“Tangy, sweet and rich. A small piece will do. It is also a bright and colourful pie which looks great for holiday entertaining. ” INGREDIENTS 1 pie crust 3 eggs, slightly beaten 2/3 cup sugar 3/4 cup corn syrup 1/4 cup bourbon whiskey 1 1/2 cups chopped walnuts 3/4 cup coarsely chopped fresh cranberries 1/2… Read more »
Pumpkin Pie
“This is the pumpkin pie recipe from the back of the E.D. Smith’s canned pumpkin. I never use any other recipe as this one is no fail. 2023 update: the new cans call for just 1 cup brown sugar and 2 teaspoons pie spice. I still use the old recipe “ INGREDIENTS 2 pie crusts… Read more »
Pecan Pie
“Loaded with pecans, this is my husbands favourite pie.” INGREDIENTS 3 eggs 1 cup corn syrup 2/3 cup sugar 1/3 cup butter, melted (76 grams) 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 3/4 cup pecan halves 1 pie shell DIRECTIONS Preheat oven to 350F. Beat eggs until frothy. Stir in syrup, sugar, butter and vanilla. Stir well. Stir… Read more »
Banana Caramel Tarts
“A banana and caramel treat we always have over the holidays although the ingredients can be made ahead and ready for unexpected guests. The caramel keeps in the refrigerator for months in the can covered with plastic wrap. Bake the tart shells ahead and keep them in an airtight container in the freezer. Now all… Read more »
Zucchini Muffins or Zucchini Loaf
“Moist and spiced zucchini muffins or zucchini loaves are a great way to use those oversided and extra zucchini from the garden.” INGREDIENTS 2 cups whole wheat flour 2 cups white flour 2 tablespoons baking powder 2 teaspoons cinnamon 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg 2 eggs 1 1/2 cups packed brown sugar 1 cup… Read more »
Mango Banana Muffins
“The urge to bake hit late one evening and a peek in the freezer netted some frozen mango and a ripe banana. So that night we enjoyed Mango Banana muffins.” INGREDIENTS 1 cup white flour 1 cup whole wheat flour 1 cup sugar 2 teaspoons baking soda 2 teaspoons cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon salt 3 eggs,… Read more »
Carrot Muffins
“Fresh carrots and nuts in a super moist, and spicy, Carrot Muffin. For school lunches, I often make bite-sized mini-muffins. Reduce the baking time to 8-10 minutes.” INGREDIENTS 1 1/2 cups flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves… Read more »
Crumble Top Blueberry Muffins
“The crunchy topping and generous amount of blueberries make these muffins a real treat. Substitute raspberries for blueberries when you want a change.” INGREDIENTS 3 cups flour 1 1/2 cups sugar 1 teaspoon salt 4 teaspoons baking powder 2/3 cup vegetable oil 2 eggs 2/3 cup milk 2 cups + blueberries (one pint basket) TOPPING… Read more »
Pork Tenderloin With Maple Syrup
“Recipe adapted from Great Moments In Cooking. Serve with mashed potatoes and carrots to soak up the extra maple syrup ‘gravy’.” INGREDIENTS 1 large pork tenderloin (or 4 thin pork loin chops) 1/4 cup maple syrup 1 heaping tablespoon tomato paste 2 teaspoons prepared mustard 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 clove garlic salt & pepper… Read more »
Sangria
“Nice with appetizers for a summer get together.” INGREDIENTS 1 bottle red spanish wine (used Tempranillo) 1 cup orange juice 3 tablespoons brandy 1 tablespoon cointreau 3 tablespoons brown sugar 12 ounces club soda / soda water. fruit: strawberries & blueberries or lemon & orange slices ice cubes DIRECTIONS Put orange juice & fruit… Read more »