Meatballs are a staple in my house and I love to make a large batch and keep some in the freezer so I can pull some out for pasta, sandwiches or to serve with my favorite cheesy polenta. To ensure…
Grilled cheese sandwiches have long been at the top of my comfort food list. Going right back to my early school days when my mom used to make grilled cheese sammies and cream of tomato soup for lunch on cold,…
I remember the first time I tried polenta. I was in my late teens and had been invited to have dinner at my Italian friend’s house. His mother poured this steaming yellow porridge-like mixture onto my plate. On top of…
I don’t know what the weather’s like where you live but here in Southern Ontario, we haven’t seen the sun in about 3 weeks. It’s been gray, cold, and dreary. The type of weather that makes me crave warm comforting…
This delicious rhubarb chutney recipe came about a couple of years ago as a way to use up some of my abundant rhubarb harvest. You know that time of year when it seems like you’ll never be able to use…
This tangy vinaigrette recipe is on constant rotation in my salad dressing game. It’s a step up from the classic oil and vinegar vinaigrette and has a bit of a kick to it thanks to the chili pepper flakes and…
I’m making plans to freshen up the decor in my bedroom. One of the things I know I want to change is my bed or headboard. I’m open to any shape, color, or fabric but the one thing I know…
This year for my birthday I wanted to make my own cake and this olive oil cake was the perfect choice. Let me start off by admitting I celebrated a “big” birthday this year and in my books, big birthdays…