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Blue Ribbon Secrets

 

 

  • After I was married, I got Grandma's recipe, which included her advice: “The best way to keep this cake is to hide it.”
    - From the creator of the Sweepstakes Sponge Cake
  • Develop a knack for reading a recipe and visualizing just exactly how it is supposed to look and taste. Don't skimp on ingredients-use the best. And don't be afraid to experiment. Add your own special touch to improve a recipe.
    - From the creator of the award winning Yellow Daisy Cake
  • I find the judges' score sheets given to each exhibitor to be a valuable method for improving a product. I can make use of the negative as well as positive comments. I like to bake anytime-and have been known to bake half or all the night during fair time.
    - From the creator of the award winning White Bread
  • When I try out a new recipe, I read it over and over, just like I do with the directions before I cut out a dress. When I have failures, it is usually when I want something just so for company or to give away.
    - From the creator of the award winning Swedish Ginger Cookies
  • My advice to beginning bakers is to have a good oven that bakes at an even temperature.
    - From the creator of the award winning Powdered Sugar Cookies
  • My advice to beginning bakers is to not be afraid to experiment with new recipes and to be fussy about the ingredients you use in them.
    - From the creator of the award winning Sour Cream Coffee Cake
  • My advice to beginning cooks is to get a tried and true recipe, follow it exactly, and branch out from there.
    - From the creator of the award winning Dinner Rolls
  • My advice to beginning bakers is to keep all your ingredients at room temperature and be sure to measure carefully.
    - From the creator of the award winning Graham Bread
  • I like to create and develop new recipes, to improve and change old ones. For ideas, I look through the cookbooks I've collected through the years. It's gratifying to serve and share my creations with my family and friends.
    - From the creator of the award winning Peach Preserves
  • My advice to beginners is to take your time, measure accurately, and always be sure to add that unmentioned ingredient-love.
    - From the creator of the award winning Glazed Sweet Cucumber Pickles