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Tuna Salad Sundae

We’re all well versed in the benefits of tuna, especially for their omega-3 content. It’s also a great source of lean protein. However, did you know it tastes great in

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Chef Notes: Amanda’s Secret Staple

I had never heard of quinoa until culinary school.  It’s not something you see in your grandmother’s pantry in Alabama.  And honestly, the first time or two I had it

Snacks & Desserts

Chocolate and Coconut Banana Pops

I don’t know about where you live but it has been insanely hot here. Don’t get me wrong. I’m not complaining. I love the heat and miss dearly in January.

Summer

Best of 2011: Blueberry Picking Field Trip

Despite being surrounded by farmland up at our cottage, Scarlett and I rarely visit the farms. However, when we recently had friends up for a visited, I decided it was

Dairy

Chef Notes: Amanda’s Homemade Ricotta

I was reminded of how wonderful homemade ricotta cheese is while at a friend’s party this weekend.  Jeff’s parties are famous for many things and the pot-luck dishes are at

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Blueberry Nectarine Buckle

Ever had a Sonker? How about a Slump? Or a Grunt? Do you even know what I’m talking about? (Oh, that poor Ceri Marsh, she’s finally lost her mind. Too

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Grilled Pork Chops with Apple and Goat Cheese

I’m not sure how this summer is going to roll. Normally, I cook every season other than summer. Summer is when Dan is in charge. He fires the grill and

Winter

Chili

It’s not cold outside. It’s NOT cold outside. It’s NOT COLD OUTSIDE. It’s June, for goodness sake – and it’s cold outside. I could cry. Despite what it says on

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Flatbread Pizza

Let me just start out by saying this is not a recipe. It’s really just an idea for a dinner when you don’t have a lot of time or the

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Victoria Sponge Cupcakes

Thanks to the Queen, we enjoyed a lovely (but very wet) four day weekend in celebration of her jubilee. I ended up being interviewed on the CBC news channel! Check