• My Mom taught me years ago How to Make Classic Whistle Dogs. It's as close to A&W's famous hot dog version as I've ever found and it brings me right back to my childhood. This easy recipe with fried hot dogs, crispy bacon and melty cheese is a favourite for so many!

    How to Make Classic Whistle Dogs

    Oh the glorious whistle dog, I feel like they deserve a national holiday. This is nostalgia at its finest. There's really nothing fancy about them, but somehow they always seem to taste better than any other hot dog out there. Did you grow up with an A&W nearby? Have you had a whistle dog? These bad boys were a favourite amongst so many! A&W no longer sells these, but don't fret, I'll teach you How to Make Classic Whistle Dogs that will bring you right back to the original. Now if someone would share their onion ring recipe, I'd have a complete…

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  • Fruit Pizza with Shortbread Crust is the perfect summer dessert. A quick shortbread base is topped with a thick layer of sweetened cream cheese which is then brightened up with fresh fruit and finished with an apricot glaze. After a slice, I'm sure you'll agree, this fruit pizza is the best.

    Fruit Pizza with Shortbread Crust

    Ok, friends, I have a treat for you today. Fruit Pizza with Shortbread Crust is the perfect summer dessert. When I think summer desserts, I want something cold, sweet and fruity. This fruit pizza is the perfect bite. A quick shortbread base is topped with a thick layer of sweetened cream cheese which is then brightened up with fresh fruit. It's summer on a plate and the perfect cold dessert for warm weather days.

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  • Once you've tried Summer Rhubarb Slush, you'll understand what I mean when I say this drink is summer's mascot. It's refreshing, sweet and slightly tart. A summer drink recipe that you can add vodka or gin to for a boozy kick. Either way it's summer in a glass.

    Summer Rhubarb Slush

    Summer Rhubarb Slush is the drink you need while basking in the sun or lounging by the lake. It's a baseball game thirst quencher and a backyard barbecue bevy. This slush is the perfect blend for rocking on the porch with a light breeze blowing through your hair. It's a quick sip while swinging in a hammock. And a toast to good friends around a picnic table. Basically, it's the mascot for perfect summer days.

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  • Land of Nod Cinnamon Buns is an easy overnight pull-apart breakfast recipe that will instantly become a favourite. Loaded with brown sugar, cinnamon and pecans, these rolls are heavenly! Plan for extras if you have a crowd because this version of monkey bread will vanish before your eyes.

    Land of Nod Cinnamon Buns

    I still remember the first time I ever ate Land of Nod Cinnamon Buns. I don't remember which house of my cousin's we were in. If it was Winnipeg, or Saskatoon. I also don't remember how old I was or the time of year. I just remember her placing this ring of cinnamon buns on her kitchen table (can't tell you what that looked like either) but the sun was shinning through the window and this dish lit up like it was a gift from the heaven's and OMG it was. We dug in and these cinnamon buns have been stuck in…

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  • There is nothing better than combining two classic meals into one dish. Taco Pizza on Naan Bread combines tacos and pizza into a meal that will become a guaranteed weeknight staple. Topped with your favourite taco toppings and made easy with naan bread this recipe is a definite keeper.

    Taco Pizza on Naan Bread

    When I was little, my Dad would make taco pizza. It was sort of his thing. He didn't do a lot of the cooking, that was more my Mom's domain. He loves to cook now and will experiment and take on any, and every dish, but back in the day, he handled the barbecue, fresh fish and taco pizza. Probably other things too, that I've since forgotten, but this pizza, however, was his jam and my inspiration for Taco Pizza on Naan Bread.

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  • With plenty of uses for taco meat, you'll be glad to have this easy Homemade Taco Meat recipe on hand. With only a step or two more, you'll ditch the packaged seasoning mix and use this ground beef recipe in all your taco and taco inspired recipes, guaranteed.

    Homemade Taco Meat

    I love tacos and not just on Tuesdays, although, I do love a themed dinner. It makes life easy. I know Tuesday it's tacos, Sundays is for the Best Almost Homemade Spaghetti Sauce. I say this, but I've yet to actually put this into regular practice. High hopes, right!? We all have them! If you're like me, you probably reach for the pre-made, packaged taco seasoning, it's easy. Well, no more! I have a new recipe that is so much better. It takes just a wee bit more time, but it's so worth the extra effort.

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  • Honey Butter is rich and decadent. With just a few ingredients and a couple of minutes, you can indulge in this recipe, that will be love at first bite. Serve it with fresh bread, muffins or scones. Use it as a topping on pancakes and waffles or try dipping graham crackers for a quick treat.

    Honey Butter

    Rich and decadent, this Honey Butter will take your breakfasts to a whole new level. This sweet condiment will replace all others. No more peanut butter, no more jams, forget the syrups. This sweet butter will hit a home run. It's smooth and buttery and perfectly honeyed. I've been enjoying it all week on my toast, but really the possibilities are endless.

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  • These Easy Beef Dip Sandwiches are effortless and lip-smacking good! Comfort food at its finest. A simple french dip crock pot recipe that will delight mom, with flavours that will win over everyone at the dinner table. Click on the photo to see the recipe

    Easy Beef Dip Sandwiches

    I have a few recipes in my back pocket that I always serve when company comes for dinner. a) because they are that good and b) I always feel good about serving them because I know the flavors are there. Moreover, I know everyone will love it. I know it'll be a hit. These Easy French Dip Sandwiches are exactly that. Effortless and lip smacking good! Comfort food made easy with these sandwiches. Let's dig in.

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  • A simple Lemon Garlic Pasta that comes together about as fast as it takes to boil the spaghetti! Don't be fooled by how easy this recipe is, the flavour is beyond indulgent and will impress even the toughest critic. Garlic, lemon and parmesan meld together in a perfect sauce to pair with hot spaghetti, spinach and roasted almonds. A perfect weeknight side dish or a meatless Monday meal!

    Lemon Garlic Pasta with Parmesan

    This pasta is perfection! With just a few simple ingredients regular ol' spaghetti transforms into heaven on a plate. Seriously, it's to die for! Yes, I know that sounds a little over the top, but give this a try and tell me I'm wrong. I bet you won't. It's an easy side dish, lunch dish, main dish. Heck, I'd eat this Lemon Garlic Pasta with Parmesan for breakfast, if there was ever any leftovers, it's a real problem. If you like leftover pasta, and really who doesn't, go ahead and double the recipe now.

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  • Rutabaga and Apple Mash with Crumb Topping is a holiday classic. A recipe passed down to each new generations. A sweet crumbly topping covers tart mashed rutabaga mellowed out by apples, sugar and cinnamon. It's a grown up dish that will please the most discerning palette.

    Rutabaga and Apple Mash with Crumb Topping

    This was my Grandma’s mainstay recipe at Christmas dinner. It didn’t matter what else was being served, it was a guarantee that this Rutabaga and Apple Mash with Crumb Topping would show up on the table, courtesy of my grandma. Because, it is my Grandmother’s cornerstone holiday side dish, it feels appropriate to share it now, just in time for Easter. Have you ever had rutabaga? It’s a root vegetable that’s basically a cross between a cabbage and a turnip. The original recipe is called turnips and apples, but after a little bit of research, I’m pretty sure we were using rutabaga…

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