It is a good idea to go through your freezer and pantry every week to find any ingredients you may have forgotten. Half a box of frozen pasta, some frozen bacon and frozen peas. I used my favourite quick recipe (pasta + Parmesan+ greens) and added bacon for a quick and delicious meal. This Pasta […]
I don’t know if you feel the same way, but potato salad is something I can eat every day. It might be nice to try different varieties of potato salad, and this Herby Potato Salad is a great light and fresh option for spring. This salad features tender baby potatoes, light, zesty lemon-Dijon dressing, and […]
HOW MUCH PESTO DO YOU NEED? This dish can be made with any pesto. This time, I used basil pesto. But a red pesto would be great. Pesto can be quite expensive, but many brands are more affordable. You can find Alessi, Barilla and Classico or Filippo Berio. WHAT ELSE CAN YOU ADD? If you […]
Radishes are one the most beautiful vegetables I have ever seen, thanks to their reddish-purple exterior and white flesh. Except for a few thin slices in a salad or taco, I didn’t enjoy radishes until I tried them roasted. The flavour of roasted radishes is quite different from fresh, and it’s a great side dish. […]
I will choose crepes over pancakes in the battle of crepes vs. pancakes. Why? Because they can be made with any combination of sweet and savory fillings. Their thin texture also means that I can eat more without feeling stuffed. While a stack of fluffy pancakes is a great option, crepes are my favorite. Do […]
I have been enjoying looking through old recipes from the Great Depression. I am always amazed at how simple they are. These recipes are always simple, with only a few ingredients and rarely seasoned but still filling. The simplicity of these recipes inspired this Vegetables & Gravy recipe. However, I ensured it was properly seasoned […]
There is no comparison between the intensely tart-sweet, juicy flavor of an in-season tomato and its bland, meek counterpart from the cold weather. A single ingredient can greatly improve even the best tomatoes. Salt is the key ingredient. It does more than season your food. To be more precise, salting facilitates Osmosis. This is the […]
Super Bowl Sunday is filled with delicious savory options. However, the most popular choices tend to be heavy and cheesy. Vegans, along with those who are looking for lighter options, are left scratching their heads. There must be more than chips and popcorn. We’ve compiled a list of vegan snack options you can enjoy on […]
Two summers ago, I traveled across the country with one of my best friends. New Orleans was our first stop. We tried everything, from gumbo and beignets to our first stop in New Orleans. My favorite meal was the po’boy sandwich from Adams Streetgrocery. Since I hadn’t been back, I decided that I would recreate the […]
Pumpernickel bread is hearty, earthy rye with a strong and toasty flavor. Table. Pumpernickel bread is made from rye flour, water and salt. However, some recipes use wheat flour and rye flour to make a lighter and loftier loaf. This bread’s dough is more sticky than normal. Don’t be alarmed if you are tempted to […]
