We grew up in a large house built in the early years of the 20th century. It stood on the corner lot, anchoring our neighbourhood. There seemed to be kids in every second house, parents with good friendships built during their time there, and we were all well known to each other. We’d play Kick-the-Can…
Category: Christmas
Traditional Poultry Stuffing
When I was very small, I remember watching with fascination, as Mom & Dad would put the turkey in the sink, and proceed to stuff it full of the mixture they’d cooked earlier that morning. They’d skewer it closed, stretching the skin to fit. Hefting the bird into a roaster that we never used…
Sweet & Sour Mustard Sauce
When you go to the trouble to bake a ham, do it justice by making this lovely mustard sauce to go alongside.
Auntie Jane’s Shortbread
My aunt knows how to lay a table. She uses good china, silver, and cloth napkins even for the breakfast table, which is laid the night before. Lunch may be as simple as homemade soup and bread, but somehow it becomes a gracious break in the day, time to sit, and enjoy a small, wonderful…
Tiramifle (Trifle using the Tiramisu method)
Here I’ve taken the basics of tiramisu making, and used them to create a worthy version of trifle. I have always loved making trifle, from baking the sponge, to making the custard, but sometimes there just isn’t time! So make your family happy while keeping your sanity intact, and use this to complete your holiday…
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