Every winter, I try to develop a new casserole recipe and this Roasted Butternut Squash, Sausage, and Spinach Casserole is my newest creation. I am a huge fan of casseroles, especially ones like this one, that can be made ahead and frozen for later baking. Casseroles make a hearty, filling, and satisfying meal when a side salad is added along with rolls, bread, or biscuits. Continue reading Roasted Butternut Squash, Sausage, and Spinach Casserole
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Chocolate Pots de Crème Recipe
When you want a sublime, velvety smooth, rich chocolate dessert, Chocolate Pots de Crème are always a great option. Made with only seven ingredients, these Pots de Crème will be adored by any chocolate lover. Continue reading Chocolate Pots de Crème Recipe
Chicken Francese Recipe
I am a huge fan of one skillet stovetop dinners and, today, I am sharing my recipe for Chicken Francese with you. This restaurant quality dish is basically pan-fried battered chicken breast cutlets served in a lemony white wine sauce. This savory dish is easy enough to make for a weeknight meal, but is certainly (at least in my opinion) suitable for company fare, too. Continue reading Chicken Francese Recipe
Creamy Ham and Potato Chowder
A tummy-warming chowder is always welcome on the table, especially on cool fall and cold winter days. I am a big fan of devising ways to use leftover meat to extend its use and number of servings possible. Today, I am sharing my recipe for Ham and Potato Chowder that makes great use of leftover cooked ham. Continue reading Creamy Ham and Potato Chowder
Vegetable Hash Using Leftover Cooked Vegetables
One of my absolute favorite comfort food meals is Vegetable Hash made using leftover cooked vegetables. Continue reading Vegetable Hash Using Leftover Cooked Vegetables
No-bake Peanut Butter Marshmallow Square
I am into my vintage recipe files and have chosen the No-bake Peanut Butter Marshmallow Square recipe to share with you today. This retro square that many of us grew up with is known by a multitude of names including Confetti Square (owing to the confetti-colored marshmallows) and Butterscotch Marshmallow Square (owing to the butterscotch chips). Continue reading No-bake Peanut Butter Marshmallow Square
Rum and Eggnog Cake Recipe
This moist and delicious Rum and Eggnog Cake is made from scratch then coated with a rum and eggnog glaze. Rum and Eggnog Cake is a classic adult treat around the holidays. As such, this cake is not intended for consumption by children. The cake is easy to make and is the perfect holiday dessert. Continue reading Rum and Eggnog Cake Recipe
Snowball Cookie Balls Recipe
These delightful confections are known by many names including Snowball Cookies, Russian Tea Cakes, Mexican Wedding Cookies, Swedish Tea Cakes, Italian Wedding Cookies, Butterballs, Polvorones, and many more. Their origin is unclear but, as the many names suggest, they are enjoyed around the world, no matter what they are called. I call them Snowball Cookie Balls because the dusting of icing sugar gives them the appearance of snowballs, making them particularly popular at Christmas. Continue reading Snowball Cookie Balls Recipe
Apple Cranberry and Pear Crisp
Oh, the heavenly scent in the house when this Apple, Cranberry, and Pear Crisp is baking! You’ll want to hurry through the main course of dinner in anticipation of this tasty dessert! Continue reading Apple Cranberry and Pear Crisp
Sweet Potato, Eggnog, and Bourbon Pie
While I like Squash and Pumpkin Pies, I have to say that this Sweet Potato, Eggnog, and Bourbon Pie tops my list in this category of pies! Flavored with eggnog, bourbon, and warm spices, this pie is luxuriously silky smooth. Add a dollop of whipped cream when serving, if desired. Continue reading Sweet Potato, Eggnog, and Bourbon Pie
Pumpkin and Eggnog Scones
Pumpkin and eggnog are two complementary flavors and they pair well in these Pumpkin and Eggnog Scones that are lovely in autumn and around the Christmas period. The scones are tasty served warm with clotted cream or English double cream, and fig jam, in particular, though any jam of choice can, of course, be used. They are also delicious served simply with a good slather of butter. Continue reading Pumpkin and Eggnog Scones
Deli-style Pumpkin Eggnog Muffins
These Deli-style Pumpkin Eggnog Muffins are a fabulous way to enjoy pumpkin and eggnog, two complementary flavors. These muffins are an especially wonderful treat in the fall and around the Christmas holiday period. Continue reading Deli-style Pumpkin Eggnog Muffins
Apple Maple Bread Pudding
Today, I am sharing my recipe for Apple Maple Bread Pudding with Maple Liqueur Sauce, an upscale old-fashioned comfort food. Continue reading Apple Maple Bread Pudding
Pumpkins Galore Thanksgiving Tablesetting
My Pumpkins Galore Thanksgiving Tablesetting is taking on the rich tones of autumn and features lots of pumpkins. Let’s take a look. Continue reading Pumpkins Galore Thanksgiving Tablesetting
Classic Carrot Cake
Some recipes just never grow old or go out of style and such is the case with this perfectly spiced, Classic Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting. Continue reading Classic Carrot Cake
The Bistro’s Beet Salad Recipe
This easy-to-make Beet Salad is a great side salad to any meal. Made with simple ingredients and lightly dressed with a vinaigrette, the salad is a tasty welcome on the table. Continue reading The Bistro’s Beet Salad Recipe
Homemade Tomato Sauce Recipe
There is nothing like a good, flavorful homemade tomato sauce. This sauce, made with fresh tomatoes, is fabulous over pasta or used as an ingredient in any recipe that calls for tomato sauce. Continue reading Homemade Tomato Sauce Recipe
Perfect Peach Blackberry Pie Recipe
There is something about fresh summer fruit and berry pies! They are a custom in my household and one of my favorites is Peach Blackberry Pie. A traditional double-crusted pie, this summer favorite combines two fabulous flavors to make a divine pie filling. Continue reading Perfect Peach Blackberry Pie Recipe
Blueberry Quick Bread Recipe
This Blueberry Quick Bread is a wonderful treat when fresh local highbush blueberries are in season. The addition of either orange or lemon zest and juice makes this a very flavorful quick bread. So, according to your taste preference, you can make this a Blueberry-Orange or Blueberry-Lemon bread. Continue reading Blueberry Quick Bread Recipe
Traditional Double Crusted Raspberry Pie
Summer berry pies like Raspberry Pie, are, in my view, a rite of summer. Here, in PEI, we follow the berry seasons religiously starting with the strawberries in late June/early July, followed by the raspberries in late July/early August, and the blueberries in August/September. Continue reading Traditional Double Crusted Raspberry Pie