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Apple Cranberry Pecan Salad

January 11th 2024

INGREDIENTS 3 slices bacon, diced ¼ cup apple cider vinegar 1 medium shallot, diced 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon honey Kosher salt and...

Gingerbread Snowflakes

December 5th 2023

Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder   2 teaspoons ground ginger   1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon   1...

French Apple Cake

November 11th 2023

INGREDIENTS 1 cup all-purpose flour, spooned into measuring cup and leveled-off  1 teaspoon baking powder ¼ teaspoon salt 1 stick (½ cup) unsalted butter, at room temperature ⅔...

Peanut Butter Spider Cookies

October 28th 2023

Ingredients: ½ cup shortening ½ cup peanut butter ½ cup packed brown sugar ½ cup white sugar 1 egg, beaten 2 tablespoons milk 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 ¾ cups all-purpos...

Roasted Cherry Tomato Soup

October 19th 2023

Ingredients: 20 ounces cherry tomatoes 3 cloves garlic, peeled 1 carrot, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch-thick sticks 1/2 onion, peeled 1 red bell pepper, seeded and cut into strips...

Cinnamon Swirl Apple Bread

October 13th 2023

INGREDIENTS ½ cup light brown sugar (packed) 1½ teaspoons ground cinnamon 2 large eggs ½ cup granulated sugar ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled ½ cup milk...

Pumpkin Muffins

October 7th 2023

Ingredients •
1 ¾ cups (219g) all-purpose flour (spooned & leveled) •1 teaspoon baking soda •1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon •1 ½ teaspoons pumpkin pie spice •1/4 teaspoon ground...

Greek potato and red pepper salad

October 1st 2023

Ingredients ·       680 g mini yellow potatoes ·       3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil ·       3 tbsp lemon juice ·       1 garlic clove, minced ·       1...

Easy Chicken Fried Rice

February 19th 2022

Ingredients ·       2 eggs, lightly beaten ·       1 tsp sesame oil ·       1 tbsp peanut oil ·       3 dried Chinese pork sausages, thinly sliced (see note)...

Salted caramel and chocolate tart

February 8th 2022

Ingredients 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 2 tbsp granulated sugar 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter , diced 1 egg yolk FILLING 1 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup water...

Monster Wraps

October 18th 2021

INGREDIENTS ·      Large spinach wraps ·      Favorite sandwich filling ·      Sliced Cheddar cheese and/or nori (seaweed wraps), for hair and mouth ·      Sliced...

Apple Muffins

September 8th 2021

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 cup whole-wheat flour 1 cup packed brown sugar 2 tsp cinnamon 2 tsp baking powder 3/4 tsp baking soda 1/4 tsp salt...

COFFEE & KAHLÚA CRAZY/WACKY CAKE

September 2nd 2021

Ingredients 1 1/2 Cups flour (all-purpose) 3 Tbsp. cocoa (unsweetened) 1 Cup white sugar 1 tsp. baking soda 1/2 tsp.  salt 1 tsp. white vinegar 1 tsp.  pure...

Guacamole!

August 24th 2021

Ingredients: 3 avocados, halved, seeded and peeled 1 lime, juiced 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon cayenne 1/2 medium onion, diced 1/2 jalapeno pepper, seeded...

MEDITERRANEAN CHOPPED SALAD PITAS

August 10th 2021

These Mediterranean Chopped Salad Pitas are full of fresh veggies and chickpeas!  They’re super flavorful and perfect for lunch.   ·       1 small head romaine lettuce, chopped...

Blueberry & Lavender Scone Pizza

July 29th 2021

For the scone 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour , sifted + a little extra for dusting 3/4 tsp salt 5 tsp baking powder 6 tbsp unsalted butter , softened 1/4 cup granulated sugar...

Bacon & Gruyère Egg Bites

February 19th 2021

INGREDIENTS ·     4 slices bacon, diced ·     6 large eggs ·     1-1/3 cups (4% milkfat) cottage cheese ·     1-1/4 cups shredded Gruyère (or a blend of Gruyère and...

