Posted in /Fabric_Projects/Quilts on Saturday, July 15, 2017
This is a quilt for my nephew Tyrus. The quilt has two different blocks, the 9 patch and the snowball. I made each block in two colours and the 9 patches were made into two different configurations so there are a total of 6 different blocks.
Posted in /Cooking/Side_Dishes/Sauces on Saturday, July 15, 2017
1 large English cucumber
1 Tbsp fresh dill, chopped
1 Tbsp lemon juice
3 cloves minced garlic
2 cups plain Greek yogurt
salt & pepper to taste
1. Slice the cucumber in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds in the middle.
2. Using a grater, finely grate the cucumber into a mesh strainer over a bowl.
3. Once you've grated all the cucumber sprinkle some salt on the cucumber and squeeze out some of the moisture using your hands.
4. Allow the grated cucumber to sit in the strainer for 25-30 minutes to drain any extra moisture away.
5. Discard the water that acumulated in the bowl from the cucumber.
6. In a medium bowl combine all ingredients. Season with salt & pepper to taste.
7. Place in the fridge for at least 1 hour before using in order for the flavors to develop more fully.
8. Serve with Pita Bread & Chicken Kebabs
Yield: 2 cups sauce
Posted in /Cooking/Side_Dishes on Saturday, July 15, 2017
I needed a break from the same old steamed cauliflower. I love this recipe because you can use practically any spices to make the cauliflower pair with your meal.
Posted in /Fabric_Projects/Quilts on Saturday, July 15, 2017
When I found out that I had two nieces due within months of each other my brain went into over drive with quilt ideas. Unfortunately I did not have the time to make two different elaborate quilts as I wanted because of teaching and taking university courses.
I had seen Disappearing 9 patch quilts before but did not know what they were called only that they were very eye catching. While looking for quilt patterns for my two nieces I stumbled upon this YouTube video, which changed the course of my summer!
Posted in /Cooking/Side_Dishes/Salads/Dressing on Saturday, July 15, 2017
Make approximately 1 cup (250 mL)
1 medium beet, trimmed/peeled
1 1/2 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
1 egg yolk
1 Tbsp sugar
1/2 tsp vanilla
1/4 tsp salt
1 pinch pepper
1/4 cup oil (neutral flavor such as canola)
1/4 cup olive oil