Photo credit Yann Caradec Bastille Day is the name used by just about everyone except the French to describe their National Celebration. Similar in phrase to USA’s 4th of July, France has the 14th of July. It’s a dual holiday that celebrates the anniversary of the storming of the Bastille on 7/14/1789 and also the […]
14th of July or “Bastille Day” if you are not French
The Brownie: Its Rich American Beginning
Few Americans have made it through life without tasting a brownie but most have no idea that it is an American culinary creation. A history that is intertwined with the nations longest continually operating hotel: The Palmer House of Chicago, IL. As the story goes, Potter Palmer, a business man aiding in the development of […]
Why is Salt Iodized?
There are so many choices of salt on the shelf–pink, red, gray, black, sea, kosher. . . and finally iodized. Salt (sodium chloride) whether it is mined or evaporated from deposits all around the world can have varying amounts of iodine in it–so why do we add more later? Worldwide, iodine deficiency is […]
The Incredible, Edible Egg
Some of our mixes contain eggs as we strive to deliver the most complete high quality mixes to your kitchen. Most people know that eggs pack a nutritious protein punch but a few of these facts below may surprise you! A Dozen Egg Facts An average large egg contains 70 calories, 5 grams of fat, […]
Strawberry Rhubarb Galette
Prepare ahead Sturdiwheat’s Galette Crust Mix as directed for 1 crust. Mix together the following… 2 Cups diced 1/4 “- 1/2” Fresh Rhubarb 2 Cups diced 1/4″- 1/2″ Fresh Strawberries 1/2 Cup Granulated Sugar 2 tsp. Lemon Juice 1/2 tsp. Ground Cinnamon 2 Tbsp. Flour Spoon fruit mixture onto a 12″ rolled out Sturdiwheat Galette Crust […]
Simple Rhubarb Crisp and More
What is Rhubarb? Rhubarb refers to the commonly found plant or stalks of the plant depending on who you talk to from the family Polygonaceae and genus Rheum. There are many cultivars out there to choose from, most stemming from a few strains grown as vegetable crops in England and Scandinavia. Love Rhubarb? Love the stalks […]
Strawberry Rhubarb Shortcake!!
At the first sign of spring we run to the garden to check on the rhubarb patch! It’s growing like crazy and then we wait for the strawberries…they are blossoming and June is right around the corner. Our favorite Shortcake with Strawberry Rhubarb sauce is always a hit for a summer […]
Rhubarb Ginger Lemon Cake
Your guests will want two pieces it is soooo good!! You will need: 1 Sturdiwheat Ginger Lemon Cake Mix 1 Cup Melted Butter (2 sticks) 1 1/3 Cup of Water 2 Cups Chopped Fresh Rhubarb (or frozen drained) 1 Cup Granulated Sugar 1 pint Heavy Whipping Cream Follow directions on package for Sturdiwheat’s Ginger Lemon […]
Reuben Sandwich
Sturdiwheat’s Dark Caraway Rye Bread Mix (developed by Ruth Raich) with all the Reuben fixings! Sturdiwheat’s Reuben Sandwich 8 slices of Sturdiwheat Dark Caraway Rye Bread 1/4 lb. Sauerkraut 1/2 cup Russian dressing (recipe below) 1/2 lb. Pastrami 1/2 lb. Swiss Cheese 2- 3 Tbls. Garlic Butter Russian Dressing 1/2 cup Mayonnaise 2 1/2 Tbls. […]
Fried Pickles at Home!
If you love the State Fair Fried Pickles… try Sturdiwheat’s Coating Mix on them at home!! Sturdiwheat’s Coating Mixes are not just for fish or chicken…try it on some of your garden harvest! Follow this easy recipe. Fried Pickles Heat frying pan over medium heat with 2 TBLS olive oil (Add more oil as needed) Beat 2 eggs until […]
Cobbler or a Crumble… Pan Dowdy or a Grunt…Crunch or a Crisp! What’s your “go to” dessert?
Get your fruit on!! Fruit…it is great fresh, but oh so sweet to bake with! You’ll find many options at your local Farmers Market, the produce aisle at your local grocer, or beautiful orchards and wineries in the area, fruit abounds! We LOVE fresh fruit, and sharing fun and creative ways to bake with it. […]
Blueberry Cream Cheese Dessert
OMG! This Blueberry dessert is amazing! I was looking for a dessert recipe with blueberries. I had some blueberries in the freezer to use (before we pick fresh this year and fill the freezer again) and ran across an old stand by. Buttery shortbread style crust topped with a sweetened cream cheese layer and a […]
Sounds corny… it is!!
It’s Corny…and we love them! You will thank us for this! Fresh Sweet Corn added to our tasty Sturdiwheat Corn Pancake Mix! Start with Studiwheat Corn Cakes Pancake Mix Cook fresh sweet corn and cut kernels off the cob (you can use heated canned or frozen corn too) Heat griddle In a medium […]
Raspberry Picking?