BIG CHOCOLATE M&M VALENTINE'S DAY COOKIES

February 11th 2021

Ingredients ·       ▢ 1 Cup salted butter 2 sticks ·       ▢ 1 ¼ Cups granulated sugar ·       ▢ 2 Large Eggs ·       ▢ ½ Cup Cocoa Powder...

Magnolia Bakery's Banana Pudding

February 3rd 2021

HOW TO MAKE MAGNOLIA BAKERY’S BANANA PUDDING: INGREDIENTS ·       1 (14 oz.) can sweetened condensed milk ·       1 1/2 cups ice cold water ·       1 (3.4 oz.) box...

Best Canadian Butter Tarts

January 22nd 2021

ingredients Makes 12 butter tarts Pastry ·       3 cups (375g) all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting ·       1/2 tsp (2.5ml) baking powder ·       1/2 tsp (2.5ml)...

Vegan Chickpea & Squash Curry

January 4th 2021

 Ingredients ·       1 tbsp vegetable oil ·       1 onion, roughly chopped ·       4 garlic cloves, finely chopped ·       thumb-sized piece fresh...

Bluberry Cornbread Muffins

November 26th 2020

Servings: 12 Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 30 Minutes Total Time: 45 Minutes INGREDIENTS 3/4 cup milk 1 tablespoon lemon juice (see note) 1-1/2...

Bacon Harvest Chicken Skillet

November 24th 2020

Ingrediants: 6 bone-in-skin-on chicken thighs Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1/2c whole pecans 4 slices thick-cut hardwood-smoked bacon, cut into 1/2" pieces 1 lb. Brussels sprouts,...

Loaded Cauliflower Soup

November 11th 2020

Ingredients: 2 heads cauliflower, cut into florets 2 tbsp. olive oil kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 6 sprigs thyme, divided 4 slices bacon 1/2 large onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic,...

Harvest Pumpkin Loaf

October 21st 2020

1 teaspoon of baking soda 1 ½ teaspoons salt ¾ teaspoon ground nutmeg ½ teaspoon ground ginger ½ teaspoon ground cloves ½ cup butter 1 1/2 cups of flour 1 cup white sugar 2 eggs ¾...

Omelet with Bacon, Mushrooms & Ricotta

April 26th 2020

INGREDIENTS Omelet ·       3 slices thick-cut bacon ·       4 ounces button mushrooms ·       Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper ·       4 ounces fresh ricotta or...

Easy Salmon Traybake

April 21st 2020

Ingredients For the salmon traybake ½ lime, juice only 1 tbsp soy sauce (gluten-free if required) ½ tsp caster sugar 2 x 200g/7oz salmon fillets  100g/3½oz...

Roasted Spiced Squash Wedges

November 21st 2019

Ingredients 2 acorn squash, each cut in 12 wedges 2 tbsp olive oil, divided 1 tsp salt, divided 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 tsp paprika 1/4 tsp cayenne 1 tbsp honey 1 lime, cut in wedges...

Pineapple Pecan Cheese Ball

June 29th 2019

Here is a family favourite, especially in the summer out on the deck: Pineapple Pecan Cheese Ball, Neil & Deborah Marshall 2 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened 1 cup finely diced sweet onion 1 can...

Chocolate Bourbon or Rum Balls- Three Ways

November 23rd 2018

INGREDIENTS 1 cup (140g) finely ground Vanilla Wafers (about 40 regular Nilla wafers) or Graham Cracker Crumbs 1 cup (110g) finely chopped Nuts, we prefer pecans 1 cup (120g...

Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll

October 26th 2018

Ingredients Dough: 1 1/2 cups whole milk   1/2 cup vegetable oil    1/2 cup granulated sugar    1 package (2 1/4 teaspoons) active dry yeast    1 cup pumpkin puree    4 1/2 cups...

Avocado Chicken Salad

August 23rd 2018

Avocado Chicken Salad Ingredients:   2 large cooked chicken breasts shredded or chopped 2 large avocados 1 cup corn from 1 cooked cob 6 oz lean bacon cooked and chopped 1/4 cup Chives (or...

