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Pauline

I'm Pauline, a mother of four grown children, my passion for cooking stemmed from the joy i get cooking for my family. I love to try new dishes, especially when dining out but creating and sharing my own recipes is my favourite thing to do!

Chocolate, Stout & Ancho Chili Con Carne Recipe

The title could be longer, somewhere along the lines of…say…the ultimate, out-of-the world, maybe the best chocolate, stout & ancho chili con carne with refried beans…as yet. This recipe is a combination of many chili con carne recipes I came across over the past few months. Many recipes like Nigella’s involve chocolates, and instead of …

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Never Waste a Fry Again: Exciting Recipes to Revive Your Leftover French Fries

Just a quickie today kids. Ever find yourself with just a handful of fries leftover, either just a couple left in the bag of frozen ones or a few left after a meal? Well, keep them, there’s tons of stuff you can do with them. You could mix them up with some egg and make …

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From Seeds to Sip: How to Make Creamy Hemp Milk at Home

Hemp milk, a creamy and nutritious plant-based alternative to traditional dairy milk, has gained popularity for its health benefits and sustainability. Made from the seeds of the hemp plant, this milk is rich in high-quality proteins, omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, and various vitamins and minerals, making it an excellent choice for those seeking a …

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From Kitchen to Plate: How to Cook Nigerian Jollof Rice Like a Pro

For an easy African dish, try the Nigerian jollof rice. It’s made with a few veggies and spices, and it’s an incredibly flavorful way to make rice that goes really well with baked or fried chicken. What Is Jollof Rice? Jollof rice is a beloved West African dish that’s celebrated for its rich flavor, vibrant …

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Easy and Flavorful: Homemade Oven Roasted Tomato Sauce

Making roasted tomato sauce at home puts the power of choosing flavors in your hands. You can determine what herbs and spices go into the sauce and exactly how it tastes. I’ll share with you a method for how to make roasted tomato sauce that turns out beautifully, and I’ll walk you through step by …

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Your Go-To Guide for Shallot Substitutes!

Shallots are a popular ingredient, especially in French cooking. Cooking a recipe at home that needs a shallot that is not in your kitchen can be very frustrating.  We have a list of shallot substitutes that aren’t short on flavour and will work in your cooking. But before we look at the substitutes, let’s first …

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What to do with Cherry Peppers?

As a self-proclaimed chilli enthusiast and a former chef who’s turned my experiences into a food blog, I’ve been lucky to play around with a diverse mix of ingredients.  Today, I want to talk about – Cherry Peppers. What are Cherry Peppers? First, let’s start with some facts!  Cherry Peppers aren’t grown in cherry trees …

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Substitutes for Coconut Oil

Are you looking for substitutes for coconut oil? Coconut oil is a popular choice in cooking, especially vegan baking, as a butter substitute.  Its solid state at room temperature makes it an excellent butter replacement, given their similar properties.  When Do You Need a Substitute? However, whether due to allergies, taste preferences, or not having …

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How to Cook Vegetables for Fajitas

Making great fajitas doesn’t just take quality chicken or beef. You also need the right veggies cooked well. When you cook vegetables for fajitas, you want to make sure that they’re flavorful and not overcooked or undercooked. The vegetables should add to the dish, enhancing the flavors and textures, and I’ll show you how to …

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How to Make Molasses Bread – Original, Black Angus & Pumpkin Recipes

Do you like to mix a little sweetness into your meals to liven them up? Do you sometimes have dessert before your meal? Met too, which is why I want to tell you about delicious molasses bread. It’s very reminiscent of whole wheat bread but sweeter and not as healthy. What Is Molasses Bread? This …

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How to Make Fruit Puree: Strawberries, Peaches, Passionfruit & More

How do you take fresh or frozen fruit and turn it into ice cream bars, pie filling, topping and other uses? You’ll need to turn it into fruit puree first of all, and it’s a process that is more than just sticking fruit in the blender. Traditional fruit puree is made from fruit that has …

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How to Grind Meat: Blender, Food Processor & Grinder Methods

There are several ways you could grind meat, depending on what kind of equipment you have. I’ll show you a few methods for how to grind meat at home, using a food processor, a blender, or grinder. How to Grind Meat with a Grinder Probably the easiest way to grind your meat to make ground …

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