You want to spend Valentine’s Day cuddling with your sweetie, not creating a big mess in the Kitchen, creating a big fancy dinner. But, at the same time, you want Supper (the prelude to an evening of fun?) to be special, even memorable, but not too heavy or filling. Here’s what I make…Read More →
This is one of my favourite Soups and a go-to when I have a houseful of guests coming. Makes the perfect first course for a Formal Family Feast! It takes a little time and patience, but the result is definitely worth it. And the main ingredient, Onions, are among the cheapest veggies you can buy!Read More →
We’ve all heard the reports about how certain fast food menu items, cooking Oils and cooking methods can result in cancer-causing chemicals in the food. Well, a new study says that even the wrappers and cartons your Burgers and Fries come in could be harbouring carcinogens…Read More →
If the Super Bowl party is at your house this year, don’t fret. I’ve got some suggestions that will help you make Game Day feasting a pleasure rather than a pain. And I’m certain you’ll be surprised that some of them are coming from me – Ms. Make-it-from-scratch-or die-trying!Read More →
This week on the Fast Food landscape… It’s been relatively quiet. I guess most of the players made their big early-year announcements last week. But that doesn’t mean it’s been a dull week in the grab-and-gulp universe. What our weekly rundown lacks in punch it makes up for in, well… odd.Read More →
I’m out of Bread. I could go to the 24-hour market about 10 minutes away and get something, or get creative and make something suitable. But I don’t have a lot of time, so Yeast-raised Breads are out. And I’m not interested in making anything complicated or finicky. So, it’s Quick Biscuits!Read More →
Vitamin B12 has long been known as a key player in our metabolisms, aiding the absorption of vital nutrients from the food we eat and purging toxins. But, now, researchers at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology, say it is also important for the health of pregnant women…Read More →
There’s a new evil in your favourite toasted foods. It’s called Acrylamide, and it forms when you over-cook starchy foods. Do you like your Toast dark and your Fries extra-crispy? British officials say you ought to review their latest cooking guidelines before preparing your next burnt sacrifice…Read More →