HOMEMADE HONEY GARLIC SAUCE

February 20th 2018

INGREDIENTS  1⁄2 cup honey 2 tablespoons soya sauce 2 tablespoons vinegar 1⁄2 teaspoon ginger 1⁄4 teaspoon garlic powder 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional)   DIRECTIONS mix above...

CHICKPEA CURRY WITH RICE

January 5th 2018

INGREDIENTS:   2 cups basmati rice 2 Tbsp vegetable oil 1 large onion, chopped Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 tsp curry powder 2 cloves garlic, chopped 1 cup vegetable stock...

Sweet Potato Hash

December 30th 2017

INGREDIENTS: 2 sweet potatoes, cut into chunks, skin on 1/2 cup organic sweet corn kernels, frozen and thawed or fresh 2 generous handfuls baby spinach leaves 1 small onion, finely diced small...

Maple Bacon Cornbread

December 18th 2017

8 strips bacon, thinly sliced crosswise 6 Tbsp maple syrup, divided 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 cup fine cornmeal 2 tsp baking powder 1 tsp salt 2 large eggs 1 ¼ cup buttermilk ¼ cup unsalted...

BAKED BRIE WITH RASPBERRY JAM

December 5th 2017

Ingredients 1 sheet of puff pastry, defrosted 1 (7 oz.) wheel of brie 1⁄4 cup raspberry jam Egg wash Crackers, for serving   Instructions Heat oven to 425°. Line a baking sheet with...

Split Pea Soup with Rosemary

November 29th 2017

Ingredients 6 slices bacon, cut into 1 inch pieces 1 small onion, chopped 1 leek, thinly sliced 1 large carrot, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced  4 (10.5 ounce) cans chicken broth 1 1/2 cups...

Chicken, Apple, Sweet Potato, and Brussels Sprouts Skillet

October 9th 2017

This is a fabulous one skillet meal full of incredible flavours! Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil 500 kg. boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch cubes 1 teaspoon...

Butternut Squash Soup

October 9th 2017

Classic for Fall, this is a creamy and rich butternut squash soup with savory hints of nutmeg and garlic!  Recipe makes 4 - 6 servings, depending on size. Ingredients 1 medium butternut...

Anything Goes Cookie Dough Skinny Ganache Walnut Cookies

October 4th 2017

Cookie dough....chocolate ganache.....walnuts.....it doesn't get any better than these scrumptious cookies..... Recipe makes approximately 60 cookies Ingredients 2 1/4 cups (550 mL) all-pur...

Cheesy Spinach Pesto Flatbread

July 24th 2017

A quick, simple, light dinner made in just minutes - just what we need on these lazy summer nights!  All measurements here are flexible.  Just load it up however much you want! INGREDIENTS...

Zucchini Fritters

July 12th 2017

Makes approx 12 fritters INGREDIENTS: 1.5 lbs zucchini (2 large) 1/3 cup flour (white or whole wheat) 1/3 cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs 2 large eggs 1/2 teaspoon...

Maple Strawberry Cream Cake

July 5th 2017

INGREDIENTS 3/4 cup cake and pastry flour 1 tsp baking powder 1/4 tsp salt 3 eggs, separated, at room temperature 3/4 cup granulated sugar 1/2 tsp vanilla FOR MAPLE WHIPPED CREAM  ...

CREAMY CHILLED CUCUMBER AND AVOCADO SOUP

June 27th 2017

You'll be cool as a cucumber with this easy and refreshing summer offeriing makes 4 servings. 2 large cucumbers, about 1 1/2 pounds, peeled, seeded, and chopped 1/2 medium avocado, chopped 2 or...

Smoked Salmon Canapes With Avocado

June 19th 2017

Delicious, quick, and easy for summer entertaining. These mouth-watering bites will have your guests asking for more!   Makes 24 bites   6 slices whole grain or rye bread...

