by Helen Kain | Mar 5, 2026 | Fall Recipes, Holiday, Home, Mains, Poultry, Winter Recipes
A French bistro classic with tender chicken, sweet carrots, and a deeply savoury wine-braised sauce. Served alongside buttery small potatoes and crisp French green beans, this comforting meal is a culinary port in any winter storm. Print clock clock iconcutlery...
by Helen Kain | Sep 28, 2025 | Fall Recipes, Mains, Pasta & Rice, Poultry, Winter Recipes
As the air turns crisp and the trees begin their colourful transformation, meals take on a more grounded, generous character. This hearty pasta gathers the dusky sweetness of roasted squash, the gentle anise of fennel, and the savoury richness of duck confit....
by Helen Kain | Apr 2, 2024 | Books, Fall Recipes, Mains, Pork, Savoury Pies, Winter Recipes
Pork Pies are a staple in the Ploughman’s lunch, usually served alongside Cheddar and Stilton cheeses, Branston pickle, grainy mustard, and some slices of bread. I love cornichons, so those go in, too. Pork pies can also be served hot; mashed potatoes and peas...
by Helen Kain | Oct 24, 2023 | Fall Recipes, Lamb, Mains
Spiced Pumpkin and Lamb Tagine is a seasonal twist on a traditional Moroccan dish of braised meat and spices. It’s typically served over a bed of couscous or rice, perfect for sopping up every last delicious drop of the sauce. This recipe calls for roasting two...
by Helen Kain | Feb 25, 2023 | Beef, Savoury Pies, Winter Recipes
We are big fans of hot, savoury pies in our house. There is something deeply comforting about a gravy-laden pastry and hot buttered vegetables on cold wintery nights. They freeze beautifully, so if you are so inclined, double the recipe and make some small pies for...
by Helen Kain | Oct 25, 2022 | Fall Recipes, Mains, Pork, Winter Recipes
Living so close to our various family members, impromptu mid-week meals are fairly common. I usually have a few pounds of sweet Italian Sausage in the freezer, and we can throw a sheet pan dinner together with whatever vegetables we have on hand. Combining the root...
