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If I could ban any phrase, it would, without doubt, be that overused, viscerally irritating, and far-from-innocent term itself, the Guilty Pleasure. I don’t think I actually groan out loud when I’m asked, every time I’m interviewed, “What are your guilty pleasures?,” but from deep within the cacophonous orchestra of my mind, the woodwind section starts up a searing wail, the cellos come in with their melancholy sob, only giving way to the brass section to end with the wah wah wah waah of the sad trombone. I may be smiling, but I’m keening on the inside. My answer to...

It's time to head out to the local ball field and cheer on the home team. Whether you are a fan of the Houston Astros or the New York Yankees, there's one food you can find at every baseball diamond across the county- the hot dog. A baseball staple since the late 1800s, this handheld meal has grown a following alongside the infield on game day. And let's not forget the almighty pretzel, which is usually served sprinkled with crunchy sea salt and a small serving of cheese sauce. These two baseball staples were practically made for each over (including...

Enjoy it with your favourite fall comfort soup or stew. This post first appeared over at Noshing With The Nolands where I’m a contributor. Now, I’m so excited to be able to share this delicious loaf with YOU!   Pumpkin No Knead Bread As the weather cools, the urge to stay inside and cook all the comfort foods increases. It’s the time of year when we trade our summer salads and barbecue tools for braised short ribs and rich stews. This Pumpkin No Knead Bread is the perfect side for all your favourite fall comfort food dishes. Let the carb...

I am a real scone lover.  Who doesn't love scones!  People have a tendency to think that they are the same thing as baking powder biscuits, but they couldn't be further from the truth! They are not at all the same thing.    Baking Powder Biscuits are light as air, fluffy and flaky, or at least they should be. If your biscuits are like rocks, I hate to tell you but you're doing something wrong!  They are also on the more savoury side.    Scones are sweeter and denser, and much crumblier than biscuits . . . Biscuits tend to...

Enjoy it with your favourite fall comfort soup or stew. This post first appeared over at Noshing With The Nolands where I’m a contributor. Now, I’m so excited to be able to share this delicious loaf with YOU!   Pumpkin No Knead Bread As the weather cools, the urge to stay inside and cook all the comfort foods increases. It’s the time of year when we trade our summer salads and barbecue tools for braised short ribs and rich stews. This Pumpkin No Knead Bread is the perfect side for all your favourite fall comfort food dishes. Let the carb...