Category: Baking

Pumpkin Pie

Pumpkin Pie

Pumpkin Pie is a sure symbol of fall and harvest. Originating in Canada and the United States, originally pumpkin was stewed with spices. It’s hard to imagine Thanksgiving without Pumpkin Pie. We’ve been using this recipe for decades and decades in our family and it…

Pizza – Gluten and Gluten Free

Pizza – Gluten and Gluten Free

Pizza crust is so easy to make and carb count. Use Tipo “00” pizza flour; which is very finely ground and flavourful. Caputo brand is our favourite, Gluten and Gluten Free. Bread flour will give a New York style crispier crust; All Purpose flour will…

Gluten Free Mini Cheese Muffins

Gluten Free Mini Cheese Muffins

This quick mini muffin recipe can use different cheeses and/or herbs each time you make them. Feta and thyme, Parmesan and basil/oregano, Cheddar and parsley/chives.

Cheesecake

Cheesecake

Even though we think of New York and Cheesecake, it has actually been around since ancient Greece; and every country has its own version. Make this Cheesecake the day before serving.

Chocolate Fondue

Chocolate Fondue

This has been our “go to” Chocolate Fondue recipe for more than 4 decades! Easy and delicious! It’s the perfect dessert for a crowd.

Chocolate Mousse

Chocolate Mousse

This easy French dessert is even better the next day!

Grilled Peaches

Grilled Peaches

It might sound crazy, but we’ve had grilled peaches as a side dish with chicken, fish or pork; we’ve had it for dessert, and as part of the cheese board. Compliment the peaches with cheese, drizzle a little honey, or serve with some cookies/cake or…

Swedish Cream

Swedish Cream

This is our quick version of Swedish Cream; whipped cream and sour cream together with sugar and berries or fruit. Perfect for summer desserts or brunch treats. It is creamy and a little more substantial than whipped cream.

Chocolate Dipped Strawberries

Chocolate Dipped Strawberries

Many special occasions are marked with chocolate dipped strawberries. Decadent whether with milk chocolate or dark, perfect with brunch or dinner. Just pour a dry Sparkling Wine or Prosecco!

Homemade Soft Pretzels: Twists, Bites, and Hot Dogs

Homemade Soft Pretzels: Twists, Bites, and Hot Dogs

This recipe is quick and easy and very versatile. It can be used to make traditional soft pretzel twists, snack-sized bites, or my girls favorite pretzel-wrapped hot dogs.