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SPICED PUMPKIN AND WALNUT TART . . .AROMATIC SPICES AND A SWEET WALNUT PASTRY

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Spiced pumpkin and walnut tart. The perfect Thanksgiving dinner always ends with pumpkin pie. The delicious aroma of aromatic spices fill your kitchen as you take this delicate creamy textured tart out of the oven. Pumpkin is one of those … Continue reading

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THE COMPATIBILITY OF CAKES . . IN THIS EASILY MADE CHOCOLATE YOGURT CAKE

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This is a cake recipe that is compatibility with the baker. I have two sisters. My older sister is 91 years old. She is a fabulous baker but she find the time it requires very tiring. My younger sister’s health … Continue reading

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DARKLY DELICIOUS CHOCOLATE ZUCCHINI BUNDT CAKE

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One could be forgiven for keeping one of the key ingredients of this cake a secret.  Those who grow zucchini know that overnight a zucchini can morph to a monstrous size.   At least that is what it seems.   … Continue reading

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ZUCCHINI AND SWISS CHARD GRATIN . . . Laura Calder’s recipe from Dinner Chez Moi

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  All through the long and glorious summer the garden  rewarded us with fresh, fresh vegetables.  I  walk from the kitchen across the long stretch of grass and into the garden.  It is another world of vegetables going quietly about … Continue reading

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PASSIONATE PIZZA … you can make it at home!

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In another life we had a pizzeria in the city.  We introduced artisan pizzas to Vancouver away back when.   Our pizzas  won awards,  but they  did more;  they participated in romance (an engagement ring nestled in a bed of basil … Continue reading

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RHUBARB UPSIDE-DOWN BROWN SUGAR CAKE

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RHUBARB UPSIDE-DOWN BROWN SUGAR CAKE This unprepossessing plant.  This long awaited harbinger of spring type of plant.  This new darling of avant-garde young chefs.  This wonderful rhubarb is the upside-down topping on the most delicious of brown sugar cakes. It … Continue reading

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THE BEST BACK RIBS EVER!! WITH A FOXLEY INSPIRED GLAZE

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Foxley’s Restaurant on Ossington in Toronto is one of our favorite  neighborhood restaurant.  We love their ribs and this inspired me to create this recipe.   This is a two step recipe.  You make the glaze first (you can do this … Continue reading

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KATE’S CINNAMON COFFEE CAKE … quick, easy and so delicious

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Away way back in time coffee cake was a simple treat.    It was an uncomplicated cake.  The ingredients were always at hand.  It went together quickly .  The delicious aroma of the baking cake filled your kitchen.  It was warm … Continue reading

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IT’S MAGIC! TURN ZUCCHINI INTO SOPHISTICATED HOT DOG RELISH

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  This is a deliciously tangy and colourful relish.   It is the go-to condiment for hot dogs, burgers and any cold or cured meat that could do with a little relish.   It is simple to make.  You simply chop your … Continue reading

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THAI RED CURRY WITH CHICKEN AND GREEN BEANS

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  The dog days of August.  Hot, gritty,  rift with boring burgers.   Chicken masquerading as burnt offering.      Over-done steaks.  Our heart and soul cries out for something different.  A little exotic.     A culinary creation that has your taste … Continue reading

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