Blueberry Pancakes
Dessert & Baking Mari Loewen Dessert & Baking Mari Loewen

Blueberry Pancakes

Christmas morning...I remember my mother­in­law would wake up really
early to prepare the turkey and while the turkey was roasting she would begin breakfast. So much wonderful food, with music on the radio and Bing Crosby on TV, with wrapping paper strewn about and everyone hanging around the kitchen...these are some of my fondest memories.

And here are my favourite pancakes, but I certainly don’t reserve these just for the holidays, they are fantastic and comforting all year long.

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The Eaton’s Red Velvet Cake
Dessert & Baking Mari Loewen Dessert & Baking Mari Loewen

The Eaton’s Red Velvet Cake

My friend Laura remembers Saturday shopping trips with her mom. They would ride the bus to Eaton's, a downtown department store, and always end their day with Eaton's Special Red Velvet Cake. Someone shared the recipe with her and she's sharing it here with us. A stunning red and gloriously rich red, velvety cake.

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buttermilk fried chicken
Meat Poultry & Fish Mari Loewen Meat Poultry & Fish Mari Loewen

buttermilk fried chicken

Crispy on the outside, tender and juicy on the inside, buttermilk fried chicken is a timeless comfort food classic. The secret lies in soaking the chicken in tangy buttermilk, which tenderizes the meat and adds flavour, before coating it in a seasoned flour mixture and frying to golden perfection. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a weekend treat, this recipe delivers that crave-worthy crunch and rich, satisfying taste every time.

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