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Summer Fruit Dip

Recipe I’m keeping it simple this week folks. I’m sure many of you have seen this recipe before, but I just recently had to search for it because I needed a fruit dip for a bridal shower. I thought I’d … Continue reading

Who Has Become Stranger Since The Pandemic? Us Or The Animals?

Last month I thought when a lobster fisherman in Maine ended up in the mouth of a humpback whale only to be unceremoniously spit out like a cherry pit because he did not taste nearly as good as an octopus… … Continue reading

Chilli Casserole with Sour Cream Mash Potatoes

Recipe I greatly appreciate when people share a recipe with me that they have enjoyed, and this is another one. My friend said this casserole was so good, that she had the leftovers for breakfast the next day. It’s also … Continue reading

As The Lockdown Lifts, Society Shifts… To The Wrong Side.

Now that we have apparently, allegedly and for the most part, controlled but not beaten COVID-19, we are about to be inundated with lists of protocols on how to socially reconnect with a world that’s been shackled and on house … Continue reading

Cilantro Lime Rice

Recipe Cilantro is one of those herbs that people either hate or love. Apparently, it all comes down to genetics on whether you taste a warm, spicy flavour or soap! I am one of those people who loves cilantro and … Continue reading

Ranch Chicken Enchiladas

Recipe This is another recipe that was recommended to me. If you are a ranch fan, you will love these. They are a tex-mex version of enchiladas. Easy to prepare and a simply delicious meal. If you don’t want to … Continue reading

Texas Barbecue Pulled Pork

Recipe Pulled pork sandwiches are one of my favourite things to make when serving a group of people. They are great any time of the year but especially in the summer when you don’t want to turn the stove on. … Continue reading

Refried Bean Quesadillas

Recipe Thank you goes out to Crystal for sharing this vegetarian recipe that her family enjoys. The filling can be made ahead, and quesadillas assembled and cooked before serving. Refried Bean Quesadillas • 1 tbsp oil • 1 onion or … Continue reading

Easy Homemade Meatballs

Recipe I sent out a request for recommended recipes and my son’s girlfriend sent me a recipe for her favourite meatballs. I like to double the recipe and freeze some for future meals. These can be used in spaghetti sauce, … Continue reading

Strawberry Rhubarb Loaf

Recipe I’ll admit I was stumped for a recipe this week, until my friend came to my rescue. She was telling me that she made this loaf using rhubarb from her garden and it was moist and delicious. She’s an … Continue reading