Monthly Archives: December 2014

Artisan-style Fruit and Nut Crisps

Posted on December 30, 2014 by Paula Roy

Ever since Lesley Stowe introduced the world to her fantastic Raincoast Crisps, I’ve wanted to figure out a way to make them at home. Somehow, eating a cracker that’s packed with nutritious things makes me feel more virtuous about the … Continue reading →

Posted in Appetizers, Baking, Breads, Snacks | Tagged artisan, blueberry, brown sugar, cheese, cherry, cracker, cranberry, crisps, flax, fruit, Greek yogurt, lactose-free, maple syrup, nut, party, pecan, pistachio, sesame, sunflower, vegan, vegetarian, walnut, whole wheat, yogurt | Leave a comment

Guest Post: Breakfast for the Famished Father

Posted on December 26, 2014 by Paula Roy

I am thrilled to offer, for your enjoyment, a guest post from my charming, patient and supportive husband, who is the best recipe taste-tester in the world and an excellent cook in his own right. While I was out of … Continue reading →

Posted in Breakfast | Tagged bacon, breakfast, brunch, butter, cheese, eggs, guest post, humour, potatoes, sandwich, sandwich maker | 3 Comments

15 Minute Shortbread Cookies

Posted on December 24, 2014 by Paula Roy

I love this recipe because I live in a house full of cookie thieves. Not the kind of people who drain the cookie jar on the kitchen counter at an alarming rate; the kind who sneak into the basement freezer … Continue reading →

Posted in Baking, Desserts | Tagged butter, Christmas, cookies, cornstarch, fast, flour, holiday, icing sugar, quick, Santa, shortbread, sugar, vanilla | 3 Comments

Books for Cooks – 2014 edition

Posted on December 22, 2014 by Paula Roy

I am often asked for cookbook recommendations and I have to confess that my answer varies widely from day to day and season to season. Were I to win a lottery, one of the first things I’d go shopping for … Continue reading →

Posted in Cookbooks | Tagged Christmas, cookbooks, Flavor Bible, food, foodies, gifts, Hanukkah, last-minute, Ottawa, Ottonlenghi, Plenty More, shopping, vegetarian | Leave a comment

Cranberry-Cinnamon Cocktail/Mocktail Syrup

Posted on December 20, 2014 by Paula Roy

Cranberry and cinnamon are both favourite holiday flavours. This ruby red syrup is as pretty as it is delicious and it makes a wonderful hostess gift. You can find nice small jars or bottles at many dollar stores. While I … Continue reading →

Posted in Drinks | Tagged Christmas, cinnamon, cocktail, cosmopolitan, cranberry, drink, family, festive, friend, gift, Grand Marnier, handmade, holidays, hostess, lime juice, mocktail, neighbour, party, simple syrup, sugar, triple sec, vodka, water | Leave a comment

Caramelized Onion and Cranberry Chutney

Posted on December 18, 2014 by Paula Roy

Tangy cranberries are the perfect sidekick for sweet, caramelized onions. Kick up the flavour with a sultry, smoky balsamic and you’ve got a multipurpose preserve that is sure to impress. A plain or spicy balsamic would also work well in … Continue reading →

Posted in Appetizers, Preserves | Tagged balsamic, balsamic vinegar, caramelized onions, chutney, cranberry, crostini, honey, maple syrup, preserves, salt, smoky balsamic | Leave a comment

Eggnog Loaf

Posted on December 15, 2014 by Paula Roy

Light in texture and full of flavour, this loaf just tastes like Christmas to me. Eggnog, sugar and butter, along with a generous helping of nutmeg…perfection! Ideal for brunches or as a dessert, this recipe makes a cake-like loaf that … Continue reading →

Posted in Breads, Desserts | Tagged baking powder, brunch, butter, cake, Christmas, dessert, eggnog, eggs, festive, flour, holiday, loaf, loaf pan, powdered sugar, sugar, vanilla | Leave a comment

Monthly Archives: December 2014

Artisan-style Fruit and Nut Crisps

Guest Post: Breakfast for the Famished Father

15 Minute Shortbread Cookies

Books for Cooks – 2014 edition

Cranberry-Cinnamon Cocktail/Mocktail Syrup

Caramelized Onion and Cranberry Chutney

Eggnog Loaf

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