Archive for the ‘Christams favourite recipes’ Category

Quick and Simple Homemade Lemonade

Saturday, January 31st, 2009

This recipe has proven to be a family favourite. Surprisingly enough, it was given to me back in the 70’s at a local fair where they were selling new ‘improved’ blenders! Simplicity itself, it is the most delicious recipe we have ever enjoyed, summer and winter. And chock full of vitamin C, which is so [...]

How to Make a Wonderfully Fragrant Spice Potpourri

Thursday, January 29th, 2009

For a very festive touch, package this fragrant mood-enhancing Christmas Spice Potpourri in small gold net bags or in small white boxes tied with a good cord and a tag explaining its ingredients: From the Middle East– the birth of great religions– the aroma of Frankincense represents life, and Myrrh is a symbol of suffering: [...]

Ginger Turkey and Black Beans

Thursday, January 22nd, 2009

For a southwestern flavour to any leftover turkey, and to please your family, try this hearty version of Ginger Turkey and Black Beans. It serves 6 easily, and the added ginger helps with the digestion, and as a preventative for colds that run rampant during this time of year. However, this recipe is well received [...]

Refreshing Herbal Mint Syrup

Friday, January 16th, 2009

Whether it is cold or hot outside, having a supply of this Refreshing Mint Syrup will always be welcomed! The benfits and  healing properties or mint are legandary.
This recipe yields approximately 3 cups of a tasty syrup which can be used in summer for flavouring lemonades, teas, mint jullips, etc, and [...]

What to do with Leftover Turkey?

Tuesday, January 13th, 2009

It seems that after a holiday turkey dinner we all have more than we expected leftover, especially in the turkey department. Our families are sick and tired of what they perceive to be the same dishes over and over again and often we will hear the exclamation, “Oh, no not turkey again! I hate the [...]

Turkey Empanadas, or Oven-baked Callazones

Tuesday, January 13th, 2009

These lovely Turkey Empanadas, are surprisingly simple to prepare. They make up in a jiffy, and are so delicious! Especially when served with a turkey gravy and cranberry sauce. Delighfully different, but oh so tasty. Soon to become a favourite in your home too!
Pastry: 2 c all purpose flour
½ tsp slat
2/3 c shortening [...]

Tasty Treat Dog Biscuits

Monday, January 5th, 2009

A wonderful treat for your well-behaving dog! Everyone loves peanut butter and bananas…..and so do our four-legged best friends! These Tasty Treat Dog Biscuits are sure to be a hit and an appropriate reward whenever the occasion arises. (For more pet treats, herbal remedies, recipes and preparations for both family and pets, check the ‘Categories’ [...]

Critic’s Choice Crunchy Doggie Chews

Monday, January 5th, 2009

These healthy crunchy dog biscuits have just a hint of peanut butter flavour to entice your pet to clean his teeth naturally while satisfying his sometimes insatiable need to chew and munch, instead of destroying your favourite pair of shoes! (For more pet treats, herbal remedies, recipes and preparations for both family and pets, check [...]

Decadent Gourmet Dog Biscuits

Monday, January 5th, 2009

This recipe makes enough Decadent Gourmet Dog Biscuits to share, or enough for one very, very good and pampered pooch! They are excellent as rewarding ‘treats’ (dogs love them!) and are as effective as healthy teeth cleansers. Delicious and crunchy, Decadent Gourmet Dog Biscuits will not last long, even when made in bulk! (For more [...]

Wholesome Healthy Dual-purpose Dog Biscuits

Monday, January 5th, 2009

These hard crunchy biscuits are so very good for our pet because they are made with 4 different healthy grains and flavoured with yeast and chicken broth for their culinary delight! The yeast contained in these Wholesome Healthy Dual-purpose Dog Biscuits besides being a taste-treat to our pets when consumed, is also an excellent flea [...]