Blueberry Frozen Yogurt

Blueberry Frozen Yogurt

Looks can be deceiving. This blueberry-raspberry frozen yogurt looks tasty but was chalky and unpleasant. I ended up letting it melt and pouring it over granola for breakfast. Thinking fresh and simple is best, I’d pureed raspberries and blueberries in the blender with plain yogurt 

Garlic Scape and Fresh Herb Pesto

Garlic Scape and Fresh Herb Pesto

Yesterday I issued a plea for ideas of what to do with garlic scapes. The answers rolled in. I heard from people via Twitter, Facebook, email and the comments section. Thank you all. I was thrilled with your response. Of course, with so many great 

Dominion Day Raspberry Ice Cream

Dominion Day Raspberry Ice Cream

While the rest of the nation celebrates Canada Day, in our house July 1st is Dominion Day. And Andrew has the t-shirt to prove it. For those who are curious about my husband’s patriotic insistence, check out last year’s blog post. For those who care 

Barbecue Roasted Red Peppers

Barbecue Roasted Red Peppers

I’m feeling a tad guilty again. While yesterday’s post about roasted garlic got a lot of you excited, it turns out this dish raised a few issues. First, DivaLisa is extremely allergic to garlic. Although she was too polite to say this, I’m pretty sure 

Barbecue Roasted Garlic

Barbecue Roasted Garlic

Lesson learned. Don’t blog for a few days and family members will phone to check up on you. I’m fine. Really. I haven’t succumbed to swine flu, only the temptations of summer. Truth be told, I’ve been playing hooky with my barbecue — I mean 

From the Archives: Ginger Ice Cream Pie

From the Archives: Ginger Ice Cream Pie

I just found out my friend Geoff is coming to town this summer. His visit is more than a month away, but I have got to start planning the pie NOW. You see, I’m into cakes and cookies, but Geoff is all about Pie-Pie-Pie. For 

Roasted Cauliflower with Fennel – A Virtual Potluck with Monica Bhide

Roasted Cauliflower with Fennel – A Virtual Potluck with Monica Bhide

Okay, I’m trying really hard to keep it real. See the aqua cast iron pan? It’s older than I am and has permanent baked on stains. Remember that. It’s important. Why? Because this is my contribution to Monica Bhide’s Virtual Potluck Party and I’m trying 

Rhubarb Muffins Two Ways

Rhubarb Muffins Two Ways

Since I didn’t blog yesterday I’m double dipping today. First I’m answering Debbie’s question from her contest entry. She asks. What’s the difference between a sweet potato and a yam? Seems Debbie isn’t the only one who’s confused. Google yielded 24,700 hits when I typed 

From the Archives: Stromboli

From the Archives: Stromboli

I’m on the road this week and will be dipping into the archives for a few tasty blasts from the past. This posts features a hit recipe by trend expert, cookbook author and cyber-friend Dana McCauley. Italian Week – Stromboli Click here to read original