Madeira Cream Bread Pudding with Strawberries...

Madeira Cream Bread Pudding with Strawberries A decadent take on bread pudding, this dessert mixes strawberries with Madeira wine – a time tested combination! 1 lb. loaf of egg or homestyle bread 1 cup of Madeira wine 2 teaspoons of grated lemon rind 6 eggs 2 cups of milk 1 cup of whipping cream ½ cup of sugar Topping: 4 cups of strawberries 2 tablespoons of sugar 2 tablespoons of Madeira wine 1 cup of whipping...

Top 5 Strawberry Recipes...

It’s that time of the year again – those wonderful, sweet smelling and juicy berries are everywhere! You can make the ever popular shortcake or you can check out and try my Top 5 Strawberry recipes. Go for something just a little bit different and you will not be disappointed! Here are a few simple tips for you on choosing and storing strawberries: Strawberry Sum-up: Choosing your berries: Look for sweet...

10 Proven Weight-Loss Secrets You Probably Haven&#...

A good friend of mine sent me this yesterday and after reading it, I decided to share it. Not sure if I agree 100% with absolutely everything, but on that note, absolutely everything Dr. Ferril writes about makes sense. So – if you are fighting that famous battle of the bulge sometimes – or all the time like me – I do hope this will help! 10 Proven Weight-Loss Secrets You Probably Haven’t Tried By...

Old Fashioned Homemade Peach Streusel Pie...

This recipe goes together very easily – and it looks, tastes and smells wonderful! Juicy,succulent peach filling with a buttery pecan crown is baked in a delicious flaky pastry – pure delight and praises are certain! If you would like to read up on Guide to perfect pastry, see: http://www.mama-knows.com/recipes/guide-to-perfect-pastry.html For Homemade Flaky Pastry recipe , see: http://www.mama-knows.com/recipes/rich-flaky-pastry.html Old...

Old Fashioned Homemade Coleslaw...

This is an amazing recipe that will be a welcomed addition to any meal! I love serving it with grilled ribs or pork roast. This homemade coleslaw recipe will give you enough coleslaw to feed a large gathering if you are entertaining – if you need to make it for your family only, cut the recipe in a half or a quarter of the listed quantities. Try it and see if it isn’t the best coleslaw you’ve ever made! Old...

Easy Homemade Baked Potatoes...

This delicious side dish is flavoured with bacon and cheddar and has a hint of Dijon mustard. The preparation time is under 30 minutes and they are perfect as a side dish with your grilled steak, chicken or ribs! Easy Homemade Baked Potatoes: 4 small baking potatoes 1/4 cup of butter, softened 1/4 cup of milk 1 cup of shredded Cheddar cheese 1/3 cup of real bacon bits 2 green onions,chopped 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard Dash...

Old Fashioned Pot Roast...

This recipe will give you a melt-in-your-mouth pot roast that your family will love and you can boast about. Seasoned with rosemary,mustard and thyme, it is very easy to make and always a hit. Old Fashioned Pot Roast: 1 lb. of potatoes, quartered 1 cup of fresh baby carrots 1 boneless beef chuck roast (3-4 lbs.) 1/4 cup Dijon mustard 2 teaspoons of dried rosemary,crushed 1 teaspoon of garlic salt 1/2 teaspoon of dried...

Top 10 Friendly Foods for Your Face...

We all know that researchers have found evidence that some foods can be skin unfriendly.But they also found that the – for example – saturated fat in bacon and Brie that clogs arteries may also gum up the capillaries that whisk nutrients to, and waste from, skin cells. And get this: lots of sugar apparently will mess with collagen, contributing to saggy, inflexible skin and brown spots. But there are numerous...

Old Fashioned Grilled Country Ribs...

Using this easy recipe will give you finger lickin’ tender ribs that are covered in a delicious sticky sauce  – sure to be a family favourite and to impress your guests when entertaining ! Serve them with tasty salads or try coleslaw and baked beans! Old Fashioned Grilled Country Ribs: 4 lbs. of bone-in country-style pork ribs 1 medium onion, chopped 2 garlic cloves, minced 1/4 cup of canola oil 1 cup of...

Top 10 Smart Household Solutions...

There are some smart solutions to common household challenges that I believe can help in making your life easier. Here are my Top 10 – hope you will enjoy them! 1. Rose Fertilizer: You can recycle old banana peels by using them as fertilizer. The peels are a great source of potassium and phosphorus, which roses need to grow and bloom. Bury the peels in about an inch of soil around your rose bushes. 2. Spare Key...