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...

Great Valentines Day Recipes...

Making that special meal on Valentines Day is sometimes the best gift you can give. Whether you choose breakfast, lunch or dinner, planning what you will serve is important. I have put together a list of recipes suitable for what you choose to do – just click on the link or the picture to get the complete ingredients and instructions. Enjoy!   Special Valentines Day Breakfast Romantic Valentines Day Dinner Valentines...

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...

Easy Way to Make Great Butter Tarts...

You can easily make butter tarts like these! Click on the picture and check out my pre-packaged products. So easy, you won't believe it! I have a story to tell you:  Some of you are already familiar with the Mama Knows product line. Good old fashioned recipes that I have personally transformed into a ready to mix and make goodies. One of the products are The Best Ever Butter Tarts. And much to my delight, my adopted...

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 –...

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...

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...

Unique and Handmade Gifts Like No Others...

I just have to share this with all of you! After years of thinking about doing what I do best, I have finally launched Mama Knows product line – in my very own online store! I can hardly sleep now – it’s like having another child! All the products have my personal name on them – all have been developed and well tested personally by me and I do believe they make incredible gifts! Check out the Recipes...

Cornbread Pudding Recipe...

Cornbread pudding will make a great addition to any meal – especially if you are looking to add something to your holiday dinner menu. You can serve it topped with fruits or nuts and make a lovely dessert! Fro variation and to serve with your main course, I have added a recipe make with chives – Enjoy! Cornbread Pudding Preheat oven to 300F with rack in the centre position In a large bowl, beat together 4...

Roast Turkey with Herb Butter Recipe...

I recommend the Cornbread and Sausage stuffing - but you can choose from any one of my top 5! The combination of herbs is what makes the difference here. And when you use Sausage and Cornbread stuffing, you will be creating a definite holiday favourite! Roast turkey with Herb Butter Ingredients: 5 tablespoons of butter(at room temperature) 1 tablespoon each of fresh chopped rosemary, sage and thyme Coarse salt and pepper 1...