Soup weather! I said IT’S SOUP WEATHER! I get excited when I make soup; there’s something so nourishing and comforting about a big ol’ pot of soup on the go on the stove. This one is so good! It ticks all the boxes: rich, filling, sweet, spicy, makes the house smell divine! Drooling yet? Let’s …
It’s a quick and easy tart that’s ready in less than 30 minutes. I served it with caramel drizzle and a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Asian Pear & Apple Tart Preheat oven to 375 degrees 1 Asian Pear (aka: Japanese Apple/Pear) 1 Golden Delicious Apple 1 tablespoon Flour 1 teaspoon Cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon Nutmeg …
At last I can turn my oven back on! Muffins are an easy way to get you warmed up for the baking season! Banana Crunch Muffins Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Line muffin tin with paper liners and set aside. 1 1/2 cup Flour 1 teaspoon Baking Soda 1 teaspoon Baking Powder 1/2 teaspoon Salt …
The intense marinade is what makes these veggies so delicious. I made up a big batch and used it for BSCB* too! Ginger Sesame Marinade 1/4 cup Soy Sauce 1/3 cup Red Wine Vinegar 1/4 cup Sesame Oil 1/2 cup Canola Oil 3 tablespoons Fresh Ginger (grated) 1 tablespoon Fish Sauce 1 clove Fresh Garlic …
Compote is different from jam in that it’s looser in consistency and aside from any natural pectin in the fruit there’s no added stabilizers. The cheesecake to go with the compote is my variation of Nigella’s Cherry Cheesecake recipe. Berry Compote 1/2 cup Fresh Strawberries 1/2 cup Fresh Blueberries 1/4 cup Fresh Raspberries 1/2 cup …
A quick cake to keep handy for all that zucchini you’re planting. Chocolate Zucchini Cake 1 cup (120g) grated Zucchini 1/2 cup (118ml) Buttermilk 1/2 cup (118ml) Canola or Vegetable Oil 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract 2 large Eggs 1 1/4 cup (156g) Flour 3/4 cup (143g) Sugar 1/4 cup (27g) Cocoa Powder 1 teaspoon Baking …
I often call this Cheaters Bolognese, because of it’s shameless use of jared marinara. No apologies! The short-cut from the grocery makes this a speedy weekday favorite that tastes like it was simmered for hours. Sausage Bolognese 1 lb. (500g) Sweet Italian Sausage 1 lb. (500g) Ground Beef 2 tablespoons Olive Oil 1 cup (200g) …
Surprisingly hearty soup! The cumin is a nice touch and adds a lot of character. Carrot Soup 3lbs (1.5 kilos) Fresh Carrots 4 cups (946ml) Veggie or Chicken Stock 4 cups (946ml) Water 1 1/2 cup (354ml) Orange Juice 2 Garlic Cloves 2 teaspoons Ground Cumin 2 teaspoons grated Fresh Ginger 1/2 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper …
Have you been to The Kitchn? I’ve been inspired to try out their wonderful recipes! Of course I had to tinker slightly with the recipe, I can’t help it! Note: Super important that all your ingredients are room temp. Also: I put my dough in the fridge for 20 mins before baking then returned it …
It’s a seriously easy, but flavorful, side dish! Lemon Orzo Salad 1 lb. box Orzo Pasta 1/2 cup (20g) Fresh Parsley (finely chopped) 1/3 cup (13g) Fresh Dill (finely chopped) 10 oz. crumbled Feta Cheese (optional) Cook pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water for 10-12 minutes or until tender. Drain and set …
Kathleen Rear 