Winter and salads don’t usually invoke a shared memory. When I think back to foods we used to eat in winter during my childhood, there were mostly big dishes filled with hearty stews, soups, casseroles and meat with grains. There was Salisbury steak, pork chops cooked in rice in a dutch oven with green peppers (don’t even […]
Endive, Fennel and Barley Salad Read More »
It’s funny how when the weather turns crummy, most people turn to heavy stews soups and casseroles. They bust out the slow cooker and cook up a big old hunk of beef with a side of potatoes and gravy. But for me, when winter comes, I long for the easy food. Quickly tossed together salads
Roasted Beet and Goat Cheese Salad with Candied Walnuts Read More »
Today, on day two of a seven week cleanse (more on this later)….I bring you this lovely fall salad. Filled with the fresh tastes of the waning harvest, this salad is a perfect way to use up those little niggling bits and pieces hanging out in your fridge. Last zucchini, last corn and the newly
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Todays’ post comes to us from Shellina of The Frugal Flambe. Shellina is a wife, mom and blogger from Minneapolis, Minnesota. She writes for her own food blog devoted to educating families on the emotional and financial benefits of eating at home- The Frugal Flambe. With a new recipe or tip every day, it’s your one-stop-read for
{Guest Post: Shellina from The Frugal Flambe} Fresh Garden Bruschetta Read More »
Summer has finally peeked out from behind the clouds here in Victoria and we’ve been taking advantage of every barely warm moment. If it’s not raining, we find something to do . Last week we had to go downtown for a little eyeglass repair emergency (the trouble with kids…), and hit the busy streets right
Salt Roasted Beet & Barley Salad with Creamy Lemon Vanilla Dressing Read More »
Today I’m exhausted. I felt like looking at this gorgeous summer shot of the sun. Why? Well, because I haven’t seen it in a few weeks. I thought it might perk me up a bit. I think it’s working. December is here and that means a lot of busy weekends, exhausting work days and shopping and decorating
Back to Basics: Culinary Fundamentals (Goat Cheese) Read More »
Today I’m on my way. Where? You ask… Today I am travelling via ferry to a land of wonder and adult frivolity. Today, bags packed, car filled to the tippy top, air conditioning cranked (sorry Mother Nature, but it’s freakin’ hot okay), kids strapped into car seats and snacks hidden in every nook and cranny,
Prosciutto Wrapped Figs and a Winner! Read More »
It’s that time of year that I like to be outside, my toes dug deep into warm soil as a dig weeds out of every nook and cranny in my garden. I’m a bit anal about keeping those free riders out of my expensive organic fertilizer and compost. If you don’t give me something in return, then
Cobb Salad and Natural Gardening Read More »
Happy St. Patrick’s Day! Sadly, I didn’t bother with the gren themed food or drink this year, as I’m Irish all the time… I do have a fabulous lamb stew though, if you are looking for something specifically “Irish-y”, you’ll find it here. There is also a fabulous beer bread to go with it as
Dijon Rosemary Chicken and Roasted Beet Salad with Horseradish Cream Read More »
Spring has sprung my friends! Today is more of a lesson in the fine art of grilling meat than it is a recipe, so no long lists of ingredients will haunt you this fine afternoon. One of the most popular questions I get asked by friends, family and readers alike is “how do you tell
Grilling the Perfect Steak Read More »