These red berries are so tasty right from the moment they are picked… but you will want to save some for your pancakes, cereal or your favorite dessert! There are so many varieties of raspberries. Our friends had over 10 varieties in their not so small garden! From the summer bearing to the golden and fall berries. They all […]
Bread Baking made easy!
If you are just learning to bake bread or a seasoned baker, we have some tips that will help you! The temperature of the water you add should be between 80 and 90 degrees. (too hot will kill the yeast) Use a liquid measuring cup that is transparent and place it on a level surface […]
Tap in to Maple Syrups!
Spring is in the air and it is Maple Syrup time! This is the time of year as kids we would go watch them make Maple Syrup at our local “Sugar Bush”, have pancakes and sample some maple sugar candy. Mmmmmmm one of the first signs of spring! […]
Strawberries, June Berries, Everbearing or Day-Neutral
Ahhhh…strawberry season is here. We are not the only ones that love these sweet little berries, get them before the birds! If you have them in your garden you know you have to check them everyday! It is amazing how fast they ripen in this warm weather. Planting, growing and harvesting strawberries…The Farmers Almanac can tell you everything you need to know! We have […]
Buckwheat Galette Crust Mix
Strawberry Rhubarb Buckwheat Galette for the win!! If you love Buckwheat you are going to LOVE this Galette Crust Mix! Like our Buckwheat Pancake Mix this is the perfect mix for the best Buckwheat flavor! We use premium grains and GMO FREE ingredients. We filled it with a Strawberry Rhubarb mix, and blueberries are tasty too! We […]
Shrove Tuesday, Fat Tuesday, Mardi Gras…PANCAKE DAY!
Why Pancakes Are A THING on Fat Tuesday! All variety of flapjacks are a traditional dish on Fat Tuesday, also known as Shrove Tuesday. We LOVE ’em! But why the pancake? “The term Mardi Gras is French for “Fat Tuesday”, referring to the practice of the last night of eating richer, fatty foods before the ritual fasting […]
Fried Green Tomatoes or Red!!! Delish!
Fried Green (or red) Tomatoes! If you love fried tomatoes…try Sturdiwheat’s Seasoned Fish Coating on them! Died and gone to heaven…they are really good! ENJOY more of your tomatoes! I grew up with my Mom’s recipe using crushed crackers into crumbs…well I have been converted! Our friend Julie turned us on to Sturdiwheat’s Coating Mixes for our tomatoes, red or green, […]
Give ’em the Raspberries!!
Ever heard the term “Give ’em the Raspberries!! Yes, we are showing our age… you put your mouth firmly against a patch of skin and blow. Creating a sound like you know what… YUP…you got it! Or you can give them the real thing…because fresh raspberries are in season! Anyway…we love the fruit…and we serve it […]
Summer Storage Solutions
Do you often wonder how to store your flour and dry mixes in the hot summer months? Though most homes are air conditioned and remain a comfortable temperature during the summer, we would prefer to open the windows and let the fresh air in! So how do we keep our pantry items as fresh as possible? Here […]
French Galette (Savory Crepe) or Buckwheat Crepe
Bastille Day Celebration! We received this great recipe for a Buckwheat Crepe. Thank you to Beth for sharing this traditional crepe recipe from the Brittany region of France where her husband is from. He has tasted crepes from around the world and has found our Buckwheat Pancake Mix to very authentic tasting. They have developed […]
Sturdiwheat Swedish Pancakes and Felix Lingonberry Preserves!!
Uffda – You say Swedish…we say Sturdiwheat Swedish Pancakes and Felix Lingonberry Preserves Still celebrating Midsummer? How about Swedish Pancakes, with some Lingonberry Preserves, roll them up and top with fresh whipped cream! Fresh and light they remind us of summer!! Have your family help plan a meal from grocery […]
Sugar Cookie Day
It’s a day for sugar cookies. Plain, frosted or top with a sweetened cream cheese and fruit! Who doesn’t love a sweet sugar cookie and a cold glass of milk in the heat of the summer? Sturdiwheat’s Sweet As Sugar Cookie Mix makes baking so easy, just combine the package of ingredients with some […]
Fried Chicken Day!
Don’t just fry chicken grandma’s way…coat with Sturdiwheat Coating Mix…then fry! Our coating mixes make for an easy DIY dinner! Click here for the recipe and directions for pan fried chicken tenders. They also make great oven baked potatoes and fried tomatoes. Oh and don’t forget to try them on fried pickles! We have even tried […]
Star Spangled Brownie Pie!
Thanks for this recipe from Red Wing Stoneware Company! Star Spangled Brownie Pie Ingredients: For Brownie Crust 2 – 18 oz. packages Sturdiwheat Chocolate Truffle Brownie Mix 2 sticks melted butter (1 cup) 1 cup water For Cream Cheese Frosting and Toppings 8 oz. cream cheese at room temperature (1 package) 1/4 cup sugar […]
Midsummer Celebrations!
What is Midsummer all about? Reading this article in Real Scandinavia and learning more about the tradition of Midsummer just makes us want to celebrate! We can all be Swedish this weekend…right? Everyone needs a little summer celebration after the winter and this rainy Spring. If you are Swedish (or just want to celebrate something) you will want […]
Strawberry Shortcake Day!
