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On 15 May 2006 at 13:09, Jo wrote:
> I grew up eating butter and cherry kuchen's from Heitzman's Bakery in
> Louisville, KY. The pastry is round like a pie and has a buttery
> syrupy filling in the middle so when you cut into it oozes out
> everywhere and the bread part is like bread. I did a search in the
> achieves and saw that someone wrote to you back in 2001 about butter
> kuchen are there any updates since that time or can you find me the
> recipe that the Heitzman's Bakery uses in Louisville, Ky?
>
> Jo
>
Hello Jo,
I have searched for butter kuchen recipes from Louisville, KY bakeries
such as Heitzman's bakery, Mann's Bakery, and Stover's bakery many times.
No luck. They don't give out their recipes, and no one has exactly copied
any of them.
There is a butter kuchen recipe from a Louisville newspaper below:
Phaed
Butter Kuchen
3/4 cup milk
1/4 cup butter or margarine
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon salt
2 packages active dry yeast
1/2 cup warm water
2 eggs
5 cups bread flour
Scald milk and add butter, sugar and salt. Dissolve yeast in warm
water and add to milk mixture. Beat in eggs, then beat in flour.
Cover and let rise until double, about an hour. Divide into 5 pieces.
Roll out into desired shape. Place in 9-inch cake pan and let rise
30 minutes.
Butter topping: Beat together 1 cup sugar, 3 eggs and 1/2 teaspoon
vanilla. Slowly beat in 1 cup of oil; add oil too fast and the
mixture will curdle. Heat on top of stove until hot and pour on
crust after it rises the second time. Bake 25 minutes at 375 degrees.
Cherry kuchen: Heat 1 can dark cherry-pie filling on top of the stove.
Spread on crust after it rises the second time. Bake 20 minutes at 375
degrees.
Cheese kuchen: Mix 2 cups cottage cheese, 1 egg and 1/2 cup sugar in
a blender until creamy. Heat slowly until warm. Pour on crust after
second rising and sprinkle cinnamon on top. Bake 25 minutes at 375
degrees.
Apple coffeecake: Peel and thinly slice 3 apples. Sprinkle with cinnamon,
nutmeg and sugar to taste. Roll the dough into a rectangle after it
rises the first time. Place on a cookie sheet. Fill center of dough with
the apple-cinnamon-nutmeg-sugar mixture. Dot with margarine. Cut dough
on both sides of the mixture into 1-inch-wide strips. Bring the strips
into the middle of the dough to form a crosshatch pattern. Tuck in the
ends. Bake 20 minutes at 375 degrees.
Tea ring: Roll dough into a rectangle about 2 1/2 times longer than
wide. Place on a cookie sheet. Sprinkle with cinnamon and sugar.
Dot with margarine. Starting with the long side, roll the dough in
a spiral to enclose the cinnamon filling. Join the ends to form a
circle. Use scissors to cut nearly through the dough at 1-inch intervals.
Pull the sections up and out to form a larger circle and expose the
spiral interior. Let it rise until about double in size. Bake 15 minutes
at 375 degrees.
Sugar glaze: Cream 2 tablespoons softened butter and add about 1/2 cup
confectioners' sugar, beating until well combined. Add another 1/2 cup
confectioners' sugar, a dash of salt, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract and
1 1/2 tablespoons milk, more or less, so you can drizzle the glaze onto
your coffeecake or sweet rolls.
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On May 15, 2006 you got a request for a Butter Kuchen from Louisville KY.
I found this one and thought you might be interested.
Butter-Kuchen
This is probably as close as you will get to Heitzman's recipe.
Sincerely, Crystal
For more Butterkuchen recipes, see:
Oozy Butter Kuchen
St. Louis Butterkuchen
On 14 May 2006 at 19:14, Krishna wrote:
>
> Dear Phaedrus,
>
> Greetings again from India!
>
> Well, we're in the middle of mango season here, and I had a few
> questions for you...
>
> First of all, I had a question about mangos in general. I was
> wondering how many varieties of mangos are there, and which type is
> considered to be the best? Here in India, Alphonso mangos are
> considered supreme, but I remember years ago when I was in Taipei
> during mango season the "Golden" mangos were best...they were
> huge...maybe four times the size of a regular mango, and with a very
> small pit, and very golden on the inside.
>
> Secondly how about some interesting mango recipes? We regularly make
> mango icecream here...but I was wondering about something more
> interesting...like pie, cake, jam or some even savory things. Also,
> how about Major Grey's sweet mango chutney recipe?
>
> I hope that's not too much to ask!
>
> Thanks again!
>
> Krishna
>
Hello Krishna,
Lots of information here, but it's a good request.