Chocolate Whoopie Pie Cake

January 10th 2017

A cake so decadent, a small piece will usually satisfy, but, there are no restrictions on seconds..  INGREDIENTS: 1 (15.25 oz.) box chocolate fudge cake mix 1 (3.9 oz.) box instant chocolate...

Butterscotch Oat Drops

December 23rd 2016

1 cup  butter or margarine, softened 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1 cup brown sugar, packed 2 eggs 1 tsp vanilla 2 cups all-purpose flour 2 cups rolled oats 1 tsp baking soda 1 tsp baking powder...

CRAB CAKE BITES

December 10th 2016

CRAB CAKE BITES   INGREDIENTS   6 oz. lump crab meat 6 oz. cream cheese, softened to room temperature 1 Egg, lightly beaten 3/4 c. Sour Cream, Divided 2/3 c. finely grated Parmesan, divided...

The Elusive 70's Cornflakes Cookies

December 8th 2016

THE ELUSIVE 70'S CORNFLAKES COOKIES 1 cup butter 1 cup vegetable oil 1 cup white sugar 1 cup brown sugar 1 egg 1 cup crushed corn flakes 1 cup chopped nuts (I use pecans) 1 cup quick-cooking...

Moistest Chocolate Cake you'll Ever make

December 7th 2016

AWARD WINNING CHOCOLATE CAKE OR MUFFINS 2 cups Flour 2 cups Sugar 3/4 cup Hershey's Cocoa 2 tsps Baking Soda 2 large eggs 1 tsp Salt 1 cup Buttermilk 1 cup Mazola Oil 1-1/2 tsps Vanilla...

Pumpkin Ginger Cupcakes

November 19th 2016

"Delicious, light and fluffy! These taste of Fall, and the crystallized ginger gives then a lovely little zing. Even people who don't like pumpkin love these cupcakes. These disappear as fast as I...

Carol's Awesome Pumpkin Roll

November 19th 2016

"My mom always makes her pumpkin roll around Thanksgiving and takes one to work where everyone asks her if she can make them one and they all want the recipe. You may want to halve the recipe unless...

Hot Date with a Chicken

November 15th 2016

1/4 cup date, pitted and chopped 2 (6oz) boneless chicken breasts 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1 small apple - peeled, cored, and chopped           2 tablespoons chopped dried...

Carol's Cheesey Cocktail Crackers

November 4th 2016

Mom says: "Don’t make them too big dear they should be a little smaller. Top them with mango habanero jelly. Or any jelly you wish. The mango is a little milder than some of the jellies. I...

Slow-Cooker Black-Bean Soup with Turkey

October 15th 2016

INGREDIENTS 2 red onions, halved   2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil   3 medium carrots, cut into large chunks   4 cloves garlic, smashed   1 Tbsp all-purpose flour   1 lb(s) dried black...

Bread Pudding II

October 15th 2016

Ingredients 6 slices day-old bread 2 tablespoons butter, melted 1/2 cup raisins (optional) 4 eggs, beaten   2 cups milk 3/4 cup white sugar 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon vanilla...

Sticky Sesame Cauliflower

October 15th 2016

Prep time 10 mins Cook time 20 mins Total time 30 mins   This vegan sticky sesame cauliflower is batter dipped and baked (instead of fried!) before being drenched in a sweet and spicy sesame...

Roasted Cauliflower and Chickpea Soup

October 15th 2016

For the Soup 1 cauliflower head, cut into florets (about 4 cups total) 1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained 5 garlic cloves, peeled 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided 1 tsp...

SAUTEED GREEN BEANS WITH LEMON AND BLUE CHEESE

February 28th 2016

1 Tbsp butter 1 Tbsp vegetable oil 8 oz green beans, trimmed 1 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce 1 Tbsp Sriracha or other hot sauce Fresh lemon juice, as needed 2 oz crumbled blue...

Mom's Banana Cream Pie

February 26th 2016

1/3 cup Margarine 2 cups shredded coconut 1 package vanilla pudding mix 1/2 cup whipping cream- whipped 1 1/2 cups mini marshmallows 2 sliced bananas 1/2 cup toasted...

