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Bacon-Wrapped Pork Loin

May 26, 2020May 24, 2020 by Carlotta

Do you ever have the desire to make something special for supper, yet don’t want to put much effort into it? Maybe it’s a Wednesday evening at home, or a “stay at home” order that makes family time even more precious. Either way, this is the perfect dish — perfectly easy, wonderfully beautiful, spectacularly delicious. … Read more Bacon-Wrapped Pork Loin

Seafood Chowder

March 23, 2022May 4, 2020 by Carlotta

During these days of isolation due to covid19, we all need something to smile about. The internet is filled with gifs and memes, and stories that sound a bit like a Folger’s coffee commercial. It has been interesting to see how important and meaningful certain things are — things that I used to take for … Read more Seafood Chowder

Creamed Chicken over Mashed Potatoes

July 18, 2021March 1, 2020 by Carlotta

Some times we need a “food hug”. Do you know what I mean? It’s a day when things have been challenging. We feel lonely or discouraged. The stressors of life seem to be digging their claws into our hearts, and we long for the innocent freedom of childhood. And a healing hug. A beloved meal … Read more Creamed Chicken over Mashed Potatoes

Rich Tomato, Vodka, and Roasted Garlic Sauce

February 2, 2020February 2, 2020 by Carlotta

Homemade pasta sauce puts every store bought-brand to shame. There truly is no way to replicate the combination you have simmering on the stovetop at home, and my family is always happy when a mega-batch of this sauce is ready to go.

Icelandic Plokkfiskur

July 28, 2021January 9, 2020 by Carlotta

The literal translation of “plokkfiskur” is not the most pleasant term – pulled, plucked, or mashed fish – but this simple, hearty dish is the heartbeat of Icelandic families. Think about how homey and familiar macaroni and cheese is to Americans. They crave it as children, and recreate it as adults because of nostalgia. And … Read more Icelandic Plokkfiskur

Wine-Basted Roasted Turkey

November 23, 2020November 18, 2019 by Carlotta

I am a very visual person — things need to LOOK good, but still please all my senses. I also like to experiment. But when I find something that works well, I repeat it over and over. When roasting a full turkey, this is my go-to method. It may be strange, but the results are amazing!

Chili Under Pressure

November 23, 2020October 9, 2019 by Carlotta

I love soups and stews. Comfort food to me is all about lots of veggies cooked in a flavourful broth, with some good lean meat thrown in. Forget pasta. Forget bread. And definitely forget anything fried. Give it to me fresh, hot, and FAST. Even when life is at its craziest, I crave food that … Read more Chili Under Pressure

Roasted Garlic and Spaghetti Squash Lasagna Boats

September 29, 2019September 28, 2019 by Carlotta

Roasted Garlic Spaghetti Squash Lasagna Boats

I am so in love with these! What began as a fun experiment with a friend turned into a feast that will be repeated over and over again! My sister cooks spaghetti squash in the slow cooker – super easy! Because I wanted to roast garlic and bake bacon at the same time, I roasted … Read more Roasted Garlic and Spaghetti Squash Lasagna Boats

Chicken & Mushroom Stroganoff

September 12, 2019September 11, 2019 by Carlotta

Where do you find inspiration for the meals you create? Something you ate at a restaurant? Something you found online? Or saw on a TV show?

Chicken Salad with a Taste of Mexico

January 12, 2020June 2, 2019 by Carlotta

I seem to be hooked on cumin right now. There’s something perfectly suitable for warm weather in the nutty, earthy, peppery taste of cumin. It’s not an in-your-face flavour, but packs a little heat in a nicely subdued package.

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