Bruschetta

Who doesn’t enjoy bruschetta? Toasted baguette topped with seasoned fresh tomatoes and melted mozza. Mmmmm! It’s a popular appetizer. And it comes together quickly. The topping can be prepared 2-3 days ahead. Makes about 25 slices. You may also enjoy these recipes: Baked Jalapeno Popper Dip Salsa Subscribe to Homemaking… Read more“Bruschetta”

Pfeffernusse

Add interest to your cookie tray with Pfeffernusse, a German spice cookie so named for the hint of pepper added to the dough. Makes 5 dozen. You may also enjoy these cookies: Ginger cookies Hermit cookies Silver dollar sugar cookies Subscribe to Homemaking Jewels today!

Hashbrown Casserole

Crispy, cheesy hashbrown casserole is a family favourite. Julia Stewart photo.

The anticipation is palpable when I serve hashbrown casserole. Mmmmm! they say with starry eyes as they sit down to the table. And there won’t be any leftovers. Serves 8. You may also enjoy these recipes: Potato salad Scalloped potatoes Subscribe to Homemaking Jewels today!

Creamy Braised Pork Chops

Tender and tasty creamy braised pork chop. Rice pilaf and cooked vegetables complete the meal. Julia Stewart photo.

This variation of Melissa Bagnall’s recipe makes tasty, tender pork chops that are ready in less than an hour. Perfect for a weekday meal. Creamy braised pork chops are featured in my book Meal Planning Made Easy. Get your copy today! Do you struggle to get healthy, homecooked meals on… Read more“Creamy Braised Pork Chops”

Hamburger and Vegetable Soup

Come home to this hearty homemade soup when you make it in the crock pot. Makes a big batch so you will have some leftovers. You may also enjoy these recipes: Beef Stew Italian Sausage and Tortellini Soup Subscribe to Homemaking Jewels today!

Sloppy Joes

These sloppy Joes are a quick, tasty weekday meal. Something the whole family will enjoy. Complete the meal with fries and coleslaw. You may also enjoy these recipes: BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwiches Chilli con carne Meatloaf Subscribe to Homemaking Jewels today!

Hermit Cookies

When you smell these soft, spiced hermit cookies baking in the oven your memory will take you back to Nana’s kitchen. You may also enjoy these cookies: Auntie Linda’s Oatmeal Coconut Cookies Ranger Cookies Subscribe to Homemaking Jewels today.

Chowders, soups and stews

Comfort food at its best. Chowders, soups and stews warm you from the inside out. The recipes usually make a big batch – perfect for lunches and quick weekday meals. And yes, they always taste better the next day after the flavours have blended. Click on a photo below for… Read more“Chowders, soups and stews”

Baked Jalapeno Poppers Dip

When you don’t want the hassle of assembling jalapeno poppers, this dip offers all the flavour with a fraction of the work. Makes two cups. You may also want to try these recipes: Salsa Taco seasoning Subscribe to Homemaking Jewels today.

Brown Sugar Sauce

A small pitcher of brown sugar sauce beside a piece of blueberry cake.

This “not too sweet” brown sugar sauce takes desserts such as gingerbread, blueberry cake or spiced applesauce cake to a whole new level. It’s great on ice cream, too! Check out these recipes too: Subscribe to Homemaking Jewels today.