Category Archives: Breads

A little Pre-Valentine’s Love in the Crafternoon!

Recently, I decided to host what I affectionately like to call a “crafternoon” -an afternoon of laughter and creativity. I invited my Mum, my sister who lives close by (Sherry) and one of my best friends- (Bonnie). We had lots of … Continue reading

Posted in Appetizers, Beverages, Breads, Cakes, Craving Ellie CEiMB, Desserts, Dressings, Fun Stuff, Main Dishes, Recipes, Salads, side dishes | 11 Comments

On Scones… Orange Blueberry Almond Scones

  For me one of the benefits of cold weather is that Rick and I get to share tea fairly frequently. One of us will skulk about the kitchen  hovering near the stove and suddenly turn with a smile to … Continue reading

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Some comfort food for my poor, sick Rick

  Rick, my sweet, has been laid low with a bad cold for the last three days.  I actually enjoy taking care of him although I must admit he’s been a bit of  a right grumpy old Eeyore! He is a worker … Continue reading

Posted in Breads, Favourite Movies, Fun Stuff, health focused recipes, Main Dishes, Recipes, side dishes, Soups | 13 Comments

Tuesdays with Dorie Kugelhopf

  This week’s Tuesdays with Dorie  recipe is Kugelhopf chosen by lovely Yolanda of The All-Purpose Girl. The recipe can be found  on pages 61-63 of “Baking:From My Home to Yours” by Dorie Greenspan.  It’s a lovely brioche type dough studded with … Continue reading

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