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Tag Archives: puff pastry
Speedy cinnamon knots
Easy, delicious party-worthy pastries! I like to think of frozen puff pastry as a secret weapon. I always keep some on hand as it is so versatile and ideal for making all sorts of sweet and savoury treats. Some of … Continue reading
Posted in baking
Tagged appetizer, baking, butter, cinnamon, dessert that's not too sweet, easy, easy party food, garlic, garlic knots, pastry, Paula Roy, puff pastry, quick, sugar, teatime, what to make with puff pastry
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Butter tart-inspired biscuits
A tasty twist on a favourite Canadian dessert! I was asked by a friend to come up with a sweet treat similar to butter tarts but without eggs due to a family allergy. Rather than trying to reinvent the characteristic … Continue reading
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Tagged baking, biscuit, butter tart, butter tarts, butter tarts without eggs, buttertart, Paula Roy, pecans, puff pastry, smoked sea salt, sweet, treat
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Goat cheese and caramelized onion puff pastry palmiers
The fabulous appetizer that pulls a disappearing act! I could not believe how fast these little treats got devoured when I served them to my book club recently. They’re the perfect thing, really – crisp and light and full of … Continue reading
Recipe roundup: all about apples
Some tasty and inventive ways to enjoy a favourite fall fruit! Just like the outstanding peach and tomato crops this year, I think it’s proving to be a stellar year for apples. I’ve purchased numerous varieties at my local farmers’ … Continue reading
Posted in Fruit
Tagged apple, apple roundup, baking, biscuits, Cheddar, fall, kale, muffin, Paula Roy, pickled apples, pickles, puff pastry, quinoa, salad, waffle
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Apple pie rings
Pretty, portable and tasty treats! I love it when I serve a dessert that delights people with its visual appeal and its taste. When I told recent dinner guests we were having apple pie for dessert, I’m quite certain they … Continue reading
Posted in Dessert, Fruit
Tagged apple, apple pie, apples, different way to make apple pie, fun dessert, ice cream, Paula Roy, picnic dessert, pie, potluck dessert, puff pastry
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Paula Roy’s Favourite Foods – Episode 9 recipes
Effortless Entertaining with delicious make-ahead dishes While the holidays may be winding down, entertaining season is never over, as far as I’m concerned. I love hosting dinner parties in the winter as people seem especially eager to gather together indoors. … Continue reading
Posted in Recipes, television, Tips and Tricks
Tagged can I freeze mashed potatoes, creamy mashed potatoes, dill sauce, easy recipes for entertaining, effortless entertaining, how to make hosting a dinner party easier, make-ahead mashed potatoes, make-ahead recipes for entertaining, Paula Roy, Paula Roy's Favourite Foods, Pavlova, puff pastry, Rogers TV Ottawa, salmon
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Pear and Cheese Galettes
Super simple party-perfect treats I’m often asked what staples I keep on hand in my fridge, freezer and pantry so I can whip up some treats on short notice. At the top of my list is frozen puff pastry. It’s … Continue reading
Posted in appetizer
Tagged appetizer, blue cheese, brie, delicious, easy appetizer, galette, impressive appetizer, make-ahead, party, Paula Roy, pear, puff pastry, recipe, tart, walnuts
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