PRODUCT REVIEW Hamilton Beach Bread Machine

 

My husband is trying to go gluten-free.  So before Christmas, we were trying to make gluten-free bread. One of our Christmas presents was a Hamilton Beach bread machine.  It has a gluten-free setting.  Nice, right?  So we have made a few items with it.  After all, it is tax season and I am super busy getting my records to the accountant.

My husband has made several loaves of gluten-free bread.  We used the gluten-free setting.  He likes the ease of using the machine.  The bread turned out pretty good.  Gluten-free is a dense bread, so he mainly uses it for toast.  I thought I had a picture, but I guess not.  Sorry.

I tried my hand at it and made raisin bread and pizza dough.   These were not gluten-free.  They turned out great.  So easy.  The machine comes with a booklet that lets you know how to use the machine and how to layer your ingredients for the best results.

As you can see there are quite a few settings on this machine.  What surprised me was the cake setting.  I have not tried that yet, but I am looking forward to doing that.  There is only one small paddle in the bottom of the bread pan.

That one little paddle does the job.  The pan itself is easy to clean.  You are not supposed to put it in the dishwasher because there is a coating on the pan which makes it nonstick.  The dishwasher will ruin that.  You really do not need to put it in the dishwasher as it cleans up so nicely with a little soap and warm water.  Takes only a minute to clean the pan.

As you can see, it has quite a few settings, even jam.  The raisin bread I made was awesome and the pizza dough turned out great and so easy to use this machine.

This machine is a hit in my house.  My husband and I plan to use it frequently.  Not only is it easy and takes very little time to add your ingredients, but clean up is super easy.   Who doesn’t like warm fresh bread?

If you like bread, I highly recommend this machine.

My next review will be on the other Christmas present we received, Food Saver.   We have some awesome children.

Keep it sassy,

Rhonda

from the Sassy Silver Sisters

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Top 10 Pumpkin Desserts

Here are some delicious pumpkin desserts you'll fall in love with. From cheesecake to ice cream you will find a favorite. To find each recipe just click on the title above each photo.

Pumpkin Pecan Cheesecake Recipe

You're sure to draw compliments with this delectable homemade dessert. Gotta love a pecan crust with luscious layers of cream cheese and spiced pumpkin.

Photo credit Taste of Home

Gingerbread Pumpkin Trifle Recipe

A delicious alternative to pumpkin pie and it looks so pretty sitting there in all its glory.

Photo credit Taste of Home

Paul's Pumpkin Bars Recipe

These easy pumpkin bars are full of fall flavor with a moist texture and a decadent cream cheese frosting.

Photo credit All Recipes

Pumpkin Dessert Recipe

This delicious pumpkin dessert proves your Thanksgiving meal doesn't always have to end with pumpkin pie. With a spiced pumpkin filling sandwiched between a cake-like crust and a sweet, crisp walnut topping, your holiday guests are guaranteed to love this pumpkin dessert. Serve with shipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Photo Credit All Recipes

Pumpkin Latte Cheesecake Tarts Recipe

It's hard to resist this pumpkin latte cheesecake recipe. Use extra pretzel crumbs or toffee chips for a garnish. 

Photo Credit Taste of Home

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Pumpkin Whoopie Pies Recipe

I think this year pumpkin whoopie pies will be our dessert.

Photo Credit Taste of Home

Homemade Pumpkin Dessert Pizza Recipe 

This sweet, pumpkin spice pizza uses a thin crust, a pumpkin pie-style topping with a cream cheese drizzle.

Photo Credit Sweetly Splendid

Pumpkin Cream Cheese Dump Cake 

BETTER and way easier than pumpkin pie! This Pumpkin Cream Cheese Dump Cake is the best way to serve pumpkin pie to a crowd!

Photo Credit Your Cup of Cake

Peanut Butter Pumpkin “Fudge”

This would be an interesting dessert for Thanksgiving. Who would have thought peanut butter and pumpkin would go together?

Photo Credit Tasty Co

Homemade Pumpkin Ice Cream Recipe

I love pumpkin ice cream and this looks not only delicious but super easy and quick to make.

Photo Credit Taste of Home

What's your go-to pumpkin dessert recipe? We would love to hear from you in the comments below.

