My Mother always baked a lot for Christmas. She never seemed tired or overwhelmed by all that she did, or at least she didn't let me know! When I saw the picture above of the hand grinder, it struck a familiar chord in my heart. It's so similar to the one pictured below. 
This was my Mothers that she used for as far back as I can remember. When the time came that she no longer did much baking, she gave it to me, and I've used it every year ever since. I'm sure there are more modern and easier methods now, but I still use it, it's full of memories. When my grandsons were small they used to get excited to turn the handle and grind the walnuts. Mac would try his best to out-do his brother - and Jordan gladly let him!
My brand new stove is one modern convenience I'm enjoying. It has a setting to proof your dough. I used it when I made the yeast dough for my Hungarian Kolach.
As you can see, it worked great! It went from the picture above......
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My Dad has the same grinder and has used it as long as I can remember.
What a great function on your new stove!
My in-laws had a grinder that we borrowed a couple of times. I know you are enjoying your new stove.
I grew up with the old ways - they were good for the soul and body ha-ha.
Merry Christmas to you
nice that you got your new stove broken in for the season! :) ... and i have a grinder like the one you pictured ... they just don't quit on a person!!!
soon it will be christmas ... way fast this year!
That brought memories for me too! I remember my mother having a hand grinder, I'm sure if she still has it or not.
Nice new stove, or cooker as well call them here in the UK!
that is cool!
Wow! your new stove looks grand!
We had a grinder like that one when I was a kid too. Brings back memories..........
Nice that you got your new stove..
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My Mom has that same grinder which she uses to grind dates for the date pinwheel cookies which she hasn't made in a few years now... (very sad!) They are one of my favorites - and my sister's VERY favorite! I don't know what keeps us from making them... we really should.
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