Monthly Archives: June 2012

Happy Summer to Me, Happy summer to You! Home-made Ice Cream Cake!

Posted on June 29, 2012 by Margaret

Birthdays.  Anniversaries.  Graduations.  New babies.  Promotions.  Engagements.  Picnics. Barbecues.  New boat.  New car.  New dog.  New haircut.  Friends over to visit.  Fridays . . . Any reason to celebrate. All reasons to have ice-cream cake, your own home-made ice cream … Continue reading →

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Asparagus and Shrimp Potato Salad with a Creamy Lemon Tarragon Dressing

Posted on June 26, 2012 by Margaret

When the days are hot, I crave cold food. Salads, ice-creams, and fruits. We are in the full swing of glorious summer here in northern Alberta. My garden is growing like crazy (as are all the weeds). We have been … Continue reading →

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Easy as Pie – and if it’s Strawberry Meringue Pie – Easier Yet!

Posted on June 20, 2012 by Margaret

There’s no traditional crust to fiddle with: no pre-chilling of ingredients, no cutting-in of butter, no watch-out-not-to-overmix handling of the dough, or careful lifting of the ornery rolled-out sheet as it falls to pieces just before hitting the pan. No. … Continue reading →

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