Learn how to ferment your own authentic homemade sauerkraut in easy to follow steps. Two German Childhoods When I was a kid, I always thought that our family only ate the ‘not so awesome’ parts of German cuisine; the pork hocks, headcheese, sauerkraut, etc. Where were the famous German desserts,…
A quick tutorial on how to cook the best wild rice right on your stove. Serve as a side dish or add this healthy grain to salads or soups. How Much Do I Love Wild Rice? I love it a lot! It has such a unique flavour and texture, not…
Vietnamese Shrimp Salad Rolls are so fresh and healthy. They’re easier to make than you think…you’ll be rolling in no time! Served with a completely addictive authentic peanut dipping sauce. My Salad Roll Addiction My Vietnamese Salad Roll addiction is no joke. I crave these almost every day, especially in…
These lemon scented oven Roasted Potatoes are crisped to perfection while still remaining tender on the inside. They are the perfect side dish for any dinner. Our First Barbecue of 2019 Whew. It’s been a long cold winter. Every day of 2019 has been well below the seasonal average. As…
The Wonderful World of Masalas Tandoori Masala is a spice blend used to marinate foods that will be cooked in a Tandoor or clay oven. It is one of many masalas used frequently in Indian cooking. Masala, meaning mix (no need to repeat yourself by saying ‘Masala Mix’), is a…
Whipping up a batch of homemade taco seasoning is much easier than you think. Combine these common pantry spices into one amazing taco mix and you’ll never need a store packet again. Back to Basics For years I roamed the ‘Mexican’ aisle of my local grocery store in search of…
What Can an Instant Pot Do? The more relevant question is ‘What can’t an Instant Pot do?’ Seriously. Depending on your model, you can do anything from making yogurt, to steaming, sautéing, pressure cooking (!) and even slow cooking! If you are just new to pressure cooking, it may become…
Comfort Food at It’s Finest Comfort food means something different to everyone. Some go for mac and cheese or a hearty Bison Stew, while others love a bowl of lentils topped with fried onions. For many, it’s the deep fried foods that bring them back to a special place and…
What is Spanish Romesco Sauce? Romesco Sauce is a brilliant red Spanish salsa made of simple ingredients. Hailing from Tarragona, the coastal province in NE Spain, it tastes delicious with fish and seafood. Romesco’s smoky flavours also pair well with chicken or even lamb. Since romesco is entirely vegan, it’s…
Local Pork Stars The rising price of beef and chicken has nudged many consumers towards the other, often less expensive white meat; pork. Others have begun to include more veggie forward mains into their diets. I love my meatless dinners, like this Lentil Tajine with Whole Roasted Cauliflower but I also…