There is this restaurant in Welland that makes a pot of loaded baked potato soup that is to die for. It is thick and rich and sticks to your ribs. I don’t think I ever finished a whole bowl but that made Jonny happy knowing he could finish it for me. When I realized I…
Cream of Anything Soup Mix (gluten free)
I love to use cream soups. I know many people my age have memories of their moms cooking pork chops in cream of mushroom soup or bringing a hot-out-of-the-oven casserole to the table. Or my favorite… scalloped potatoes. Over the years I have phased out this out-of-the-can cooking. It is in part because of my…
Baked Brie with Pear and Walnuts
This past weekend was awesome. Jonny and I went into Toronto to see a show which was awesome and hilarious. After the show we were able to meet up with a couple of friends who we haven’t seen in too long. There is something awesome about friends you can see after years apart and carry…
Sweetened Condensed Milk
This is something that everyone should know how to make at home. It is so easy to make (although time consuming) and it goes into so many great recipes. Stove-top Sweetened Condensed Milk Recipe 1 L Milk 1 Cup Granulated Sugar 1 Tbsp Butter Put the milk and sugar in a heavy-bottom pot and slowly…
Creme Fraiche
I love Creme Fraiche! I often use it as a substitute for sour cream in recipes. It has a more mild flavor than sour cream and goes great in so many dishes. I cup Buttermilk 2 cups Heavy Cream Mix these together and leave in a warm place (80-90F or 26-32C) for anywhere from 8-24…