For most of us, when we hear the term ‘crock-pot,’ our minds arguably tend to visualize some sort of roast or stew, seeing as these sorts of dishes are what crock-pots are most often used to create. Crock-pots are fantastic options for individuals who yearn to cook a hearty, homemade meal but don’t necessarily have … More Hot chocolate … in a crock-pot?
Anytime I stumble across a unique recipe of some sort, I try my best to share it with all of you. It isn’t too often you discover a recipe for something you have never heard of, let alone contemplated, so when this rarity occurs, I figure it’s good karma to refrain from gatekeeping and share … More How about some Amish Vanilla Pie for dessert tonight?
It isn’t too often that I manage to compose a personal recipe, but every now and then I surprise myself and do just that. Are my recipes of the same quality as those you might find on a food blog online? No, but that’s okay with me, seeing as I am not here trying to … More Make this for a quick and simple dinner tonight
As someone who lives with a few different chronic illnesses, inflammation is not a new concept to me. Having Lyme disease means I often have inflammation in my body, and while I do a few things to keep the levels at bay, I recently found out my body is beyond inflamed, which is not exactly … More Inflammation in the body? Read this
It saddens me to acknowledge that despite my love for spicy foods, I am at a point in my life where eating hot foods is rather difficult. To spare you all from some unnecessarily vivid details, allow me to say that while my taste buds still absolutely appreciate spice, my digestive system does not, and … More JalapeƱo popper … soup?
I’ve mentioned before here on my blog how I took a rather lengthy hiatus from reading on a regular basis. When I finally smartened up and decided to get back into the swing of things, one of the first books I read was A Court of Thorns and Roses, and, naturally, the entire series after … More Do yourself a favour and read ‘Fourth Wing’
While the concept of me sharing recipes with all of you here on my blog is certainly not new, I did recently realize that the majority of the recipes I have been sharing have mainly been entrees and appetizers. My sweet tooth could rival Willy Wonka’s, so you can arguably imagine my dismay when I … More How about some Toasted Marshmallow Caramel Rice Krispie Treats for dessert tonight?
Oatmeal is arguably something most people have sampled at some point or another in life, or at least have heard of it before. On its own, I find it to be a little bland, but there are all sorts of things you can add to it to enhance its flavour and make it a little … More How do you eat your oatmeal?
Most people don’t tend to associate lemons with soup, and understandably so; when we think of soup, we normally conjure images in our minds of certain types and flavours, some common ones being chicken noodle, potato leek and tomato. Lemons are not something that immediately comes to mind, to say the least. But, as odd … More Feeling chilly? Warm up with a bowl of Avgolemono
Sickness is not exactly something we wish to experience. No one particularly enjoys being ill for obvious reasons, so it makes sense that most of us try our best to keep our immune system defences up in hopes of warding off any harmful bacteria that yearns to make its way into our bodies. Unfortunately, though, … More Feeling a cold coming on? Stop it in its tracks with this
Allow me to be entirely transparent with you and admit that I am not a fan of pumpkin, nor am I a fan of cheesecake. You might be questioning why the hell I decided to share a recipe for Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars from goodhousekeeping.com if I don’t like either of the main components of this … More How about some Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars for your Thanksgiving spread?
I have recently come to the harrowing realization that I am not someone who eats ample amounts of scones. It isn’t at all because I don’t like them, because I certainly do and always have; rather, I just don’t seem to consume them terribly often, so from here forward, I think I will try to … More Let’s make some Apple, Cheddar and Sage Scones
Creatine is not new, but as of late, I’ve been seeing more and more material about it in my social media feeds. I don’t know much about it myself, but everything I have read about it seems to indicate it is quite beneficial to those who use it, so I wanted to educate myself more … More Curious about creatine? Read this
My parents have abided by a consistent array of food selections for lunch for as long as I can remember. They always have a bowl of soup of some sort, followed by a sandwich of some variety, and conclude with a little sweet treat. My dad has always enjoyed desserts with a lot of fruit … More Let’s make some apple turnovers
I’ve never been someone who drinks a lot of pop, despite trying my best to force the stuff down my throat. I’ve always had an issue with carbonated beverages of any sort, meaning whenever I drink them, I’m left dealing with the most astronomical burps known to mankind. It isn’t cute, and additionally, it gives … More Here’s how to make your own Sprite
While it isn’t quite yet officially Fall, allow my excitement to pique in advance because it is my favourite season. I have always loved Autumn for different reasons, but one of the biggest reasons is the desserts that are often associated with this time of year. As a side note, I’m not entirely sure who … More How about some Baked Apple Cider French Toast for brunch this weekend?
