Sourdough starter – learning its personality

Fresh sourdough bread displayed with a bowl of starter.

“The ability it has to drive your mood is remarkable.” Dr. David Bannon Sourdough starter can be a bit temperamental, but when understood it makes beautiful bread. Successes and failures Walking into the classic brick house there is a sense of authenticity. A collection of flags hangs on a wall,… Read more“Sourdough starter – learning its personality”

Beef Stew

The secret to melt in your mouth beef is to cook it low and slow. This recipe provides two methods – in the slow cooker and in the oven. Either way, it will be delicious. The slow cooker is the best option for a busy weekday meal. This recipe was… Read more“Beef Stew”

Broccoli Salad

Broccoli Salad - a delicious combination of broccoli, onion, cheese and bacon.

Broccoli salad is a delicious addition to my collection of favourite salads. This is a basic recipe, but you can get creative with it by adding raisins, dried cranberries or nuts. You can also substitute some of the broccoli with cauliflower for a bit more flare. Thank you for subscribing… Read more“Broccoli Salad”

Mrs. Stewart’s Clam Chowder

One of my favourite things to do in the summer is go out to the Cavendish sand dunes and collect clams for chowder. This clam chowder has earned high praise from many. Not bad for a mainland girl! Check out these recipes as well: Thank you for subscribing to Homemaking… Read more“Mrs. Stewart’s Clam Chowder”

Nuts and Bolts

These Nuts and Bolts are a nice contrast to all the sweets around at Christmas time. A tasty addition to a “Handmade Christmas” package.

Beef Curry with Potatoes

Beef Curry with Potatoes, served with naan.

This incredibly tender and flavorful dish will amaze your family. I like this done in a cast iron Dutch oven, cooked low and slow.

Chinese Vegetables and Chicken in Sweet and Sour Sauce

Chinese vegetables and chicken in sweet and sour sauce. Served over rice with an egg roll on the side.

With a bag of frozen Chinese vegetables and cooked chicken on hand, this complete weekday meal is ready in a snap!

Ground Beef Meatballs

Cooked meatballs

This recipe makes a big batch of moist, flavorful, and versatile meatballs. Freeze leftovers for future meals. INGREDIENTS: 1 cup                          Fine breadcrumbs ½ cup                         Milk 1                                  Egg 2 tsp                           Worcestershire sauce 1 tbsp                        White vinegar 1                                  Large onion, grated 2 tsp                           Garlic, minced 1 tsp                           Salt ½ tsp                          Ground… Read more“Ground Beef Meatballs”

Roasted Pumpkin Seeds

Roasted pumpkin seeds make a healthy snack and have a somewhat nutty flavor. They can be lightly salted or seasoned with your choice of seasonings.