Don’t balk at the idea of putting the classic flavors of carrot cake into bread. It takes a ham sandwich from boring to bodacious, especially if you add a schmear of cream cheese. Makes one large loaf. In a large bowl, whisk together and let sit 5 minutes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Add and stir together well to make a stiff shaggy dough, knead lightly in the bowl, then cover loosely and let rise until doubled . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . → → ¾ c.

Entering cooking contests became a hobby long before our first restaurant in Lubbock, Manna Bread & Wine, became a twinkle in my eye. This recipe for “fun buns,” a bright yellow bread that has the mustard and relish baked in, is a result of one of those contests. No, I didn’t win. I don’t even remember which contest it was for. But try these if you’re having a cookout. They’re cute and tasty and different. Makes one dozen. In a large-ish bowl, whisk together and wait five