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Aunty Recipes

Orangery reminded. From St. Nicks Tangerine to Grandma Ella’s Orange Marmalade

Orangery reminded. From St. Nicks Tangerine to Grandma Ella’s Orange Marmalade

As the tradition goes, St. Nick visits during the night, leaving a Tangerine in the shoes of c, a small but sweet symbol of generosity. the bright citrus fruit , often nestled among stockings or tucked inside boots, is a reminder of the simple joys […]

A Family Tradition: Spaghetti and Peas

A Family Tradition: Spaghetti and Peas

In our family, spaghetti and peas isn’t just a dish; it’s a comforting ritual that brings us together, reminding us of simpler times and shared stories. Growing up, it was the meal that brought everyone to the table, a reliable classic that somehow managed to […]

A Family Tradition: The Scent of Orange

A Family Tradition: The Scent of Orange

During our childhood one of the household chores was tag teaming oranges. the Trees seemed enormous, branches heavy with ripe, sunkissed fruit. we would tag team the trees, carefully pulling the oranges from the trees with careful precision and eager excitement. there was something special […]

Family Recipes: A Journey Through Time and Taste.

Family Recipes: A Journey Through Time and Taste.

Family recipes are steeped in meaning and history. Each stories is memorialized for generations. The recipe that was started by Grandma Butterfly is treasured by current aunts and uncles and now handed down to cousins and fire house work place. The recipes aren’t just about […]

Christmas Dinner in Scotland

Christmas Dinner in Scotland

Aunty Drucilla’s Christmas dinner of Roast Beef and Yorkshire pudding is the benchmark of ‘Scotland Stay’ celebrate in place COVID Christmas dinners. 5 veggies and mashed potatoes. An accompaniment to the queens speech and a forward looking – better in 2021. Aunty we look forward […]

Social Isolation ~ Cooking Projects. Day 65 == Porcupine MeatBalls

Social Isolation ~ Cooking Projects. Day 65 == Porcupine MeatBalls

Day 65 of social isolation had a twist. Zoom Call while cooking. Food Netwok sent Porcupine Meatballs as the recipe of the day. The Recipe opened up childhood flood gate of comfort home food. the recipe was forwarded to my siblings and share with brother […]

Fresh Corned Beef Hash

Fresh Corned Beef Hash

Breakfast eggs –  the culinary thread is the movie reference from ” Runaway Bride” So – How do you like your eggs? Eggs for breakfast in March – well  tis’ the St. Patties Month. I like mine on fresh corned beef hash. Corned beef hash […]

Aunt Katy’s Lasagna

Aunt Katy’s Lasagna

Aunt Katy’s recipe for Lasagna gathered the families to cook together for Sunday Dinner. the recipe is easy to follow and good comfort food. Recipes are like stories. Stories from Aunties are the best kind of stories. they tie together family holidays, traditions and tie […]