A forgiving rye loaf
Rye does not need much kneading. Mix, wait, shape with wet hands and bake hot. The crumb stays moist for days, which is the whole point.
Notes on oven temperature
Most home ovens lie by 10–20 degrees. A cheap oven thermometer fixed more of my bakes than any new recipe.
Berry pie for cold evenings
Frozen berries work fine. Toss them with a spoon of starch, let them sit, and do not skip the vent holes in the lid.