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This Swiss steak supreme makes a rich gravy and can be made in the slow cooker for an easy weekday meal. I serve it over mashed potatoes with a garden salad on the side. Serves 6. INGREDIENTS: 2 cups Tomato sauce 1 tsp Dried whole oregano 1 tsp … Read more“Swiss Steak Supreme”
This is the nicest sweet and sour recipe I’ve ever made. A good, balanced flavor. Serve over rice or noodles with a vegetable stir-fry.
With a little bit of planning, the slow cooker can be your best friend in your kitchen. Knowing that supper will be ready after a busy day and coming home to the aroma of wholesome food cooking is a good thing. Benefits and Tips Some favorite slow cooker recipes: Chilli… Read more“Slow Cooker Helpful Hints”
Spaghetti squash is full of nutrients and low in calories making it a healthy substitute for pasta. My husband and I were pleasantly surprised by how much we enjoyed this. I chose to assemble it in individual portions for a different presentation. Serve with garden salad and garlic bread. Oh,… Read more“Spaghetti Squash Lasagna”
Chicken tetrazzini is a delicious way to use leftover chicken. Serve with Caesar Salad made with homemade croutons. You can also make it with leftover turkey. Serves 6. INGREDIENTS: 250 G Medium egg noodles 1 cup Fresh mushrooms, sliced 2 tbsp Butter 2 tbsp All-purpose flour… Read more“Chicken Tetrazzini”
A weekday meal that is easy to prepare, Spanish rice is a favourite way to use leftover ham. Use your enamel cast iron pot for a one-pot meal. Serves 4-6. INGREDIENTS: 1 cup Long grain rice 1 cup Water 1 can (28 oz) Stewed tomatoes 1… Read more“Spanish Rice”
Use your leftover chilli in a taco salad – a quick and healthy weekday meal. I like to serve up individual salads for each person. INGREDIENTS (amounts are determined by your personal preference): DIRECTIONS: Prepare vegetables and cheese. Layer ingredients on a dinner plate as listed – lettuce, onion, tomato, cheese,… Read more“Taco Salad”
We have the privilege of living on Prince Edward Island and having access to fresh, world-renowned seafood all year round. P.E.I.’s world famous oysters are a particular treat. Some people love them raw. I love them baked. First things first. How do you open an oyster? Here is a video of my… Read more“Baked Oysters”
Turkey dinner isn’t complete without the dressing, and a homemade bread dressing makes it even better! INGREDIENTS: (NOTE: These measurements are approximations and can be easily adjusted to your desired taste and texture. The secret to a good homemade dressing is adding the right amount of seasoning, so be sure… Read more“Bread Dressing or Stuffing for Turkey Dinner”
The smell of roast turkey cooking in the oven is a sure sign of a special occasion. I choose not to stuff my turkey because of food safety precautions and dietary restrictions. INGREDIENTS: 1 Turkey 1 Large onion, cut into large pieces 4 cups Chicken broth 1 –… Read more“Roast Turkey”