Fresh Berries and Shortcake! YUM!! Sturdiwheat Shortcake Mix, add some fresh strawberries and don’t forget the Whipped Cream!! Sturdiwheat Shortcake Mix is the perfect way to whip up an easy and delicious dessert. Prepare Sturdiwheat Shortcake Mix as directed. Serve warm or cooled. Slice off the top of shortcake – […]
Father’s Day Gifts!!
Presto’s Cool-Touch Electric Griddle makes a great Father’s Day Gift! In the kitchen or on the patio, Dad will be proud cooking pancakes, eggs and bacon on this electric griddle. Ceramic Nonstick Surface Slide out drip tray removes for easy cleaning. 10 1/2″ x 20″ cooking surface. Griddle is fully immersible with the […]
Peanut Butter Cookies
It’s National Peanut Butter Cookie Day! We were just talking about baking cookies and what do you know it’s a cookie holiday!! So we decided to get out our Sturdiwheat Original Pancake Mix and make some cookies to celebrate. Oh and of course June is dairy month so serve them with a milk chaser! 1 – Cup Peanut […]
Win Win For Dad!!
Want to WIN a Presto Waffle Bowl Maker for Dad this Father’s Day! E-mail us or place an order by June 10th, 2018! We will enter you to win! This Presto Waffle Bowl Maker is not only fun to make waffles in they turn out beautiful and are delicious!! CONGRATULATIONS!! Our Winner was Jim from […]
Spring Produce
Look for asparagus, sugar snap peas, radishes, mushrooms and ramps. Sturdiwheat’s Galette Crust Mix is a perfect pairing for your spring bounty!! Try a new dish this spring and summer. If you don’t have a garden find your local farmers market and grab some asparagus, mushrooms and ramps! Then hit up your local grocer for some feta cheese or mozzarella balls. OMG our […]
Chocolate Chocolate Chip Cupcakes!!
Yes… chocolate chocolate chip cupcakes!! We are finding so many recipes you can substitute some of the ingredients with our pancake mix. Recipe hacks we love! These choclatey cupcakes are made with our Sturdiwheat Original Pancake Mix. They are light and full of chocolate gooeyness. MMMM…grab a glass of milk, these are delish! 1 1/2 Cup Sturdiwheat Original […]
Who said Chicken and Waffles? We sure did!
Yes, we climbed on the bandwagon! Don’t knock it ’till you try it! Have some fun with this for dinner tonight. We just couldn’t believe this tasted so good. No need to dine out for this combo! Team up our delicious easy Sturdiwheat Waffle Mix and our Cajun Coating Mix for this creative and tasty meal. Hey no problem […]
Need a boost for spring? Oh… we mean for more winter! Elderberries!!
Winter is just hanging on a little longer. We are getting some warm day teasers here in the Midwest but then we wake up to another blast of snow and January temperatures!! We know spring is around some corner but we just haven’t found it. If you escaped the winter without a cold or the […]
What is Ghee?
Ghee is a class of clarified butter according to Diffen. This is a great website to compare just about anything!! Diffen explains the difference between Ghee and clarified butter. Clarified butter is prepared by melting butter and allowing all the ingredients to separate by density. The water in the butter evaporates, milk solids sink to […]
Banana Almond Pecan Muffins
Wow!! These are delish!! So we just can’t stop making some kind of banana muffins or bread. Paul’s recipe for the Buckwheat Banana Muffin started the wheels turning here at Sturdiwheat. We are on a roll with these pancake/muffin recipes! This one you’ll love too… and don’t be afraid to add in some additional nuts if desired. […]
Banana Bread
Sturdiwheat makes baking banana bread easy! A shout out to Paul Drotos for putting his baking hat on. He mixed up a batch of Buckwheat Banana Muffins and has us hooked on them! So why not try it with the Sturdiwheat Original Pancake Mix. YES… it’s a winner!! Sturdiwheat Pancake Mix can be used to make […]
Air Frying!!
Yes, we had to try it! It’s the latest craze along with the electric pressure cooker! (which we love also) Today we tried chicken tenders…yum!! Way less oil and easy clean up! We started with: Fresh Golden Plump Chicken Tenders 1 Egg 1/2 cup water Sturdiwheat Coating Mix You’ll need a little oil and we chose an […]
Air fried potatoes!!
Oh yeah! Next on our list for the air fryer was potatoes! And they didn’t disappoint. Nicely seasoned and very tender and in only 15-20 minutes! Want to try them, we have some tips. You’ll need… 3-4 medium potatoes cut into 1 1/2 inch cubes (optional soak in water for 30 minutes) 2 TBLS. vegetable oil or […]
Banana Super Speedy Muffins
Thank you to Paul Drotos for sharing these muffins and his recipe with us and they have Buckwheat Pancake Mix in them! They are delicious and easy! 2- Ripe Bananas – mashed to equal 1 cup 1/3 Cup Brown Sugar 1/3 Cup Oil 1 Egg 1 Cup Sturdiwheat Buckwheat Pancake Mix Preheat oven to 350 degrees […]
International Pancake Day, Mardi Gras, Fat Tuesday, Shrove Tuesday!!!
