This meal really hit the spot a couple of nights ago when we had it for dinner at our house. I make it with good cut of steak and sometimes even use it as a “leftover rescue recipe” when leftovers are availabe from a steak dinner, especially if that steak is still on the rare …
Chicken Egg Rolls with Orange Ginger Sauce. Forget bland takeout versions, these easy homemade egg rolls are packed with bright flavours. A perfect addition to your next Chinese food dinner. Several years ago, I came up with this chicken egg rolls recipe, basically with ingredients that I had on hand at the time. I am …
Simmer together for about 20 minutes2 cups orange juice1 tbsp grated fresh ginger root½ cup brown sugar¼ tsp salt¼ tsp pepper1 clove minced garlicZest of one orange After simmering together for 20 minutes, strain the liquid through a sieve and return the liquid to the pot and the pot to the burner. Thicken the sauce …
I make a number of different kinds of stuffed French toast and this one was the result this morning of some leftover Whole Wheat and Raisin Bread from the fantastic Georgestown Bakery here in St. John’s. Add to that a little inventiveness between Spouse and I on a quiet Sunday morning with the kids away …
This tempting torte was thrown together for dessert a couple of nights ago based on some leftover chocolate buttercream frosting and raspberry compote that I already had on hand. A really delicious mix of flavours in this one for sure and it was well appreciated by my dinner guests and a couple of lucky friends …
Strawberry Orange Shortcake with Cointreau. Fresh strawberries get marinated in orange zest and Cointreau liqueur then served on homemade sweet biscuits with vanilla whipped cream. Forget the crocuses, when I start making these individual Strawberry-Orange Shortcakes, barbecue weather must be upon us! This is my favourite summer barbecue dessert and easy to make too. I’ve …
I make this cake in a vanilla version without the orange flavour but the this is my preferred version. I have made it many, many times for birthdays, graduations anniversaries and even weddings. Many people who have tried it call it their favorite cake.This little loaf sized cake was made of the leftovers from making …
Cranberry Orange Muffins. Small cranberries or partridgeberries will give a tart pop to these fragrant orange citrus muffins with an optional drizzle of cinnamon glaze.
Ginger Orange Stir Fried Vegetables. A versatile side dish for many meals or add stir fried shrimp, chicken or pork medallions for a complete, quick & easy weekday meal.
With the help of a little child labor, I am beginning to navigate the kitchen from my rented wheelchair which will be with me for a couple of months yet after a major ankle surgery several weeks back. Thanks to all who have sent well wishes for a quick and successful recovery. I’m slowed down …