Keep it sassy,

Kelly

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Restaurant Review - Craft and Crust Pizza Tavern Remington Virginia

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  Name of restaurant: Craft and Craft Pizza Tavern in Remington, Virginia

• Date of visit: Thursday, April 21, 2022

  Star rating: ⭐⭐ ⭐ ⭐ out of 5

We recently had lunch together at the Craft and Crust Pizza Tavern located at 204 East Main Street, Remington, Virginia 22734. We arrived around 11:45 thinking we’d beat the lunch crowd. It's a fairly new restaurant and seems to have been widely accepted in the community by their Facebook page. They serve brick oven pizza, along with antipasti, subs, salads, and a kid's menu. Also, local craft beer. 

When we arrived at the location, the parking was readily available on the street. I’m sure on the weekends that would be a problem as the parking on the street is minimal. They have outdoor seating in the front of the building for those who want to enjoy eating outside. CCPT takes up one-half of the building and I believe they are working on adding an extra dining area in the vacant half of the building.  

We walked in and noticed their special of the day board. We weren’t sure whether to wait for a waitress to be seated so we just grabbed a table. The dining area is roomy with farm art on the walls. They had a few TVs on the wall for those sports TV watchers. The kitchen is open in the back and in the front window area is where they have karaoke and live music on the weekends. They had music playing and was not too loud, which is a nice change because most restaurants have music playing and you can hardly hear yourself talk much less others in your party.

 

After waiting a few minutes, the waitress came to our table, gave us paper menus, and took our drink order. I wasn't too thrilled with the way the menus looked, maybe they can put them in a plastic sleeve to make them look more presentable, especially if they make changes often. She offered us the weekly special which was a personal pan cheese or pepperoni pizza along with a side salad. 

We noticed right away the special pizzas named after the local towns in Fauquier County. What a fabulous tribute to the area. 

They do offer gluten-free pizza for an extra charge. The prices for a pizza run from $16 on up. The sandwiches are under $15. The kid's menu items seem pricey at $8. I'm sure if that includes a drink. 

We waited for about 10-15 minutes for our food. Cathy decided on the Crispy Chicken Parmesan Sandwich with red sauce and Sidewinder Fries. Both were very tasty. She had never had those fries before and she really enjoyed them.

Rhonda chose the weekly special. A huge side salad came out first with lots of fresh veggies and Ken’s pouch dressing. The pizza was crispy on the edges with cheesy pepperoni goodness. 

I decided on the C & C Smash Burger with fries. The burger was topped with cheddar cheese, onions, tomato, pickle, and their special sauce. It was a very good burger and I would have it again. The fries were sidewinder fries that reminded me of steak fries but in a curly fashion. They were meaty and with just the right amount of seasoning. The meal was more than enough, I couldn't eat all the fries, what a pity. 

All in all, it was a good experience. You can check them out on Facebook or on their website. You can order online starting at 11am. It doesn't look like they have delivery but you can order and pick it up. 

Contact them by phone (540)439-5157 or email ccpizzatavern@gmail.com

Hours

Sunday - Monday    11am - 8pm

Tuesday - Thursday  11am - 9pm

Friday - Saturday    11am-Midnight

• Our rating system is 1 - 5 stars.

• • 1 ⭐ = Poor. There’s nothing good about the restaurant. We won't be returning.
  • 2 ⭐ ⭐ = Okay. The restaurant has one or two good qualities. It might be a delicious dish, helpful staff, or an inviting atmosphere. Still, you have no interest in visiting again.
  • 3 ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ = Good. A fine example of a specific kind of restaurant. It can be delicious food with excellent service. We may think about returning if we wish to have that particular cuisine.
  • 4 ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ = Excellent. Delicious food, appealing atmosphere, helpful staff, and brilliant service.
  • 5 ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ = Extraordinary. Meets an elite standard by which you judge all other restaurants. The staff is always ready to help, the premises are extremely clean, the atmosphere is lovely, and the food is both delicious and beautifully presented.

• We gave CCPT ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐  because of the menu thing. That just turned me off. The food was wonderful and we would definitely be going back. We do recommend you try it out when you are in Remington.

• Enjoy the video Cathy made for your enjoyment.

Have you ever visited Craft and Crust Pizza Tavern in Remington? Do you have a favorite pizza joint where you live?  We'd love for you to share in the comments below.