It’s International Pancake Day, Fat Tuesday, Mardi Gras or Shrove Tuesday! Tuesday February 13th Bold North Favorites…Sturdiwheat Pancakes! Save up to $15.93 today only on any 8 Sturdiwheat Pancake Mixes International Pancake Day, Mardi Gras, Fat Tuesday, Shrove Tuesday!!! All four terms refer to the same day – the day before the beginning of Lent. Pancakes are associated with […]
Pizza Crust
Pizza Crust 1 bag of Sturdiwheat Golden Grain, Whole Wheat or Garlic Basil Bread Mix Makes 2 – 12” x 17” pizza crusts Directions: Make bread as directed on package by hand or on dough cycle of bread machine, Let rise an hour. (We just read about a pizza crust making tip… roll it […]
How do you choose the right pumpkin for pie and carving?
Do you know about all the different Pumpkin choices? There are pumpkins for the best pie and then ones just for carving! OMG!! Our go-to site for information is Minnesota Grown! You can find out more about choosing the best pumpkin! For carving: Look for a firm pumpkin that still has a 1 to 2 […]
Apple Picking Time!
A trip to the orchard is a perfect fall family event! A Sunday drive to your local apple orchard and picking your favorite apple is a must. The crisp fall air, the sun shining through the trees which were once a lush green are now turning bright yellows, oranges and reds. The smell of fresh apples at the orchard […]
Blueberry Trivia!!
Trivia!!! Blueberries are ready! Over 200 million pounds of blueberries are grown every year in North America. Michigan and New Jersey produce 66% of all the blueberries in the United States, followed by North Carolina, Oregon and Washington. (2010) Did you know…..that early American colonists made grey paint by boiling blueberries in milk. The […]
Bastille Day – July 14th
Bastille Day is the name given in English-speaking countries to the French National Day, which is celebrated on the 14th of July each year. In France, it is formally called La Fête Nationale (French pronunciation: [la.fɛt.na.sjɔ’nal] ; The National Celebration) and commonly Le quatorze juillet (French pronunciation: [lə.ka.tɔʁz.ʒɥi’jɛ] ; the fourteenth of July). It commemorates the 1790 Fête de […]
Lemon Bars
Summer is here! Sturdiwheat’s Shortbread Mix makes the perfect crust for any bar. Prepare Sturdiwheat’s Shortbread Mix as directed on package and pat into a 9×13 baking dish. Bake crust for 15 minutes at 350 degrees. Beat together: 4 eggs 2 cup granulated sugar 1 tsp. baking powder 5 TBLS Fresh lemon Juice Dash of salt Pour […]
Shortbread with Strawberries and Ice Cream!
Oh such a great summer treat! Mix up a package of our Shortbread Mix as directed and bake. Let cool and cut into serving size pieces. Serve each piece with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and fresh strawberries! OMG!! Our first picking and we are in Strawberry heaven!
Taco Waffle Bowl
1 Package Sturdiwheat Corn Cake Pancake Mix 1 lb. Ground Beef 1 Package Taco Seasoning 2 Tomatoes Chopped 1 Onion Chopped 2 Cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese Optional: Sour Cream, Guacamole or Salsa Brown Ground Beef and add Taco Seasoning to taste. Prepare Corn Cake Pancake Mix as directed on package and pour 1 cup prepared mix into […]
Rhubarb ready!!
Rhubarb – fruit or vegetable? The Rhubarb is looking good here in the Midwest! We do need a little bit more sun and some warmer temps. (It was 40 degrees this morning with snow showers…but is only April 27th…haha) Some Rhubarb tips: If your rhubarb was frozen during our recent Midwestern cold snap, […]
Asparagus and Mushroom Galette or Flatbread
Foraging or from your garden! Asparagus, Morels, Onions, Ramps… Start with fresh Asparagus and Sturdiwheat Galette Crust Mix or Sturdiwheat Italian Snack Bread Mix (Flat Bread) Mix Sturdiwheat Galette Crust Mix or the Italian Snack Bread Mix as directed on package for 1 crust and refrigerate for 4 hours. Do ahead tip: Make the Galette dough […]
Wild Ramps and Morels too!
Ramp up your pancakes, waffles, galettes or flat bread with Ramps and Wild Morel Mushrooms! Discover something new this spring and go foraging for ramps (Allium tricoccum). Ramps are a sure sign of spring. They are an early spring vegetable commonly know as spring onions, or wild baby leeks, their flavor is similar to a […]
My Sturdiwheat Story – By Jennifer Brigham
I stink at baking. No, really. I’ve never made homemade bread or cake or anything yummy like that. Not since, as a child, I helped my mother in the kitchen, that is. Too much measuring, too precise, no creativity involved. I’m just not a rule follower that way! So, what does a non-baker do when […]
Easter Cut Out Cookies with Icing
Bright…fun…and adorable! Sturdiwheat’s Sweet As Sugar Cookie Mix makes cut out cookies easy! Mix Sweet As Sugar Cookie Mix as directed on package. Cover dough and place in the refrigerator for 1 hour or more. Remove from refrigerator and let dough sit on the kitchen counter for 1 hour or until soft. Cut dough in half and […]
Asparagus Announces Spring!
