Ingredients 2 cups granulated sugar ½ cup evaporated milk ¼ cup light corn syrup ¼ cup unsalted butter Pinch of salt 1 tsp vanilla extract 2 cups mixed nuts or peanuts/pecans (chopped or whole) Instructions Line a baking sheet with wax paper or parchment. In a heavy saucepan, combine sugar, evaporated milk, corn syrup, butter, […]
Ingredients 2 lb carrots, peeled and sliced (or baby carrots) ½ cup honey ¼ cup brown sugar ¼ cup unsalted butter, cut into pieces ½ cup water or apple juice ½ tsp salt ¼ tsp black pepper ½ tsp ground cinnamon (optional) 1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (optional, for thicker glaze) Instructions Add […]
Ingredients 2 cups granulated sugar ½ cup evaporated milk ¼ cup light corn syrup ¼ cup unsalted butter Pinch of salt 1 tsp vanilla extract 2 cups chopped pecans Instructions Line a baking sheet with wax paper or parchment. Set aside. In a heavy saucepan, combine sugar, evaporated milk, corn syrup, butter, and salt. Cook […]
Ingredients Chocolate Cake 1¾ cups all-purpose flour ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder 2 cups sugar 1½ tsp baking powder 1½ tsp baking soda 1 tsp salt 2 eggs 1 cup buttermilk ½ cup vegetable oil 2 tsp vanilla extract 1 cup hot coffee or hot water Chocolate Frosting 1 cup unsalted butter, softened 3½ cups […]
Ingredients Black Velvet Cake 2½ cups all-purpose flour 1 cup black cocoa powder (for deep color & flavor) 2 cups sugar 1½ tsp baking soda 1 tsp baking powder 1 tsp salt 2 eggs, room temperature 1½ cups buttermilk ¾ cup vegetable oil 2 tsp vanilla extract 1 tsp white vinegar 1 cup hot coffee […]
cheeseburgers! Ingredients 1 lb ground beef (80/20 for juiciness) Salt & black pepper 4 burger buns 4 slices cheese (American, cheddar, or Swiss) Butter or oil for pan/grill Optional Toppings Lettuce • tomato • onion • pickles • bacon • ketchup • mustard • mayo Instructions Form the Patties Divide beef into 4 loose balls […]
Salmon Croquettes (Old-Fashioned and Crispy) Ingredients (serves 4): For the croquettes: 2 cups of cooked, flaked salmon (canned salmon works well – make sure you drain it and remove the bones) 1 large egg ½ cup of finely chopped onion ¼ cup of green bell pepper, finely chopped 2 tbsp fresh parsley (optional) ½ cup […]
Ingredients Chocolate Cake 1¾ cups all-purpose flour ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder 2 cups sugar 1½ tsp baking powder 1½ tsp baking soda 1 tsp salt 2 eggs 1 cup buttermilk ½ cup vegetable oil 2 tsp vanilla extract 1 cup hot coffee or hot water Raspberry Filling 2 cups fresh or frozen raspberries ⅓ […]
Skillet Country Potatoes These hearty, homey potatoes are the perfect addition to a breakfast plate, with crispy edges, soft centres and a blend of seasonings that evoke the slow pace of a Southern morning. Simple, warm and full of old-fashioned flavour, they bring back memories of Grandma’s kitchen and cast-iron skillets sizzling at sunrise. One […]
Tender braised beef steaks with onion gravy Slow-cooked juicy beef steaks in a rich onion gravy. Comfort food made simple! Ingredients: • 2 beef steaks (e.g. chuck or sirloin) • 2 tbsp olive oil • 2 large onions, sliced • 2 cloves of garlic, minced • 1 cup of beef broth • 1 tsp salt […]