Mother May I?

A Message from Mother May I

To our valued readers, in regard to the Butter Tart Pan Square recipe that appeared in the Around & About paper this week (March 31, 2020); I wish I could say it was an April Fool’s joke. It was brought … Continue reading

Slow Cooker Chicken Rice Soup

Recipe Sitting down to write my column this week I can’t help but think how important it is that we do our best to stay healthy, not only during this new virus outbreak but at all times. Eating healthy and … Continue reading

Mom’s Rice Pudding

Recipe I had supper at my parents’ house the other night and my mom made rice pudding for dessert. It got me thinking that I should put the recipe in my column. It’s been a favourite dessert in our family … Continue reading

Asian Chicken Wraps

Recipe I’m always on the lookout for a new recipe thats quick and easy to take in my lunches. Being a huge fan of peanut sauces, when I came across this recipe online – I just had to try it! … Continue reading

Easy Cannoli Dip

Recipe Cannoli’s are an Italian tube-shaped pastry filled with a sweet, creamy filling usually containing ricotta cheese. Many people would agree that the filling is the best part of the dessert. This recipe allows you to indulge in just the … Continue reading

Best Chocolate Chip Cookies

Recipe Everyone has a chocolate chip cookie recipe; I actually have many. But this recipe promised that these were the “best”. So, I tried it, and they are pretty darn good; my mom even asked for the recipe. The middle … Continue reading

Chicken Gyro

Recipe A gyro (pronounced yee-roh) is a Greek sandwich that is traditional made with lamb, but I came across this recipe using chicken which appealed to me. I prepared the chicken and tzatziki sauce in the morning, so all I … Continue reading

Dill Pickle Dip

Recipe A friend told me this dip was delicious and she was right. If you like store bought dill pickle dip, you will love this homemade version. It’s loaded with chunks of dill pickles, and is delicious served with potato … Continue reading

Loaded Mashed Potato Cakes

Recipe These Leftover Mashed Potato Cakes make an amazing side dish or light dinner or lunch. These are the perfect way to enjoy those leftover potatoes that are sitting in your fridge and the flavour combinations are endless. You can … Continue reading

Homemade Mac and Cheese Casserole

Recipe I believe I may have put this recipe in my column before but it’s worth repeating. I now make this Mac and Cheese casserole for almost every family gathering we have. My daughter is a vegetarian and I like … Continue reading