Melange of Vegetables and Mixed Beans Miso Soup
Who doesn’t enjoy a big steamy bowl of wholesome soup? One night I decided this would be the ticket to use up my bits and pieces of...
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Jan 6, 20123 min read
Quick and Easy Dinner…Fresh Cranberry Nachos and Apple Dumplings?!
I’m back in TO from the ‘Peg and into full swing preparing for a new year. Happy 2012 to you and your loved ones! Speaking of loved ones…...
Dec 17, 20113 min read
Brisket is a Great Accessory for the Holidays
Forget the meatballs …well maybe don’t forget them if you fear a revolt from those who look forward to them…but you can add something...
Dec 15, 20112 min read
Rebel with an Organic Endive Vichyssoise Cause
What the heck do you use endive for outside of a scoop for an appetizer and in salad? I like to mix up and try varied vegetables in my...
Nov 27, 20112 min read
Chinese Food Take Out at Christmas…Memories
It was a great Spanish cooking class last Friday. Intimate conversation, with genuine people. The Mussels in Deconstructed Romesco Sauce...
Jul 24, 20113 min read
“Sushi Night!” in the Afternoon?!…Uramaki Recipe too!
This afternoon I gave a Sushi Night!” class. Yes you read right…sushi night in the afternoon. We had the traditional Japanese sushi,...
May 11, 20112 min read
Whole Roasted Succulent Fish
It’s been about two months since I have been in my empty little nest. Turns out it hasn’t been very empty at all. My son, nephew,...
Apr 9, 20113 min read
Are You there Yet? First Meal in My New Home
I am so blessed to have friends that really do care. All week long I have been receiving emails and phone calls asking, “Are you moved in...
Mar 21, 20112 min read
Fresh Fava Beans… a Favourite
Fresh fava beans are in season. Yipee. I love the way they look and their slightly crunchy texture and fresh like spring taste. They...
Mar 18, 20113 min read
Anything Can Be Soup?
We’re moving at the end of the month. Not far, just a couple of subway stops down. So to lighten the load, we’re trying to consume or use...
Mar 16, 20113 min read
Mexican Power Lunch Salad Bowl…Pronto!
Both my young adult children have busy lives with work, play, and whatever else they do. We have many discussions about their trying to...
Mar 10, 20114 min read
Honey Lemon Glazed Whole Roasted Chicken with Zucchini Walnut Apricot Spelt Stuffing
A couple of inspirations for this recipe… I purchased a Rowe Farms whole chicken, very economical for about $14.95. It was begging for...
Feb 13, 20112 min read
Sher’s Xinxin de Galinha (Brazilian Braised Chicken and Prawns)
This dish is so fragrant and has the unusual pairing of prawns and chicken. It’s quick and one of my most satisfying comfort foods after...
Sep 16, 20101 min read
Chunky Tequila Lime Basil Guacamole
Serves 2 (double or increase recipe proportionately if serving more people) 1/2 ripe firm tomato, medium dice 1 whole California Haas...
Aug 18, 20101 min read
Still No Groceries…Look Ma I Just Made Myself Lunch
No milk, no bread, few veggies, little fruit….oh my…guess who needs to go get some food stuff tonight?? Thought I’d share with you my...
May 18, 20091 min read
Creamy Roasted Eggplant Orange Pepper Dip
1 tablespoon (15 ml) + 1 teaspoon (5 ml) Extra Virgin Olive Oil 1 small eggplant 1 orange bell pepper 1 small onion 4 large garlic cloves...
May 3, 20091 min read
Chunks of Cheese n Crunch… Colours of Spring Salad
Chunks of Cheese n Crunch...Colours of Spring Salad Serves 4–6 2 cups purple cabbage, coarsely chopped 1 cup baby arugula leaves 1 cup...
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Apr 19, 20092 min read
Chicken & Swiss Chard Verde Enchilada [..] w/Tree Nut Shallot Sauce
Chicken and Swiss Chard Verde Enchilada Casserole with Tree Nut Shallot Sauce 3 boneless chicken thighs, cooked and julienned or shredded...
Nov 7, 20082 min read
Chicken Phyllo Spring Rolls with Indian Inspired Cranberry Chutney
Chicken Phyllo Spring Rolls with Indian Inspired Cranberry Chutney Serves 6 Olive oil for frying and brushing 6 small chicken thighs,...
Nov 7, 20081 min read
Indian Curried Corn and Tomatoes
Indian Curried Corn and Tomatoes Serves 4 1 – 2 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil for frying ½ tsp. cumin seeds ½ tsp. mustard seeds 2 cloves...
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