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This past Saturday I wanted to try something a little different from the usual muffins or coffee cake, but still stay in that general theme. I thumbed through a freezer bag of old recipes I had tucked away in a drawer and came across this one for Currant Scones. It looked so tasty and I actually had all of the ingredients on hand so I decided to give it a try. The results were spectacular! Light, flaky and just a touch of sweetness; perfect with coffee or tea. I had mine warm, just as they were but they would also … Continue reading
This is by far one of my favorite recipes! It’s a yummy quinoa salad that is great as a side dish or for the lighter eaters, it can be a full meal. My husband NEVER had quinoa before and I made him try this and now he said he would eat it everyday. It’s super easy to make (for real … this is coming from someone who really doesn’t know how to cook and I make this all the time) 1/4 cup of lime juice or lemon juice (i use lemon juice)2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce1 tablespoon olive oil1 … Continue reading
Ever get tired of the same old same old? I’ve got something fun for you. Rainbow bread. It’s just normal bread, but pretty! And who doesn’t love fresh homemade bread? My kids and husband love it. Even without the dye it looks amazing. I am so proud of myself and love when I get a baking win like this! Recipe : 1 C milk and one egg yolk (total or one cup combined) 3 C flour 2 1/2 T sugar 1 packet active dry yeast 1 1/2 T unsalted butter 2 t Salt red, yellow, green , and blue food … Continue reading
Nanaimo Bars: A Canadian Treat {Recipe}
Monica in For the love of food - 2 comments - posted on Apr 16th, 2013According to many, this bar originated in Nanaimo, British Columbia, when a local women submitted the recipe to the annual Women’s Institute Cookbook. This cookbook was sold in the early 1950s in the region as a fundraiser, it became popular in many of the province’s households. {Photo attribution: Stephanie Spencer (Wikimedia Commons) Nanaimo Bars A Canadian original! Recipe type: Dessert Serves: 18 Stir together and heat in a double boiler until warm: 1/2 cup butter 5 Tbsp. cocoa 1/4 cup white sugar 1 egg (lightly beaten) When above mixture is warm, add the following and stir well: 1 cup coconut 2 cups graham … Continue reading
This dense and delicious carrot cake is the perfect dessert any time of the year and especially at Easter. CARROT CAKE Ingredients 2 cups flour 2 tsp. baking powder 1½ tsp. baking soda 1 tsp. salt 2 tsp. cinnamon 2 cups white sugar ½ cup chopped walnuts 1½ cups vegetable oil 4 eggs 2 cups finely grated carrots 1 – 398ml. (14 ounce) can crushed pineapple – well drained 1 cup coconut CREAM CHEESE ICING – 250g (8 ounces) cream cheese – softened ½ cup butter – softened 2 tsp. vanilla 4 cups icing (confectioners) sugar Instructions In a large … Continue reading
Baked Beans ~ Delicious and Economical {Recipe}
Monica in For the love of food - 3 comments - posted on Feb 24th, 2013We all love baked beans and 3 or 4 times every fall/winter I make a big batch. Served with a delicious loaf of brown bread and some ham or pancakes or as part of a big Sunday brunch you cannot beat homemade baked beans for economy as well as taste I hope you enjoy this recipe, it is adapted from the directions I found on the package of “Webster’s Maritime Grown Yelloweye Beans”. BAKED BEANS Prep time – 12 hours Cook time – 5 hours Total time – 17 hours Yield – 12 cups INGREDIENTS: 907 g (2 lbs) dried … Continue reading
Pancakes ~ Fluffy & Delicious!{Recipe}
Monica in For the love of food - 7 comments - posted on Feb 16th, 2013This is a super easy recipe for the fluffiest, most delicious pancakes. PANCAKES INGREDIENTS – 1 large egg 1 cup milk 1 tsp. vanilla 2 Tbsp. melted butter 1 cup flour 2 Tbsp. white sugar 1/2 tsp. salt 2 tsp. baking powder METHOD – In large bowl combine egg, milk and vanilla. In a separate bowl combine dry ingredients. Pour wet ingredients into dry, stir gently. Pour in melted butter and stir gently until smooth. Ladle mixture into medium/high buttered frying pan. Cook until bubbles appear on surface and underside is golden. Flip and continue cooking until golden. Enjoy with … Continue reading
Easy Chicken & Hummus Wrap
MomRedefined in For the love of food - 2 comments - posted on Nov 1st, 2012My husband used to be skeptical of any food that wasn’t roast beef and mashed potatoes, but over the years he has become used to trying new foods and recipes, and has grown to love foods he wouldn’t have otherwise thought of trying. One such food is hummus, which in the following recipe replaces the mayonnaise or butter he would typically smother on a wrap or bread, and adds a zesty flavour that compliments the other ingredients.You don’t have to put chicken in this wrap, but it’s a great way to use leftover roasted chicken. Actually all of the ingredients … Continue reading