This soup, from the Best of Bridge series of cookbooks, was a staple when I was growing up. My mom used to make double batches and store the extra in 2L ice cream containers in the fridge, and we would happily live off leftovers until it was gone. It can easily be made ahead in a slow cooker.
Read MoreIs there anything better than a ginger cookie? My favourite ginger cookies are the ones that are crispy on the outside and wonderfully chewy in the middle. This recipe makes approximately 3 dozen.
Read MoreWhile my execution could use refinement (a side effect of making things up as you go along, like I tend to do when assembling birthday cakes and Halloween costumes, and pretty much anything else I create), and I learned a very important lesson -- the Heart of the TARDIS is not, in fact, custard -- he was impressed with the results.
Read MoreI wouldn't be entirely lying if I admitted I call these "boiled onions" instead of "candied onions" to keep the kids away from them.. These flavour explosions are one of the holiday foods I look forward to most!
Read MoreAugust is August, and I've often joked that it should be renamed "Zucchini", as this is the month our CSA shares start being filled with lovely summer squash. How do you like to use up zucchini? I've shared some ideas.
Read MoreSweet potatoes have a lot going for them. They store well and they're easy to prepare. They are also rich in anti-oxidants, iron, magnesium, and vitamins (including B6, C and D) -- a number of these being known "stress busters", so is it any wonder this curry is becoming a favorite comfort food?
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