TOWERING FLOURESS CHOCOLATE CAKE

February 3rd 2016

For the cake: 2 1/2 sticks unsalted butter, cut into pieces, plus more for the pan, 6 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped, 6 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped, 6 large eggs, 3/4 cup...

PUMPKIN TORTILLA SOUP

February 3rd 2016

Serves 6 12 (6-inch) corn tortillas 4 tablespoons olive oil 1 medium white onion, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup finely chopped cilantro, plus more sprigs for garnish 1...

RASPBERRY RHUBARB PIE

January 12th 2016

2 tablespoons uncooked quick-cooking tapioca 4 1/2 cups fresh raspberries (about 24 ounces) 3 1/2 cups chopped fresh rhubarb (about 6 stalks) 1 cup packed brown sugar 1/4...

MEYER LEMON UPSIDE DOWN CAKE

January 12th 2016

Cooking-oil spray 3/4 cup butter, softened, divided 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar 2 or 3 whole Meyer lemons, plus zest of 2 large Meyer lemons 1 cup granulated sugar...

RED VELVET CUPCAKES

January 12th 2016

24 chocolate Hershey’s Kisses or Hugs candies; 1½ stick butter; 1½ c. granulated sugar; 1/4c. unsweetened cocoa powder; 1 tsp. baking soda; 1 tsp. salt; 1 tsp. vanilla extract; 2 large eggs; 1 c...

ESPRESSO CRINKLE COOKIES

January 12th 2016

4.5 ounces all-purpose flour (about 1 cup) 1 1/4 cups powdered sugar, divided 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa 1 1/4 teaspoons baking powder 1/8 teaspoon salt 5 1/4...

BEST CHICKEN LIVER PATE

October 3rd 2015

This recipe is great for an Hors D'oeuvres party and good to snack on days after! 2 packages fresh chicken livers...

GORGEOUS GUACAMOLE!

June 4th 2015

thanks to Debbie Lee   2 small avocados, ripe (preferably Haas) 1 tablespoon minced red onion 1 small glove garlic, minced or pressed through garlic press ½ small jalapeno chile, minced (about...

WENDY'S APPLE CAKE

June 4th 2015

 Courtesy of Wendy Komar   1 tsp fine dry bread crumbs ½ cup butter 1 cup sugar 2 eggs 1 ¾ cup flour 2 tsp baking powder ½ tsp salt 8 apples, peeled and cored, cut in thin slices – at...

SLOW COOKER MEXICAN CHICKEN

June 4th 2015

Courtesy of Patti Simpson   4 Boneless Chicken Breasts 1 Cup black beans 1 cup corn kernels 1 small jar of salsa 1 Tbsp cumin 1 Tbsp chilli powder   Place all ingredients into slow cooker...

'ENTICE THEM WITH THE AROMA' CHOCOLATAE CHIP COOKIES

June 4th 2015

Courtesy of Sharon Gillies Sharon claims that pulling these hot out of the oven just prior to a showing should seal the deal!     Cream together: 1/2 cup margarine 1/2 cup white sugar 1/2...

BONEFISH GRILL'S BANG BANG SHRIMP

June 4th 2015

 Courtesy of Dorran Zaina   Ingredients: ½ cup Mayonnaise ¼ cup Thai Sweet Chili Sauce 3 drops Hot Chili Sauce to taste 1 lb. Shelled and deveined shrimp dry cornstarch oil for frying...

MANDARIN ORANGE AND CASHEW CHICKEN

June 4th 2015

Courtesy of Linda Vaessen   1 can mandarin oranges 1/4 cp KIKKOMAN stir-fry sauce 2 whole chicken breasts (skinless, boneless) 3 tbsp oil 1/3 cp roasted cashews 1 clove minced garlic1 med....

BEET & GOAT CHEESE SUMMER SALAD

June 4th 2015

4 medium beets - scrubbed, trimmed and cut in half 1/3 cup chopped walnuts 3 tablespoons maple syrup 1 (10 ounce) package mixed baby salad greens 1/2 cup frozen orange juice concentrate 1/4 cup...

