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Ever had more bananas than you know what to do with? Then you'll want to try this decadent banana nut bread recipe. But be warned: with a recipe this delicious you'll need to make extra.

You've got your cake — now what? Take it to the next level with these super-sweet toppings.

Many of us have forgotten about time-honoured ways of preparing food. Read on for wheat breadmaking tips from yesteryear that are still useful in today's kitchens.

These classic homemade Parker House rolls will melt in your mouth. The secret may be the potato.

You can substitute raspberries, blackberries, or blueberries in this recipe. Whatever you choose, you will have a dessert to rival very expensive bakery or deli cheesecake.

Inviting last-minute guests over? Show off your baking chops with these deliciously reliable desserts.

A nutty variation on the cinnamon roll, these gooey, sticky, sensational treats will have them banging down the kitchen door for more.

Start your morning off on a sweet note with scones, biscuits or pancakes. You earned an enjoyable breakfast!

Craving that extra crunch? These potato chip and pretzel recipes should get you through that afternoon slump.

Thick and chewy, top this Italian bread with grilled vegetables and meats, cold cuts, cheese — or just drizzled with a little extra-virgin olive oil. You'll find that homemade is better and cheaper than store-bought.

Baking your own bread is definitely more rewarding than spending the money on grocery brands, but have you tried these unique, lively flavours?

Usher in spring the traditional way: by baking a daffodil cake. This fragrant, delicate sponge cake has swirls of yellow and white in every slice, and is a festive, healthy treat with a light orange flavour. Here's how to make it.

It's been called the staff of life. To be sure, bread symbolizes sustenance, among other things. It also tastes great slathered with peanut butter or dipped in good olive oil. Yet many diet gurus would have you believe that bread is no better than ca

Most scones are made with loads of butter and heavy cream. This recipe skips the cream, cuts way back on the butter, and uses low-fat buttermilk and an egg for richness and flavour without all the fat and calories.

With its emphasis on whole grains and fruit, these recipes could be the ideal dessert. We've replaced the white flour in the typical recipes with whole wheat to make a 100 percent whole-grain topping, and substituted fruit juice concentrate and canol

Stale bread has numerous uses. Try these simple suggestions to turn your leftovers into something delicious, or whizz them into breadcrumbs in a food processor and keep a bag in the freezer.

Swagman's damper is a yeast-free soda bread, traditionally prepared on a camp oven. It's easy to make and very delicious, especially when smothered in butter, corn syrup, or plum jam. Do your tastebuds a favor and give this recipe a try!

Discover the world of kosher bakeries, including the Jewish laws they have to follow in order to be certified kosher and the many benefits (and delights!) of eating kosher.

Once you discover this delicious recipe for English muffins, you’ll have trouble going back to the store-bought version.

Shepherd's pie is traditionally made with lamb (shepherds really did make it!), but ground beef is a popular alternative. To give the beef more oomph, add ground mustard in the mix. A little horseradish brightens things up, too.