Best 3 Grandmas Chew Bread Recipes

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Grandmas chew bread, also known as molasses chew bread or molasses brown bread, is a traditional sweet and moist bread that has been enjoyed for generations. Originating in the Southern United States, this delectable treat is characterized by its chewy texture, rich molasses flavor, and the addition of warm spices such as cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this article will guide you through the steps of creating the perfect grandmas chew bread, ensuring a delicious and heartwarming experience that will bring back memories of grandma's kitchen.

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GRANDMA'S CHEW BREAD



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A southern style bar cookie loaded with brown sugar and pecans. Relax in the afternoon and chew on some of these.

Provided by Loretta

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Bar Cookie Recipes

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound brown sugar
4 eggs
2 cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F ( 200 degrees C ). Grease a 15x10x1 inch jellyroll pan.
  • In a heavy saucepan combine the sugar and eggs. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat, stir in the flour, salt, vanilla, and pecans.
  • Spoon mixture into the prepared baking pan and bake for 15 minutes in the preheated oven. Cool and cut into squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 204.8 calories, Carbohydrate 36.3 g, Cholesterol 41.3 mg, Fat 5.6 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 87.5 mg, Sugar 24.9 g

GRANDMA'S ANYTHING GOES STRATA



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Grandma knew how to make a hearty meal out of leftover bits of bread and cheese. This recipe is meant for riffing, so use any type of cheese, leafy greens, meat or bread you happen to have on hand.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Butter or nonstick cooking spray, for greasing pan
6 large eggs
1 1/2 cups milk
1/2 cup half-and-half
Pinch of ground nutmeg
Pinch of cayenne pepper
Kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3 handfuls dark, leafy greens such as spinach, arugula or baby kale, chopped (about 1 cup packed)
1 cup diced salty deli meat, such as Canadian bacon, ham, or cooked bacon
8 ounces (about 2 1/2 packed cups) leftover bread torn into 1-inch pieces, such as English muffins, bagels or sourdough bread
3/4 cup shredded mild melting cheese such as Gruyere, provolone or Gouda

Steps:

  • Position a rack in the center of the oven and preheat to 350 degrees F. Grease a 1 1/2 quart baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
  • Whisk the eggs, milk, half-and-half, nutmeg, cayenne, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper together in a large bowl. Fold the greens, meat, bread and 1/2 cup of the shredded cheese into the mixture. Pour into the prepared baking dish and top with the remaining cheese.
  • Cover with foil and bake for 35 minutes. Uncover and bake until the strata is puffed, golden brown at the edges and set in the center, about 15 minutes more. Let cool 10 minutes before serving.

GRANDMA'S MOLASSES BREAD



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"We converted some bread recipes from my husband's grandmother for use in the bread machine," writes Jeannie Thomas, Kokomo, Indiana. "This dark, slightly sweet bread is great toasted."

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 3h5m

Yield 1 loaf (about 1-1/2 pounds).

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup warm milk (70° to 80°)
2 tablespoons butter, softened
2 tablespoons molasses
1 egg
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
2-1/2 cups bread flour
4-1/2 teaspoons sugar
1/2 cup rye flour
1/4 cup whole wheat flour
2-1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast

Steps:

  • In bread machine pan, place all ingredients in order suggested by manufacturer. Select basic bread setting. Choose crust color and loaf size if available. Bake according to bread machine directions (check dough after 5 minutes of mixing; add 1 to 2 tablespoons of water or flour if needed).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 249mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients. This will make a big difference in the taste of your chew bread.
  • Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing will make the bread tough.
  • Let the dough rise in a warm place. This will help the bread to develop a good flavor and texture.
  • Bake the bread at a high temperature. This will give the bread a crispy crust.
  • Let the bread cool completely before slicing. This will help the bread to hold its shape.

Conclusion:

Chew bread is a delicious and versatile bread that can be used for a variety of purposes. It can be made with a variety of ingredients, and it can be baked in a variety of ways. With a little practice, you can make delicious chew bread at home. So next time you're looking for a new bread recipe to try, give chew bread a try. You won't be disappointed.

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