A simple little winter treat, to make use of the wonderful oranges available this time of year. Use to garnish desserts, or to serve alone, as a little something at the end of a special meal. There are a few steps to this, but none of them difficult. The first time I ever made these…
Category: Christmas
Gingered Carrots
Our first truck was a ’47 Ford 1 Ton. Dark green with gold detailing, and very much a work truck. In the early eighties, with my hair in braids, wearing a down vest, and gum boots, I loved being the one that would go to town to pick up supplies, whether it was feed or…
Poultry Gravy (do ahead, or for when you just want some)
Sometimes it’s just way easier to do something ahead of time. Every “gather-round-the-table” celebration is more enjoyable if the tasks are shared between several, and it isn’t all done “just before”. When a turkey is pulled from the oven, and set to rest on its cutting board, there are usually other pots simmering, and people…
Cranberry Bars
When cranberries are fresh in the fall, I buy several pounds of them, to store in the freezer. I use them for all sorts of baking, adding to savoury stuffings, sliced thinly to garnish, or to add as a tart bite to salads. They’re a great addition to home-made dog food, too (in case you…
Bourbon Pecan Bites
It’s nice to have a delicate little cookie with a cup of tea. It’s also nice to have a bit of cookie with a soft pudding or crème dessert. This little bite of wonderfulness, is very simple, and quick to make.
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