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Pineapple Rum Slush
Drinks

Pineapple Rum Slush

On a hot summer day, there is nothing better than an ice-cold drink to cool you down. Slushies are a big hit with kids, and this ‘grown-up’ version of a slushie is perfect for hot summer afternoons or evenings. Pineapple Rum Slush is a refreshing cocktail for sipping by the pool or serving at a […]

Taco Soup topped with sour cream, cheese and tortilla strips
Soup

Taco Soup

Dive into a fiesta of flavors with our homemade Taco Soup recipe. This hearty and savoury recipe combines the bold flavors of traditional tacos in a comforting soup. Garnished with cheese, sour cream, and tortilla chips, it’s a satisfying meal for any season. What do you do with leftover taco meat? My kids love tacos […]

Chocolate Mayo Cake
Baking, Cakes

Chocolate Mayo Bundt Cake

Mayo cakes became popular during the depression era when ingredients for baking were difficult to find. Eggs and oil were replaced by mayo in cakes. Even mayonnaise brands started putting the recipe on the back of jars. The most popular for me growing up was on the Hellman’s jar. I remember my grandmother making this […]

Bowl of grilled corn and peppers salad with chipotle dressing
Side Dishes

Grilled Corn Salad with Creamy Chipotle Dressing

Grilled corn makes a great BBQ side dish, and fresh or leftover grilled corn makes a tasty salad. Mixed with fresh herbs and a few other ingredients then topped with a creamy chipotle sauce, you have a flavourful salad. Grilled Corn Salad with Creamy Chipotle Dressing makes a perfect side dish for your next BBQ. […]

Reese's Pieces Cookies
Baking, Cookies

Reese’s Pieces Cookies

Soft and chewy, not too sweet, Reese’s Pieces Cookies make a perfect snack. The mix of Reese’s Pieces with chocolate chips gives these cookies just the right amount of satisfying chocolate and peanut butter. This recipe uses only one bowl to mix the dough, making clean-up easier. These cookies will quickly become a family favourite. […]

Chipotle Sauce with Grilled Sweet Potatoes
Side Dishes

Grilled Sweet Potatoes

Grilled Sweet Potatoes are a perfect side dish. Quick and easy, this recipe makes a terrific side dish for a weeknight barbecue. They are great served with chicken, pork chops, and even burgers. Not everyone in our family likes sweet potatoes, so this recipe is small compared to our usual recipes. It calls for three […]

Homemade Chipotle Sauce
Condiments and Pickles

Homemade Chipotle Sauce

This creamy Homemade Chipotle Sauce makes a great dipping sauce for sweet potato fries or chicken. It is also delicious as a topping for burgers or tacos. This sauce can also be used as a salad dressing. Looking through the grocery store, I have not been able to find a chipotle sauce on the shelves. […]

BBQ

Grilled Sausages on Toasted Garlic Butter Buns

Grilled sausages are a quick and easy dinner for hot summer days. Add a toasted garlic butter bun, a quick tomato sauce, and cheese, and you have a delicious sandwich. Pair it with a side salad and you have a quick and easy meal.   Ingredients When it comes to sausages, I usually use Italian […]

BBQ, Side Dishes

Grilled Bacon Cheddar Potatoes

When looking for a quick side dish for a weeknight barbecue, baked potatoes are usually not an option. On the barbecue, potatoes can take a while to bake through. So if you are looking for a baked potato taste that does not take an hour or so to cook, Grilled Bacon and Cheddar Potatoes are […]