Fresh asparagus—It must be Spring! Asparagus sprouts are in the stores. A perennial plant native to Europe, asparagus is steamed or roasted to serve simply, or layered or rolled into pastry and then baked to tenderness. In Germany, some sprouts are not allowed to green by keeping a mound of dirt over the growing shoots […]
Why Rye? Flavor and Health Benefits Abound!
Bruce Ause, Red Wing, MN naturalist, photo of Rattlesnake Bluff – ripe winter rye Whole grains, and variation, are great building blocks for making sure your carb intake is healthy. Rye is just one of the many whole grains that has benefits we often don’t think about. The Whole Grains Council lists many beneficial attributes, […]
Monster Cookies
These cookies will be everyone’s favorite, parents and kids alike. Monster Cookies 2 cups Sturdiwheat Cereal 1 cup flour 8 1⁄2 cups rolled oats 4 tsp. baking soda 1 cup butter 1 3⁄4 cups peanut butter 2 cups sugar 2 1⁄4 cups brown sugar 6 large eggs 1 Tbsp. vanilla 2 Tbsp. corn syrup 2 […]
Holiday Cheese Ball
“Holiday Cheese Ball” Holidays or sports parties you will love this! Serve with Sturdiwheat Limpa Sweet Rye Bread. It is easy, beautiful and tastes amazing! You can make this a day or two ahead of time…keep in the refrigerator and it is ready when your guests arrive. Double […]
Rising with Rye – Limpa Sweet Rye Bread Mix and Easy Dinner Rolls too!
Rising with Rye Easy Sturdiwheat Dinner Rolls! For your next holiday dinner try these amazing Limpa Sweet Rye Dinner Rolls. Sturdiwheat Limpa Sweet Rye Bread Mix to the rescue at https://www.sturdiwheat.com/ Follow the easy instructions on the Sturdiwheat Limpa Sweet Rye Bread Mix bag for the conventional oven method through step 2. Then follow the directions […]
Ruth Raich – My Sturdiwheat (And Jenny Lind!) Story
My Sturdiwheat Story Guest Blogger Ruth Raich You may know me as a local baker, owner of the Jenny Lind Bakery since 1990. I have been in different locations starting in Stockholm Wisconsin and all the way up the Great River Road (along the Mississsippi River) to Red Wing, Minnesota. My most recent stint (2005-2012) […]
Almond Pecan Butter Sauce
St. James Hotel Almond Pecan Butter Sauce •10 oz. butter, whole •4 oz. sugar, granulated •2 cups heavy whipping cream •1 1⁄4 tsp vanilla extract •3 oz. pecan pieces •3 oz. almonds, sliced In a saucepan, mix 2 oz. of butter (cut the remaining butter into cubes and set aside, to finish the sauce) with […]
Hot Rum Sauce
Hot Rum Sauce ⅓ cup butter 1⅓ cup brown sugar 6 ounces evaporated milk ¼ cup dark Karo syrup 3 tablespoons hot water 1 tablespoon rum flavoring or ⅛ cup dark rum Melt butter, then turn off heat and add sugar, milk, and syrup. Mix thoroughly. Turn heat back on and add hot water. Stir […]
Hacking Salt by Christopher Lower
Low Sodium Pumpkin Pancakes By Christopher Lower, Author & Chief Salt Hacker at HackingSalt.com Fall is a busy season in my household. We have a high schooler and two in elementary school. Add into that mix sports and activities, and you have a household on the go. As a parent, I am always looking out […]
Cinnamon and Sugar Tarts!
Pass along the tradition! We made these easy tarts growing up with my grandma and my mom. Now my daughter is making them too! Look at these great Minnesota shaped tarts out of pie crust trimmings and sprinkle with cinnamon and sugar. Sturdiwheat has a great *Galette Crust Mix that you can use just for […]
Pumpkin Bars
So good you can almost smell them through the picture! There is 1 cup of Sturdiwheat Pancake mix in these bars making them the best pumpkin bars you will ever make. 1 cup Sturdiwheat Original Pancake Mix 1 cup all-purpose flour 2 tsp. baking powder 2 tsp. cinnamon 1/2 tsp. cloves 2 cups sugar 2 […]
Happy Birthday to our National Parks
You’re invited! If you live in, or visit, our fabulous United States, you’ve been invited to share in the centennial celebration of our national parks. August 25 marks the 100th birthday, and boy, have we got some beauties! Some of the things we LOVE about our rich parks heritage are: time with family, friends, gorgeous […]
Black Bean and Corn Cornbread
Kick it up with this Black Bean and Corn Cornbread! Fresh sweet corn is ready so add it to some of your favorite recipes. Ruth came up with this recipe and it is delish! 1 Pkg Sturdiwheat Cornbread Mix – GMO Free 1/4 Cup of Soft Butter 1 1/4 Cup of Water 1 15oz. Can […]
Waffle Shortcake!
