Frosty Trail Mix

What a fantastic combination of sweet and salty yumminess. This is a perfect treat to give as a gift. Here’s my version of a recipe I found in a Gooseberry Patch recipe book. Ingredients: 3 cups pretzel sticks 3 cups corn and rice cereal squares ¾ cups pecan halves ½… Read more“Frosty Trail Mix”

Chocolate Cream Cheese Fudge

This is my version of a recipe I found in a Gooseberry Patch recipe book. A soft, smooth fudge that melts in your mouth and makes you ask for more!  Ingredients: ½ cup butter 12-oz package semisweet chocolate chips ¼ tsp salt 2 8-oz packages cream cheese, room temperature 2… Read more“Chocolate Cream Cheese Fudge”

Classic Shortbread

This buttery shortbread is truly a traditional taste of Christmas. This can be baked in a regular 8×8 pan if you don’t have a shortbread pan. Makes 9 sinfully large and delicious cookies. INGREDIENTS: ¾ cup                         Butter, room temperature ½ cup                         Powdered sugar (icing or confectioner’s sugar) ½ tsp… Read more“Classic Shortbread”

Butterscotch Coconut Squares

Enjoy the chewiness of these butterscotch coconut squares. A lot like blondies… only better! Time saving tip: Be ready for unexpected guests. Make these ahead, cut into bite size pieces and store in an air tight container with parchment paper between the layers. Can freeze for up to a month. Check… Read more“Butterscotch Coconut Squares”

Lobster Bubbly Bake

Make this bubbly bake with any variety of seafood such as lobster, scallops, haddock, shrimp, crab, or clams. Serve with fresh biscuits and a salad. Serves 6. You may also enjoy these posts: Cast iron cookware care and use Baking powder biscuits Mrs. Stewart’s Clam Chowder P.E.I. Blue Mussel Salad… Read more“Lobster Bubbly Bake”

Rhubarb Streusel Coffee Cake

This flavourful coffee cake made from garden fresh rhubarb is a real treat after a long winter. You may also enjoy these recipes: Strawberry rhubarb cobbler Rhubarb sauce preserves Rhubarb is a perennial vegetable (not fruit!) that is commonly found in many gardens. I have beautiful rhubarb growing in my… Read more“Rhubarb Streusel Coffee Cake”

Lemon Parfait

Lemon parfait is one of my favourite desserts to make at Easter. It’s light and bright and springy looking. It can be made in a 9″ pie pan or layered in glasses for a pleasing presentation. Serves 8. INGREDIENTS: 1½ cups                     Graham crumbs 1 tsp                           All-purpose flour… Read more“Lemon Parfait”

Mexican Goulash

Make this colourful and delicious Mexican goulash in your slow cooker for an easy weekday meal. Serve with toasted baguette. Makes 10 cups.  Store leftovers in individual portions for lunches. INGREDIENTS: 1 ½ lb                         Lean ground beef 2 tbsp                        Vinegar 1 tbsp                        Chili powder 1 tsp                          … Read more“Mexican Goulash”

Swiss Steak Supreme

This Swiss steak supreme makes a rich gravy and can be made in the slow cooker for an easy weekday meal. I serve it over mashed potatoes with a garden salad on the side. Serves 6. INGREDIENTS: 2 cups                        Tomato sauce 1 tsp                           Dried whole oregano 1 tsp                          … Read more“Swiss Steak Supreme”

Sweet and Sour Chicken

This is the nicest sweet and sour recipe I’ve ever made. A good, balanced flavor. Serve over rice or noodles with a vegetable stir-fry.