Lamb and Barley Scotch Broth
The fabled highlands of Scotland. Rugged, misty and cool most of the year. After a day of boating on the loch or exploring medieval castles, there is nothing better to warm your insides than...
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Hungarian Beef Goulash
There are many variations of Goulash, whose origins are found in the hearty stew that was made by Hungarian cattle herders. As they drove their cattle to markets across eastern Europe, their recipe followed...
Turkey or Chicken Tetrazzini
This is one of my favourite ways to use up cooked turkey breast and often gets made the day after a big Thanksgiving or Christmas feast. This one dish wonder is packed with everything...
Bread & Potato Stuffing
This past fall, I visited the early 18th century windmill at Pointe du Moulin just west of Montreal and it made me appreciate how our ancestors worked so hard to harvest crops, mill their...
Festive Frittata
While traditional Italian frittata is skillet fried similar to an omelette, this version is baked in a shallow casserole dish. Since this recipe includes bread, baking allows time for the liquid to be absorbed....
Easy Shrimp Bisque
You’ve just asked your party guests to sit down for the main meal when you scan the appetizers and see that you have an uneaten shrimp ring and a partly eaten veggie platter. Before...
Hearty Minestrone
The first time I read an Italian-only menu, I noticed a category called minestre where various soups were listed. Later, I learned that Italian cuisine has zuppa, originating as a meager peasant’s ration of...
Ranchero Eggs
Hueveos Rancheros, as they are known in Spanish, is a perfect brunch dish for Mexican food lovers. You can either use small tortillas or Charras Tostadas as shown here. This dish provides a great...
Beef and Barley Soup
This recipe is so hearty and makes the perfect lunch in cooler months. If you find yourself with some leftover roast beef or lamb, get yourself some “pot” barley and simmer away. The condiment...