This is crazy creative and looks amazing!! Pam and her family love to go camping! She is so creative and uses her waffle iron for cooking so they do not have to turn the oven on and heat up the camper! Sturdiwheat Shortcake Mix is easy. Just add water and butter. Preheat waffle iron and […]
Cheers!! Let’s have a beer…or bake with one!
Tipping one or baking with one…it all has to be good right? The surprising health benefits of drinking beer we all want to know! For quick baking Sturdiwheat’s Beer Bread is easy and delicious! Learn more about the benefits of beer from this article in the Telegraph. Researchers at the Mediterranean Neurological Institute in Italy […]
New Pricing Will Roll Out July 15
Effective July 15, our prices will increase approximately $1.00 per product. We know this may be an unwelcome hit to your grocery budget. Be assured that we remain dedicated to using only the best ingredients in the Sturdiwheat products you love. As the costs of premium all-natural ingredients have consistently gone up, we’ve put this increase […]
Strawberry Shortcake – How Do You Like Yours? Some History
Strawberry shortcake is a summer favorite. So fresh, sweet and yummy. There are so many varieties, too! Biscuit Type This is the type of strawberry shortcake some of us remember our grandmother making with buttermilk biscuits, either drop or the kind you spread the dough out and cut like big, soft cookies. Fresh out of […]
My Sturdiwheat Story: Camp Cooking With Cliff Jacobson
Cliff Jacobson, a well-known local canoe camping guide and author of multiple books on paddling, camping and camp cooking, weighs in. He LOVES our handy 6-ounce waterproof pancake mix packages for backcountry cooking. Here is what he says: I discovered Sturdiwheat products about 20 years ago, and I’ve been using them and loving them ever […]
What to do with all your rhubarb!
So much Rhubarb you don’t know what to do with it? We at Sturdiwheat just love the stuff. Read our favorite rhubarb stories and recipes here! “As kids we would go out to the rhubarb patch with some sugar in the bottom of a coffee cup, pull a rhubarb stalk, dip it in the sugar […]
Foraging, Hunting Morels Part 2
Hunting Morels PART 2 (Click HERE for PART 1, our April 26 Blog.) Now you found some Morels! What do you do with them? Have you heard that you should never run water over mushrooms? I disagree. The depressions that create that famous look (and hold butter and seasonings so well!) also hang onto sand […]
My Sturdiwheat Story: Brian Klawitter, Catfish Guide and Sturdiwheat Fan
There are two little known secrets in Red Wing, Minnesota. The first secret is the great fishery in Red Wing’s front yard. Well, maybe some have heard it’s one of the best walleye fisheries in the upper Midwest but few know it for it’s Trophy Flathead Catfish and Lake Sturgeon fishing and even fewer know that I […]
Cinco de Mayo – South of the border with Sturdiwheat Corn Cakes
South of the Border Breakfast Whether you are celebrating Cinco de Mayo (click HERE for a history of this holiday), or just love a great alternative for breakfast, we suggest Sturdiwheat Corn Cakes. They are easy to make, and so flexible. Corn cakes with chili. Corn cakes for breakfast with maple syrup. Corn cakes with guacamole. Corn […]
National Oatmeal Cookie Day – April 30th!
Remember Grandma’s Oatmeal Raisin Cookies? Rest assured these will be one of your favorites also! Sturdiwheat has done the work! All you have to do is add water and butter. Mix and drop by spoonfuls onto a cookie sheet and bake. You will need: 1 Package Sturdiwheat Oatmeal Raisin Bar Mix 1/2 Cup Softened Butter […]
Foraging Springtime Morels In Minnesota
Introducing a timely guest blog on foraging morel mushrooms. In about 10 days, it should be prime morel hunting in Sturdiwheat’s hometown of Red Wing, MN. Thanks, Mike, for sharing your knowledge and these helpful links. As you know, we love wild mushrooms on our galette crust, recipe HERE! FINDING SPRINGTIME MORELS IN MINNESOTA 101 […]
National Pecan Day
Who doesn’t love a reason to be nutty? Pecans and Pancakes?? OH YES…we are a little nutty sometimes!! Make your own from scratch http://abc7chicago.com/food/national-pecan-day-pancakes/648171/ or make them easy with Sturdiwheat Almond Pecan Walnut Pancake Mix. You Decide! Pancakes are just not for breakfast. Good to know, right? Sturdiwheat’s Almond Pecan Walnut Pancake Mix with Almond Pecan […]
Fresh Peach Cobbler
Mmmmmm….Love this peach cobbler using our own Sturdiwheat Shortcake Mix. 1 Sturdiwheat Shortcake Mix (Easy – you will need 1 stick of melted butter and 1/2 cup water) 8 Fresh ripe peaches – peeled and pitted – slice in wedges. ( See note below for substituting canned peaches) 1/4 Cup White Sugar 1/4 Cup Brown Sugar […]
Breville Pizza Maker
Breville Crispy Crust Pizza Maker BPZ600XL Brick oven results at home!! We tested this Pizza Maker with Sturdiwheat Bread Mixes for the pizza crust and it was a hit! Features: Countertop pizza maker gives you professional brick-oven results, right in your own kitchen. Dual heating elements on the top and bottom of the oven heat […]
Irish Soda Bread
Irish Soda Bread – OH THE LUCK! Sturdiwheat Bump Top Beer Bread Mix 2 tsp Caraway Seeds 1 tsp baking soda ½ cup raisins 1 ¼ cup Buttermilk 2 eggs Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease 9” round baking dish. In bowl combine Sturdiwheat’s Bump Top Beer Bread Mix, Caraway Seeds and Baking Soda. Add […]
Beer Bread with a kick!
