Cian’s Mustard Melt
My current breakfast is a simple but delicious meal: Cian’s Medium spread onto toast topped with ham, tomato and cheddar cheese broiled until cheese is bubbling Yummy!
My current breakfast is a simple but delicious meal: Cian’s Medium spread onto toast topped with ham, tomato and cheddar cheese broiled until cheese is bubbling Yummy!
Farmer’s Markets in 2020, An Alberta Vendor’s Perspective A lot has changed on the outdoor market scene for Alberta’s 2020 summer season. Local organizers, vendors and customers are working together to adapt to new protocols and enjoy a fruitful season of healthy experiences! In preparing… Read More »New Protocols for Outdoor Markets in Alberta
Use downtime to attend industry conferences and webinars I enjoyed connecting with a variety of agricultural people from every corner (or field) of the province at this year’s Alberta Association of Agricultural Societies Conference. My favourite session was There is No “I” in Team. Yes,… Read More »2020 Alberta Association of Agricultural Societies Conference
Michelle’s Lasagna – this is now a favourite in our house! Sauce Ingredients: 1 med onion diced 1 – 2 cloves fresh garlic minced 2 lbs ground meat (I use a mixture of ground turkey and Spolumbo’s Italian sausage (1 lb each) Worcestershire sauce (to taste)… Read More »Michelle’s Lasagna
This unique sauce will warm up your ribs, literally! Ingredients 1/2 cup Chili sauce 2 tbsps brown sugar 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce 1 tsp Cian’s Hot Mustard *can add up to 1/4 cup vegetable oil to thin the sauce out Directions Blend all of the… Read More »Colin’s Fiery Rib Sauce
Hash Brown and Egg Casserole (adapted) Prep; 15 mins Cook: 80 minutes Ingredients 3/4 pkg (about 1.5 lbs) frozen hash browns 1 lb pork sausage (I used Spolumbo’s mild Italian), removed from casing 1 small onion, diced 5 eggs 1 tablespoon Cian’s Hot Mustard (Cian’s… Read More »Hash Brown and Egg Casserole
Adapted – hostthetoast.com Ingredients: 1 lb frozen bread dough, thawed according to instructions 1/4 cup baking soda (see note) 1 egg, beaten with 1 teaspoon water Sesame seeds, to top, to taste Large grain salt, to top, to taste 1 tablespoon canola oil 3 boneless,… Read More »Honey Dijon Chicken Cheesesteaks on Pretzel Rolls
September is harvest time, as a food producer in Alberta you know that this can be a tough time to access facilities. Fall and Christmas seasons are around the corner, so this is the best time to prepare for the upcoming season. This also means… Read More »Food Production in Alberta
Make your own fruit fly trap. Combine about a 1/4 cup Apple Cider Vinegar (it’s sweeter than white) with about a teaspoon of sugar. Mix until dissolved. Add two or so drops of dish soap. Place where needed (and where it won’t get spilled easily)… Read More »Colina’s Homemade Fruit Fly Trap
Adapted from Nan’s Classic Mustard Potato Salad (Genius Kitchen) Serves: 8 Ingredients: 4 cups Russet potatoes, cooked, peeled and diced (10 – 12 medium potatoes) 3 eggs, hardboiled and finely crumbled 1 cup sweet onions 1/2 cup celery, washed, finely diced 3/8 cup dill pickle,… Read More »Classic Potato Salad