I loved the brisket recipe from this website and the pork loin recipe in the slow cooker with that honey butter sauce was super delicious. It was easy to make, however, in my crockpot it cooked it a lot faster even on low so I would definitely shave off about 30 minutes if you are in the same boat as me.
Category: Food & Drink
Best Brisket
We bought a large brisket from Costco and portioned it out into 5 pieces; the intention was to smoke them in our Bradley. But I wanted to try one in the crock pot; I was quite nervous to cook this cut of meat for the first time. I scoured the internet for the perfect (and simplest) recipe I could find and I’m happy to report (and share) it with you!
Slow Cooker Beef Brisket with BBQ Sauce
The instructions were clear and it was definitely written for a first-timer; she took it right back to the basics. The sauce was easy to make as well and with ingredients I had on hand (and regularly have on hand).
The cook behind this brisket recipe also has one for pork shoulder that I am keen to try! Definitely have her website saved in my favourites now!
French Onion Meatballs
We only planted potatoes and onions this year and we got quite the crop so I am looking at integrating those into most of our meals. I saw this type of meal at Costco in the form of one of their ready-made section. So, I did some Googling and came across this recipe; we tried it and loved it.
Before you know it fall will be here, which means lots of us are pulling the produce we grew from our gardens. Hopefully everyone had a bumper crop this year; to the point where you are running out of ideas for what to do with it all. I’m here to help… if you have a plethora of green beans and want something more exciting than pan frying them with a bit a of butter —check out these crowd pleasing recipes…
Back to the Vault: Zucchini
This time last year I was harvesting lots of zucchini from our garden and I shared my favourite recipes with you, I hope this year everyone has a bumper crop!
Back to the Vault: Amazing Apricots
Today, we are taking a look at some truly delicious apricot recipes to enjoy this summer!
International Pineapple Day
Although an upside-down one; may have a “naughty” meaning these days –this day celebrates the delicious, tropical fruit in the “innocent” sense.
Not going to lie, I fell down the rabbit whole when researching the pineapple in preparation for celebrations on June 27 and this is what I discovered…
1. It was first documented by Columbus (Guadaloupe, 1463)
2. Hawaii is the biggest producer of pineapples (1/3 of the world’s pineapples in fact)
3. Other major pineapple producing countries include: Mexico, Thailand, Costa Rica, Honduras & China
4. It takes 2 years for a tree to produce fruit.”
5. The fruit and the tree look very similar
6. One stalk can produce HUNDREDS of pineapples
7. Pineapples are a low cal source of vitamin C, magnesium, iron & even protein
8. They improve digestion and have benefits for the immune system
9. To get your pineapple to ripen faster; store it upside-down
10. They are actually a member of the berry family
To commemorate the occasion; I’ll be sipping on my favourite drink (the Pinapple Mojito Mocktail) and eating my favorite dessert: the traditional Pineapple Upside-Down Cake
Hello June! This month is all about celebrating the end of the school year and welcoming summer. Summer is the season of picnics, barbecues and getting together with friends. Burgers and hot dogs are great; they are classics. But, I wanted to try something different for our latest party….
Ingredients
1 Tbsp margarine
1 red bell pepper (sliced)
1 yellow bell pepper (sliced)
1 orange bell pepper (sliced)
1 onion (halved and then sliced)
1 pack of mild Italian sausage (sliced into rounds)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1 Tbsp Italian seasoning
1 can Alymer diced tomatoes
1 pack hot dog buns
Directions
- In a large pan, melt the margarine and sauté bell peppers and onions together until soft
- Add in minced garlic and continue to cook until the mixture is lightly caramelized
- In a separate pan sauté sausage until lightly caramelized; drain if necessary
- Add the sausage to the peppers & onions
- Add can tomatoes and seasoning; heat until bubbling
- Slice the buns; (toasting is optional) and spoon mixture into buns (should be heaping)
- Enjoy!
Back to the Vault: Charming Cherries
This time last year I was highlighting all the delicious produce available during spring and summer; you know because I am a gardening nerd. Today we re-visit my post about cherries –the health benefits and the awesome things you can do with this versatile fruit.
Peanut Butter Cravings
Lately, I can’t get enough peanut butter! Peanut butter toast for breakfast, PB & J sandwiches for lunch, Reese Peanut Butter Cups for dessert… so I put together a list of the best peanut butter recipes in case you are craving it too!
Thai Peanut Chicken Pasta Salad
One Pot Gingery Chicken and Rice with Peanut Sauce
Peanut Butter Milkshakes
Homemade Peanut Butter Cups
Peanut Butter Fondue