Beer Pot Pie Recipe...

Here is another one of my recipes made with beer. As always, I use local products – including beer. And the best suited for this recipe was Waterloo Dark beer, brewed by our local Brick Brewing Company. I took a bit of time making this – including making my own beef broth. I had a small roast in the freezer that was asking to be used, so I cut it up and used few of the outside pieces to make the broth. Just...

Chocolate Beer Cake Recipe...

Just in time for Valentines day  – ladies, you can totally surprise your loved one with a delicious, homemade chocolate beer cake! Yes – you are reading this right – this cake is made with beer. I made it last night and got rave reviews not only from my husband, but also from a friend who stopped by for a visit. And you don’t have to worry – you , or anyone else will not taste the beer –...

Waterloo Dark Corned Beef and Cabbage...

I get to name this recipe, since I created it. I have mentioned a few times in the past that I like cooking with beer – just like my grandma used to do.So – looking at a corned beef brisket I got for our Sunday dinner, I thought about what I could do with it. Adding cabbage and few simple ingredients was the answer and using Waterloo Dark beer was definitely a good choice. This recipe turned out great! I...

Great Homemade Beef Stew Recipe...

Definitely on the top of the "Comfort Foods" list - try the recipe today! It is now almost two years ago that I first posted the Homemade Beef Stew Recipe. Comments have been pretty unanimous – “Just like grandma used to make!” And that makes me very proud – my own grandma taught me to cook and bake and I will always be grateful for that. This recipe is perfect for this time of year –...

How to Make Eggnog...

You can buy festive eggnog in a carton at your local supermarket, or you can make thick and delicious one yourself. It’s easy and it’s very good! Here is my favourite recipe for you:   Ingredients: 4 cups of milk 1-1/3 cups of sugar 12 egg yolks 1 cup of heavy cream 1/2 cup of bourbon or rum (optional) Ground nutmeg Directions: In a medium saucepan, whisk milk and sugar together over medium heat, until...

Cranberry Upside Down Cake Recipe...

You already know that I love cranberries! And this time of the year is just perfect for adding them into all kinds of recipes. The topping is made by simply baking cranberries placed in layer over sugar and spices at the bottom of the pan.As the cake bakes, sugar caramelizes, forming a rich syrup. You can add sweetened whip cream that will make a perfect combination to this lovely spicy dessert.  I am going to include...

Apple Raisin Bread Pudding Recipe...

Let’s say you have bread in your kitchen that is a bit dry and a few apples in your fruit basket that are no longer the greatest for biting into; Here is what you can do and create a great tasting dessert for your family! Apple Raisin Bread Pudding: Ingredients: 6 tablespoons of unsalted butter (4 melted, 2 cold, plus a bit more, softened for baking dish 5 cups of milk 6 large eggs 1-12/ cups of sugar 1 tablespoon...

How to make Old Fashioned Butter Cookies...

Here is why I like Butter Cookies (aside of the obvious fact that they are delicious!) – you can make different varieties of final shapes and finishes and it looks like you have baked a great selection. And it can be all done from one basic dough. Here is the recipe: Old Fashioned Butter Cookies: Ingredients: 3 cups of flour 1 cup of confectioner’s sugar 1 cup of col unsalted butter, cut into cubes ½ teaspoon...

Old Fashioned Cinnamon Loaf Recipe...

Incredibly delicious Cinnamon Loaf - fresh and warm, straight from the oven - talk about comfort food! I am very happy to share this recipe with all of you – as my new friend Selina Joyce from Alberta, Canada shared it with me. Joyce enjoys visiting my website and was kind enough to take some time to send me a personal note,letting me know how much she enjoys what I do and telling me her story. I very quickly discovered...

Cranberry Walnut Bread Recipe...

I am really into cranberries this time of the year! This bread is very easy to put together and tastes great- buttered fresh out of the oven and equally great the next day. You can store it for about a week in an airtight container or freeze it for later use. And without a doubt – it will make a great addition to your holiday breakfast or brunch. Enjoy! Cranberry Walnut Bread 2 tablespoons of butter – room temperature 2...