This Lemon Poppy Seed Braid is the first loaf of bread I was ever taught to make. I was 12 years old at that time and was living in a small town with little else to do after school. My mentor was a Canadian lady who made the most wonderful baked goodies. My mom is…
Rainbow-tie Salad
It has been really nice outside. The days are bright and sunny with temperatures in the 50’s. Not exactly warm, but a light sweater or a long sleeve shirt makes it very comfortable. It’s cool and refreshing. There are also lots more fruits and vegetables in the produce section at the grocery stores now. I…
Warm Asparagus and Wild Rice Salad
Usher in spring with this light and tasty Warm Asparagus and Wild Rice Salad. It works well as a side dish or a stand-alone light lunch.
Irish Soda Bread
Tried and tested easy to prepare Irish Soda Bread flavored with caraway seeds, orange zest, and raisins. Delicious served with corned beef and cabbage.
Turkey Pot Pie
Delicious Turkey Pot Pie with flaky homemade pie crust. Totally freezer friendly. Assemble, freeze, and bake from frozen when desired.
Blueberry Banana Buckle
This is a very wet week here in Minnesota. The mornings are cloudy and foggy and it’s been raining the past several days. I am glad the dirty snow is melting but all that moisture is making the grounds really soggy and muddy. It is not a pretty sight. This is the kind of weather…
Chelsea Buns
Sweet and sticky Chelsea Buns filled with a mix of spices, raisins, and cranberries. Delicious eaten warm fresh out of the oven.
Friday Fish Fry
The Knights of Columbus annual Friday Fish Fry during Lent. It is a festive community event complete with live entertainment.
Coulibiac (Russian Fish Pie)
Day 4 of this fish series brings us to the delicious pastry wrapped fish and rice dish, Coulibiac. Coulibiac is the French adaptation of the traditional Russian Kulebyaka. It consists of salmon (or sturgeon), rice, hard boiled eggs, and mushrooms wrapped in a brioche dough or puff pastry. This dish makes an impressive centerpiece for…
Orange Coconut Cake with Orange Frosting
This fragrant and moist Orange Coconut Cake with Orange Frosting is a winner. The flavors of orange and coconut are simply delightful together.
Valentine Linzer Cookies
Buttery egg-free Valentine Linzer Cookies with strawberry jam for your sweetie on Valentine’s Day. Perfect with a cup of tea.
Grilled Marmite Cheese Sandwich
Rich savory Grilled Marmite Cheese Sandwich with lots of umami flavor. Makes a quick and satisfying breakfast or snack served with your favorite cup of tea.
Banana Nut Chocolate Chip Bread
Deliciously moist and tender Banana Nut Chocolate Chip Bread with walnuts and dark chocolate chips. Makes a great afternoon tea bread.
Banana Bread French Toast
Make this Banana Bread French Toast for a weekend breakfast treat or dessert. It is so fragrant and delicious. You will not be disappointed!
Cranberry Orange Bread
The weather has turned awfully cold again after a slightly “warmer” week. It was difficult to climb out of bed but everyone needed to get going. After Ro-Ri San and boys had left, I decided it was time to bake another loaf of bread. This should warm up the kitchen and lift up spirits. The…
Broccoli and Tangerine Salad
I only keep enough salad for what the family can consume in a short time. This keeps the stock fresh but sometimes I run out before the next trip to the grocery store. At times like these, necessity is the mother of inventions. So invent, I did. I look through the crisper, found some broccoli,…
Creamy Mashed Potatoes with Ham Bits
The Ro-Ri household is big on potatoes. We like it fried, boiled, mashed, curried, in soups, you name it, it is all good. With teenage boys who are very appreciative of food, potatoes make the dish go a longer way. I had some sandwich ham which was a little more crumbly than usual. It is…
Chunky Beef Soup
There is nothing more comforting and satisfying on a cold, wet day than a bowl of thick, chunky beef soup and a warm buttered roll to accompany it …..mmm …..mmm. I have cooked this soup many times and I think barley or pasta (fine shapes or alphabets) goes well with it. I decided to go…
Apple Stuffed Sirloin Roast
Treat your family to this moist and flavorful Apple Stuffed Sirloin Roast. It is a great weekend dish and an impressive one to serve when there is company.
Shrimp and Apple Sausage Spaghetti
Pasta is one of those things you can easily whip up when you are running late. I always have a stock of spaghetti, linguine, rotini, and various types of pasta. Jars of dried herbs are also a must in the pantry. Shrimps and sausages can be defrosted in no time. Ro-Ri’s Shrimp and Apple Sausage…
Cinnamon Raisin Bread
Nothing beats the aroma of home baked bread. It is simple to make with a bread machine. All you have to do is measure out the ingredients into the pan. You’ll be amazed to discover how few ingredients are required as compared to the long list you see on labels from breads purchased at the…