Last summer my mom and I made the trek to the Twin Butte Store, infamously known for their Mexican food, we headed down the cowboy trail right as a raging forest fire had started in Waterton National Park. By the time we made it to the store, the day felt ominous, the heat and smoke…
Friday nights are typically when I’m least motivated to cook. It’s the end of the week, and with summer coming, I’d rather be spending my time outside grabbing some fresh air than in the kitchen. I love a good sheet pan dinner because they are usually minimal prep, cooking and clean-up and it’s an all…
With Stampede over, I’m feeling the haze of the overindulgent week of food and drink and want to get back on track with healthy eating and exercise. I always have a love affair in the summer with grilled fruits and ripe peaches are no exception. To add some summertime zest to this grilled chicken salad,…
Sometimes you just want breakfast for dinner. My friend Amy inspired me with her go-to braised kale and poached egg dinner and I decided to add some mushrooms, onions and cheesy polenta to the mix. Topped with hot sauce for a kick, this unassuming little dish has lots of flavors and will have you craving…
Just recently I was motivated to get back in the kitchen and test drive some recipes. I love cookbooks and often am drawn to buying them with the bad habit of never opening it again once it arrives home. A trip a few years back to Island Lake Lodge for a friends wedding had me…
Ruffed grouse is a special treat at any dinner. Sometimes the less done to it the better. Like other game birds the meat needs to be kept moist to stop it from drying out so it is advisable to rub butter over the bird followed by a layer of bacon.
