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As a youngster, the only time I ever saw Brussels Sprouts was on Thanksgiving, and while my Mother was a terrific chef, they were the one thing on the table that needed an explanation for their very existence…………………………….Okay, yes they are good for me, but I simply knew them as "little green balls from Hell".... Continue Reading →
Beef Wellington is a delicious culinary masterpiece that will bring a Rockwell presentation and wow factor to your holiday feast or dinner party. It also satisfies my weakness for "oohs and aahs" and the endless volley of compliments that follow! Don't be intimidated. It’s not that difficult to make, and I promise that on your... Continue Reading →
There’s nothing better than turning homegrown fruit into jam, and this year my backyard Damson plum tree gave me a beautiful harvest. With the help of Certo pectin powder, I made a batch of Plum Jam that set perfectly and captured the deep, rich flavor of fresh tart plums. If you’ve been wondering how to... Continue Reading →
Latkes are a fun treat, and great for a snow day.
Kapusniak sounds like something you would say when hitting your thumb with a hammer, but you would be terribly wrong! There’s a reason some foods are rich in culture, tradition and have passed the test of time – usually they're just so darn good! One of these is Kapusniak (ka pus nak), a Polish cabbage... Continue Reading →
Once known as Frumenty or Pottage, this classic British dessert is sometimes called Plum or Figgy Pudding, but contains neither fruit - and in some places is just called Pud - but that has never sounded right to me. We always knew it as Mom's Christmas Pudding, and in our house it was the perfect... Continue Reading →
One of my passions is making Sourdough bread(s); my husband says that during the winter months our house stays nice and cozy because our oven seems to be always set at 450 degrees Fahrenheit. Well, I can’t help myself. How can something with so few ingredients be so good and still provide almost endless possibilities.... Continue Reading →
Wishing you a happy Thanksgiving and joyful autumn! We’re thrilled to be back home in Southern Ontario after a summer filled with lake life and outdoor adventures. Over the past few days, we’ve been sprucing up the garden and getting ready to celebrate Thanksgiving. Nothing says Thanksgiving like posting our latest pictures of those silly... Continue Reading →
I just love braised short ribs. Easy to prepare, rich in flavour and versatile when served with comforting side dishes.
We are enjoying cottage life in northern Ontario and recently caught a large Northern Pike. A recipe for smoked fish.
A recipe for easy to make fish baked or BBQ'd in foil packets, inspired by my childhood summer jobs in Northern Ontario fishing lodges
This easy and delicious fish stew, perfect for a stormy day, can be made with readily available ingredients. It's a hearty dish with haddock, shrimp, and clams.. Ready in 30 minutes, it's a comforting choice for a cozy meal with loved ones.
Make a delicious Rhubarb Cordial. Infuse fresh rhubarb, sugar, and vodka in a glass jar.
Cinnamon Raisin bread has always been one of our family favorites but if you want to take this tasty treat to another level try this “Sourdough” version.
Braised Lamb Shanks in Red Wine are just so darned good.