Kick up your beer bread! Start with Sturdiwheat’s Bump Top Beer Bread Mix and add any of the below ingredients with the beer before stirring. Bake as directed. Dill Beer Bread – Add 1 TBLS Dried Dill or 3 TBLS Chopped Fresh Dill Onion Beer Bread – Add 2 Chopped Green Onion Chive Beer Bread – Add […]
Cinnamon Raisin Bread
Sturdiwheat Whole Wheat Cinnamon Raisin Bread Ingredients: 1 Sturdiwheat Whole Wheat Bread Mix ¼ Cup Brown Sugar 2 tsp cinnamon ½ Cup Raisins, soaked in hot water for 10 minutes, drained, and patted dry. Vegetable Oil Spray Instructions: Prepare Sturdiwheat Whole Wheat Bread dough according to conventional oven directions through Step 3. Lightly spay a […]
Corn Bread with Caramelized Onions and Apples
– 2 T Butter – 1 Medium onion, thinly sliced – 2 Medium apples, thinly sliced – 1 T Crushed rosemary (2 T if using fresh) – 1 tsp salt – Freshly ground pepper – Be generous – 1 Bag – Sturdiwheat Midwest Cornbread (Mixed as per instructions w/butter and water) Preheat oven […]
Grilled Peach Shortcake
Grilled Peaches with Mascarpone Cheese 3 Fresh Peaches 3 Nectarines 1 ½ Cup Raspberries 1 Tbsp. Orange Juice 2 Tbsp. Honey ¼ Cup Coconut ¼ Cup Slivered Almonds 1 Cup Mascarpone Cheese ½ tsp. Vanilla 4 Tbsp. Honey 1 Tbsp Cream Cut peaches and nectarines in half, remove pits and grill on griddle. Place […]
Berry Tartlets
Blueberry Tartlets! These are amazing and absolutely a dessert your friends will talk about! Ingredients: Sturdiwheat Galette Mix 1 ½ cups 12 T Very Cold Butter 6 T Cold Sour Cream Blueberry Jam (options-Felix Lingonberry Preserves, Raspberry Jam, Orange Marmalade, or any fruit filling) Egg White Sparkling or plain sugar Measure 1 ½ cups Sturdiwheat […]
Fruit Pizza
Brunch or a special event. These personal fruit pizzas are a hit! Sturdiwheat Sweet As Sugar Cookie Mix or Sturdiwheat Shortbread Mix 2 – 8 oz. packages Cream Cheese softened ½ Cup Sugar 1 tsp. Vanilla 2 cups diced strawberries, kiwi or any of your favorite fruits. 1 cup whole blueberries or small blackberries. Mix Sturdiwheat’s […]
Flag Fruit Torte
4th of July Holiday Dessert…Impress your guests! 1 Sturdiwheat Sweet as Sugar Cookie Mix 1 8-oz pkg cream cheese, softened 1/4 cup powdered sugar 1 T vanilla 4 oz frozen whipped topping Fresh Blueberries, rinsed and dried Fresh Strawberries, rinsed, dried, and quartered Banana, sliced 1/4 cup sugar 1/4 cup water 2 tsp orange […]
Kale Galette
Kale and Sturdiwheat Galette Mix A spring garden favorite. Delicious as an appetizer or a side dish! You will need… Sturdiwheat Galette Mix (1/2 of package) prepare as directed on package Do ahead tip: Prepare morning of or 4 hrs before assembling for more tender crust. Remove from refrigerator and let sit at room temperature for […]
Strawberry Raspberry Bundt Cake
Berries, berries and more berries! You will need: 1 package Sturdiwheat Raspberry Bundt Cake Mix 2 Sticks of Melted Butter 1 1/3 Cups of Water 1 1/2 Cups Chopped Strawberries Preheat oven to 350 degrees. grease and flour a 10 Cup Bundt Pan. In large bowl combine… 1 package Sturdiwheat’s Raspberry Bundt Cake Mix Fold […]
Strawberry Lemon Corn Bread
Tangy lemon corn bread with fresh strawberries! You will need… 1 Package Sturdiwheat’s Lemon Corn Bread Mix 1/3 Cup Butter Softened (for corn bread mix) 1-1/4 Cup Water (for corn bread mix) 1 Cup Chopped Fresh Strawberries 1/2 Cup Sliced Fresh Strawberries (for top) Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease 9×9 baking dish* […]
Fresh Asparagus Galette
Easy and Fresh Asparagus Galette! You will need: 1/2 package Sturdiwheat Galette Crust Mix Toppings: 1/2 Cup diced Red Onion 2 Cloves of Garlic minced 10 Asparagus Spears (wash, snap off tough ends and pat dry) 1/4 Cup Crumbled Feta Cheese 1/2 Cup Mozzarella Cheese Pearls (or shredded) 1/4 tsp Ground Black Pepper 1/2 Cup Fresh […]
Asparagus Corn Bread
