I love antiques, vintage items, primitives, heirlooms, collectibles — whatever you want to call them. Anything that has seen life, and has been part of a story, finds a special place in my home.
Crowd Pleaser
Simple Beef and Vegetable Soup for a Crowd
Easy to shop for, easy to make, reliably delicious, and feeds a small army.
Bourbon Chicken & Vegetable Stir-fry
This recipe combines some of my favorite ingredients: chicken (my all-time favorite food is chicken caesar salad), vegetables (hello, baby corn!), and bourbon. Yes, bourbon. If you doubt my affinity for this Kentucky-made, corn-based, charred-oak-barrel-aged beverage, just search my blog. At least one dozen recipes using bourbon pop up. I love that stuff! The secret … Read more Bourbon Chicken & Vegetable Stir-fry
Glögg – Swedish Spiced Wine
Memories and traditions are powerful things, and for me, the sense of smell draws the most vivid memories:
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.
Sausage Egg Bake with Bacon-Hashbrown Crust
Sometimes it feels like egg bakes conjure up images of elegant bridal showers and dainty women’s teas. Think of flowers, lace, beautifully wrapped gifts, damask tablecloths, and egg bake. This one, however, is the exact opposite of delicate. It is for carnivores who love brunch, and are not afraid to eat it! Tossing hash browns … Read more Sausage Egg Bake with Bacon-Hashbrown Crust
Maple & Bourbon Glazed Ham
Ralph Waldo Emerson wrote in his journals: “It is one of the blessings of old friends that you can afford to be stupid with them.” Friendship is one of those most-precious gifts that should never be neglected. You know with full confidence which friends you trust most — those that will continue to love you … Read more Maple & Bourbon Glazed Ham
Bourbon Brined Pork Shoulder
Yes, you read that correctly! Pork shoulder — or pork butt, whichever the label happens to say — is on the menu. Plan ahead for this, so the pork can brine overnight. Imagine the flavours of bourbon and smoke sneaking into tender meat, and you will understand why the effort is totally worthwhile. Stir together … Read more Bourbon Brined Pork Shoulder
Smoky, Spicy and Sweet Meatloaf
Meatloaf tends to get a bad rap. What if you could — with no additional time commitment — create a meatloaf that will not just serve as comfort food, but tease the tastebuds with rich variety? Delicate lean ground beef tricked out with enough spice, smokiness reminiscent of a cosy campfire, and just a hint … Read more Smoky, Spicy and Sweet Meatloaf
