Find a Way... In Montana!

Hello everyone!

For all my previous customers in Blacksburg, Virginia, I have relocated to Dixon, Montana. I'll likely be out west until November-ish.

For new customers, thanks for viewing this blog for Find a Way Bake and Crochet!

I started this baking endeavor while I was attending school (got my degrees in Human Nutrition and Agricultural Sciences) at Virginia Tech, selling bagels and breads and such out of my apartment. Since I started working at Fialky Farm in Dixon, Montana, I've been selling my baked goods at the Clark Fork Farmers Market... and loving it!

I love meeting and talking with you guys about the products and getting your feedback. So, please, if you have any suggestions (that means you, New Yorkers!), don't hesitate to pass them my way.

Most of you have probably bought only my bagels or shortbread at the market. I sincerely hope you have enjoyed those and will possibly branch out to my other concoctions, such as pitas, honey wheat hamburger buns, and breads. If you'd like to make sure an item is at market, feel free to special order it by Thursday night. You can pick from any item at the bottom of this post.

If you're viewing this page, I most likely gave you one of my bagel business cards (so cute, right?) with my email address on it. Use this to contact me, please! Just in case: schultz.jessica.vt@gmail.com

A note on ingredients:

You'll notice on the left side of the page that I tried to use my best judgment in sourcing my ingredients while I was in Virginia. It is no different in Montana. I try to procure local, organic ingredients whenever possible. This is the real deal. I'm trying to embrace Montana in my cooking as much as my lifestyle. Here is a list of my most commonly used ingredients and their sources:

Wheat Flours (whole and all-purpose) --- Wheat Montana (purchased at Muralt's)

Organic Sugar --- purchased at Costco

Organic Jalapenos --- Good Food Store or Fialky Farm when in season

Organic Polenta/Cornmeal Mix --- Good Food Store

Organic, Fair Trade Chocolate Chips --- Good Food Store

Organic Raisins --- Good Food Store

Montana Homegrown*** Eggs --- Fialky Farm (Dixon, Montana)

Montana Homegrown Garlic Scapes --- Fialky Farm

Montana Homegrown Lavender --- Fialky Farm

Montana Homegrown Rosemary --- Fialky Farm

Montana Homegrown Sage, Thyme, Oregano --- Fialky Farm

Montana Homegrown Dried Tomatoes --- Fialky Farm (2011 season)

Montana Homegrown Dried Peppers --- Fialky Farm (2011 season)

Butter --- Kalispell Creamery (purchased at Good Food Store)

Yeast --- Red Star or sourdough grown at Fialky Farm

Poppy Seeds --- Collected around Dixon, Montana by Pattie Fialkowitz (Fialky Farm)

Sesame Seeds --- Eats Health Food Store in Blacksburg, Virginia

Cheddar Cheese --- Tillamook (Oregon, I believe)

Onion Flakes --- Good Food Store

Honey --- Good Food Store

***Check out their pledge and other farms using this type of practice here: http://www.homegrownmontana.org/pledge.html

Special Order Menu

Bagels (half doz @ $7, doz @ $13)

Plain

Sesame
Poppy Seed
EverythingHerb
Rosemary and Dried TomatoGarlic Scape & OnionChocolate Chip
Cherry Almond
Jalapeno Cheddar
Cinnamon Raisin


Shortbread Sheepies (75 cents each)
Rosemary
Lavender

Whole Wheat Pitas (4 @ $5, 6 @ $7)

Honey Wheat Burger Buns (4 @ $5)


Sammich Loaves ($5)
Wheat

Parmesan & Peppercorn

Herb

Rosemary and Dried Tomato

Back to School! And the Kitchen!

Heya!

I'm back in town and ready for orders! Please note some items may not be on the menu due to seasonality. Conversely, some additions have been made, too. With school starting up again, I've been a bit slow in the recipe development and pricing, so please be patient with me :]

Also, don't forget to order your direct trade and locally roasted coffee from Spoke 'n' Beans: http://www.spokenbeans.com/static/index.html.

They can deliver your goods via bike on Sundays and Mondays as well, for a 10% fee. Of course, you can still pick them up or try to track me down on campus!

GLUTEN-FREE

Gluten Free Peanut Butter Cookies (currently working out price, but feel free to order.. that might actually get me in gear!)