There are dozens of mango recipes on these sites, and three chutney recipes and one jam recipe below.
Fresh Mangos
Mango Recipes
More Mango Recipes
Recipezaar
Food Down Under
Mangos originated in East India, Burma and the Andaman Islands bordering
the Bay of Bengal and have been cultivated for over 4,000 years. Around
the 5th century B.C., Buddhist monks are believed to have introduced the
mango to Malaysia and eastern Asia. Persian traders then took the mango
into the middle east and Africa, and from there the Portuguese brought
it to Brazil and the West Indies. The name 'mango' is derived from the
Tamil word 'mangkay' or 'man-gay'. When the Portuguese traders settled
in Western India they adopted the name as 'manga'. Mango cultivars
arrived in Florida in the 1830's and in California in the 1880's.
Today there are over 1,000 different varieties of mangos throughout
the world. These varieties are derived from two strains of mango seed -
monoembryonic (single embryo) and polyembryonic (multiple embryo).
Monoembryonic hails from the Indian (original) strain of mango,
polyembryonic from the Indochinese.
The Mango tree is sacred in India. It is a symbol of love and it is
believed by some that a Mango tree can grant wishes. In the Hindu
culture hanging fresh mango leaves outside the front door during
Ponggol (Hindu New Year) and Deepavali is considered a blessing to
the house. Mango leaves are also used at weddings to ensure the couple
bear plenty of children. The birth of a male child is celebrated by
hanging mango leaves outside the house.
The vitamin content of a mango depends upon the variety and maturity
of the fruit, when the mango is green the amount of vitamin C is higher,
as it ripens the amount of beta carotene (vitamin A) increases. Mangoes
are high in fiber and also contain an enzyme that aids the digestion of
meats. Unlike apples, the skin of a mango is not eaten. It can irritate
the digestive tract.
The world's leading mango producer is India, but India exports very
little of their crop because most of it is consumed within the country.
The top mango exporters reported in 1997 are as follows in order:
Mexico, Brazil, South Africa, Haiti, Guatemala, Venezuela, Peru,
Nicaragua, Dominican Republic.
The peak season for mangos is May through September. To ripen a mango,
place it in a paper bag at room temperature, checking on it daily to
prevent over-ripening. Store ripe mangos in the refrigerator for up
to 5 days. Half-ripe mangoes are best for cooking, as they hold their
shape better. Mango chutneys often use half-ripe mangoes.
In India, the favored variety of mango out of over 250 varieties
grown is the alphonso. Other popular varieties include paayri,
malgoba, dasheri, langda, tothapuri and baingan palli. Each has its
own taste and aroma.
Phaed
Major Grey-Style Chutney
This chutney tastes similar to the store bought mixtures sold with
a Major Grey description or brand. Its flavour is reminiscent of the
condiments English Colonists learned to love during their time in
India and the Middle East
4 cups (1000 ml) prepared mango, about 5-6 medium
1 cup (250 ml) brown sugar
1 cup (250 ml) apple cider vinegar
1 cup (250 ml) chopped yellow onion
3/4 cup (175 ml) golden raisins
1/2 cup (125 ml) lime, seeded, chopped
1/2 cup (125 ml) grated gingerroot
1/2 cup (125 ml) peeled, seeded & chopped orange
1/2 cup (125 ml) molasses
1/4 cup ( 50 ml) peeled, seeded & chopped lemon
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp (15 ml) mustard seed
1 tsp (5 ml) dried pepper flakes
1 tsp (5 ml) ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp (1 ml) ground cloves
1/4 tsp (1 ml) ground allspice
2 tbsp (30 ml) finely chopped fresh cilantro
Peel, pit and coarsely chop mangos. Measure 4 cups (1000 ml).
Place 6 clean 250 or 236 ml mason jars in a boiling water canner;
fill with water, bring to a rolling boil. Boil SNAP Lids 5 minutes–not
longer–to soften sealing compound.
Combine mangos, sugar, vinegar, onion, raisins, lime, gingerroot,
orange, molasses, lemon, garlic, mustard seed, red pepper flakes,
cinnamon, cloves and allspice in a large stainless steel or enamel
saucepan. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Boil gently, stirring
occasionally for 30 minutes. Add cilantro during the last 10 minutes
of cooking time.
Ladle chutney into a hot jar to within 1/2 inch (1 cm) of top rim
(headspace). Using nonmetallic utensil, remove air bubbles. Wipe
jar rim removing any stickiness. Center SNAP Lid on jar; apply screw
band securely until fingertip tight. Do not overtighten. Place jar in
canner. Repeat for remaining mango chutney.
Cover canner; return water to a boil. Process –boil filled jars –
10 minutes.* Remove jars. Cool undisturbed 24 hours. Check jar seals.