Stay sassy,

Kelly

Sassy Silver Sisters

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10 Winter Breakfast Recipes from Taste of Home

***UPDATED 1/27/24***

We all enjoy a great breakfast and I'm all about trying new breakfast recipes. Whether you enjoy a Sunday brunch or you are hunkering down after a winter storm, these breakfast recipes will not disappoint! All these recipes come from Taste of Home. 

You will find links to each recipe above the photos.

Caramel-Pecan Monkey Bread

The kids and big kids alike, get a kick out of pulling off gooey pieces of this delectable monkey bread. It’s hard to resist the caramel-coated treat. 

Caramel-Pecan Monkey Bread Recipe

Sunny-Side Up Pizza

I love to make breakfast pizzas and my family loves it too. Here's a hearty and delicious breakfast recipe you must try.

Sunny-Side-Up Pizza Recipe

Egg Burritos

I make breakfast burritos on a regular breakfast. If you have eggs, tortilla shells and add whatever else you can find to your liking, then you can make these egg burritos.

Egg Burritos Recipe

Mini Nutella Doughnuts

Anything with Nutella sounds good to me. You can make these bites in advance and refrigerate them before frying. Just be sure to bring the dough to room temperature before frying.

Mini Nutella Doughnuts Recipe

Quick Cherry Turnovers

Refrigerated crescent rolls let you make these fruit-filled pastries in a hurry. These would be welcome in my house any time of the day. Feel free to experiment with other pie fillings as well. 

Quick Cherry Turnovers Recipe

Loaded Breakfast Potatoes

Who says baked potatoes are for lunch or dinner? 

Favorite Loaded Breakfast Potatoes Recipe

Baked French Toast with Strawberries

French toast is a crowd-pleaser. This overnight casserole with strawberries and a sweet pecan topping fixes everything.

Baked French Toast with Strawberries Recipe

Waffle Monte Cristos

Waffles packed with turkey, ham, bacon, and apricot preserves have so much sweet, smoky love going on. Use frozen waffles to save time, but have at it if you want to put your waffle iron to good use.

Waffle Monte Cristos Recipe

Cherry Chip Oat Scones

Make these scones with whatever add-ins you would like. Sit down with a cup coffee and enjoy.

Cherry-Chip Oat Scones Recipe

Sausage, Egg and Cheddar Farmers Breakfast

This hearty combination of sausage, hash browns, and eggs will warm you up on a cold winter morning. 

Sausage, Egg and Cheddar Farmer's Breakfast Recipe

Do you have a favorite breakfast recipe and would like to share it with us?  Please comment below 👇 

Keep it sassy,

Kelly

from the Sassy Silver Sisters

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Food and Drink Review of Pringles and French Soda

Recently, on our last YouTube LIVE show, we taste tested Pringles potato chips and French Soda.

The Sparkling French Soda comes in a variety of flavors and Kelly chose the Pear Cardamom. From the Alsace region in France, their soda is made using a traditional artisan recipe starting with natural spring water. Sweet and tart lemon flavor with a hint of pear and aromatic cardamom characterizes this light, crisp drink that's gently carbonated and low in sugar. Price $3.99.

REVIEW:  The soda isn't overly sparkly and it has a light flavor. We thought it to be a refreshing drink. Kelly particularly likes the bottle because it's reusable. Fill it with whatever your heart desires. You can find our YouTube review here.

World Market

Our next product is the Pringles Potato Chips. The Dill Pickle Pringles were a hit with us all. These were bought at Walmart for $1.53. 

Pringles

REVIEW: Right off the bat they smelled like dill pickles and tasted dilly with that sour note that dill pickles have. They weren't overpowered with flavor and we liked that. Click here for YouTube review of the Pringles Dill Pickle chips.

The Pizza flavor Pringles were up next. We don't know anyone that doesn't like pizza and thought these would be absolutely full of pizza flavor.

REVIEW: The chips did not smell like pizza. The flavor was not what we expected, we thought it would have more pizza pizzazz. We weren't overly thrilled with them and probably wouldn't buy them again. See our reaction on our YouTube video here.

We hope you enjoyed our review of the Pringles and French Soda. Have you had any of these products? We'd love to hear your thoughts.

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Kelly

Sassy Silver Sisters 

Cathy, Rhonda & Kelly

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