by Andrea | Apr 27, 2020 | ABC's of Cooking
Oats 101 Oats 101 Oh, mares eat oats and doe’s eat oats…and Canadians eat (and grow) a ton of oats, too. In fact, Canada is the world’s largest exporter of this cold-weather crop that’s seeing a surge in popularity. How to store Like any grain, store oats in an...
by Andrea | Apr 6, 2020 | ABC's of Cooking
Hot Cross Buns Hot Cross Buns “One a penny; two a penny…”—you know the tune! These classic Easter buns go way back to medieval Europe when they were baked up fresh on Good Friday, with the “cross” of “Hot Cross Buns” symbolizing the crucifix. According to lore, a bite...
by Andrea | Feb 28, 2020 | RECIPES
All Butter Pastry Dough Pastry is a very individual thing. Everyone has a preference for using butter, lard or shortening. I love the taste that an all butter pastry brings to pies and turnovers. However, I also like the outcome when using half butter and half lard. ...
by Andrea | Jul 6, 2019 | RECIPES
Strawberry cake with goat cheese and strawberry icing. Print PDF Recipe Strawberry season in Ontario is short but oh so sweet. Yes we can buy strawberries all year long but there is something special about waiting for these tiny crimson morsels to be farm fresh. I...
by Andrea | Oct 16, 2017 | RECIPES
Autumn always beckons for a recipe or two inspired by pumpkin and warm spices. Paired with a cup of tea, this moist and delicious bundt cake makes the perfect afternoon treat. Once baked and cooled, the cake can be cut in quarters, wrapped in plastic wrap and stored...