Sealed lids curve downward. Remove screw bands; wipe and dry bands
and jars. Store screw bands separately or replace loosely on jars,
as desired. Label and store in a cool, dark place.
Makes about 6 - 250 or 236 ml jars.
At altitudes higher than 1,000 ft (305 m) increase processing time as
indicated below.
Boiling Water Canner - Altitude Adjustments
Altitude
Feet (Meters) Increase Processing Time
1,001-3,000 (306-915) - 5 minutes
3,001-6,000 (916-1,830) - 10 minutes
6,001-8,000 (1,831-2,440) - 15 minutes
8,001-10,000 (2,441-3,050) - 20 minutes
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Mango Chutney
The San Mateo Times. 6/26/90
Yield: 4 Servings
6 Mangoes; peeled and cut in strips
1 qt Apple cider vinegar
2 c Granulated sugar
2 c Dark brown sugar
2 c Chopped onion
6 Cloves garlic; minced
4 tsp Cracked black pepper
1/2 tsp Salt
2 tsp Hot red (cayenne) pepper
1 Tb. cinnamon
1 Tb. minced fresh ginger root
1/2 tsp Ground cloves
2 tsp Ground allspice
2 tsp Ground mustard seeds
1 c Raisins
1 c Carrots
3 lb Granny Smith apples; peeled, cored and chopped
Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and store overnight in the
refrigerator. The next day, put the mixture in a large, heavy pan.
Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes or until
syrupy. Let cool, then refrigerate and use within a few days.
Or, for longer storage, ladle boiling-hot chutney into hot, clean
pint or half-pint canning jars, leaving 1/4 inch head space. Seal
the jars with new two piece canning lid, according to manufacturers
directions and process in boiling water bath for 10 minutes. Cool,
label and store the jars. Makes 4 to 6 cups.
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Mango Chutney
Like Major Grey's--only cheaper.
8 slightly green mangoes, peeled and cubed
2 cups cider vinegar
1 box raisins
1 1/4 cups light brown sugar
1/4 lb. blanched almonds, sliced
1/4 cup fresh ginger, chopped fine
1 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons mustard seeds
1 cup onions, chopped
1-2 red or green bell peppers, chopped
2-3 jalapenos, seeded and minced
Combine all ingredients. Bring to boil. Simmer about 1 hour or
until very tender. Pack in sterilized jars. Process or keep refrigerated.
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Mango Jam
Servings 9 cups
Ingredients
2 tbsp. lemon juice
7 1/2 cups sugar
1 bottle liquid pectin
4 cups mango puree
Directions Put mango puree into saucepan. Add sugar and lemon juice.
Mix well. Bring to a full rolling boil and boil for 1 minute, stirring
constantly. Remove from heat and stir in pectin, all at once. Skim off
any foam with a spoon. Ladle into hot sterilized jars and seal with lids.
On 14 May 2006 at 11:51, Sue wrote:
> Dear Uncle Phaedrus,
>
> Please could you help? I am looking for a recipe to make some yummy
> Wellington Squares. These have a biscuit base, a caramel/toffy
> topping smothered in a covering of chocolate. It is a recipe to die
> for!
>
> Thank you for your help. I look forward to hearing from you.
>
> Sue
>
Hello Sue,
I could only find one recipe. See below.
Phaed
Wellington Squares
Ingredients :
1/2 lb. butter
2 1/2 c. flour
1/2 c. sugar
Pinch of salt
Filling:
4 oz. butter
2 tbsp. Karo syrup
1/2 tsp. vanilla
4 oz. brown sugar
1 can Eagle Brand condensed milk
Preparation :
Cream sugar and butter, add salt and flour, mix until dough
forms. Press into ungreased jelly roll pan. Bake for 25 minutes at
350 degrees and cool. Put butter, sugar, syrup and milk in pan,
stir over low heat until sugar is melted. Bring mixture to boil,
stirring continuously. Boil for 7 minutes. Add vanilla. Beat well
and pour over cooled base. When cool, melt 1 bag chocolate chips
and spread over top.
This is the torte Issy wanted. It's called Blitz Torte, or bisque
torte. You can use any drained fruit, fresh or canned in place of
the pineapple. I hope you can forward it to her. My Mom used to
make this as my Dad's birthday cake. It is really good!
Pineapple Blitz Torte
350° Oven 25-30 minutes
Ingredients:
1/2 c. sugar
1/2 c. shortening
1/8 tsp. salt
4 egg yolks
1 tsp, vanilla
3 Tbps. milk
1 cup sifted cake flour
1 tsp. baking powder
4 egg whites
3/4 c. sugar
1/2 c. sliced,blanched almonds
1 Tbsp. sugar
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 pint heavy cream
1 small can crushed pineapple
cherries
Beat: 4 egg yolks. Set aside.