BREADS (Herb/Flavor choices include: Rosemary, Oregano, Thyme, Sage, Garlic)

Whole Wheat Pitas (SO LEGIT. They even have pockets!) (currently working out price, but feel free to order)

Sammich Loaf:
French ($4)
Honey Whole Grain ($5)
Herb ($4)
Avocado + Sunflower ($7)
Maple Walnut ($6)
50/50 Whole Grain (add any choice of herbs, $5)

Round Loaf:
French ($4)
50/50 Whole Grain (add any choice of herbs, $5)
Avocado + Sunflower ($7)
Maple Walnut ($6)

Sub rolls (4 for $4): Rosemary, Thyme, Oregano, Sage, Garlic, Plain, Herb

Honey Whole Grain Burger Buns or Dinner Rolls (6 for $5)

Bagels:
Whole Grain (Wheat and Oat)
Plain
Sesame
Herb
Garlic & Onion
Chocolate Chip
Espresso Chocolate Chip
Cherry Chocolate Chip
Cherry Almond
Maple Sugar Apple
Jalapeno Cheddar
*Special Flavor: Asiago and Pine Nut (add $1 for every 2 bagels)
(4 for $4, 6 for $5; minimum of 2 per flavor)

Bagel Sandwich Rolls: made extra chewy like a bagel, but in a roll convenient for sammiches (6 for $5; must be all same flavor)

Surprise Bread! ($6)

DESSERTS

Apple Pie $15
Rosemary Shortbread Sheepies: $2.50; available in quantities of 6 cookies
Lavender Shortbread Sheepies: $2.50; available in quantities of 6 cookies
Lemon Shortbread Sheepies: $2.50; available in quantities of 6 cookies
Lemon Bars: 1 sheet for $10

Holiday Baking

                                           Legit Pumpkin Cheesecake!

Recipe Development for the New Year & Spoke 'n' Beans!

Hey everyone!

I just wanted to keep you in the loop--I'll be back in Blacksburg January 8th. The week before classes, I'm going to be working on developing some new recipes (I made a killer pumpkin cheesecake over break) and reworking some older ones to reflect ingredient price changes and seasonality. I just got a standmixer for Christmas, and I'm SUPER EXCITED to start using it, too.

Also! I just partnered up with Spoke 'n' Beans (http://www.spokenbeans.com/static/index.html). You can now place bakery orders through me, and they'll deliver them to you by bike! Just indicate you'd like delivery by Spoke 'n' Beans when you post your order. Be sure to order some of their fair trade coffee or even farmers market items, too! I'll be making some of their mason jar covers for sale as well!

As always, THANKS SO MUCH FOR YOUR SUPPORT! Happy holidays!

Jessica

New Menu Items, Plastic Baggie Request, & Open Orders!

Hey Everybody,

First of all: I NEED BAGS! If anyone *coughCORYcough* has extra produce bags or twist ties or baggies from the bulk section at Eats or wherever---PLEASE BRING THEM TO ME. This helps me keep costs as well as plastic waste low. As of right now, no customers have nut allergies, so it'll be okay if it contained nuts once upon a time.

You can place an order any day of the week. I only ask that you give me at least 2 days to make it (for example, order on Wednesday for pickup Friday). I get a notification when anyone posts and will send a confirmation email when I get it.

Would anyone be interested in sweet breads like Apple or Banana Walnut? I intend to buy the fair trade bananas from Eats. Also, what about Donuts? Put a response in your post.

A note on the peaches: they will be local as long as my store of frozen holds out. If anyone has frozen local peaches and wants to make a trade, let me know!

ALSO also, if you ever want to give a baked good as a gift, I can wrap it up for you and make it nice and pretty for small charge, depending on size.

Some new menu items this week include:

Maple Sugar Apple Bagels
Jalapeno Cheddar Bagels (for a limited time!)
Apple Pie ($15)

GLUTEN-FREE

Cherry-Peach Muffins (4 for 4.50, 6 for 6.50)

BREADS (Herb/Flavor choices include: Rosemary, Oregano, Thyme, Sage, Garlic)

Sammich Loaf:
French
Honey Whole Grain ($5)
Tomato Basil ($5)
Herb
Avocado + Sunflower ($7)
Maple Walnut ($6)
50/50 Whole Grain (add any choice of herbs, $5)

Round Loaf:
French
50/50 Whole Grain (add any choice of herbs, $5)
Tomato Basil ($5)
Avocado + Sunflower ($7)
Maple Walnut ($6)

Sub rolls (4): Rosemary, Thyme, Oregano, Sage, Garlic, Plain, Herb

Honey Whole Grain Burger Buns or Dinner Rolls (6 for $5)

