I just recently finished reading The Birth House by Ami McKay. In the book she spoke of labouring women making Groaning Cake and I knew, even though I will never again be pregnant, that I had to give it a try! Groaning Cake "The tradition of the groaning cake, or kimbly at (or following) a birth is an ancient one. Wives’ tales say that the scent of a groaning cake being baked in the birth house helps to ease the mother’s pain. Some say if a mother breaks the eggs while she’s aching, her … [Read more...]
Chocolate Mousse Squares {Recipe}
August 19, 2013 by · 16 Comments
The first time I had these deliciously decadent, Chocolate Mousse Squares was several years ago. A fellow nurse and I were working the week-end shift in the Operating Room and she brought in a pan of these squares as a little dinnertime treat! It was love at first bite! These squares are a silky, smooth, creamy delight; once you have one, you will definitely be hooked. … [Read more...]
Crème Brûlée {Recipe}
July 3, 2013 by · 4 Comments
The first time I had Crème Brûlée I was in a little seafood restaurant in Lunenburg, Nova Scotia. It was definitely a case of love at first bite! Crème Brûlée is a dessert consisting of a rich vanilla custard base topped with a contrasting layer of hard caramel. I believe it is traditionally served at room temperature but I have taken it directly from refrigerator, sprinkled on the sugar and broiled it; and let me tell you, it was delicious. I loved the contrast between the creamy, cold … [Read more...]
Lemon Meringue Pie {Recipe}
June 24, 2013 by · 8 Comments
I have mentioned before how we look forward to having a big leisurely Sunday dinner... with lots of leftovers for Monday! It is also just about the only time we will make a dessert to complete the meal. On a recent Sunday, I made this delicious lemon meringue pie and I loved it so much I wanted to share the recipe with you! The lemon curd filling is the perfect balance of tart and sweet and the meringue is light and airy, a heavenly way to end a special dinner! … [Read more...]
~ Wordless Wednesday ~ Yummm…Carrots!
April 2, 2013 by · 30 Comments
{Not so...} Wordless Wednesday ~ I usually make carrot cake to have with Easter dinner, this year I decided to switch things up a bit and made carrot cupcakes instead. They are delicious and just the right size after a big dinner! … [Read more...]
Chocolate Yule Log {Recipe}
December 15, 2012 by · 2 Comments
Chocolate Yule Log ~ Just in time for holiday entertaining, here is a great recipe from the Taste of Home: Best Loved Recipes book. {Reprinted with permission} Chocolate Yule Log Recipe photo by Taste of Home … [Read more...]