Vietnamese Burgers

My perfect burger is a classic, no-nonsense cheeseburger with a squeeze of ketchup.  While sometimes all you need is the patty and the bun, burgers are easily customizable. So take a step back from your probably-far-too-simple (guilty), go-to recipe and mix in some unexpected flavours this summer.   To make Vietnamese burgers, mix ground beef,…

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Make Quick Dill Pickles (Quickles) at Home

It’s easy to pick up a jar of pickles at the store. There are plenty of brands to choose from and they are great to keep in the fridge as a burger or sandwich topper or even for a quick snack. I’ve definitely been known to dive fork-first into the pickle jar – and know…

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Triple Chocolate Cake

If you thought you were a fan of chocolate cake before, wait until you try this triple chocolate cake. After all, three layers of chocolate are definitely better than one. There’s no doubt about it. Start with two layers of freshly baked chocolate cake. Then make homemade chocolate frosting. Pipe the frosting on top of…

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Brussels Sprouts & Berries Salad

Spring is the unofficial start of salad season in my world. Rising temps means eating less heavy, creamy soups and more fresh fruits and vegetables – something this Brussels sprouts and berries salad has plenty of.             While I love a good salad, I get frustrated when my greens go…

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Valentine’s Day Red Velvet Waffles

Valentine’s Day falls on a Tuesday this year, and a romantic breakfast in bed, homemade dinner, or date night during the busy workweek seems improbable.  Why not celebrate the weekend before (or after!)? For many of us, there aren’t many Monday-Friday mornings when we can take our time and spend a leisurely morning in bed….

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