There is nothing better than coming home and having a freshly made meal, except maybe coming home to an already cooked, homemade meal. In the winter we rely on our trusty Crock-Pots and slow cookers to get us through these long, cold months filled with short, dark days. It’s as easy as pulling … [Read more...]
Cold Weather Warm-Up: Potato, Cheddar & Chive Soup
It is definitely getting chilly outside and for me that means one thing: time to bring out my trusty old slow cooker and enjoy a few hearty soups, chillis and stews. Enter Canadian Living's latest title New Slow Cooker Favourites. This cookbook is packed full of inventive, delicious new slow cooker … [Read more...]
Caramelized Onion Pot Roast
What's not to love about a recipe you can throw into the crockpot in the morning and serve up without any hassle for dinner? This delicious dish goes great with rice or mashed potatoes, and will make the most amazing left-over sandwiches the following day. The caramelized onions really make … [Read more...]
Country Captain
Country Captain is a Southern dish with an interesting (albeit suspicious) history. It is a stew made with browned chicken pieces, onions, and curry powder. The story goes that it originated in India as a simple poultry recipe enjoyed by British officers. An early 19th-century British sea captain … [Read more...]