In August it seems like every Italian in the neighbourhood is gathering supplies for sauce production. But if you only need a few quarts, this is a great recipe to make a small batch. If you are Italian or have Italian friends you know about the annual tradition for the … [Read more...] about Make Small Batches of Italian Tomato Sauce
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Fannie Farmer’s Easy Cream Dressing
First published in 1896 as The Boston Cooking-School Cook Book by Fannie Merritt Farmer, the cookbook quickly became known as the Fannie Farmer Cookbook. By far the most famous cookbook of its era, it changed the world of food preparation, teaching generations of Americans how to … [Read more...] about Fannie Farmer’s Easy Cream Dressing
Pefect Mayonnaise in 5 Minutes
Food historians can't agree on the exact orgins of Mayonnaise but do tend to agree on the country: France. It is thought that the word comes from the French word "mayonnaise," derived from the very old French word "Moreau," which means the yolk of an egg. All mayo is egg yolk … [Read more...] about Pefect Mayonnaise in 5 Minutes
Versatile Rhubarb Chutney
Rhubarb chutney is a perfect appetizer on toast with your favourite cheese or on a hearty salad. It’s sweet, tangy and savoury all in one. Versatile Rhubarb Chutney Rhubarb chutney is a perfect appetizer on toast with your favourite cheese or on a hearty salad. It’s … [Read more...] about Versatile Rhubarb Chutney
Lazy Italian Tomato Sauce
August is tomato season. Your garden will be overflowing with bright red tomatoes and grocers will be selling Roma tomatoes by the bushel for the Italians to make their sauce for the long winter months. This simple recipe using pantry ingredients comes from the southern parts … [Read more...] about Lazy Italian Tomato Sauce
