September 2020 | Issue No 4

 

Hello friends…As promised, I am sharing one of my favorite recipes in the September issue, just in time for the cold snap this past week & hints of fall in the air. This is a recipe that I’ve continually turned to—both in the hot & cold seasons—that always brings comfort to myself & those around me. It is my go-to gluten free dough that I use as a base for all sorts of baked goodness. This past weekend, I was craving pizza (because who wasn't?) & decided to give it a whirl as a grilled dough. Ummm, can we say DELICIOUS?! 

 

Yum!

 

Who doesn't love pizza? Here's my all purpose dough recipe that I've converted into a gluten free version & topped with so many delicious growers' market veggies. 

 

Ingredients:

1½ cups brown rice flour

¼ cup potato starch

¼ cup tapioca starch

1½ tsp xanthan gum

2 tbsp honey

1½ cups lukewarm water

2 tbsp fast rise yeast

2 tbsp butter, melted

2 eggs, beaten slightly

1 tsp vinegar (I prefer apple cider)

melted butter, for brushing (optional)

 

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  1. In the bowl of a heavy-duty mixer, place flours, xanthan gum & salt. Blend with mixer on low.
  2. In a small bowl, dissolve the honey in water & add yeast.
  3. Wait until the mixture foams slightly, then blend into the dry ingredients.
  4. Add butter, egg & vinegar. Beat on high for 3 minutes.
  5. To form loaves, spoon dough onto greased & cornmeal-dusted cookie sheets in two long French-loaf shapes or spoon into French bread pans. Slash diagonally every few inches. If desired, brush with melted butter. For a pizza dough, I used a bit more rice flour to manipulate the dough into a consistency for grilling.
  6. Cover dough & let rise in a warm place until doubled in bulk, 20-25 minutes.
  7. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Bake for 20-25 minutes.

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This basic recipe has been a staple in my kitchen since 2013 & has seen many revisions along the way. You may use ½ cup of either potato or tapioca starch if you don't have both on hand. Using potato starch helps the bread achieve that beautiful brown color that is sometimes lacking in gluten free varieties. I try to limit refined sugars in my cooking, so honey was an alteration to the original recipe. This dough can be used as a sweet or savory base for most any bread craving you may have. You can really let your imagination run free…rolls, loaves, pizza crust, you name it.

 
 

I was inspired by the bounty of fresh veggies from the Albuquerque Downtown Growers' Market so most of the toppings are local, fresh, in-season picks from my weekly Saturday morning market run. The possibilities are endless for toppings, or you can use many different herbs, spices or even fruits depending on the direction you decide to take your dough. 
 

 
 

With fall just around the corner, I know I plan on spending more time in the kitchen finding as many ways to feel cozy as possible…how about you? For me, the kitchen is definitely the heart of my home. If you are thinking of selling your home or are in search of your dream home (& kitchen), I would be honored to help you in your journey. The housing market in Albuquerque is still going strong. There are beautiful homes for sale & homes are selling for top dollar in record time. If you've been thinking of  buying or selling, contact me or visit NMHouse.com to find out about the many benefits of having the right Realtor by your side. You can also read my 5 Star Zillow Reviews here

 

August 2020 vs August 2019

Thank you so much for taking the time to read my newsletter. I hope you'll be inspired to try a new recipe soon. Speak next month, friend.

Jen Wilson Home Team

(505) 440-1256

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