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Fish Tacos
Sometime in the early 2000s, I was introduced to the Taco Del Mar Fish Taco. One bite and I was addicted. Tangy, spicy, all the textures, just fantastic.But as you know, it's always good to be able to make your food addictions at home, especially…

Creamy Garlicky Mussels
Creamy Garlicky Mussels
Fantastic recipe! From Tyler Florence @ Food Network
4 pounds mussels4 tablespoons unsalted butter2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil2 garlic cloves (, peeled and smashed)4 sprigs fresh thyme1/2 lemon (,…

Slow Cooker Mashed Potatoes
Slow Cooker Mashed Potatoes
Great tasting and frees up the stove during those big holiday meals. From allrecipes.com
5 pounds red potatoes (, cut into chunks)1 tablespoon minced garlic (, or to taste)3 cubes chicken bouillon1 (8…

Egg rolls
Egg rolls
1 lb ground pork4 cups shredded cabbage1 large carrot (, shredded)1/2 green bell pepper (, sliced thin)1 medium onion (, chopped)3 cloves garlic (, minced)3 tsp fresh ginger root (, grated)1 Tbsp cornstarch2 Tbsp soy…

Clam Stuffed Mushrooms
Clam Stuffed Mushrooms
I first made these for Christmas 2008 and they’ve been included in every holiday meal since, a favourite of all ages.
20 very large fresh mushrooms (stems removed (I also pulled off the inner edge to “open…

Brined Roast Turkey
Brined Roast Turkey
This is Alton Brown's famous roast turkey, from his show Good Eats - it’s a "must" for your holiday turkey. It turns out such a flavorful juicy turkey, it’s unreal. Make sure you have a good thermometer,…

Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup
Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup
You can't beat homemade chicken noodle soup on a cold, wet day. The homemade noodles are easy and make all the difference in this recipe. Don't use store bought!
2 large carrots (, sliced or diced)3…

Caramel filled chocolate cookies
Caramel Filled Chocolate Cookies
Fantastic chocolate cookie with a gooey surprise inside.
1 cup white sugar1 cup packed brown sugar1 cup butter (, softened)2 teaspoons vanilla extract2 eggs2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour3/4 cup unsweetened…

Deviled Eggs
Deviled Eggs
I generally quadruple or quintuple this recipe, it is a favourite of everyone of all ages.
6 eggs1/2 stalk celery (diced very fine)1/4 onion (diced very fine)1/4 cup mayonnaise1 dash hot pepper sauce ((we like…

Taco Seasoning
Taco Seasoning
Tastes so much better than premade seasoning, without any added junk like MSG. Seasons 1-2 lbs ground meat.
1 tablespoon chili powder½ teaspoon garlic powder½ teaspoon onion powder½ teaspoon dried oregano½…

Perfect Potstickers
Potstickers
Alton Brown (Good Eats) usually doesn't let us down, these pot stickers are no exception. They can be deep fried instead of pan fried/steamed (if deep frying, you do not need the listed oil and broth).
½…

Rice Pudding
Rice Pudding
This is close to the recipe I grew up on and tastes so good! Use rice from dinner the night before for best results.
3 cups cooked white rice4 cups milk (, divided)2/3 cup white sugar1/4 tsp salt2 eggs (, beaten)1-1/3…