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.
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Slow Cooker Helpful Hints
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 Lasagna
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
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”
Meal Planning
“Get in the habit of meal planning, and soon it will become a regular part of your life.” Emily Ley, “A Simplified Life” Getting healthy, home-cooked meals on the table every day is one of the most important parts of homemaking. Meal planning can help make it happen. Why is… Read more“Meal Planning”
Baked Oysters
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”
Gravy
Gravy is poured on meat, potatoes, dressing and even vegetables so it has to taste good and be served hot. What is better for thickening gravy – cornstarch or flour? My mom always used cornstarch, so I always use cornstarch. Cornstarch is also a good alternative for those with gluten… Read more“Gravy”
Bread Dressing or Stuffing for Turkey Dinner
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”
Turkey Dinner De-Stressed
Turkey dinner, a traditional Thanksgiving and Christmas dinner is a lot of work to prepare and clean-up. Here are my thoughts on making this feast as easy as possible so it’s enjoyable for everyone, including the chef! Step 1: Plan the Menu A week or two before the event, plan the… Read more“Turkey Dinner De-Stressed”
Classic Christmas Wreath
A wreath is a symbol of everlasting life and eternal love. With no beginning and no end, it is timeless. I love a classic Christmas wreath made from evergreen boughs adorned with a simple red bow. They are so easy to make, and you can use the boughs you trim… Read more“Classic Christmas Wreath”