RECIPES

from The True Story of Santa’s Sleigh  It was in the 1990 Better Homes and Garden Christmas Cookies Edition that I found the recipe for the Christmas cookies that became part of our annual family tradition. The recipe is for Austrian Ischl Tarts. These are delicious, delicate cookies consisting of two layers filled in between […]

from Cooking Meat Serves 8-10  1 (6-7 pounds) bone-in lamb leg, aitchbone removed Middle Eastern Marinade ½ cup finely sliced green onions ½ cup chopped garlic 3 Tbsp grated lemon zest 2 Tbsp chopped thyme  1 cup olive oil ¼ cup lemon juice 4 tsp salt 1 Tbsp ground coriander 1 Tbsp ground fennel seeds

from Canadian Birch Company Perfect to make ahead the day before… This is a perfect holiday make-ahead breakfast or great for a brunch gathering. Sometimes it is even nice just to wake up to an extra special breakfast for no special reason or just because it is a Sunday. Make-ahead French Toast with a Gold Birch

from Ricardo: Ultimate Slow Cook Preparation 15 MINUTES Cooking 10 HOURS Servings 10 Warm UP TO 8 HOURS Freezes well 1 bone-in smoked ham shoulder (about 6 1/2 lb/3 kg)  2 tbsp (30 ml) Dijon mustard 3 or 4 cloves 1 bottle (341 ml) pale ale 3/4 cup (180 ml) maple syrup 1 Remove the

from On Boards  Enjoy this with a white Christmas sangria complete with cranberries and a rosemary sprig. Before we became parents, as working professionals, we opted out of a traditional family Christmas dinner in favor of something more intimate with friends.  This board has all the elements of Christmas dinner – slow-roasted beef bought thinly

from Alumination  8 oz ginger beer 1 oz Rig Hand Strawberry Rhubarb Vodka 1 cup strawberries Blend strawberries into a puree.  Add the vodka and mix.  Pour into a glass and slowly add the ginger beer.  Add a strawberry to the edge of the glass for presentation. Content and images used with permission by Alumination

from Malty & Hoppy Delicacy Give a “beer you can eat” twist to this classic of the North American comfort food: bacon, lettuce, and tomato… nothing fancy, just crazy delicious! Prep: 5 mins Cook: 10 mins     Yield: 1 sandwich INGREDIENTS: 4 slices bacon 2 leaves lettuce 2 slices tomato ½ avocado sliced (optional)

from First, We Brunch  Individual quiches are great for potlucking. The foolproof whole wheat pastry recipe is from a local vegetarian restaurant in Bastion Square called Rebar. The bacon adds an excellent smoky flavour, though you can leave it out for a vegetarian option if preferred.   Makes 12-15 mini-quiches  Whole Wheat Pastry 2 cups all-purpose

from The Newfoundland and Labrador Seafood Cookbook  4–6 SERVINGS  A one-pan meal, paella may be as simple or elaborate as you wish. Lobster may be added, or rabbit could replace the chicken. Ingredients 6 tablespoons olive oil  ½ pound garlic-seasoned smoked pork sausage, preferably chorizo, cut into 1/4-inch slices  3 chicken legs, thighs and drumsticks

from the Gift Guide – B.O.B.S Spices Who is excited for Christmas dinner?! We sure are! We want to share some essentials for your upcoming dinner: Traditional Stuffing, Roast Turkey and Turkey Gravy. All of these recipes feature B.O.B.S. fall favourite: Turkey Blend. https://bobsspices.ca/collections/all TRADITIONAL STUFFING  Ingredients 2 tbsp butter or margarine 1 medium onion, diced 3