Bagels:
Whole Grain (Wheat and Oat)
Plain
Sesame
Herb
Garlic & Onion
Pesto with Romano cheese (this is only until I run out! I bought a cheese I didn't like and don't want it to go to waste!)
Chocolate Chip
Espresso Chocolate Chip
Cherry Chocolate Chip
Cherry Almond
Maple Sugar Apple
Jalapeno Cheddar
(4 for $4, 6 for $5; minimum of 2 per flavor)

Bagel Sandwich Rolls: made extra chewy like a bagel, but in a roll convenient for sammiches (6 for $5; must be all same flavor)

Surprise Bread! ($6)

DESSERTS

Peach Rooibos Red Tea Pie $15
Peach Berry Pie $15
Apple Pie $15
Rosemary Shortbread Sheepies: $2.50; available in quantities of 6 cookies
Lavender Shortbread Sheepies: $2.50; available in quantities of 6 cookies
Lemon Shortbread Sheepies: $2.50; available in quantities of 6 cookies

Open Orders From Now On!!

Hey Everybody,

From now on, you can PLACE ORDERS EVERY DAY. I only ask that you give me at least 2 days to make it (for example, order on Wednesday for pickup Friday). I get a notification when anyone posts and will send a confirmation email when I get it.

I'll update my menus whenever I develop a new recipe or something goes in/out of season. Happy Ordering!


GLUTEN-FREE

Cherry-Peach Muffins (4 for 4.50, 6 for 6.50)

BREADS (Herb/Flavor choices include: Rosemary, Thyme, Sage, Garlic)

Sammich Loaf:
French
Honey Whole Grain ($5)
Tomato Basil ($5)
Herb
Avocado + Sunflower ($7)
Maple Walnut ($6)
50/50 Whole Grain (add any choice of herbs, $5)

Round Loaf:
French
50/50 Whole Grain (add any choice of herbs, $5)
Tomato Basil ($5)
Avocado + Sunflower ($7)
Maple Walnut ($6)

Sub rolls (4): Rosemary, Thyme, Sage, Garlic, Plain, Herb
Honey Whole Grain Burger Buns (6 for $5)

Bagels (Order by Sundays --Monday at 3 this time):
Whole Grain (Wheat and Oat)
Plain
Sesame
Herb
Garlic & Onion
Pesto
Chocolate Chip
Espresso Chocolate Chip
Cherry Chocolate Chip
Cherry Almond
(4 for $4, 6 for $5; minimum of 2 per flavor)

Bagel Sandwich Rolls: made extra chewy like a bagel, but in a roll convenient for sammiches (6 for $5; must be all same flavor)

Surprise Bread! ($6)

DESSERTS

Peach Rooibos Tea Pie $15
Peach Berry Pie $15
Rosemary Shortbread Sheepies: $2.50; available in quantities of 6 cookies
Lavender Shortbread Sheepies: $2.50; available in quantities of 6 cookies
Lemon Shortbread Sheepies: $2.50; available in quantities of 6 cookies

Week 3 Orders!

Hello, there.

First, sorry for the delay in posting! I'm currently in Richmond at my sister's, and I tend to get lost in playtime with my near-20 month old nephew. All right. Down to biz.

Okay, so maybe I went a little nuts last week trying to make everyone's orders and balance that with class and my other job. Nine hours in the kitchen on Monday nights doesn't always jive with my schedule. So. I propose a small change.

Instead of a restricted order/pick-up date, what about if we have an open order date with one stipulation: give me at least two days to make it?  Ex: If you want something for Wednesday, order by Monday. The only exception will be bagels, which will continue to be made for Tuesdays. (Because this post is late, you've got til Monday at 3pm to order).
Another update: I can now do cakes! They'll be made to order and I'll give you a price estimate based on what you want. Pictures will follow soon---I made a chocolate cake with mixed berry filling and a black raspberry-green tea whipped cream frosting cake for Cara's cousin's baby shower this weekend!

GLUTEN-FREE

Cherry-Peach Muffins (4 for 4.50, 6 for 6.50)

BREADS (Herb/Flavor choices include: Rosemary, Thyme, Sage, Oregano, Garlic)


Sammich Loaf:
French
Honey Whole Grain ($5)
Tomato Basil ($5)
Herb
Avocado + Sunflower ($7)
Maple Walnut ($6)
50/50 Whole Grain (add any choice of herbs, $5)

Round Loaf:
French
50/50 Whole Grain (add any choice of herbs, $5)
Tomato Basil ($5)
Avocado + Sunflower ($7)
Maple Walnut ($6)

Sub rolls (4): Rosemary, Thyme, Sage, Garlic, Plain, Herb
Honey Whole Grain Burger Buns (6 for $5)