I think we can all agree that despite our best efforts in the kitchen, meals can become a bit redundant and boring over time. We often slip into a pattern of preparing the same dishes over and over, and while there is nothing wrong with repetition, sometimes we’re seeking out something new and exciting to … More Looking for some dinner inspiration? Look no further
I feel as though I should apologize for the abundance of food content as of late here on my blog, if anyone is finding it irritating. I try to write about things that are relevant to my own life, and lately, eating out has been occurring more often than not. It isn’t something I’m particularly … More What’s your go-to Bar Burrito order?
Going out to eat is something I very much enjoy, yet don’t do as often as I might like. I think most people would agree with me on this; not having to cook your own food is always a pleasure, and even more so when said food is delicious. I went for dinner a few … More Have you been to Sociable Kitchen and Tavern?
This past Saturday, my family and I had a lovely dinner at Speekeezie’s restaurant in Brantford, Ontario. This place has held a special place in all of our hearts for many years now, and we tend to go there to celebrate occasions like birthdays and anniversaries. On this particular occasion, we were celebrating my mom’s … More Have you been to Speekeezie’s in Brantford?
I normally designate Sundays as my cleaning day each week. This past Sunday, I ended up doing more cleaning than I initially planned; I spent the majority of the afternoon cleaning various things in the house, and by the time I was finished and saw that the time was already 5:30pm, I quickly realized I … More Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen: yay or nay?
I positively love dumplings. My passion for them may stem from my Eastern European heritage, and I am more than grateful for it; Hungarian food is some of the most comforting food in existence, in my humble opinion, and you can bet your bottom that many of the dishes include dumplings. I mean, could more … More Let’s make Dumpling Soup
I have been feral for pasta from a very young age. To my knowledge, most kids are fans of pasta, but my love for it did not at all cease, and I’m still bonkers for it in my adulthood. It got to a point in our home when I was a child that my mom … More Let’s make homemade pasta
It has been a particularly hot summer here in Southern Ontario, and anyone who works outdoors can arguably attest to this. It’s been brutal at times, and when you factor in the lack of rain, the combination becomes borderline intolerable. I am a heavy sweater in normal temperatures, so you can imagine how moist I … More Read this before your next Costco run
When I think of summer desserts, one of the first things that comes to mind is peach cobbler, and I couldn’t tell you why. Peach cobbler is delicious, yes, but oddly, I’ve only had it a handful of times throughout my life, so I’m not entirely sure why it presents itself so prominently in my … More Let’s make some peach cobbler
As wonderful as summer gatherings are, sometimes, trying to determine what sort of dish you’ll be bringing to the festivity in question is more complicated than the plot of Game of Thrones. You want to pick something that appeals to the masses, but without said dish being overdone, or redundant; by the time you figure … More How about some ‘Mom’s Molasses Ham and Beans’ for your next summer cookout?
It’s no secret that I become borderline feral when it comes to pickles. My preference is dill, and I’m not a huge fan of sweet ones – in my opinion, pickles are meant to be dilly. Not sugary. Anytime I spot something new and exciting in the realm of pickles, I am more than willing … More If you like pickles, read this
Weeknight dinners can be a struggle for a lot of people. Between work, kids, extracurriculars and more, finding the time to not only prep but furthermore prepare a well-rounded, fulfilling meal on a weeknight can seem almost impossible. I don’t yet have children of my own, but with the farm and rugby, trying to find … More Here’s how to make some easy Sausage and Rice Bowls
I have always found it rather interesting that there are plenty of people out there who are not a fan of Caesar salad, but are avid fans of Caesar wraps, sandwiches, etc. If you enjoy the taste of Caesar salad in wrap or sandwich form, there is a very strong probability you will also enjoy … More How about some Chicken Caesar Baguettes for lunch or dinner?
When it comes to restaurants, there doesn’t seem to be a shortage of roadhouses. I am not complaining about this, because roadhouses almost always offer familiar favourites and cold drinks, and that’s just about all I require in the context of eating out. I know a few people who tend to pull their noses up … More Here’s your sign to visit Kelseys Original Roadhouse
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