Asparagus and Sturdiwheat’s Midwest Corn Bread Mix! 1 1/4 Cup chopped 1/2 ” pieces of Asparagus (reserve the head end for the top of Corn Bread) 1 Package Sturdiwheat Midwest Corn Bread Mix. Mix Sturdiwheat’s Midwest Corn Bread Mix as directed on package with butter and water. Fold in chopped asparagus. Pour into ungreased 8″x 8″ baking […]
Strawberry Rhubarb Cobbler
2 Cups diced 1/4 ” Fresh Rhubarb 2 Cups diced 1/4″ Fresh Strawberries 1/2 Cup Granulated Sugar 2 tsp. Lemon Juice 1/2 tsp. Ground Cinnamon 2 Tbls. Flour 1 Package Sturdiwheat Shortcake Mix Mix all together and spoon into a 9″ baking dish. Blend Sturdiwheat Shortcake Mix according to package directions and drop by spoonfuls on top […]
Lemon Glaze
Easy Lemon Glaze 2 Cups Powdered Sugar Zest of 1 Lemon 3 TBSP. Lemon Juice Mix and drizzle over cooled cake, cookies or bars.
Chocolate Truffle Brownie Brittle
Chocolate Truffle Brownie Brittle From the kitchen of Pam Horlitz in Red Wing, MN 1-Package Sturdiwheat Chocolate Truffle Brownie Mix 1-Stick of butter (melted) 1-Cup of Water 1-Cup Chocolate Chips (or see options below) Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line 2 cookie sheets with parchment paper and spray with cooking spray. In a […]
Rhubarb Sauce with a Touch of Strawberries (Just Like Grandma’s!)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter 4 cups chopped rhubarb add ½ cup strawberries (Variation: use more strawberries & less rhubarb) 3/4 cup white sugar In medium saucepan, melt butter over med/high heat. Stir in rhubarb and sugar and continue to cook, stirring constantly, until tender, 5 to 10 minutes. If you need to thicken it mix 1 Tbsp. […]
Southern Corn Bread Dressing
Southern Corn Bread Dressing Our Midwest Corn Bread makes this an excellent addition to your holiday table. Or – Just your everyday side dish! 8 Cups cubed prepared corn bread – (Sturdiwheat Midwest Corn Bread Mix) 8 Tbls unsalted butter 2 Cups chopped onion 1 Cup chopped celery 1 Red bell pepper chopped 1 Green bell […]
Easy Dinner Rolls!
Easy Sturdiwheat Dinner Rolls! For your next holiday dinner try these amazing Limpa Sweet Rye Dinner Rolls. Use any of our Sturdiwheat Bread Mixes – Golden Grain White Bread Mix, Whole Wheat Bread Mix, Baguette Bread Mix, Garlic Basil and Ole’s Wild Rice!! All so delicious! Sturdiwheat Bread Mix to the rescue at https://www.sturdiwheat.com/ Follow […]
Triple Lemon Muffins
These tasty citrus muffins can be for a breakfast on the go or a treat any time of day. You will need:
Welcome to The Grain Bin!
This is the place to read about everything Sturdiwheat and stay up to date on happenings here in Red Wing, MN. There will be talk about new products, recipes, nutrition information, ideas, and the incredible benefits of Sturdiwheat cereals, pancakes, bread, and other products. There will be information about our hometown, Red Wing, (Named One of the […]
Shortcake Recipe Contest
Win $100. Get your creative juices flowing. Send us your individual recipe for that special shortcake. Submit entries by email to [email protected] Please put “Recipe Contest” in the subject of the email. Include your name and phone number. Must use Sturdiwheat Shortcake Mix Must use fresh fruit First 50 entries are eligible Entries must be […]
Easy Chocolate Truffle Brownie Cookies
You will need: 1 bag Sturdiwheat Chocolate Truffle Brownie Mix 1/2 c. butter 1/2 c. water Directions: —Combine brownie mix with water and butter and refrigerate dough for 30 min. —Preheat oven to 350 degrees —Drop by spoonful or cookie scoop on parchment paper lined cookie sheet —Bake at 350 degrees for 8-10 minutes (rotate […]
Why is it called “whole wheat” flour?
The “whole” in whole wheat flour refers to the fact that the whole kernel of the grain of wheat including its three major parts–the bran, the germ, and the endosperm is used in the milling process and retained in the final flour product. Refined flours strip away one or more of the three main parts […]
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