Bagels (Order by Sundays --Monday at 3 this time):
Whole Wheat
Oat
Plain
Sesame
Herb
Garlic & Onion
Chocolate Chip
Espresso Chocolate Chip
Cherry Chocolate Chip
Cherry Almond
(4 for $4, 6 for $5; minimum of 2 per flavor)

Bagel Sandwich Rolls: made extra chewy like a bagel, but in a roll convenient for sammiches (6 for $5; must be all same flavor)
Surprise Bread! ($6)

DESSERTS

Peach Rooibos Tea Pie $15
Peach Berry Pie $15
Rosemary Shortbread Sheepies: $2.50; available in quantities of 6 cookies
Lavender Shortbread Sheepies: $2.50; available in quantities of 6 cookies
Lemon Shortbread Sheepies: $2.50; available in quantities of 6 cookies

A note about the pies... I use lard in my pie crusts for several reasons, but the main being it makes the absolute best pie crust. If you'd like Crisco used in your crust, let me know, and I can substitute it for the same price.

Week 2 Orders!!

Hello!

Welcome to my bakery and craft service! If you found out about me through my bagels, I encourage you to try out some of my other products--they're all just as good!

Please post your order as a comment to this post and INCLUDE ANY FOOD ALLERGIES even if the product you're ordering doesn't contain the allergen. I'm currently experimenting with some gluten-free recipes, too. Do so by Sunday night.

Count on a Tuesday pick-up/delivery day.

All items are $4 unless otherwise noted.

BREADS (Herb/Flavor choices include: Rosemary, Thyme, Sage, Oregano, Garlic)

Sammich Loaf:
French
Honey Whole Grain ($5)
Tomato Basil ($5)
Herb
Avocado + Sunflower ($7)
Maple Walnut ($6)
50/50 Whole Grain (add any choice of herbs, $5)
 
Round Loaf:
French
50/50 Whole Grain (add any choice of herbs, $5)
Tomato Basil ($5)
Avocado + Sunflower ($7)
Maple Walnut ($6)
 
French Baguettes / Sub rolls: Rosemary, Thyme, Sage, Garlic, Plain, Herb: let me know if you'd like the traditional baguette or want the sub rolls instead. You still get the same volume, just in different forms (4 sub rolls vs. 2 baguettes).

Honey Whole Grain Burger Buns (6 for $5)
 
Bagels:
Whole Wheat
Oat
Plain
Sesame
Herb
Garlic & Onion
Chocolate Chip
Espresso Chocolate Chip
Cherry Chocolate Chip
Cherry Almond
(4 for $4, 6 for $5; minimum of 2 per flavor)

Bagel Sandwich Rolls: made extra chewy like a bagel, but in a roll convenient for sammiches (price and flavors same as bagels)
 
Surprise Bread! ($6)

DESSERTS
 
Peach Rooibos Tea Pie $15
Peach Berry Pie $15
Rosemary Shortbread Sheepies: $2.50; available in quantities of 6 cookies
Lavender Shortbread Sheepies: $2.50; available in quantities of 6 cookies
Lemon Shortbread Sheepies: $2.50; available in quantities of 6 cookies
Berry Shortbread Mini-Tarts: 2 for $4
Surprise Dessert! ($4)

A note about the pies... I use lard in my pie crusts for several reasons, but the main being it makes the absolute best pie crust. If you'd like Crisco used in your crust, let me know, and I can substitute it for the same price.

Fall 2011: Bagels Bagels Bagels

Hiiiiiiiii.

Man, I have missed baking on a regular basis. I'm going to start this semester off right with Bagel Tuesday! Post your orders as a reply to this post and PLEASE INCLUDE ANY FOOD ALLERGIES if you are new to this service. Please plan on a Wednesday evening pick-up and a change in address (I'll let you know where to pick-up when you order :).

Bagels:(4 for $4, 6 for $5; minimum of two per flavor)
Whole Wheat
Oat
Plain
Sesame
Garlic & Onion
Herb
Cinnamon Raisin
Cherry Almond

Thank you!!!!

Some of the Goods!

Round Loaf

Local Blueberry and Foraged Black Raspberry Pie

Honey Wheat Sammich Loaves

The Beloved Sesame Bagel

Local Blueberry-Raspberry Shortbread Mini-Tarts

Tomato Basil Round Loaf

Whole Grain Round Loaf

Hazelnut, Gorgonzola and Pear Whole Grain Flatbread

Birthday Cake: Amaretto-Soaked Chocolate Cake with Local Raspberry Filling. Whipped Cream/Mascarpone Cheese Espresso Frosting. Freaking Epic.