Cheesecake

Discover why cheesecake is really not a cake. Typical bottom crusts for cheesecakes are discussed along with other options. Find ...

Baking Radio Podcast Episode #20: Quick Breads

Quick breads are defined and their ease of preparation is discussed. The three mixing methods used to prepare quick breads, ...

Baking Radio Podcast Episode #19: A Simple Yeast Bread

Learn how to create a yeast dough from just five simple ingredients. Chef Sokol will walk you through all the ...

Baking Radio Podcast Episode #16: Oven Custards

The definition of an oven custard is discussed. Typical oven custards are reviewed, and a simple recipe for crème brûlée ...

Baking Radio Podcast Episode #15: Stovetop Custards Made With a Starch

The definition of a stovetop custard made with a starch is discussed. The benefits of using a starch when making ...

Baking Radio Podcast Episode #14: Stovetop Custards Made Without a Starch

Rich and creamy custards are first defined in detail. The science behind how eggs thicken custards is discussed giving the ...

Baking Radio Podcast Episode #11: How to Bake the Perfect Apple Pie

We all love that perfect apple pie with just the right balance of filling to crust. Learn to create the ...

Baking Radio Podcast Episode #9: Ganache, What it is and How You Can Use It

Learn how to make the French concoction known as Ganache. The ratios of chocolate and cream will determine what you ...

Baking Radio Podcast Episode #8: Fudgy Chocolate Cake Using the One Stage Method

The One Stage Method of cake making is discussed. Learn how to make the fudgiest of all chocolate cakes using ...

Baking Radio Podcast Episode #6: How to Make a French Buttercream Frosting

Learn how to create one of the richest and most decadent of all buttercream frostings. Chef Sokol will walk you ...

Baking Radio Podcast Episode #5: How to Bake Two 9-Inch Round Cake Layers Using the Creaming Method of Mixing

The versatility of one great yellow cake recipe is priceless. How to create Chef Sokol’s favorite tender and moist yellow ...

Irish Soda Bread for St. Patrick’s Day

You don't have to be Irish to love Irish soda bread. A typical definition of an Irish soda bread states ...

Show Some Chocolate Truffle Love on Valentine’s Day

Valentine's Day will be here before you know it. I, personally, get really excited about February 14th every year. There ...