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August 19, 2014 was a day we will never forget. For about three weeks prior I was concerned that something was going on with my beautiful, energetic, 19 month old girl. Although it was a hot summer and we spent a lot of time playing…
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Horseradish Salmon Burgers with Dill Pickle Mayo
Horseradish Salmon Burgers are a pantry ready meal, quick to make with a salad and full of flavour. We love a Fresh Corn Salad alongside, but really any type of salad will work well. The dill pickle mayo is a must try, close to a…
Burrata with Harissa Oil, Lemon and Crispy Artichokes
This magnificent appetizer takes mere minutes to make and is elegant and definitely company worthy. Harissa Paste, fresh lemons and drained marinated artichokes turn creamy Burrata into an event.
Fresh Corn Salad
At the peak of summer and corn season we always look for new recipes to enjoy the sweet freshly picked corn from the Farmer’s Market. This recipe is a blend of several and we experimented many times until getting it “just right”!
Jalapeño Cream Cheese Dip
Most often, well pretty much always we use fresh Jalapeños. This dip is better with pickled sliced Jalapeños. Heat the dip and use taco chips to gather some of the spices, gooey dip or use as a condiment on Tostados or Tacos. Easy enough to…
Betty Crocker Angel Food Cake Mix
Angel Food Cakes originated in the United States during the mid 1800’s, where it is a matter of debate – Missouri or Pennsylvania. Who doesn’t love Angel Food Cake with strawberries and whipped cream or ice cream? Growing up, it was one of the first…
Braised Butter Beans with Greens
Reminiscent of a lunch we had in Italy years ago, butter beans are so versatile. Perfect for soups, stews, salads and as a side dish. We love this simple meal on a hot summer day!
Green Peppercorn Sauce with Steak
Peppercorns are picked green, and when they are dried in the sun, they become black peppercorns. Green are quickly dehydrated to retain the green color and packed in salt water brine to preserve them. The Moulin Family in France (Moulin Poivre Vert) hand selects green…
Gluten Free Perogies
Joe’s Gluten-Free Foods Ltd, Regina, Saskatchewan; is a dedicated GF Facility making all kinds of baked goods, including pirogies/perogies. Regular Gluten Perogies are easy enough to make once you get organized, but GF dough is just not the same.
Steak Pita’s with Herb Labneh
We have found the best Gluten Free Pita’s, untraditionally shaped but delicious just the same from “Promise” Bakery located in Ireland. Their products are showing up in Canadian stores, sometimes fresh and sometimes in the freezer section. Make Herb Labneh earlier in the day along…
Pork Tacos
These tacos are a snap to make even when making your own Homemade Corn Tortillas and Peach/Mango Salsa.