Tag Archives: thyme

Quick Pickled Strawberries

Posted on June 23, 2018 by

A clever and versatile use for a favourite fruit Honestly, I think the song “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year” should have been written about strawberry season. The sight of those first boxes of local strawberries at the … Continue reading →

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Quick lemon-thyme loaf

Posted on May 17, 2018 by

Thyme adds a tasty twist to a classic favourite I adore all things lemon and this speedy sweet bread is one of my go-to recipes. The addition of  fresh thyme leaves makes this loaf extra-special, providing a nice pop of … Continue reading →

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Spiced Sweet Potato Stacks

Posted on January 15, 2017 by

An easy, elegant way to serve up nutritious sweet potatoes! I love sweet potatoes. Not only are they delicious and super nutritious, but they add a gorgeous pop of colour to any plate. I love this recipe for oven baked … Continue reading →

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Marinated Goat Cheese with Pickled Blueberries

Posted on August 4, 2016 by

Heaven help me….I have a new addiction, and it’s this dish. It started out innocently enough. I looked around for something new to pickle, and spied a big basket of fresh blueberries on the kitchen counter. As an aside, in … Continue reading →

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Cheesy Zucchini-Apple Tian

Posted on March 5, 2016 by

I’m always looking for new ways to serve vegetables to my family. This dish was a big hit with everyone and I especially loved it because not only is it super easy to prepare, it’s also easy to serve and … Continue reading →

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Spicy Marinated Olives

Posted on November 13, 2015 by

I’m a big fan of gifting edible treats on just about any occasion. Show up at a party with a nice bottle of wine and something yummy the host can either put on the table or tuck away to savour … Continue reading →

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Make-ahead Scallops au Gratin

Posted on March 30, 2015 by

I’ve always loved this dish, also known as Coquilles St. Jacques. For years, it was my ‘have to impress these people’ meal. These days, I prefer this version which can be made the day before a party. I also like that … Continue reading →

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