Cream: Shortening, beating in sugar and salt.
Add: Egg yolks, vanilla and milk.
Sift: Flour and baking powder and add to shortening mixture.
Spread the above mixture in 2 greased 8" cake pans.
Beat: Egg whites until very light,adding 3/4 c.s ugar gradually.
Spread the egg white mixture on top of the egg yolk mixture in
both pans
Sprinkle with blanched almonds, 1 Tbsp. sugar & Cinnamon.
Bake in a 350o oven for 25 to 30 minutes.
Let cool in pan about 10 min. Then remove to cake racks.
After cake is thoroughly cooled place one layer on a cake plate.
Top with 1/2 of the Pineapple-Whipped Cream mixture (See Below).
Place the second layer on top and spread with remaining Pineapple
mixture.Decorate with rosettes of Whipped Cream topped with a
cherry on each rosette.
Pineapple-Whipped Cream Mixture
Thoroughly drain the can of crushed pineapple.
Whip the heavy cream.
Fold the Pineapple gently into the Whipped Cream.
Burundi Recipes
Bananas with Beans
From Cookbookwiki
Ingredients
500 ml dried red kidney beans
4 green bananas or plantains
2 tbsp palm oil
1 small Onion, thinly sliced
1/4 tsp salt
hot pepper to taste
Directions
Soak beans for 3 hours, then boil in water for about 30 minutes,
or until tender. Drain. Peel and chop bananas. Heat the oil and
brown the onions. Add beans, bananas, salt and hot pepper and
stir-fry for 2 minutes. Add 4 cups water. Simmer until bananas
are cooked and about 250 ml liquid is left. Serve hot.
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Boko Boko Harees (Wheat Paste Food)
From Cookbookwiki
Ingredients
3 teacups of whole or half ground Wheat
3 Chicken breast
3 pairs of Chicken gizzards
2 onions 1 big (grated/cut into tiny pieces) and one small
(sliced and shredded)
3 tablespoons turmeric paste/puree
5 tablespoons Sugar
5 cups water
6 heaped teaspoons of ghee
2 teaspoons salt
Directions
Soak Wheat and leave Wheat in water for 3 hours. Boil Wheat, Chicken
breast and big (grated) Onion in 3 cups of water. Add 1 tea spoon of
salt and keep cooking on low fire. On another side of the cooker make
sweet turmeric sauce. Cut Chicken gizzards into small pieces and boil
with 3 spoons of turmeric paste/puree in 1/2 cup of water, add a pinch
of salt and 3 table spoons of Sugar. Leave the sauce to cool. Once
Wheat is thoroughly cooked, take out the Chicken breast, they should
also be well cooked by now to the point that they almost start to shred
when you just touch them. Cut Chicken breast into small pieces and shred
well. Put the Chicken back into the bowl of Wheat and start to stir.
By now the Wheat you are cooking should have started turning into a
thick paste. Add 2 to 3 spoons of ghee and keep stirring until the
shredded Chicken is evenly distributed. The heaviness or thickness of
Wheat paste should almost feel like dough when kneaded and ready for
baking. If the paste is too hard add a little water. Once ready, take
off from fire and cover the Wheat paste. On one side of cooker, take
a small frying pen and fry the small (shredded) Onion in 3 to 4 spoons
of ghee. Keep stirring until onions turn red and crispy.
Serving: The turmeric sauce with pieces of Chicken gizzards is served
in one small bowl. Deep fried onions with all the ghee are also poured
into another bowl and put on the table (allow a few minutes to cool but
not solidify) Boko boko is served while still warm (not hot, you could
end up badly burnt). One may choose to either eat it with the fried
onions (where by one also adds the ghee that is with the onions) or one
may choose to eat boko boko with the turmeric sauce.
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Date and Banana Mix
From Cookbookwiki
Ingredients
250 g butter
200 ml Sugar
2 eggs
500 ml flour
1 pinch salt
10 ml baking powder
4 bananas
250 g dates
15 ml melted butter
5 ml cinnamon
30 ml Sugar
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Directions
Preheat oven to 180°C.
cream butter and Sugar together until light and fluffy.
Beat the eggs in one at a time.
Add the flour, salt and baking powder and mix well.
Place half the mixture onto a greased 9 x 13 baking dish.
Cover the dough with banana slices and chopped date pieces.
Place the remaining dough over as a topping.
Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
Remove from oven.
Brush the melted butter over the top while still hot.
Mix cinnamon and Sugar and sprinkle over the top.
ready to serve
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