Spanish Rice

Spanish Rice

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”

Roast Turkey

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”

Cinnamon Ornaments Perfected

A lovely part of a handmade Christmas. These cinnamon ornaments can be hung on a tree, strung into garland, or used as gift embellishments.   INGREDIENTS: * The nutmeg and cloves are optional, but add to the scent. Nutmeg is quite a bit more expensive than cinnamon and cloves. If you omit either,… Read more“Cinnamon Ornaments Perfected”

Spices – how to keep them organized

Labelled spice jars in alphabetical order on three-tiered shelf in cupboard. Julia Stewart photo.

Spices put life into your cooking. But, I tend to use my usual seasonings – salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, etc. – especially when I’m in a hurry. A few years ago, my sister gave me six very cute little jars. I loved them and thought I would like to put… Read more“Spices – how to keep them organized”