Tag: Recipes
Fare With A Flair: Italian meets Tex-Mex in zesty pasta pairing
I’m lucky to have a family that enjoys just about every type of food from pretty much every corner of the world. I’m also grateful they’re willing to try assorted dishes that combine aspects of one kind of cuisine with another. In other words, they’re adventurous. My recipe today is an example of stretching the […]
Fare With A Flair: Mashed potato medley a side-dish Champ
St. Patrick’s Day is fast approaching. That evokes fond memories of a trip to Ireland many years ago and also takes me to a favourite ingredient that is inextricably “Irish”: the humble potato. While we have many varieties of potatoes to choose from these days, this time of year, I often return to the basic […]
Fare With A Flair: Craving fresh crunch? Try these cuke salads
I take pride that we enjoy a healthy salad with almost every evening meal. Usually, they’re the leafy variety with a few tomatoes and assorted other veggies tossed in a simple vinaigrette. There are times, though, when I don’t want the leafy version, but I still want a salad. I want something green and it […]
Fare With A Flair: Reuben wrap rewarding riff on deli classic
A Reuben is a classic deli sandwich that includes corned beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut and Russian dressing nestled between rye bread. It is grilled until toasted on the outside and the cheese is melted on the inside. It’s decadent and delicious. I’m a big fan of wraps and thought it would be a nice change […]
Fare With a Flair: Beat winter blahs with sunny seafood salad
I wish I was somewhere warm right now. Unfortunately, I’m not.
Fare With A Flair: Rich, sweet treat just the thing for Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day is Monday and if you’re thinking of making something special in the kitchen, it likely involves chocolate. It’s certainly an ingredient indelibly tied with the day to celebrate love. My recipe today is easy, very rich and definitely one for the chocolate lover. The base of this bourbon chocolate pecan bar is like […]
Fare With a Flair: Smothered pork chops give family comfort
Pork chops were a regular for family weeknight dinners when I was growing up. It was an economical cut of meat that could be cooked on top of the stove, in the oven or on the barbecue. There were also a wide variety of “chops” to choose from. This week I’m taking a version of […]
Fare With A Flair: Quick, easy take on tasty Indian entree
The thing I like about most recipes is they can be tweaked and simplified to your liking.
Fare With a Flair: Seed your bread recipe with pantry finds
I always find the start of a new year to be a good time to reorganize cupboards and pantry.
Brews News: ‘Tis the season to chill out with dubbels, stouts and pale ales
Forget summer, winter is the prime season for rich and smooth beer.