BAILEY'S KAHLUA TORTE

June 4th 2015

 Courtesy of Josie Doucette   1Bag PC Chocolate Chip Cookies (or your favourite brand),1 tub Cool Whip, ¼ cup Milk, ¼ cup Kalhua or Baileys or Both!   Mix milk and Kalhua/Bailey’s in a...

ONION SEED CRUSTED TUNA STEAK SATAY WITH WASABI MAYONNAISE

June 4th 2015

Courtesy of Catering by James Meadows Call 226-448-8466 www.cateringbyjamesmeadows.com   1 lb. tuna, cut into narrow strips between 4-5” long ½ cup black onion seeds Vegetable oil as needed...

HEEMAN'S NUTELLA-INFUSED RASPBERRY ROLLS

June 4th 2015

Yields: 10 servings   6 egg whites (1 cup/250 mL) 2 cups/500 mL chopped strawberries (or raspberries) ½ cup/125 mL heavy cream ¼ cup/50 mL sugar ¼ cup/50 mL shredded coconut ¼ cup/50 mL...

GRILLED THAI BEEF SALAD

June 4th 2015

Courtesy of Jess Oxner   Ingredients • 1 pound top-round London broil or flank steak, about 1 to 1 1/2-inches thick • 3 tablespoons lime juice, divided • 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy...

STRAWBERRY RHUBARB UPSIDE DOWN CAKE

June 4th 2015

Ingredients    2.5 cups/625 mL rhubarb 2.5 cups/625 mL strawberries 1/2 cup/125mL sugar 2 cups/500mL mini marshmallows 1 white cake mix (light recipe) 1 small box (3 oz/85g) strawberry or...

LEMON CHICKEN WITH OLIVES

June 4th 2015

Courtesy of Ellie Moore     2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons grated lemon zest, plus 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin Salt & Pepper 1 1/2 pounds chicken...

CREAMY CAPRESE QUINOA BAKE

June 4th 2015

Courtesy of Leah and Dennis   2 cups cooked quinoa 1 cup of your favorite pasta sauce 2 tablespoon tomato paste 1/3 cup heavy cream 1/3 cup parmesan cheese 1 cup mozzarella, divided 1/2-1...

SOUTH AFRICAN CHAKALAKA

June 4th 2015

Courtesy of Linda McGuire   1/4 cup oil 2 large onions 2 or 3 hot peppers (choose from chili peppers, bell peppers) 3 garlic cloves 3 large tomatoes, diced 2 (15 oz) cans baked beans 1/3 cup...

CLASSIC SPAGHETTI AND MEATBALLS FOR A CROWD

June 4th 2015

Serves 12   NOTE: One cup of plain yogurt thinned with ½ cup milk can be substituted for the buttermilk. Grate the onion on the large holes of a box grater. The ingredients in this recipe can be...

RED POTATO, ASPARAGUS & ARTICHOKE SALAD

June 4th 2015

18 small red potatoes 3 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed 2 (14 ounce) cans artichoke hearts, drained and quartered 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice 3/4 cup olive oil salt...

DEBI'S FETA AND OLIVE STUFFED CHICKEN

June 2nd 2015

Thanks to Debi Stock! Healthy Greek-inspired calorie-wise recipe cooks up in 15 minutes, after a quick preparation. Serve with roast potatoes and steamed broccoli spears.   Makes 4 servings   ...

MY MOM'S GINGERBREAD WITH LEMON SAUCE

June 2nd 2015

thanks to Mom   2 cups flour 1 cup molasses ¾ cup buttermilk ½ cup sugar ½ cup butter (soft) 1 egg 1 tsp baking soda 1 tsp ginger 1 tsp cinnamon ½ tsp salt   Beat all ingredients...

321 CAKE

June 2nd 2015

Thank you to my mom, Carol Lesiuk, for sharing this recipe.   These individual little cakes are amazing and ready to eat in one minute! They are perfect for whenever you feel like a treat without...

