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Old-Fashioned Bread Pudding with Vanilla Sauce

Recipe Bread pudding is where leftover stale bread gets a second chance at greatness. Up until recently I didn’t like the idea of bread pudding, but then something life changing happened; my mom made some and brought me a sample. … Continue reading

HERB AND CITRUS OVEN ROASTED CHICKEN

Recipe Try this easy, elegant, roasted chicken with fresh lemons, oranges and herbs and you won’t be disappointed. It’s perfect for weeknight meals or a casual dinner party when you want something special yet simple. Once the chicken has baked, … Continue reading

Crispy Roasted Rosemary Sweet Potatoes

Recipe My mother-in-law was telling me about a sweet potato dish that she enjoyed at the Thanksgiving meal she attended. With a little research I’ve found a recipe that looks exactly like the one she had described. It’s extremely easy … Continue reading

Carrot Cake

Recipe This classic carrot cake is perfectly moist and not overly sweet. The cream cheese frosting has a marshmallow-like fluffiness. If you’re not a fan of walnuts, they can be omitted. Carrot Cake Ingredients: • 4 large eggs, room temp … Continue reading

Best Apple Crisp

Recipe Apple Crisp is a favourite fall dessert, and a recipe most people have on hand. This apple crisp with thinly sliced Granny Smith apples baked with a cinnamon glaze and a delicious oat/crumb topping is one of the best … Continue reading

Slow Cooker Split Pea Soup

Recipe Use a leftover ham bone to make this creamy, satisfying, and very wholesome soup. Cooking it low and slow is the best method for creating creamy, delicious split pea soup. It all starts with a 16 ounce bag of … Continue reading

ARUGULA & NECTARINE SALAD

Recipe This arugula and nectarine salad with a fresh basil dressing is pretty to serve and delicious for summer or fall. My sister sent me this recipe and told me it’s a “must try”. Nectarines are in season right now … Continue reading

CHICKEN STUFFED FRENCH BREAD

Recipe Several years ago I hosted a potluck, and a friend brought this delicious stuffed French bread. It was a nice addition; sliced up, and served for lunch. This is also a great dinner recipe for those busy weekdays. It … Continue reading

Zucchini Chocolate Brownies

Recipe The most gooey, chocolatey zucchini brownies ever! You’d never guess that these are a healthier version brownie, made with whole wheat flour, zucchini and applesauce in place of the oil. It’s a great way to use up that zucchini … Continue reading

Homemade Tzatziki

Recipe I can’t think of a better time to make this recipe with cucumbers and fresh herbs being in season. Tzatziki is a classic, Greek, cucumber, yogurt, sauce or dip that has become very popular in recent years. It traditionally … Continue reading