Author: Jeana Marie

Friendly Bake Shop, Frankfort, NY

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Now and then I post about places that I frequent. This one is one of my absolute all time favorites. I have been going to this bakery since 1992 and has been in the family for over 50 years. This place has created so many great memories for me just because of having their baked goods over the years. Places like this you can’t duplicate, especially in today’s times.

This is a little bakery called Friendly Bake Shop and is nestled in the heart of the Village of Frankfort located in upstate New York’s Mohawk Valley. This is their 4th generation of spreading love through their baked goods.

They truly show their love for what they do through their products. The recipes haven’t changed one bit. No preservatives or additives, just pure homemade awesome tasting donuts and bread.

The donuts literally melt in your mouth and the bread is indescribable. All you need is a pat of butter on a slice of that wholesome goodness and you are in heaven.

If you are ever driving this way through the Mohawk Valley, this place is definitely worth trying. You won’t regret it.

Leftover Salt Potato Cheesy Goodness

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I get bored of eating the same thing, not every day but even once a month. I love taking leftovers and turning them into a first time recipe. For instance, salt potatoes. All though they are so good, sometimes you just need to change things up a bit. So I took leftover salt potatoes, cut them up into small pieces and put each one in a muffin tin. I drizzled olive oil on top, sprinkled cheddar cheese, and Italian seasoning.

Ingredients

  • 1 – 12 Cooked salt potatoes, 1 for each muffin tin slot(however many you want to make)
  • 1 tbsp of cheddar cheese
  • a drizzle of olive oil(I prefer Specially Selected Sicilian Extra Virgin Olive Oil) a GREAT product for the price)
  • 2 shakes of Italian seasoning

Blueberry Crumble – Gluten Free

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Okay, so here is the deal. When I search for a recipe I actually dread clicking on some of the sites because of the advertisements. When you hit the “Jump to Recipe” button, it rolls you down to the recipe but then there are all those popup ads which I despise. But I also know that is how some of you make money. I totally get it!

So, when I post my recipes, I like to get right to it. If I describe anything at all besides the recipe itself, it will be a quick 1 min read or less.

Today, my dog sitter dropped off some fresh picked blueberries. I can’t even begin to tell ya’ll how delicious they are. I kept 2 cups out for the crumble and the rest I froze.

I hope you enjoy this recipe. Please leave a comment if you tried it!

Ingredients

  • 1 2/3 cup Bob’s Red Mill Flour 1:1
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 1/4 tsp baking powder
  • 1 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2/3 cup sugar 
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 3/4 cup butter (12 tbsps)
  • 3 tbsp milk of choice or additional butter(I used half and half)
  • 2 cups blueberries
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch 
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup(I didn’t have pure so I used regular and I added 1 tbsp spoon of vanilla extract) 

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350 F.
  • Mix the first 5 ingredients
  • Stir the first 7 ingredients, then add your room temp butter and half and half or milk(If using unsalted butter, add an additional 1/4 tsp salt.)
  • Press about half of the dough very firmly into the bottom of an 8 inch pan lined with parchment paper.
  • Spread the blueberry mixture on top of the dough.
  • Sprinkle all remaining dough evenly over everything.
  • Bake 50 minutes.
  • You can either serve hot with a dollop of ice cream or you can let it cool completely.

Estimated Nutrition Facts (per serving, assuming 12 servings):

Calories: 220 kcal, Total Fat: 11 g, Saturated Fat: 6 g, Trans Fat: 0 g, Cholesterol: 30 mg, Sodium: 90 mg, Total Carbohydrates: 30 g, Dietary Fiber: 2 g, Sugars: 15 g, Protein: 2 g, Vitamin D: 0.2 mcg, Calcium: 20 mg, Iron: 0.6 mg, Potassium: 80 mg

Listen to what they’re saying(1 minute read)

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If you’re thinking about giving up, this is your sign to keep going. No matter who or what gets in your way don’t stand down. If your own thoughts are deterring you from what you need to get done, change your train of thought.

There’s no one on this earth that can stop you from doing what’s best for you. Occasionally, outside factors may creep in and try to alter your thoughts and beliefs. That’s when you have to listen to the vibes that your heart and gut instincts are sending you. They’re connected. Listen to them.

Life is only as complicated as we make it. Keep it simple. ~ jg