Perogies are such an easy addition to a meal - and I absolutely love them. We ate them fairly often when I was growing up, and that habit hasn't changed now that I'm out on my own. What has changed, though, is my desire to make them myself. Don't get me wrong, we did grew... Continue Reading →
Recipe: Mini Chocolate Chip Muffins
You know those days when you're just not feeling all that great? Maybe you're stressed at work, maybe you're sick, maybe you're having some personal problems. Well, I don't know about you, but when I'm having days like that, I tend to crave chocolate. This usually isn't a problem, unless the not-so-great times last for... Continue Reading →
Recipe: Mashed Potatoes with a Kick
Mashed potatoes are one of those basic side dish recipes that almost every home cook has. They're simple, they're tasty, and they go great with just about anything. One of my favourite ways to eat mashed potatoes is with gravy, of course. Particularly a gravy made from the drippings of roast beef. But these mashed... Continue Reading →
Recipe: Tomato Cheddar Soup
I've always found it odd that taste - in particular, taste in relation to food - can change so much over time. I wasn't a fan of tomato soup as a kid. I would eat it, but I'd much rather have a different kind. Something creamier, like Cream of Broccoli or Cream of Mushroom. Or,... Continue Reading →
Recipe: Sweet and Spicy Panini-grilled Salmon Steaks
Fish is one of my favourite meats. I love the subtle flavour differences that are found in each different type of fish, and the spices or herbs that you can add only increase that flavour. Plus, as a bonus, it's usually pretty easy to prepare a meal featuring a fish fillet or steak. This panini-grilled salmon steak meets each of those... Continue Reading →
