Star anise/2 recipes

Bring a bit of Italian heritage into your home this Christmas with these scrumptious cookies that contain a hint of orange.

-Bread Machine CB: A true sourdough starter is nothing more than the flour and milk or water which sits at room temperature for several days and catches live yeast bacteria from the air. Most starter recipes today include yeast as an original ingredient as it is much easier and less time consuming. In addition, many sourdough bread recipes also indicate usage of yeast itself as it does provide a higher rising, lighter loaf. A sourdough starter should be kept in a glass or plastic bowl which has a tight fitting lid. I recommend a bowl instead of a jar as you can "feed" your starter right in the bowl easily.

Fig Newtons # 2 recipe

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My take on this classic Italian belly warming soup.

If you love beans, you will surely enjoy this tasty and delicious soup that's easy to make.

A scrumptious meat loaf that doesn't take a lot to make or eat!