AMATRICIANA

June 2nd 2015

Courtesy of Allison Johnson   Description   This is a classic Italian pasta dish. Use fresh basil when it's in season at other times use fresh flat-leaf parsley.    Ingredients • 4...

BANANA PINEAPPLE LOAF

June 2nd 2015

thanks to Jimmy and Devon   Ingredients: 3 cups all purpose flour 1 cups sugar 1 tsp baking powder 1 tsp baking soda 1 tsp salt 1 cup undrained crushed pineapple 3 eggs ¾ cups canola oil...

GREEK ORZO SALAD

June 2nd 2015

2 cups of uncooked orzo pasta 1/2 cup of red onion, finely chopped 1/4 cup of sliced kalamata olives 2 cups of Italian parsley, loosely packed and finely chopped 2 cucumbers, chopped 3 hot house...

CARBONARA

June 2nd 2015

Courtesy of Elena DiMassa    Ingredients   • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste  • 1 pound spaghetti • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil (enough to coat bottom of pan)  •...

MUSHROOM TARTS

June 2nd 2015

Courtesy of Mike & Julie Evans makes 12 mini tarts   Pastry: 1 cup flour 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 cup butter, diced 1/2 cup cream cheese, diced   Filling: 1 tbsp butter 8 oz fresh mushrooms,...

RYAN'S CROCK POT CHILI

June 1st 2015

Courtesy of Ryan and Sarah Brown   Like all good Chili Recipe’s you’ll adjust the spices etc. each time you make it until you find a perfect blend for you but here’s the spicy version...

BAKED GOAT CHEESE WITH ROASTED GARLIC AND CARAMELIZED ONION

June 1st 2015

Courtesy of Laura Beres   This is a recipe a neighbor of mine gave to me about 10 years ago. She was originally from Australia, so it may have originated there. It continues to be a hit with...

SWEET POTATO SOUFFLE

June 1st 2015

thanks to Debbie Lee   3 cups sweet potatoes (drained if from a can) and mashed (you can use fresh sweet potatoes if you cook them fork tender before adding them to the recipe) 1 cup sugar ½...

MANTI (Russian Meat Dumplings)

June 1st 2015

Courtesy of Alexei Chkouro and Maria Fadeeva Manti is a type of dumpling that very popular in Russia. Manti are normally made with either seasoned lamb or ground beef wrapped in homemade dough....

QUINOA BURGERS

May 30th 2015

Courtesy of Caitlin Caldwell Quick, easy and toddler friendly!   Ingredients:   1/2 cup rinsed quinoa 1 medium carrot, cut in large chunks 3 scallions, thinly sliced 1/4 cup fresh parsley...

BLACK BEAN SOUP

May 30th 2015

Recipe courtesy of Lisa Densky   10 sun-dried tomatoes (not packed in oil) 1 cup boiling water 1 1/2 cups finely chopped onions 3 garlic cloves, minced or pressed 1 jalapeno chile, minced or 1...

MEXICAN HOT COCOA

May 30th 2015

Courtesy of Andrew and Beth Katin   Ingredients   1 serving hot cocoa (mix as directed or scratch) 2 pinches ground chipotle chili pepper to taste Ground cinnamon OR 1 oz cinnamon schnapps...

CHEDDAR TEA BISCUITS

May 30th 2015

Serves: 12   Yield: 12   Biscuts   Units: US | Metric 2 cups all-purpose flour (Or 1 cup all purpose, 1 cup whole wheat)  3 teaspoons baking powder  1/3 cup cold butter  1/2 teaspoon...

AWESOME AUTUMN HAMBURGER SOUP

May 30th 2015

1 (28 ounce) can plum tomatoes, undrained 4 cans beef broth  1 (10 ounce) can tomato soup  3 carrots, peeled and chopped fine  4 celery ribs, leaves removed and chopped fine (add celery leaves...

MOM'S PUFFED WHEAT SQUARES...to die for...

May 30th 2015

40-45 caramels   1/2 cup butter   2 squares semi-sweet chocolate   1/2 cup lily white corn syrup   1 teaspoon vanilla   MELT everything on low on stove and pour over 9-10 cups of...

CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER BALLS

May 30th 2015

Courtesy of Sue Chartrand 1 cup peanut butter 1 cup icing sugar 2 tbsp melted butter 1/2 cup of skor bar    Mix together and roll into balls   Melt 2 cups of chocolate melting wafers (I...

CRANBERRY PUDDING (photo McKenna Lesiuk)

May 30th 2015

Courtesy of Andrea McLay 2 cups flour 1 cup sugar 2 1/2 tsp baking powder 3 tbls melted butter 2/3 cup milk 1 egg 1 tsp vanilla 2 cups frozen cranberries   Sift dry ingredients in bowl...

TURTLE BARS

May 30th 2015

Thanks to the Jarvis Family   (from Baker’s Chocolate Celebration Cookbook)   Better than anything that ever came out of a candy box! With their incredibly creamy caramel centres and tender...

PUMPKIN CHEESECAKE with GINGERSNAP CRUST & CARAMEL SAUCE

May 30th 2015

Crust 1-1/2 cups finely ground gingersnap crumbs 1/4 cup granulated sugar 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted   Filling 1 15-ounce can pumpkin  1-1/3 cups granulated sugar 1 teaspoon...

AUDREY'S HERBED FLOUR MIX

May 30th 2015

Fabulous for chicken!   1/2 cup all purpose flour 2 tsps. each: salt, thyme & basil 1 tsp each: oregano, tarragon & paprika 1/2 tsp pepper   MIX by shaking in a covered jar   Store at...

DIANE'S FAVOURITE OATMEAL COOKIES

May 30th 2015

Courtesy of Diane Mather   Cream together: 3/4 cup margarine, 1/2 cup brown sugar & 1/2 cup white sugar   Add: 1 egg, 2 tbsp. milk or water, 1 tsp vanilla   Add: 1 cup flour, 1/2 tsp baking...

ITALIAN BISCOTTI RECIPE

May 30th 2015

Courtesy of Mary Mazzotta Ingredients 1 ¾ cup flour ¾ cup sugar 1/3 cup butter ¾ cup almonds 2 eggs 1 tbsp orange rind 2 tsp vanilla 1 tsp almond extract 2 tsp baking powder Recipe...

HARVEST PUMPKIN LOAF

May 30th 2015

Thanks to my Mom 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 1/2 teaspoons salt 3/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves 1/2 cup butter or margarine 1 cup white sugar 2...

GUACAMOLE!

May 30th 2015

Courtesy of Julia Marinaccio 3 Avocados, peeled, pitted, and mashed 1 lime, juiced 1 tsp salt 1/2c diced onion 3 tbsp of chopped, fresh cilantro 2 tomatoes, diced  1 tsp minced garlic 1...

SWEET & SPICY THAI PINEAPPLE CHICKEN

May 30th 2015

Thanks to Val Marshall Pkg of 4 boneless chicken breasts 1 can of pineapple chunks 1 cup of plum sauce 1/2 cup Thai sweet red chili sauce 1 red pepper cut into thin slices Seasoned bread crumbs...

QUINOA & VEGETABLE STUFFED PEPPERS

May 30th 2015

Thanks to Launi Hurst Total Time: 1 hr 10 min Prep: 25 min Cook: 45 min Yield:6 servings    Recipe Ingredients 1 cup quinoa 2 cups chicken or vegetable stock 6 small bell peppers, mixed...

SECRET INGREDIENT CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES!

May 30th 2015

4 3/4 cup flour 2 teaspoons baking soda 2 cups butter, softened 1 1/2 cups packed brown sugar 1/2 cup white sugar 2 (3.4 ounce) packages instant vanilla pudding mix 4 eggs 2...

MAPLE MUSTARD SALMON!

May 30th 2015

Cooking Time: 12-15 minutes Serves: 4 1lb Salmon Fillet, bones removed and cut into four pieces 1/4 c Butter (melted) 1/4 c Maple Syrup 4tbsp Dijon Mustard or grainy Dijon mustard 1tsp Low...