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Caesar Dressing with Greek Yogurt
Who doesn't want to learn how to make a homemade Caesar dressing that’s lightened up with Greek yogurt, skips the eggs, and can be ready to go in about 5 minutes? Talk about fast and delicious! INGREDIENTS: 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (I used non-fat) 1/2 cup freshly-grated Parmesan cheese 3-4 tablespoons milk 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 2 teaspoons anchovy paste 2 teaspoons worcestershire sauce 1 clove garlic, pressed or minced 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1/4 teaspoon

Terri Windover
Jul 12, 20201 min read


Steak fingers with jalapeño cream gravy
Yield: 4 servings Ingredients for the jalapeño cream gravy: 2 jalapeños cut in half lengthwise, stems and seeds removed 2 cloves of garlic 2 tablespoons bacon grease or oil 2 tablespoons flour 1 1/2 cups whole milk 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin Salt to taste Ingredients for the steak: 2 pounds top round steak or cube steak 1 1/2 cups flour 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste 1 teaspoon black pepper, plus more to taste 1/4 teaspoon cayenne 2 eggs 1 cup whole milk or but

Terri Windover
Jul 11, 20202 min read


Simple Rhubarb Cake
Ingredients: 5oz butter ¾ cup sugar 2 eggs 1 ½ cup flour 1 ½ tsp baking powder ½ cup whole milk 2 cups fresh rhubarb, cut into ½ inch pieces 2 Tb sugar 2 Tb sliced almonds Preheat the oven to 400°F. Grease an 8in/20cm round cake tin (springform works nicely). Instructions: Beat the sugar and butter together. Add the eggs and continue to mix. Add the flour, baking powder and whole milk and blend together. Pour the batter into the prepared cake tin. Cut the rhubarb into about

Terri Windover
Jul 11, 20201 min read


Oven Fried Pickles
I loved me some deep fried pickles, but after eating a bunch of deep fried slices I usually feel like a grease laden slug. With this baked version you get all the flavour with way less fat and calories. INGREDIENTS: 1 c. Sliced pickles 1 c. panko bread crumbs 2 tbsp. melted butter 4 tbsp. finely chopped fresh dill 1/2 tsp. garlic powder 1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1/2 c. all-purpose flour 2 large eggs, lightly beaten Ranch dressing, for

Terri Windover
Jul 9, 20201 min read


Chicken Taco Avocados
Serves: 6 INGREDIENTS: For the filling: 1 c. black beans, cooked 1 c. canned corn 1 4-oz. can green chiles, divided 1 c. Shredded chicken 1 c. shredded cheddar, plus more for topping 1 package Taco Seasoning 2 tbsp. fresh cilantro, plus more for topping 3 ripe avocado For the dressing: 1 c. ranch dressing 1/4 c. lime juice 1 tbsp. fresh cilantro 1 tsp. kosher salt 1 tsp. fresh ground black pepper DIRECTIONS: Heat broiler. In a large bowl, combine black beans, corn, 1/2 ca

Terri Windover
Jul 4, 20201 min read


Cowboy Butter
This is so decadent. It takes your grilled meats to the next level. INGREDIENTS: 1 c. butter, melted Juice of 1/2 a lemon 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 small shallot, minced 2 tbsp. Dijon mustard 1 tbsp. prepared horseradish Pinch of cayenne pepper 1/4 tsp. paprika 2 tbsp. Freshly Chopped Parsley 1 tbsp. freshly chopped chives 2 tsp. minced thyme kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper DIRECTIONS: In a small bowl, combine butter, lemon juice, garlic, shallot, mustard, horseradi

Terri Windover
Jul 2, 20201 min read


Gramma's Biscuits
My gramma was the master biscuit maker and as I was going through my piles of old cookbooks, I stumbled across a little hand written paper tucked in one from my Gramma. She passed away many years ago, but I still have memories of her delicious baking. I wanted to do her justice, so I had to be sure that I knew all of the tips and tricks and could confidently recreate this recipe and help you all with any questions that arise. That takes time. I have literally made over 10 b

Terri Windover
Jul 1, 20202 min read


Apple and Plum Cobbler
'Tis the season for harvesting your fruit trees and gardens. If you are looking for apple and plum options look no further than this...

Terri Windover
Aug 25, 20192 min read


Blueberry Lime Jam
This blueberry lime jam is now my official blueberry jam. (Sorry mom). The citrus is a beautiful addition and cuts through the sweetness...

Terri Windover
Aug 17, 20182 min read


Chipotle Honey Dressing
This chipotle honey dressing is perfect for salads, marinades, roasted veggies, tacos and whatever else you can dream up! The incredible...

Terri Windover
Jun 11, 20181 min read


California Raw Salsa
I love California… The weather, the tequila, the guacamole and – of course – the salsa. I learned the value of fresh ingredients in a raw...

Terri Windover
Jun 2, 20182 min read


BACON WRAPPED STUFFED JALAPENOS
These are so frigging tasty! The dip is great as a stand alone but when added to the Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Jalapeños it's simply divine....

Terri Windover
May 30, 20182 min read


Cheese and Charcuterie Boards
There’s not much I like better than a well laid out Cheese and Charcuterie Board. I’m a lover of all things cheese and olive as well as...

Terri Windover
May 26, 20181 min read


Spanish Sangria
There's nothing quite as refreshing as a pitcher of Spanish Sangria shared with friends on a hot summer day. Personally I enjoy pretty...

Terri Windover
May 24, 20181 min read


Rhubarb Upside-Down Spice Cake
have learned over the last couple years that there are people — smart, interesting people that I love very much — who do not care for...

Terri Windover
May 23, 20183 min read


Dill Bacon and Jalapeno Potato Salad
I’ve been asked a few times for a “new” potato salad recipe. So I combined some of my favourite flavours and this Dill and Jalapeño...

Terri Windover
May 21, 20181 min read


Avocado Bacon Baguette with Honey
It’s Sunday. This is the perfect hangover food. This Avocado Bavon Baguette with Honey will save your soul. Trust me. I know this to be...

Terri Windover
May 20, 20181 min read


COPYCAT CAPERS: PICKLED NASTURTIUM PODS
They’re not just a pretty flower. The seed pods of the nasturtium are a dead ringer for capers when pickled. Most of the plant is edible...

Terri Windover
Apr 26, 20182 min read


Balsamic Maple Vinaigrette
This classic balsamic vinaigrette with maple has always been one of my favourite dressings. It's such a versatile recipe and can be used...

Terri Windover
Apr 14, 20181 min read


Homemade Tzatziki
There's not too many sauces or dips I like more than home made tzatziki. It's so fresh and summery tasting and it goes with so many...

Terri Windover
Mar 18, 20181 min read
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