Peaches... I have a love-hate relationship with peaches. When they're tender and sweet, I think they're amazing. But, when they're too tart, I end up regretting having bought them. And somehow, I always end up liking peaches once they've been baked into something. Maybe the baking transforms them somehow, or maybe they're just affected by the... Continue Reading →
Recipe review: Imperial Sugar’s Caramel Banana Muffins
So, I have a rule: If a recipe contains the word "muffin" in the title, whatever that recipe makes is acceptable to eat for breakfast. I think I've mentioned that rule on this blog before, but I felt you might need a reminder with this post. Because today's muffins -- Imperial Sugar's Caramel Banana Muffins --... 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 review: Company’s Coming’s Pumpkin Muffins
Okay, so maybe it's a bit late in the season for pumpkin-and-spice-flavoured foods. But I had a craving, so I went looking for a recipe that I thought might be good. The Company's Coming Pumpkin Muffins (found on page 34 in their Muffins and More cookbook) looked like the ideal solution for my craving. They promised... Continue Reading →
Recipe review: Mimi’s Giant Whole-Wheat Banana-Strawberry Muffins
Muffins are just awesome, aren't they? They're almost like cake, but more acceptable to eat for breakfast. These particular muffins, Mimi's Giant Whole-Wheat Banana-Strawberry Muffins (posted on the All Recipes site), make for a particularly good breakfast. They're filling, delicious and relatively healthy. My favourite part of these muffins is their flavour. I was a bit hesitant... Continue Reading →