Monthly Archives: July 2010

One Delivery Day…

Our regular driver Charlie was vacationing in the US, attending a wedding.  An old neighbour of his, an Amish family, the who he used to drive for had a son getting married, and he and his wife Mary were so … Continue reading

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Lesley’s Ratatouille

LESLEY’S RATATOUILLE This Nicoise style dish is much more than stewed vegetables.  It can be prepared fairly quickly by cooking everything  at the same time, but that needs to be done in the correct sequence to not miss out on … Continue reading

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Fresh & Local: Straight from Canadian farms to your table- Review and Giveaway

This week I have been lucky to have received a gourmet Canadian cookbook, Fresh & Local: Straight  from Canadian farms to your table, by Craig Flinn,  foreword by Michael Smith. About the Book Fresh & Local is a beautifully illustrated … Continue reading

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Hummamole

Hummamole I just happened to “Stumble Upon” this awesome hummus/guacamole dip. Great with veggie sticks, tortilla chips, pita bread etc. 2 avocados, peeled and pitted can of chickpeas, drained handful fresh cilantro 1/2 chopped onion 3 cloves garlic, peeled and … Continue reading

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Veggie Vivers

Listed here are a plethora of vegetarian vivers or victuals to create for yourself.

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Sumptuous Soups & Salads

This collection of soups, salads and dressings will satisfy most of our discerning pallets.

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Homemade & Wholesome

I have chosen a list of my “Must Make” treats and good eats and compiled them here for all to use!

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Zucchini Brownies

If you do anything at all, you must supply your culinary cook book repertoire with Simply In Season by Mary Beth Lind and Cathleen Hockman-Wert.  I have fallen in love with this book which has far too many fantastic recipe … Continue reading

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New Potatoes with Basil

New Potatoes with Basil 1 1/2 pounds small red-skinned potatoes 2 T butter 4 T finely chopped Fresh Basil 2 small onions or shallots 2 cloves of fresh or dried garlic, minced Pierce potatoes in several places with a fork. … Continue reading

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City Farmer: Adventures in Urban Food Growing – Review and Giveaway

This week I am reviewing a general interest book, City Farmer: Adventures in Urban Food Growing by Lorraine Johnson. I know we have members in our group who will surely appreciate this book, especially when it comes to those who … Continue reading

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