I love this recipe. Initially worked up as a way to use up leftover sweet potato or squash from pie-making or meals, I now double up the batch and add in whatever leftover mashed veggies we have from supper to make up the "2 cups" of mash needed for the recipe. This makes a large dark, moist loaf -- great with a cup of coffee!
Read MoreNothing heralds the holidays for my taste buds quite like a slab of war cake next to my morning cup of coffee. This is a traditional recipe in our family, dating back to days of wartime rationing -- this version an adaptation of my great aunt's! It only gets better as it ages, so make two -- one for eating and one for keeping.
Read MoreA number of years ago, suffering holiday burnout, I decided to simplify my holidays. Under the "keeping it simple, keeping it fun" motto, I issued myself an annual gifting challenge -- one year everything had to be "previously loved", discovered in thrift stores and antique shops. Another year, I used reusable wrappings for everything -- tea towels and fabric ribbons make great wrapping paper and a gal can never have too many new tea towels! What are your holiday strategies to keep the holidays fun and stress-free?
Read MoreEasy to double or triple, great for canning, and a tasty family favourite! This batch costs about $8 to make, with plenty of leftovers. :)
Read MoreMy recipe for "lazy-ass cabbage rolls". ;) This is a great freezer casserole and can easily be made in quantity.
Read MoreDo you like those pink pickled turnip spears as much as we do? Make your own!
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