Some times I’m amazed at how incredible my kids are. And I am very thankful both kids survived childhood. 🙂 As a home school mom that worked part-time, and cared for my disabled husband, their survival is even more remarkable.
Carlotta
Glögg – Swedish Spiced Wine
Memories and traditions are powerful things, and for me, the sense of smell draws the most vivid memories:
Herbed Nuts
The other day I was shopping in the bulk herb section of our small town health food cooperative. The woman next to me was scooping up copious amounts of marjoram, which peaked my curiousity. She described her recipe for herbed nuts, and within a few moments I begged her to email the recipe to me. And now I have a new addiction….
Fiori med Röd Pesto och Skinka – Pasta with Red Pesto and Prosciutto
Fiori is a typically a flower-shaped pasta, but can be interpreted from Italian to Swedish to English. Some day I want to watch fiori being made, which means a trip to Italy, and a visit to a pasta factory. Sounds like a good plan to me!!!
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Tzatziki
I have a “thing” for different names – like the current trend of giving children old-fashioned names. It has probably been nearly a hundred years since Mabel, Leonard, and Gunnar have been popular, but young families are resurrecting those dear names.
Our own precious little grandbaby is Lucille Caroline. 🥰
Butternut Curry Soup
I have a confession to make — some times I really don’t like to cook. There! I’ve said it — for everyone to hear. Days when I’m feeling unusually tired or stressed suck the joy out of cooking for me. Such days have happened more frequently during this year than any other year. But what … Read more Butternut Curry Soup
Wild Rice
Okay, so it’s not really a rice, but the only truly native North American grain. It grows in lakes and bays in relatively shallow water, and is harvested in the autumn.
Smoked Burgers with Bourbon-Bacon Jam and Brie
The title is a mouthful! But what you really want is a mouthful of this juicy smoked burger with the sweet and spicy bourbon-laced bacon jam, and rich, smooth brie melted on top. Yes, trust me! That is exactly the mouthful we should all be having at this very moment. We recently enjoyed dinner at … Read more Smoked Burgers with Bourbon-Bacon Jam and Brie
Best Ever Pasta Sauce
Some times I long for simpler days. I even get twinges of nostalgia for the pioneer times – neighbours had to work together, houses were small and easy to maintain, divorce was unheard of, children didn’t stare at an iPad all day long, and mealtime was a family affair.
Maple-Rum Glazed Green Beans
There are very few veggie dishes that make me dance with delight. This is not only simple, but has incredible texture and flavour contrasts that will make your tongue sing some crazy song.
