Oil and Vanilla
On November 22, 2024 by PamEvery year at about this time, I make some homemade vanilla. I order vanilla beans from Amazon, find some sealable bottles at the Dollar Store and buy a big bottle of vodka. That is literally it, you put 5 vanilla beans in the jar, fill it up with vodka and leave it for at least
Better Than Take-Out Cashew Chicken
On November 18, 2024 by PamThis dinner takes 20 minutes to prepare. It is great for a busy day and you can use thighs or breasts. You can serve it with rice or just in a bowl. It is REALLY delicious! Cut up 4 boneless chicken thighs or 2 boneless chicken breasts. Put them in a large ziploc bag with
Healthy Applesauce Muffins
On October 29, 2024 by PamThese muffins have NO sugar or eggs and they are “flexible” – you can add apple pieces, nuts, seeds, chocolate chips, oatmeal or whatever you want to add to customize them according to what you love in a good muffin. I actually love baking muffins because you can take the basic recipe and just make
The Barbequed Turkey
On October 14, 2024 by PamThis year, we barbequed our Thanksgiving turkey. We were so grateful to be able to spend a couple of days as a family – riding bikes, going for a walk, talking, eating and just being together – the real meaning of Thanksgiving. This year, we roasted a 16 lb turkey. We heated the BBQ to
Caramelized Onions
On September 27, 2024 by PamEvery year, I buy a couple of large bags of onions, slice them up, add some balsamic vinegar and a bit of sugar and salt and pepper and create some caramelized onions that I can use all winter on pizza or charcuterie boards (they are great with cheese). This year, I found an EVEN easier
Pumpkin Breakfast Cookies
On September 23, 2024 by PamWelcome to Fall! Pumpkins everywhere! 3 weeks until Thanksgiving! Leaves are changing colour, evening are cooler…sweater weather! This simple recipe makes a great morning breakfast for anyone who is “on the run” or a mid-morning pick up. Today, I had the help of my little friend, Charlotte who loved dumping and mixing and tasting. These
Beef and Broccoli
On September 11, 2024 by PamFor a quick meal that is healthy and delicious, throw together this dish in about 20 minutes. 1 lb of steak, cut into thin strips1/2 teaspoon of ground white pepper Season the meat with the white pepper and set it aside. Combine 1/3 cup of soya sauce and 1/3 cup of water and 1 tablespoon
Grilled Peach Halloumi Salad with Basil Balsamic Vinaigrette
On August 19, 2024 by PamHello, halloumi…this salty, creamy grilling cheese tastes great with just about anything but especially when nestled in a salad alongside sweet grilled peaches, plenty of greens and fresh balsamic dressing. This salad is SO easy to put together and is a wonderful addition to any summer BBQ. Dressing 1/4 cup of olive oil1/4 cup fresh
Moroccan-Spiced Carrot and Chickpea Salad
On July 21, 2024 by PamSatisfying and delicious and a perfect compliment to any dinner – winter, spring, summer or fall. Easy to make and can be kept for several days. You can make a batch and then eat it for lunch or dinner as a side dish all week. This side dish will really spice up your mealtime –
Healthy Summer Eating – Burgers and Fries
On June 26, 2024 by PamSpinach and Feta Turkey Burgers1 – 1/4 lbs of lean ground turkey1 – 1/2 cups of finely chopped fresh spinach4 ounces of crumbled feta cheese2 cloves of minced garlice1/4 cup of bread crumbs (I use gluten free)1 tablespoon of Italian Seasoning1 large egg2 teaspoons of Worcestershire Sauce (I use gluten free)1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
Recent Comments