Pasta e Fagioli, or Italian bean soup with pasta, dates back to the Roman Empire. A common dish, it was prepared with black eyed peas, the only bean available at the time. When the dish migrated to America, using beans like Cannellini were exclusively served to the rich and … [Read more...] about Comforting Pasta e Fagioli (Italian Bean Soup with Pasta)
COVID Comfort Food
Make your Own Crispy Onions
I have always associated crispy fried onions with holiday casseroles, adding a delightful crunch and texture. While we may think that fried onions date back to the 1950s when French's first launched their canned connection with recipes for homemakers (shout out 1955Shout out to … [Read more...] about Make your Own Crispy Onions
Versatile Zucchini Spread
This is a great recipe for gardeners who have a large bounty of zucchini. Works well as a toast spread, crudité dip, side dish, and additive to other savoury dishes. It has ato mild flavour which you can kick up a notch to make it your own.Versatile Zucchini Spread This … [Read more...] about Versatile Zucchini Spread
Make your Own Coconut Milk
If you are lactose intolerant or observe keto (which has been around since 1920s) you will be familiar with coconut milk which adds fat without sugar. If you have coconut flakes in your pantry you can easily make this yourself.Make your Own Coconut Milk 1 cup … [Read more...] about Make your Own Coconut Milk
Keto Chocolate Coconut Milk Popsicles
Making your own ice cream can be a challenge when you are expecting the same results as the ice cream you find in the stores. Use the hardness of homemade to your advantage making popsicles, an American invention of the 1920s. If you are following keto, (which has been around … [Read more...] about Keto Chocolate Coconut Milk Popsicles
