The “twist” with this mulled apple cider recipe is the addition of five-spice powder, rather than classic pumpkin pie spices. It adds a little something special to an already great tasting combination. One of the best things about this delicious recipe is the warm and wonderful aroma that fills your home every time you make…
If you are looking for some new favourite cookbooks to help you get inspired to cook good wholesome, nutritious, delicious food then here are my current top 5 favourite cookbooks. These cookbooks have inspired me in many ways and have helped to know what to cook with fresh ingredients from our gardens as well as…
Christmas time is one the best times of the year, but as we all know, it can also be one of the most stressful times of the year, especially when you are on a tight budget. My family has always been on a tight budget so I have worked hard to perfect some frugal ideas…
Fall time is just so full of rich colours and flavours. Who doesn’t love cozying up to a bonfire in the fall with some nice warm mittens and a nice warm spicy fruity drink? The taste of apple is certainly a favourite fall flavour in our home, and if you were to come over for…
Are you a pumpkin spice fan like me? Do you go home after work in the fall, get all cozy, curl up with a book and a cup of something pumpkin spice flavoured to get the best cozy feels this time of year? May add a dash of alcohol to really give it some pep! I…
January is usually the time of year most of us feel it’s time to “get healthy”. I know for myself, after the holidays I usually have an urge to eat a lot more fruits and vegetables and less “heavy” foods. These berry beet smoothies are the perfect way to start off a new year. Using…
What better way to celebrate than to wake up and have a refreshing festive drink in your hand? And unlike your classic orange juice, these easy mimosas have a delicious combination of mint and grapefruit! If you’re looking for a non-alcoholic mimosa, this can be done easily enough with our suggested substitution. We will be enjoying…
Us home cooks know that as the temperatures outside increase, the desire to cook decreases. This isn’t usually due to lack of wanting to cook, but instead, the need to keep the house as cool as possible. This is why baking is done mostly in the winter months and cool dishes are served during the…
Some families that get up early to make it to Easter sunrise services often return home feeling very hungry. Perhaps your family is one of them. With a little forethought and planning, these Easter brunch menu ideas will enable you to enjoy a meal soon after returning home. Or perhaps your family is more like…
One of the first things my family looks forward to around the holidays every year is eggnog. We LOVE the stuff. If you love the rich, creamy taste of classic eggnog, but don’t like the idea of using raw eggs, this recipe is for you. For an adults-only version, add some rum, bourbon, or cognac,…